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

Best Value Tickets (Under $100)

• MEZZPV Rows A-F ($89-90): Front mezzanine side sections with excellent diagonal views of the stage. Rows A-C are particularly strong for the price.
• MEZZO Rows H-K ($89-92): Rear center mezzanine - slightly more distant but unobstructed center views. Best for budget-conscious buyers wanting straight-on perspectives.

Sweet Spot Tickets ($100-150)

• Mezzanine Left/Right Rows J-K ($99-126): Side sections closer to the stage than rear mezzanine. Minimal viewing angle compromise for significant savings.
• ORCHPV Rows C-L ($122-133): Premium side orchestra at 50% discount. Rows E-J offer the best balance between proximity and price.
• MEZZC Rows H-K ($117-122): Dead-center mezzanine seats with perfect head-on views. The $121 tickets in Row K are especially good value.

Higher Tier Options ($150-250)

• MEZZO Rows A-G ($145-190): Front-center mezzanine. Rows D-F provide the "goldilocks zone" - close enough for facial expressions yet elevated for full-stage views.
• ORCHO Rows M-S ($130-178): Rear orchestra center. Rows O-Q ($174-175) are worth the upgrade over farther back seats for better sound quality.
• Mezzanine Center Rows C-E ($243): The most premium mezzanine seats with plush legroom and perfect sightlines.

Premium/Last-Minute Options ($250+)

• ORCHC Rows A-D ($360-419): Front orchestra center - you'll see every detail of the performers. Row B ($419) puts you just 15 feet from the stage.
• MEZZC Row A ($357-372): Front mezzanine center - considered by many as the best seats in the house for overall perspective.
• ORCHC Rows K-M ($288-360): Mid-orchestra center with ideal acoustics. Row L ($290) is the acoustic sweet spot of the theater.

Viewing Recommendations

• For Cuban dance enthusiasts: MEZZO Rows D-F ($146-147) provide the best elevated view of choreography patterns.
• For musicians/sound engineers: ORCHC Row L ($290) offers perfect audio balance of instruments and vocals.
• For elderly patrons: MEZZPV Row A ($89) has easy stair access and comfortable legroom.
• For romantic dates: ORCHESTRA LEFT Row H ($218) has paired loveseat-style seating.

Section Comparison

• Orchestra vs Mezzanine: Orchestra seats (especially Rows A-J) feel more immersive for the club-style atmosphere, while mezzanine provides better views of the full ensemble.
• Side vs Center: Side sections (MEZZPV/ORCHPV) have 15-25 degree angled views but are significantly cheaper than comparable center sections.
• Front Mezzanine Warning: Rows A-B in mezzanine may have slight overhang from the balcony above - choose Row C or higher if concerned.

Price Alert Opportunities

The $89 MEZZPV tickets (Rows A-E) represent exceptional value and typically sell first. For last-minute buyers, the $122 ORCHPV tickets often drop below $100 within 48 hours of performances.