Brown Theater at Wortham Center | Houston Ballet's "Raymonda" Seating Guide & Best Tickets

Expert Recommendations for the Best Views & Value

Experience the Houston Ballet's "Raymonda" with our curated seating guide to Brown Theater's unique sections. Below you'll find categorized options from budget-friendly balcony seats to premium orchestra spots, complete with view descriptions and price comparisons.

🎯 Best Value Tickets ($42-$80)

• Balcony 2N/J/O (Rows A-H): $42 - Elevated side views with good stage visibility. Rows A offer closest balcony access while H rows are higher but still clear.
• Orchestra C (Row J): $54 - Rare orchestra deal! Side section but excellent sightlines to dancers' footwork.
• Balcony 1K/L/M (Rows G-J): $71-$80 - Front balcony sections with more direct angles. Row G is the sweet spot.

✨ Sweet Spot Seats ($87-$146)

• Grand Tier E/G (Rows C-K): $87-$94 - The theater's hidden gem. Elevated boxes with perfect depth perception for ballet. Rows C-F have ornate railings that may slightly affect sightlines.
• Orchestra Right C (Row F): $108 - Side orchestra with minimal obstruction at this angle. Excellent for viewing corps de ballet formations.
• Balcony Box J/N: $103-$108 - Intimate box seating with extra legroom. Partial side views but unique experience.

💎 Premium Orchestra Options ($229-$596)

• Orchestra Premium B (Rows P-Q): $229-$254 - Center-rear orchestra with ideal elevation to appreciate full stage choreography.
• Founders Box R (Rows 14-16): $309-$316 - Luxury box seating with private ambiance and perfect diagonal views.
• Orchestra Center (Row ZC): $516-$536 - The ultimate ballet seats. Dead-center with perfect sightlines to see every arabesque and pirouette.

🔍 View Comparison

• Balcony vs. Grand Tier: Balcony is steeper (better for overview), while Grand Tier offers closer mid-level perspective ideal for appreciating ballet technique.
• Orchestra Side vs. Center: Side sections (A/C) have angled views but often better prices. Center sections (B) provide symmetrical views of formations.
• Front vs. Rear Orchestra: Front rows (P-Q) see facial expressions; rear rows (ZA-ZC) capture full stage patterns.

💡 Pro Tips

• For "Raymonda's" elaborate sets: Grand Tier F/G (Rows D-F) offer the best perspective to appreciate both dancing and scenery.
• Balcony 1K/L (Rows G-H) provide exceptional value - only 15% more than upper balcony but significantly better views.
• Early buyers should target Grand Tier E at $87 - these often sell out first.
• Last-minute seekers: Watch for Orchestra B (Rows W-ZA) prices which sometimes drop day-of.

📊 Price Breakdown

• Budget: $42-$80 (Balcony/Partial View Orchestra)
• Mid-Range: $87-$146 (Grand Tier/Select Orchestra)
• Premium: $229-$316 (Premium Orchestra/Boxes)
• VIP: $374-$596 (Center Orchestra Front)

The Brown Theater's unique horseshoe design means there are excellent sightlines from nearly every section. For ballet, we recommend prioritizing elevation (Grand Tier or Front Balcony) to fully appreciate the choreography patterns.