St. James Theatre "Sunset Blvd." Seating Guide – Best Views & Value

Expert Recommendations for "Sunset Blvd." at St. James Theatre

Discover the best seats for "Sunset Blvd." at Broadway's historic St. James Theatre. Our seating guide highlights optimal viewing angles, price-value sweet spots, and premium options—whether you're looking for budget-friendly balcony seats or center orchestra perfection.

Best Value Tickets (Under $120)

• Balcony Center Row G ($104): Front balcony with surprisingly good sightlines. Minimal obstruction despite being rear balcony.
• Balcony Left/Right Rows C-H ($108-$116): Side sections offer slight angle but significant savings. Rows G-H provide best value.
• Orchestra Rear Left Rows P-Q ($119): Rare orchestra seats under $120. Elevated view avoids overhang issues.

Sweet Spot (Good Availability & Price)

• Balcony Center Rows A-D ($125-$153): Front balcony with direct center views. Row D offers best price-to-view ratio.
• Mezzanine Rear Center Row Q ($152-$153): Elevated but centered view. Avoids steep balcony angle while maintaining affordability.
• Orchestra Rear Left/Right Rows O-R ($119-$270): Side orchestra provides closer proximity at reasonable prices.

Higher Tier Options (Better Views, Moderate Premium)

• Mezzanine Front Center Rows E-H ($343): The "Goldilocks zone" - elevated enough for full stage view yet close to action.
• Orchestra Rear Center Rows K-M ($343-$554): True center views with comfortable legroom. Rows K-L avoid soundboard overhang.
• Mezzanine Front Side Rows B-F ($290-$343): Front side mezzanine provides intimacy at lower cost than center sections.

Premium & Last-Minute Options

• Orchestra Front Center Rows B-D ($813): Ultimate Broadway experience - see every facial expression. Row C is the literal sweet spot.
• Mezzanine Front Center Rows A-D ($430): Front mezzanine center provides perfect overview of staging.
• Orchestra Center Rows H-J ($646): Mid-center orchestra balances proximity with full-stage perspective.

View Considerations

• Balcony: Rows A-C feel surprisingly close. Avoid far sides for this production with wide staging.
• Mezzanine: Front center (Rows A-H) offers Broadway's best value views. Rear mezzanine Row Q+ may have slight overhang.
• Orchestra: Center sections beyond Row R may have obstructed views of upper staging elements.
• Side Seats: Left side (house right) offers better views of key Sunset Blvd. set pieces.

Current Best Availability (As of Listing)

• 12 seats in Balcony Center Row G at $104 (unbeatable value)
• 14 seats in Balcony Center Row D at $125 (front balcony center)
• 15 seats in Mezzanine Rear Center Row K at $238 (great elevated view)
• 4 seats in Orchestra Front Right Row C at $567 (premium close-up)

Pro Tip

For "Sunset Blvd.", the mezzanine front center (Rows D-G) provides the ideal balance of price and view—you'll appreciate the full staging while catching every nuance of the performances. If budget allows, jump on the Orchestra Front Center Row C ($813) for a truly unforgettable Broadway experience.