Sheas Performing Arts Center | Best Seats for "Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations"

Expert Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Seats

Discover the best value tickets, premium options, and hidden gems at Sheas Performing Arts Center for this Tony Award-winning musical. Our seating guide analyzes sightlines, acoustics, and pricing to help you make an informed decision.

Best Value Tickets (Under $70)

• BALC4 Row R ($57): Center balcony with surprisingly good sightlines. Rows P-S offer the best value in upper levels.
• BALCONY 3 Row U ($57): Side balcony with angled stage view. Excellent for budget-conscious theatergoers.
• BALC6 Row P ($57-62): Left balcony section with good elevation. Front rows (P-Q) provide clear views over patrons.

Sweet Spot (Good Availability & Price)

• BALC1 Row M ($82): Front-center balcony with direct sightlines to the proscenium. Perfect balance of price and view.
• ORCH5 Row R ($82): Rear orchestra with full stage visibility. Rows N-R offer orchestra experience at balcony prices.
• BALC4 Row O ($82): Elevated center position ideal for appreciating choreography. 8 tickets available.

Higher Tier Options (Premium Views)

• LOGE2 Row CC ($105-116): Front mezzanine boxes with intimate feel. CC row has extra legroom.
• ORCH3 Row X ($105): Side orchestra with slightly angled view but closer to stage action.
• BALC6 Row D ($105): First row of balcony - unobstructed vertical sightlines.

Premium & Last-Minute Seats

• LOGE3 Row BB ($134-141): Center loge with perfect elevation. Directly faces stage at ideal 45-degree angle.
• ORCH4 Row BB ($120): Premium orchestra center - rows AA-CC are the house's "golden triangle".
• ORCHESTRA Row P ($565+): Front-center VIP experience. Only for those seeking ultimate proximity.

View Comparison by Section

• Orchestra (ORCH): Flat floor seating. Rows AA-CC (first 3 rows) may require neck craning. Rows K-P ideal.
• Loge (LOGE): First elevated tier. 15-20° incline provides perfect sightlines over orchestra.
• Balcony (BALC): Steep 35° incline. Front rows (A-D) better than rear for vertical sightlines.

Our Top Recommendations

• Best Overall Value: BALC1 Row M ($82) - Center balcony with full-stage view
• Premium Experience: LOGE3 Row BB ($134) - Perfect elevation and acoustics
• Budget Pick: BALC4 Row R ($57) - Surprisingly good center views
• Group Option (8+): BALC6 Row P ($57) - Left balcony block with availability

Special Considerations

For this dance-heavy show, center sections (BALC1, BALC4, ORCH4, LOGE3) provide the best appreciation of choreography. Side balcony seats may miss some upstage details but offer good value.

Acoustic Notes

Sheas' famous acoustics shine in LOGE and center balcony sections. Avoid extreme side orchestra seats under overhangs for optimal sound.