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 with 1,443 seats, the Imperial Theatre offers excellent sightlines from most sections. Based on current availability for "Smash," here's my professional breakdown of the best ticket values, sweet spots, and premium options to consider:

💰 Best Value Tickets (Under $170)

• Rear Mezzanine Rows C-F ($146-$153): Surprisingly good sightlines for the price. Rows C-D are particularly strong with minimal obstruction.
• Rear Mezzanine Left/Right Row B ($163): Side sections but closer to the stage than center rear mezzanine seats at similar prices.
• Rear Mezzanine Row H ($166): Back row but center sections maintain good vertical sightlines to the stage.

🎯 Sweet Spot (Best Balance of Price & View $170-$230)

• Rear Mezzanine Center Rows E-G ($179-$204): The "goldilocks zone" - not too far back with perfect viewing angles.
• Orchestra Rows U-T ($220): Rear orchestra at mezzanine prices with excellent head-on views.
• Rear Mezzanine 1 Row E ($189): First row of elevated seating provides unobstructed views over orchestra.

✨ Higher Tier Options ($230-$350)

• Center Orchestra Rows N-Q ($258-$319): Prime orchestra seating with ideal distance from stage.
• Front Mezzanine Rows B-F ($281-$322): Closest mezzanine seats with immersive views.
• Orchestra Left/Right Rows B-L ($254-$358): Side sections but closer proximity to performers.

💎 Premium & Last-Minute Seats ($350+)

• Orchestra Center Rows A-D ($375-$418): Ultimate Broadway experience - can see facial expressions.
• Front Mezzanine Row A ($422): First row center mezzanine - considered best seats in house.
• Orchestra Center Row J ($505): Premium center section about halfway back in orchestra.

⚠️ Important Viewing Notes:

• Rear Mezzanine Rows A-C may have slight overhang from front mezzanine - better for taller guests.
• Orchestra rows U-AA are under the mezzanine overhang - less ideal for tall patrons.
• Side orchestra seats past row 10 have some minor sightline obstructions.
• Front mezzanine side boxes (left/right) have unique angled views some patrons prefer.

🎭 My Top 3 Picks for "Smash":

1. Rear Mezzanine Center Row E ($181): Best value with perfect viewing angle
2. Orchestra Row U Center ($220): Orchestra experience at mezzanine price
3. Front Mezzanine Right Center Row D ($297): Immersive view of full stage

Pro Tip:

For dance-heavy numbers in "Smash," mezzanine seats between rows D-G provide the best perspective to appreciate full choreography. Orchestra seats closer than row M may require more head movement to see all stage action.