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

Expert Recommendations for the Best Views at Every Price Point

As a historic Broadway venue, the Imperial Theatre offers diverse seating options with varying sightlines. Below is my curated selection of the best value tickets, sweet spots, and premium options for "Smash" based on current availability and pricing.

Best Value Tickets ($117-$162)

• Rear Mezzanine (RMEZZ) Rows A-E: Excellent budget option with full stage views. Rows C-E ($117-$123) offer the best value, though you'll see some overhead action at a slight angle.
• Rear Mezzanine Center Rows E-G: Centered views at $135-$162. Row G provides surprising clarity for the price.
• Orchestra (ORCHO) Rows N-R: Back orchestra at $161-$171. Better for hearing vocals than seeing facial expressions.

Sweet Spot Seats ($179-$243)

• Rear Mezzanine Center Rows A-D: ($233-$238) Perfect middle-ground - elevated view shows all choreography without being too distant.
• Orchestra Center Rows Q-U: ($242-$243) The "Goldilocks zone" - close enough for emotional connection but far enough to take in full stage pictures.
• Front Mezzanine (FMEZO) Rows C-F: ($257-$273) My top recommendation - combines Broadway's traditional best views with reasonable pricing for this production.

Higher Tier Options ($270-$342)

• Front Mezzanine Center Rows A-F: ($273-$374) Premium mezzanine seats with perfect sightlines to appreciate the full staging.
• Orchestra Center Rows J-P: ($329-$342) For those who want to see performers' expressions. Rows L-M are particularly strong.
• Side Orchestra Rows B-L: ($342) Good proximity but some extreme side seats may have minor viewing obstructions.

Premium/Last-Minute Seats ($430-$758)

• Orchestra Center Rows J-P: ($430-$505) Ultimate Broadway experience with perfect sightlines and acoustics.
• Front Mezzanine Center Row A: ($374) The "director's view" - sees every detail of choreography and set design.
• Orchestra Row L: ($758) Front center premium - only recommended for special occasion splurges.

View Comparison Guide

• Mezzanine vs Orchestra: Mezzanine excels for appreciating full choreography and set design, while orchestra provides more intimate performer connection.
• Front vs Rear Mezzanine: Front Mezzanine rows C-F offer 20-30% better visibility of facial expressions than rear sections.
• Center vs Side: Center sections provide balanced views, while side seats (especially in orchestra) may miss some upstage action.

Pro Tips

• For groups: Rear Mezzanine Rows C-G offer the best combination of availability and value with 4+ seats together.
• For couples: Splurge on Front Mezzanine Center Row D ($290) - romantic Broadway experience without breaking the bank.
• For best acoustics: Orchestra Center Rows M-Q provide ideal sound balance for this musical.

Current Best Deals (as of today)

• Best Budget: RMEZZ Row E at $117 (11 tickets left)
• Best Mid-Range: FMEZO Row D at $257 (8 tickets)
• Best Premium: ORCHC Row J at $365 (4 tickets)