Imperial Theatre | "Smash" Broadway Show Seating Guide & Best Ticket Deals

Expert Recommendations for the Best Views & Value

Discover the perfect seats for "Smash" at Imperial Theatre with our detailed seating analysis. Whether you're looking for budget-friendly options, premium views, or last-minute deals, we'll help you navigate this historic Broadway venue's unique layout to maximize your experience.

Best Value Tickets (Under $170)

• Rear Mezzanine (RMEZZ) Rows C-F ($152-$167): Excellent mid-range pricing with good elevated views. Rows C-D offer the best value in this section with minimal viewing obstructions.
• Rear Mezzanine Left/Right Row B ($163): Front of rear mezzanine with clearer sightlines than rows further back.
• Note: Rear Mezzanine seats are steeper than orchestra but provide excellent overall perspective of the stage.

Sweet Spot (Good Availability & Price Balance)

• Rear Mezzanine Center Rows A-G ($179-$290): Centered views with good elevation. Rows A-C provide the clearest sightlines in this price range.
• Orchestra (ORCHO) Rows Q-T ($220-$276): Rear orchestra seats with full stage views at reasonable Broadway prices.
• Front Mezzanine Rows B-F ($281-$297): The "golden zone" for many Broadway regulars - elevated but close with perfect viewing angles.

Higher Tier Options (Premium Views)

• Center Orchestra (ORCHC) Rows A-N ($288-$505): The most coveted seats with perfect sightlines. Rows F-J are ideal for seeing facial expressions while still taking in the full stage.
• Front Mezzanine Center Rows A-F ($290-$428): Unobstructed overhead views - especially good for dance-heavy numbers.
• Orchestra Sides Rows A-K ($322-$378): Closer to the stage but may have slight viewing angles. Best for immersive experiences.

Viewing Considerations by Section

• Orchestra: Rows A-F are very close to stage (may need to look up), while rows M-T offer ideal perspective. Center sections (ORCHC) have no viewing angles.
• Front Mezzanine: Rows A-C feel almost like balcony boxes with incredible overhead views. Avoid extreme sides which may have rail obstructions.
• Rear Mezzanine: Rows A-D are preferable to back rows (G-H) which may feel distant. Center sections provide the most balanced views.

Premium & Last-Minute Options

• Center Orchestra Rows D-H ($418-$430): Broadway's "platinum" seats with perfect sightlines and acoustic balance.
• Front Mezzanine Center Row A ($428): The very best mezzanine seats, often selling out first.
• Orchestra Center Row J ($505): Premium pricing but arguably the best seats in the house for a special occasion.

Our Top Recommendations

• Best Budget Pick: RMEZZ Row C ($152) - unbeatable value for money
• Best Mid-Range: Front Mezzanine Left/Right Row B ($284) - perfect Broadway viewing experience
• Best Premium: ORCHC Row H ($425) - center orchestra magic without the very highest price
• Best Last-Minute: Orchestra Right Row B ($355) - closer than center section prices

Imperial Theatre Pro Tips

The Imperial's mezzanine overhang begins at Row M in the orchestra - seats behind this point may feel slightly enclosed. For "Smash," which features elaborate sets, consider the mezzanine for the best full-stage perspectives. The theater's relatively intimate size means even rear mezzanine seats offer good visibility compared to larger Broadway houses.