Hollywood Pantages Theatre | "Shucked" Musical Seating Guide – Best Views & Value Tickets

Expert Recommendations for the Best Seats at "Shucked"

As a historic Broadway-style theater, the Hollywood Pantages offers three main seating levels: Orchestra (closest to stage), Mezzanine (middle tier), and Balcony (upper level). For "Shucked," a musical with intricate staging and witty dialogue, we recommend prioritizing clear sightlines to catch all the visual comedy. Here's our breakdown of current ticket options:

Best Value Tickets (Under $100)

• ORCHL Row XX ($61): Far side orchestra but excellent price point. Slight angle toward stage.
• ORCHR/ORCHL Row U ($78): Mid-orchestra side sections - good elevation with minimal obstruction.
• MEZZR/MEZZL Rows B-C ($91): Front mezzanine center-right/left. Perfect for viewing choreography patterns.

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

• ORCHLC Row N ($111): Left-center orchestra - premium location at mid-range price.
• MEZZRC/MEZZLC Rows B-C ($111-$120): Center mezzanine boxes offer intimate views with railings for leaning.
• ORCHC Row NN/PP/QQ ($161): True center orchestra - the "goldilocks zone" for sound and sightlines.

Higher Tier Options (Not the best deals)

• MEZZANINE Rows A-K ($187): Front mezzanine but overpriced compared to similar B/C row seats.
• ORCHRC Row V ($137): Right-center orchestra - good seats but slightly obstructed by overhang.

Premium or Last-Minute Splurges

• ORCHLC Row A ($235): Front left-center - actors will literally sweat on you. Perfect for superfans.
• ORCHC Row WW ($556): Dead-center about 15 rows back - the audio sweet spot for musicals.
• ORCHESTRA Row F ($1,339): 6th row center - only for those wanting the absolute premium experience.

View Difference Highlights

• Orchestra Side vs Center: Side sections (ORCHL/R) have angled views but often better prices. Center sections (ORCHC) provide perfect frontal views.
• Mezzanine Overhang: Rows M and back in orchestra may have slight view obstruction from mezzanine overhang.
• Front Mezzanine: MEZZ Rows A-C offer the best overall perspective for dance numbers at lower cost than orchestra.

Our Top Recommendation

For most attendees, we suggest the MEZZLC Row B ($111) seats - center-left mezzanine with perfect elevation to take in the entire stage. At this price point, you're getting 90% of the premium experience for 40% of the cost of front orchestra seats.

Pro Tips

• The Pantages' orchestra is raked steeply, so even Row XX has decent sightlines over heads.
• Mezzanine center sections (MEZZC) often sell first - the available Row E ($137) is a rare find.
• For group sales, the ORCHR Row PP ($80) block of 5 seats offers great value in a fun side section.