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

Best Value Tickets (Under $175)

• MEZZPV Rows A-E ($153): Front mezzanine side sections with excellent diagonal views of stage. Rows A-D are particularly good with minimal obstruction.
• MEZZO Rows H-K ($165-$169): Center-rear mezzanine with straight-on views. Higher rows maintain good sightlines in this intimate theater.

Sweet Spot (Best Balance of Price & View $175-$225)

• ORCHPV Rows C-M ($184): Premium orchestra side sections closer to stage. Rows E-K offer the best value here.
• MEZZC Rows E-H ($189-$220): Dead-center mezzanine seats with perfect head-on views. Rows F-H are ideal for seeing full stage choreography.
• ORCHO Rows Q-S ($189-$193): Rear orchestra center - farther back but with excellent elevation and full-stage visibility.

Higher Tier Options ($225-$350)

• ORCHC Rows L-P ($231-$288): Mid-orchestra center sections. Rows N-P provide ideal viewing distance for this music-driven show.
• MEZZANINE LEFT/RIGHT Rows A-J ($215-$297): Front side mezzanine with closer proximity. Best for those who prefer being nearer to stage action.
• ORCHO Rows A-K ($234-$387): Front orchestra sides. Rows D-H offer closest views of performers' expressions.

Premium & Last-Minute Seats ($350+)

• ORCHC Rows A-D ($454-$536): Front orchestra center - ultimate premium experience with closest views of the Cuban ensemble.
• MEZZC Row A ($454-$466): Front mezzanine center - best elevated views in the house.
• Center Orchestra AA ($288-$297): First rows behind premium sections - great for seeing intricate musical performances.

Viewing Recommendations

• For Music Lovers: MEZZC Rows E-H or ORCHC Rows L-P provide ideal acoustic balance and full-stage views of the 11-piece band.
• For Dance Enthusiasts: MEZZPV Rows A-D offer perfect elevation to appreciate choreography patterns.
• For Intimacy: ORCHO Rows D-H (especially even-numbered seats) bring you closest to solo performers.
• Budget Conscious: MEZZO Rows J-K still deliver excellent sound and sightlines at lowest prices.

Section Comparison

• Orchestra vs Mezzanine: Orchestra gets you closer to performers while mezzanine provides better overall perspective of staging.
• Center vs Sides: Center sections (ORCHC/MEZZC) have perfect sightlines while sides (ORCHPV/MEZZPV) offer closer proximity at lower prices.
• Front Mezzanine: Rows A-C in mezzanine often provide better views than rear orchestra at similar prices.

Special Notes for This Production

The Buena Vista Social Club features extensive musical performances. For optimal experience, we recommend seats with clear sightlines to both the main stage and the elevated band platform at stage right. Mezzanine center sections between rows D-H provide the most comprehensive viewing angles.