Novello Theatre | Mamma Mia! Seating Guide – Best Views & Value Tickets

Expert Tips for Choosing the Best Seats at Novello Theatre

The Novello Theatre's intimate 1,100-seat capacity offers excellent sightlines throughout, but strategic seat selection can dramatically enhance your Mamma Mia! experience. Below is our breakdown of current ticket options with recommendations based on view quality, price, and availability.

Best Value Tickets (Budget-Friendly with Good Views)

• Balcony Row E ($54): Steep but unobstructed overhead view—perfect for ABBA fans who want to see the full choreography patterns. Avoid if you dislike heights.
• Grand Circle Row H ($87): Mid-tier elevation with better legroom than balcony. Slight side angle actually improves visibility of the iconic spiral staircase scenes.

Sweet Spot (Best Balance of Price & View Quality)

• Dress Circle Row K ($112): First Dress Circle row with central placement—actors' facial expressions are clearly visible during emotional numbers like "Slipping Through My Fingers."
• Grand Circle Row D ($112): Front-center of Grand Circle provides a sweeping view of the disco ball effects. Closer than you'd expect to the stage.

Higher Tier Options (Premium Locations, Less Value)

• Stalls Row U ($153): Rear stalls still have good sightlines but lose some intimacy. Best for groups wanting to sit together.
• Dress Circle Row J ($153): Slightly offset from center but excellent proximity to the stage—you'll feel part of the wedding scene choreography.

Premium & Last-Minute Splurges

• Stalls Row P ($207): Prime orchestra seating where you can see the glitter on the platform boots during "Dancing Queen."
• Stalls Row N ($248): Close enough to catch thrown roses during the finale. Watch for interactive moments with aisle seats.
• Dress Circle Row B ($289): VIP-worthy with private lounge access. Directly faces the iconic ABBA-esque platform used in "Waterloo."

Key View Differences by Section

• Balcony: Birds-eye view showcases the full dance formations but distant for emotional moments. Rows A-C have safety rail interference.
• Grand Circle: Diagonal sightlines actually enhance the 3D effect of the rotating set pieces. Avoid far sides past Seat 20.
• Dress Circle: The "Goldilocks zone"—high enough to see floor patterns but close for actor interactions. Center seats have perfect vocal balance.
• Stalls: Under the overhang until Row M may muffle sound. Best for feeling the bass in "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!" Rows F-K are the acoustic sweet spot.

Our Top Recommendations

• Best Overall: Dress Circle Rows B-C (if budget allows) or Grand Circle Row D for value
• Group Bookings: Balcony Row E (8 tickets available) or Stalls Rows U-V
• Superfans: Stalls Rows N-P to catch costume details and potential cast interaction
• First-Timers: Dress Circle center seats between Rows G-K for the full spectacle

Pro Tips

The Novello's shallow stage means even side seats in Stalls Rows A-D have good angles. For matinees, avoid Grand Circle right side (Seats 1-10) when sunlight streams through the stained glass windows.