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

Expert Recommendations for the Best Seats at St. James Theatre

Discover the perfect seats for "Sunset Blvd." at Broadway's historic St. James Theatre. This guide highlights the best value tickets, premium sections, and hidden gems in the auditorium—with detailed notes on view quality, pricing tiers, and availability.

Best Value Tickets (Under $130)

• Balcony Right, Row D ($101): Front balcony at lowest price point. Slight side angle but excellent vertical view of full stage.
• Balcony Center, Row G ($115): Dead-center alignment with only 7 rows ahead. Best mid-range balcony option.
• Orchestra Rear Left, Rows P-Q ($119): Rare orchestra seats under $120. Partial side view but closer to stage than balcony.

Sweet Spot Seats (Best Availability & Price Balance)

• Mezzanine Rear Center, Row Q ($152-167): Elevated view avoids overhang issues. Centerline positioning preserves sightlines.
• Balcony Center, Rows B-C ($153): Front balcony with minimal obstruction. Steeper angle shows full stage depth.
• Mezzanine Rear Right, Rows N-O ($153-188): Side mezzanine with good diagonal sightlines to proscenium.

Higher Tier Options (Premium Views)

• Mezzanine Front Center, Rows B-H ($343-430): The "golden zone" - perfect elevation and center alignment. Rows E-F offer ideal depth.
• Orchestra Front Right, Rows C-F ($343-567): Close proximity with slight angle. Excellent for viewing stage-right action.
• Orchestra Rear Center, Rows J-K ($554): Unobstructed straight-back views with good elevation.

Premium & Last-Minute Splurges

• Orchestra Front Center, Rows B-D ($813): Ultimate Broadway experience. Rows C-D balance proximity with full-stage visibility.
• Mezzanine Front Center, Row A ($430): Front mezzanine rail seats with unimpeded sightlines.
• Orchestra Center, Rows H-J ($646): Mid-orchestra perfection - close enough for facial expressions, far enough for full choreography.

View Considerations by Section

• Balcony: Rows A-C feel steep but clear; Rows D-H may have slight overhang. Center sections preferred.
• Mezzanine: Front rows (A-F) ideal. Rear mezzanine rows N-Q may have sound balance issues.
• Orchestra: Rows A-J best for intimacy. Beyond Row R requires binoculars for facial expressions.
• Side Sections: Right side (house left) better for "Sunset Blvd"'s key stage moments.

Pro Tips for "Sunset Blvd."

• Prioritize center sections - this production uses deep stage space effectively
• Mezzanine rows E-J offer the best balance of elevation and proximity
• Avoid extreme far side seats beyond Seat 15 in any section
• Balcony rows B-D provide surprising value for budget-conscious buyers

Current Best Availability

• Multiple pairs in Mezzanine Rear Center ($152-167)
• Single seats in Orchestra Front Right ($343)
• Groups of 4+ in Balcony Center ($115-153)