Fitzgerald Theater | Best Seats for Sesame Street Live! – Saint Paul, MN

Expert Seat Selection Guide for Family-Friendly Viewing

Planning to see Sesame Street Live! at the historic Fitzgerald Theater? Our seating breakdown helps you find the perfect balance of value, view quality, and child-friendly positioning in this intimate 1,000-seat venue.

Best Value Tickets (Under $70)

• Balc2Center Row JJJ ($66): Upper balcony center section with straight-on stage view. Great for families wanting affordable tickets without extreme side angles.
• Balc2Left/Right Rows HHH ($69): Slightly closer than JJJ but at mild side angles. Still maintains good visibility of the full stage.
• Balc2Center Row GGG ($69): One row closer than JJJ at same center position. Best value for groups of 4.

Sweet Spot Seats ($96-$118)

• First Balcony Center Rows LL/GG ($96-$112): Perfect middle-ground - elevated for overhead view but closer than second balcony. Center alignment ensures no blocked sightlines.
• Balc1Right Row HH ($96): Right-side equivalent with excellent diagonal view of the stage. Particularly good for right-handed children's sightlines.
• Balc1Center Rows DD-EE ($113-$118): Front of first balcony - steep enough for children to see over adults, close enough to see facial expressions.

Higher Tier Options ($119-$163)

• Orchestra Rows N ($117-$119): Floor seating with direct sightlines. Better for older children as views can be blocked when standing occurs.
• Balc2 Front Rows AAA ($116-$118): Very front of upper balcony - excellent vertical view but may feel high for younger attendees.
• PitCenter Row P2 ($163): Premium proximity but extremely low angle. Only recommended if your child loves being "eye-level" with performers.

Premium & Last-Minute Options ($228+)

• OrchCenter Row A ($228): True front row experience. Perfect for special needs seating or children who need absolute proximity.
• PitCenter Row P1 ($229): Ultimate immersive experience, though young children may struggle with the extreme upward sightline.
• Orchestra Row Q ($434): VIP packages - only consider if including meet-and-greet benefits.

View Differences by Section

• Balcony 1 vs. Balcony 2: First balcony (closer) has better detail visibility while second balcony (higher) gives better overall perspective of choreography.
• Center vs. Side: Center sections maintain perfect symmetry view while side sections (especially Right) often have better visibility of stage-left puppeteers.
• Orchestra Considerations: Rows A-J ideal for older children, Rows K-Q may require booster seats for smaller attendees.

Our Top Recommendations

• For Toddlers: First Balcony Center Rows GG-LL ($96-$112) - elevation helps small children see over standing attendees
• For School-Age Kids: Balc1Center Rows DD-EE ($113-$118) or Orchestra N ($117) - closer view for engagement
• Best Group Value: Balc2Center JJJ/GGG ($66-$69) - multiple tickets available together
• Special Treat: OrchCenter A ($228) - unforgettable front-row memory

Pro Tips for Family Attendance

• Arrive early - Fitzgerald Theater's intimate size means even upper balcony seats feel close, but early arrival secures best sightlines
• Consider side sections (Left preferred) for easier aisle access with children
• Balcony front rows (AAA in Balc2) have railings that may partially block smallest attendees
• Orchestra center seats beyond Row M require looking upward - may cause neck strain