Matilda The Musical at Cambridge Theatre – Best Seats & Value Guide

Cambridge Theatre Seating Chart: Where to Sit for Matilda The Musical

The Cambridge Theatre offers excellent views throughout, but some sections provide better value than others for this beloved West End production. Here's our expert breakdown of the best seats for your budget:

Best Value Tickets (Under $90)

• Stalls Left Row S ($87): Side view but close to stage (16 rows back). Slightly angled but excellent value for proximity.
• Dress Circle Right Row H ($87): Elevated view in first balcony - perfect for seeing choreography patterns. Right side has excellent sightlines to most stage action.

Sweet Spot (Good Availability & Price $109)

• Upper Circle Front Right Row B ($109): Front of upper circle offers surprisingly intimate views. Right side avoids any potential obstruction from the boxes.
• Dress Circle Centre Row G ($109): Premium central location at mid-price point. Row G is the first row behind the aisle - no heads blocking your view.
• Stalls Right Row R ($109): Mirror of the left side stalls at higher price - suggests better sightlines to key stage areas.

Higher Tier Options ($141 - Not the best deals)

• Stalls Left Row O ($141): Only 2 rows closer than Row S but $54 more. Only worthwhile if you need central-left positioning.
• Dress Circle Right Row D ($141): Excellent central view but price jumps significantly. Consider if you want premium Dress Circle experience.

Seating Recommendations

• For families: Upper Circle Front (Rows A-B) provides affordable, unobstructed views perfect for children.
• Best acoustics: Dress Circle Centre (Rows E-G) captures the full musical score perfectly.
• Wheelchair users: Stalls Row S has adjacent wheelchair spaces with companion seats.
• Tall patrons: Dress Circle has more legroom than Stalls in this historic theatre.

View Comparisons

• Stalls vs. Dress Circle: Stalls put you level with the stage (better for facial expressions), while Dress Circle reveals more of the choreography patterns.
• Front Upper Circle: Steeper angle means you look down on the stage - excellent for appreciating set design but slightly distanced from performers.
• Side seats: Cambridge Theatre's design means side views still capture ~85% of stage action with minimal obstruction.

Premium or Last-Minute Options

For special occasions, consider the Dress Circle boxes (not currently available in these listings) which offer private semi-enclosed seating. Last-minute deals often appear for midweek performances in Upper Circle.

Final Advice

• The $87 Dress Circle Right seats offer the best combination of price and view quality
• Upper Circle Front provides remarkable value at just $109
• Stalls become worthwhile only if you can get rows A-J at similar prices
• Avoid paying premium prices for only marginally better positions

Remember: Matilda makes excellent use of the entire stage, so central positions (even further back) often provide better overall experiences than close-but-side seats.