Imperial Theatre - "Smash" Broadway Show Seating Guide & Ticket Recommendations

Best Value Tickets (Under $170)

• Rear Mezzanine (RMEZZ) Rows C-F: Excellent budget option at $151-$153. These center-rear seats offer full stage visibility with only slight distance compromise. Row C is particularly good with only 2 rows in front.
• Rear Mezzanine Left/Right Row C: At $163, these side sections provide good angled views of the stage with savings over center sections.

Sweet Spot (Best Balance of Price & View: $170-$250)

• Rear Mezzanine Center Rows A-G ($179-$218): The premium mezzanine experience. Row A here is often better than front mezzanine side seats at similar prices.
• Orchestra Sides Rows N-T ($213-$254): Right/Left Orchestra in these rows provide excellent proximity to stage at mid-range prices. Row N offers particularly good value.

Higher Tier Options ($250-$350)

• Center Orchestra Rows Q-U ($295-$319): The heart of the theater with perfect sightlines. Rows Q-T maintain good elevation over the stage.
• Front Mezzanine Center Rows B-F ($284-$327): For those who prefer elevated views. Row C here is often considered the "golden row" of the mezzanine.

Premium & Last-Minute Options ($350+)

• Orchestra Center Rows J-P ($418-$505): True premium seats with perfect proximity and center alignment. Row J is often the first price jump point.
• Front Mezzanine Row A ($428): The absolute front of the balcony with unobstructed views.

View Comparison & Recommendations

• Mezzanine vs Orchestra: Front Mezzanine Rows A-C often provide better overall views than Orchestra rows beyond Row U. The Imperial's steep balcony design ensures excellent sightlines.
• Side Sections: Left/Right sections in both Orchestra and Mezzanine have slight angled views but no major obstructions. Best value for price-conscious buyers.
• Row Depth Matters: In Orchestra, rows K-P are the sweet spot - close enough for facial expressions but far enough for full stage views.
• Group Tip: Multiple tickets are available in RMEZZ Rows C-F (7 together at $151) - perfect for groups wanting to sit together economically.

Pro Tips for "Smash" at Imperial Theatre

• The show features elaborate set pieces - center-left seats often get better views of stage-right action.
• For dance-heavy numbers, mezzanine seats provide better appreciation of choreography patterns.
• Orchestra rows AA-A are extremely close to stage - best for those who want actor proximity over full-stage perspective.
• Check the 7 available tickets in ORCHC Row T at $276 - a rare center orchestra deal.