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

Best Value Tickets (Under $100)

• MEZZO Section Rows H-K ($88-$89): Excellent mid-mezzanine views at Broadway's best prices. Row K offers particularly good value with full stage visibility.
• MEZZPV Rows A-F ($91-$93): Premium View sections with minimal overhang at just slightly higher cost than regular mezzanine.

Sweet Spot Tickets ($100-$150)

• Mezzanine Center Rows J-K ($123-$158): The geometric center of the theater offers perfect sightlines. Earlier rows (J) provide more intimacy.
• ORCHPV Rows C-M ($122): Orchestra premium views with no obstructions at prices comparable to mezzanine.
• MEZZO Rows A-D ($147-$150): Front mezzanine delivers near-orchestra perspectives at 30% savings.

Higher Tier Options ($150-$250)

• ORCHO Rows M-S ($132-$187): Mid-orchestra seats with excellent elevation. Rows Q-S offer best value in this range.
• Mezzanine Front Rows A-F ($179-$245): For those prioritizing elevation, front mezzanine center (Rows E-F) provides stunning overviews.

Premium & Last-Minute ($250+)

• ORCHC Rows A-AA ($288-$419): Center orchestra gold standard. Row AA has perfect elevation while maintaining proximity.
• Front Orchestra Rows A-K ($293-$463): Ultimate VIP experience. Rows H-J center are the house's "sweet spot" for acoustics.

View Comparisons

• Mezzanine vs Orchestra: MEZZO rows A-D provide similar sight angles to ORCHO rows Q-S at significant savings
• Side Views: Mezzanine Left/Right rows F-J ($136-$156) offer excellent value with only slight angular viewing
• Overhang Alert: Avoid MEZZ rows A-C in rear sections (MEZZANINE LEFT/RIGHT) which may have balcony overhang

Current Best Deals

• 3 tickets in MEZZO Row K @ $88 each - Rare group pricing in value section
• MEZZPV Row D @ $91 - Front premium view for less than standard mezzanine
• ORCHPV Row E @ $122 - Orchestra center experience at mezzanine price

Recommendations

• For budget buyers: MEZZO Row K ($88) can't be beat for full show visibility
• Best balance: Mezzanine Center Row J ($123) or ORCHO Row Q ($132)
• Splurge worthy: ORCHC Row AA ($288) delivers West End-style intimacy
• Group tip: MEZZO Row H has 6 seats together at $89 - extremely rare availability

The Gerald Schoenfeld's intimate 1,079-seat space means even "value" seats offer good views. For this Cuban musical, center-left seating may enhance the cultural immersion with better view of clave players.