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

Best Value Tickets (Under $100)

• MEZZPV Rows A-E ($89): Front mezzanine side sections with excellent diagonal views of the stage. Row A puts you right at the mezzanine rail.
• MEZZO Rows J-K ($89-90): Center mezzanine back rows still offer good sightlines with significant savings.

Sweet Spot (Good Availability & Price $100-150)

• ORCHPV Rows C-M ($122): Premium orchestra side sections with near-center views at 30% less than comparable center seats.
• MEZZC Rows H-K ($117-125): Dead-center mezzanine seats with perfect head-on views of the full stage.
• ORCHO Rows Q-S ($132-138): Rear orchestra center - deeper but unobstructed with excellent sound.

Higher Tier Options ($150-250)

• MEZZO Rows A-D ($176-196): Front mezzanine center - the "goldilocks zone" of Broadway seating.
• ORCHO Rows K-N ($214-253): Mid-orchestra sides with closer proximity to the stage.
• MEZZC Rows B-F ($189-232): Premium mezzanine center rows with ideal elevation.

Premium & Last-Minute ($250+)

• ORCHC Rows A-D ($360+): Front orchestra center - expect to see facial expressions and stage details.
• MEZZC Row A ($359): First row center mezzanine - considered the best seats in the house by many.
• ORCHC Rows AA ($291-334): Front row orchestra - literally at the stage edge (limited availability).

View Comparison

• Orchestra vs Mezzanine: Orchestra gets you closer to performers, while mezzanine provides better perspective for dance numbers and full-stage visuals.
• Center vs Sides: Center sections (ORCHC/MEZZC) offer straight-on views, while sides (ORCHPV/MEZZPV) provide more angled but often closer seating.
• Front Mezzanine: Rows A-C in mezzanine typically offer better views than rear orchestra at similar prices.

Our Recommendations

• Budget Pick: MEZZPV Row A at $89 - incredible value for front mezzanine position.
• Best Balance: MEZZC Row H at $124 - center mezzanine at mid-elevation.
• Premium Choice: ORCHC Row D at $360 - close enough to feel immersed in the performance.
• Group Tip: MEZZO Row J has 6 seats together at $89 each - rare find for larger parties.

Theatre Notes

The Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre has excellent acoustics throughout. Mezzanine overhang begins at Row M in orchestra. For "Buena Vista Social Club," the mezzanine provides ideal views of the full band setup, while orchestra seats deliver more intimate connection with soloists.