Imperial Theatre - "Smash" Broadway Show Seating Guide & Best Ticket Values

Expert Recommendations for the Best Views at Every Price Point

As a historic Broadway theater, the Imperial Theatre offers excellent sightlines throughout the house. Based on current availability for "Smash," here's our curated selection of seats offering the best balance of price and view quality.

Best Value Tickets ($121-$136)

• Rear Mezzanine (RMEZZ) Rows C-F: At $121-$125, these center-rear mezzanine seats offer surprising clarity for the price. Row C (closest) provides the best value with only slight overhang from the front mezzanine.
• Rear Mezzanine Side Rows B: At $136, these side sections (Left/Right) in row B give you a slight angle but excellent elevation - perfect for seeing choreography patterns.

Sweet Spot Seats ($157-$184)

• Rear Mezzanine 4-5 Rows C-F: $157-$160 gets you into premium rear mezzanine sections with less crowding and perfect head-on views.
• Orchestra Rear (ORCHO) Rows Q-S: At $161-$171, these orchestra seats maintain good sightlines while keeping costs reasonable. Ideal for hearing vocals clearly.

Higher Tier Options ($209-$284)

• Orchestra Center (ORCHC) Rows O-U: $231-$273 positions you in the heart of the action with full stage visibility. Rows R-T offer the best depth perspective.
• Front Mezzanine Center Rows B-F: $271-$284 provides the iconic Broadway balcony experience with panoramic views perfect for musicals.

Premium & Last-Minute Seats ($322-$505)

• Orchestra Center Rows A-J: $342-$505 puts you in the "golden triangle" with unbeatable proximity. Row A (AA) literally puts you at the stage's edge.
• Front Mezzanine Rows A-C: $339-$344 in sections 1-4 offers the most intimate balcony experience, perfect for catching facial expressions.

View Comparison

• Orchestra vs. Mezzanine: Orchestra seats (especially center) provide immersion while mezzanine offers better perspective for large dance numbers.
• Front vs. Rear Mezzanine: Front Mezzanine has steeper pitch (better views over heads) while Rear has slight overhang in last rows.
• Side Sections: Left/Right sections in both orchestra and mezzanine have minor viewing angles but often better pricing.

Pro Tips

• For groups of 4+, the Rear Mezzanine 4-5 sections at $157-$160 offer the best combination of seating together and value.
• Single tickets in Orchestra Row Q-S ($166-$171) often release last-minute production holds at great prices.
• Avoid extreme side sections beyond Seat 101/102 in orchestra or Seat 1/14 in mezzanine for this dance-heavy show.

Current Best Deals (as of listing)

• Top Budget Pick: RMEZZ Row C at $121 (7 tickets left)
• Best Mid-Range: ORCHO Row Q at $166 (perfect center-rear orchestra)
• Premium Splurge: ORCHC Row J at $365 (center orchestra magic)

Remember - the Imperial Theatre's intimate size means there are few truly bad seats. Prioritize center sections when possible, and consider that mezzanine views often outperform similarly-priced rear orchestra seats for musicals.