Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre Seating Guide for "The Buena Vista Social Club"

Best Value Tickets (Under $120)

• MEZZPV Section (Rows A-E): $114 - Excellent center-mezzanine views with minimal obstruction. Rows A-B offer the best value as they're closest to the front.
• MEZZO Section (Rows J-K): $118-$124 - Side mezzanine seats with good angled views of the stage. Best for budget-conscious buyers who want decent elevation.

Sweet Spot Tickets ($120-$150)

• ORCHPV Section (Rows C-M): $120 - Premium orchestra side sections with excellent proximity to the stage. Rows F-K are ideal for seeing facial expressions.
• MEZZC Section (Rows H-J): $132-$138 - Dead-center mezzanine seats with perfect head-on views. The theater's steep rake ensures clear sightlines.

Higher Tier Options ($150-$200)

• ORCHO Section (Rows Q-S): $146-$151 - Rear orchestra center with full-stage perspective. Great for appreciating choreography and set design.
• Mezzanine Left/Right (Rows E-H): $149-$172 - Closer side mezzanine seats with more dramatic angles toward the stage.

Premium Seating ($200+)

• ORCHC Section (Rows A-D): $256-$459 - Front orchestra center, the most coveted seats. Rows AA-C put you within 15 feet of the performers.
• MEZZC Front Rows (A-C): $328-$459 - First mezzanine center rows with perfect elevation and no overhang issues.

View Comparison

• Orchestra vs Mezzanine: Orchestra seats (especially Rows A-J) offer intimacy while mezzanine (Rows A-F) provides better overall perspective for dance numbers.
• Center vs Sides: Center sections (ORCHC/MEZZC) have unobstructed views while side sections (ORCHO/MEZZO) may have slight viewing angles but often better value.
• Front Mezzanine: Rows A-C in mezzanine are equivalent to mid-orchestra views but at lower prices.

Recommendations

• Best Overall Value: MEZZPV Row A ($114) - Center-mezzanine front row at budget price
• Premium Experience: ORCHC Row C ($256) - Close enough to see performers' expressions without neck strain
• Group Tickets: MEZZO Row J (6 tickets at $119 each) - Good availability of adjacent seats
• Last-Minute Splurge: ORCHC Row AA ($390) - Front-and-center legendary Broadway experience

Special Notes for This Production

"The Buena Vista Social Club" features vibrant Cuban music and dance numbers. For the full experience:

• Orchestra seats between Rows F-N capture both the musicianship and choreography
• Mezzanine center seats are ideal for appreciating the full stage patterns
• Avoid extreme side seats beyond Seat 15 in any section as some staging elements may be obscured