Imperial Theatre | "Smash" Broadway Show Tickets - Best Seats & Value Guide

Expert Recommendations for the Best Views at Imperial Theatre

As a historic Broadway theater with 1,443 seats, the Imperial Theatre offers three distinct viewing levels: Orchestra, Front Mezzanine, and Rear Mezzanine. Below is our expert breakdown of the best value tickets, sweet spots, and premium options for enjoying "Smash" with optimal sightlines and acoustics.

Best Value Tickets ($117-$136)

• Rear Mezzanine Rows E-G (Sections RMEZZ): Excellent budget option with full stage visibility (Rows E at $117 offer the best value). Slightly angled view but no obstructions.
• Rear Mezzanine Side Rows B-C: Closer to the stage ($136) with minimal side distortion - ideal for those wanting proximity without orchestra prices.
• Orchestra Rear (Rows S-Q): Surprisingly affordable ($161-$169) for orchestra seats, though views of upstage details may be slightly compromised.

Sweet Spot Seats ($157-$212)

• Front Mezzanine Center Rows B-F ($271-$284): The theater's "golden zone" - elevated enough for full stage perspective while close enough to see facial expressions.
• Orchestra Center Rows M-Q ($273-$293): Premium sound quality and direct sightlines. Row P center at $287 is particularly well-positioned.
• Rear Mezzanine Center Rows A-G ($269-$271): Best mezzanine value - centered views with only slight distance compromise.

Higher Tier Options ($231-$365)

• Orchestra Center Rows A-F ($365+): Unparalleled proximity but may require looking up slightly at the stage.
• Front Mezzanine Front Rows A-B ($344+): Intimate balcony experience with perfect vertical sight angles.
• Orchestra Side Premium (Rows B-K @ $342): Excellent side views with minimal neck strain, closer to entry aisles.

Premium/Last-Minute Seats ($430-$505)

• Orchestra Center Rows J-P ($430-$505): The ultimate "house seats" - perfect sightlines and sound balance. Row J center at $505 is the producer's preferred viewing position.
• Front Mezzanine Box Seats: Unique angled perspective with extra legroom (when available).

View Comparison Guide

• Orchestra: Rows A-J feel immersive but may miss some ceiling-height choreography. Rows K-T offer the best overall perspective.
• Front Mezzanine: Rows A-C feel like a private box. Rows D-F provide the classic Broadway balcony experience.
• Rear Mezzanine: Rows A-D maintain good intimacy. Rows E-H may require binoculars for facial expressions but capture full stage pictures.

Pro Tips

• The Imperial's mezzanine overhang begins at Row R in orchestra - avoid rows S-U if you dislike feeling "covered."
• Side orchestra seats nearer the stage (Rows B-K) actually provide better views than equivalent center seats due to the theater's shallow pitch.
• For "Smash" which features elaborate set pieces, Front Mezzanine Rows B-E provide the best overall appreciation of the production design.

Current Best Deals

• Rear Mezzanine Row E @ $117 (11 tickets left)
• Orchestra Row S @ $161 (7 tickets)
• Front Mezzanine Right Center Row F @ $281 (4 tickets)