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

Best Value Tickets (Under $130)

• Mezzanine Rows H-J ($117-$125): Excellent mid-mezzanine views with minimal obstruction. Row H offers the best value at $117 - just 12 rows back with perfect sightlines to the Cuban band setup.
• Mezzanine Left Row J ($127): Slightly angled but unobstructed side views of the stage - great for catching the full horn section.

Sweet Spot Tickets ($130-$180)

• Mezzanine Center Rows H-K ($132-$133): Dead-center views of the elaborate stage design. These seats capture the full spectacle of the Afro-Cuban dance numbers.
• Orchestra Rows Q-S ($146-$150): Rear orchestra seats with surprisingly good elevation. Perfect for appreciating the complex percussion arrangements.
• Mezzanine Rows D-G ($161-$178): Closer mezzanine seats where you can see facial expressions while still taking in the full stage choreography.

Premium Viewing Options ($180-$250)

• Orchestra Center Rows M-P ($194-$220): The audio sweet spot for this music-heavy show. You'll feel the bass lines vibrate through these prime center seats.
• Front Mezzanine Rows A-C ($178-$251): Breathtaking overhead views of the colorful costume changes and full ensemble numbers.
• Orchestra Premium View (ORCHPV $199-$210): Box seats with unique angled perspectives - particularly good for watching the horn section's interplay.

VIP & Last-Minute Splurges ($250+)

• Orchestra Center Rows AA-C ($326-$459): Close enough to see the musicians' fingerwork on their instruments. AA row puts you right in the tropical ambiance.
• Front Mezzanine Center Row A ($387-$414): The "director's view" - perfect for appreciating the show's intricate staging patterns.
• Orchestra Rows A-B ($326-$397): Feel the heat of the stage lights in these premium forward sections.

View Comparison

• Mezzanine vs Orchestra: The mezzanine provides better views of the full choreography, while orchestra seats deliver more intimate musical connection.
• Center vs Side: Center sections (MEZZC/ORCHC) offer balanced sound, while side sections (Left/Right) provide dynamic views of specific band sections.
• Front Rows Warning: Rows A-C may require slight head movement to take in all stage action due to the theater's steep rake.

Pro Tips

• For best sound: Aim for center sections between rows J-Q in either mezzanine or orchestra.
• For dance-focused viewing: Choose mezzanine seats in rows D-H to see footwork patterns.
• Budget alternative: Mezzanine Left/Right rows J-K offer 90% of the experience at 60% of center prices.
• Group deals: Multiple tickets available in MEZZO Row H ($117) and ORCHO Row Q ($146) - great for parties.