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

Expert Recommendations for the Best Views at Every Price Point

As a historic Broadway theater with 1,443 seats, the Imperial Theatre offers diverse seating options with varying sightlines. Based on current availability for "Smash," here's my professional breakdown of the best value tickets, sweet spots, and premium options to help you choose the perfect seats.

💰 Best Value Tickets ($120-$160)

• Rear Mezzanine Rows F-H ($120-$129): Excellent budget option with full stage visibility (slight angle in side sections). Row F has the best legroom.
• Rear Mezzanine Rows B-E ($136-$160): Closer mezzanine seats with minimal obstruction - perfect balance of price and view quality.
• Pro Tip: RMEZZ sections offer identical views to numbered Rear Mezzanine sections but often at lower prices.

🎯 Sweet Spot (Best Availability & Price Balance)

• Rear Mezzanine Center Rows E-G ($178-$191): Central sightlines eliminate any viewing angles - ideal for first-time attendees.
• Orchestra Rows Q-T ($165-$171): Surprisingly affordable orchestra seats with good elevation - watch for partial obstructions behind row S.
• Rear Mezzanine 1/3/4 Rows C-F ($157-$209): Premium mezzanine sections often priced similar to standard rear mezzanine.

🎭 Higher Tier Options (Better Views, Higher Cost)

• Front Mezzanine Rows B-F ($259-$286): The "goldilocks zone" - elevated but close with perfect sightlines. Center sections (FMEZC) worth the premium.
• Orchestra Center Rows O-U ($243-$302): Traditional Broadway experience - rows Q-T offer best depth for viewing choreography.
• Orchestra Side Rows K-Q ($212-$243): Excellent value for proximity - slight angle doesn't affect "Smash" viewing.

💎 Premium & Last-Minute Options

• Front Mezzanine Center Row A ($362): Unobstructed head-on view from premium front mezzanine.
• Orchestra Center Rows A-J ($339-$505): For true VIPs - rows F-J have perfect elevation and proximity.
• Orchestra Row L Center ($758): Ultimate splurge seats - middle of row in heart of action.

🔍 Key Viewing Notes

• Mezzanine Differences: Front Mezzanine (Rows A-F) vs Rear Mezzanine (Rows A-H) - front has steeper pitch for clearer views.
• Orchestra Depth: Rows A-J (Premium), K-T (Mid), U-V (Rear) - avoid extreme sides past seat 10.
• Obstruction Warning: Mezzanine overhang begins at Row S in orchestra - limits vertical sightlines.

🎟️ My Top 3 Picks for "Smash"

1. Rear Mezzanine Center Row F ($190): Best overall value with perfect center view
2. Orchestra Right Row Q ($209): Excellent orchestra value with minimal angle
3. Front Mezzanine Left Center Row D ($290): Premium viewing experience worth the splurge

ℹ️ Theater Layout Pro Tips

The Imperial's shallow mezzanine design means even rear mezzanine seats feel close. For dance-heavy numbers, mezzanine provides better overall perspective. Orchestra center seats beyond row M may require looking slightly upward.

Ready to Secure Your "Smash" Tickets?

• Compare all available sections with interactive seat views
• Book early for best seat selection in value ranges
• Consider weekday performances for potential discounts