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

Best Value Tickets (Under $175)

• MEZZO Sections (Rows H-J): $164-167 - Excellent mid-mezzanine views with minimal obstruction. Row H offers the best balance of price and viewing angle.
• MEZZPV (Premium View Rows A-E): $164 flat - Side mezzanine boxes with direct stage sightlines. Rows C-D provide perfect head-on perspective.

Sweet Spot Tickets ($175-$230)

• ORCHO (Orchestra Rows Q-S): $189-198 - Rear orchestra center with full stage visibility. Ideal for appreciating the full musical ensemble.
• MEZZC (Center Mezzanine Rows H-K): $198-201 - Elevated center position perfect for dance numbers and overall staging.
• ORCHPV (Premium Orchestra Sides Rows B-K): $201-204 - Closer side orchestra seats with excellent sightlines to solo performers.

Higher Tier Options ($231-$300)

• ORCHO (Mid-Orchestra Rows E-P): $230-235 - Prime orchestra positioning for immersive sound quality.
• MEZZC (Front Mezzanine Rows E-G): $220-225 - Front mezzanine center delivers panoramic views.
• Mezzanine Sides (Rows D-G): $233-240 - Closer side views with good performer proximity.

Premium & Last-Minute Seats ($350+)

• ORCHC (Front Orchestra Rows A-D): $415-422 - Ultimate sound and visibility. Row AA puts you just feet from the stage.
• Front Mezzanine Center (Rows A-C): $288-449 - Elevated but intimate perspective, especially good for large ensemble numbers.

Viewing Recommendations

• For Budget Buyers: MEZZO Row H ($164) offers 85% of the experience at 40% of premium prices.
• Best Acoustics: ORCHO Rows L-N ($235-387) in the "golden triangle" for optimal sound balance.
• Dance Enthusiasts: MEZZC Rows F-H ($220-243) provide the best overhead view of choreography.
• VIP Experience: ORCHC Row AA ($415) - Close enough to see facial expressions with perfect center alignment.

Section Comparison

• Orchestra vs Mezzanine: Orchestra delivers better sound immediacy while mezzanine provides better view of staging patterns.
• Front Mezzanine (Rows A-D): Steeper angle but closer than rear orchestra at similar prices.
• Side Sections: PV (Premium View) seats often offer better value than center sections at similar rows.

Special Notes for This Production

The Buena Vista Social Club features extensive brass sections and percussion - center-left orchestra seats (ORCHO Rows H-K) provide ideal positioning to see all musicians. The mezzanine's elevated view better showcases the full 12-piece ensemble during climactic numbers.