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

Best Value Tickets (Under $130)

For budget-conscious theatergoers, these seats offer solid views at the lowest prices:

• Mezzanine Rows H-J ($117-$124): Center-mezzanine seating with good elevation. Row H provides the best value at $117 - only slightly obstructed by the mezzanine rail.
• Mezzanine Row K ($119-$123): Slightly further back but with excellent sightlines to the stage. The $119 tickets are particularly good for groups (6 available).

Sweet Spot (Best Balance of Price & View - $130-$180)

• Mezzanine Center Rows H-K ($131-$132): The premium middle section of the mezzanine. Rows H-J are worth the $10-$15 upgrade from rear mezzanine for clearer views.
• Orchestra Rows Q-S ($161-$165): Rear orchestra at ground level. While further back, these avoid the overhang issue and provide an intimate experience with the music.
• Mezzanine Rows E-G ($140-$175): Front mezzanine at mid-range prices. Row E at $161 puts you just 12 rows from the stage with perfect vertical sightlines.

Higher Tier Options ($180-$250)

• Orchestra Center Rows M-P ($189-$235): True premium seating. Rows M-O at $190 offer the best value in this category - center placement with ideal viewing distance.
• Mezzanine Premium Views ($176): Front row mezzanine boxes (A-E) provide unique angled perspectives, especially good for group seating.
• Orchestra Sides Rows F-K ($204-$235): Closer to the stage but at sharper angles. Best for those prioritizing proximity over perfect sightlines.

Premium & Last-Minute Options ($250+)

• Front Mezzanine Center ($259-$302): Rows A-D provide the definitive mezzanine experience with perfect head-on views.
• Orchestra Center Rows A-L ($360-$495): The very best seats in house. Rows AA-C at $416-$495 put you within 15 feet of the performers.
• Orchestra Premium Boxes ($210-$225): Closest possible seats at stage level, though with some viewing limitations.

View Comparison

• Mezzanine vs Orchestra: Mezzanine provides better overall perspective for dance numbers, while orchestra delivers more intimate musical connection.
• Front Mezzanine (A-D): Unobstructed views but can feel slightly distant for a musical performance.
• Orchestra Rows Q-S: Under the overhang - limits some lighting effects but excellent for hearing vocals clearly.

Recommendations

• Best Overall Value: Mezzanine Center Row H at $131 (9 available) - perfect center-line viewing
• Premium Choice: Orchestra Center Row M at $190 (6 available) - the "goldilocks" zone
• Group Booking: Mezzanine Row H at $117 (6 tickets) - great block availability
• Last-Minute Splurge: Orchestra Center Row AA at $416 - unmatched proximity

The Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre's intimate size (1,079 seats) means there are few truly bad seats. For this Cuban musical, we recommend prioritizing center sections where possible to fully appreciate the ensemble numbers.