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

Best Value Tickets ($117-$151)

• MEZZO H-J Rows ($117-$133): Center-rear mezzanine with good elevation and clear stage views. Rows H-J offer the best price-to-view ratio.
• MEZZPV Rows A-F ($119-$151): Premium mezzanine side sections with angled but unobstructed views. Rows B-E are particularly good for the price.
• ORCHPV Rows B-M ($138-$151): Side orchestra with slight viewing angles but closer proximity to stage. Excellent for experiencing the music's richness.

Sweet Spot Tickets ($136-$182)

• MEZZO D-G Rows ($136-$182): Mid-mezzanine center with perfect balance of price and viewing experience. Rows E-F provide optimal sightlines.
• Mezzanine Center J Row ($134-$135): Dead-center views with good elevation. The "Goldilocks zone" for musical performances.
• ORCHO Q Row ($150-$152): Rear orchestra center - farther back but with complete stage visibility and excellent acoustics.

Higher Tier Options ($190-$260)

• Mezzanine B-F Rows ($190-$221): Front mezzanine with near-perfect sightlines. Center sections (MEZZC) are worth the premium.
• ORCHO N-P Rows ($194-$202): Mid-orchestra center sections - closer to the action with full-stage perspective.
• MEZZC E-G Rows ($204-$215): Premium center mezzanine rows that feel like private boxes with outstanding views.

Premium Seating ($256-$657)

• ORCHO A-L Rows ($256-$413): Front orchestra sections - within 12 rows of the stage. Rows C-K offer immersive concert experiences.
• ORCHC Rows (up to $494): Prime orchestra center seats with perfect sightlines. AA-A rows put you closest to the performers.
• Front Mezzanine A ($336-$459): The very first mezzanine row with an unobstructed bird's-eye view of the entire production.

Viewing Recommendations

• For Budget-Conscious Buyers: MEZZO H-J or MEZZPV E-F rows offer 85% of the experience at 40% of premium seat costs.
• Best Acoustics: Mezzanine Center D-G rows capture the full dynamic range of the Cuban jazz ensemble.
• Dance Enthusiasts: ORCHO Q-R or ORCHPV L-M rows let you see the musicians' techniques while having legroom.
• VIP Experience: ORCHC AA-B rows or MEZZC A-B rows provide both proximity and prestige.

Section Comparison

• Orchestra vs Mezzanine: Orchestra seats feel more immersive while mezzanine provides better overall perspective for dance numbers.
• Center vs Side: Center sections (ORCHC/MEZZC) command 15-25% premiums but guarantee unobstructed views.
• Front Mezzanine: Rows A-C often outperform mid-orchestra seats in viewing quality despite lower prices.

Pro Tips

• For groups of 4+, MEZZO H-J rows have multiple blocks of 6 seats together.
• Check the theater's detailed seating chart - some "partial view" seats actually have minimal obstructions.
• Weeknight performances often have better availability in premium sections.
• Consider splitting your group between adjacent rows to access better seats.