Westside Theatre Upstairs | Little Shop of Horrors Seating Guide – Best Views & Ticket Deals

Smart Seat Selection for "Little Shop of Horrors" at Westside Theatre Upstairs

This intimate off-Broadway theater offers excellent sightlines throughout, but strategic seat selection can enhance your experience. Here's our expert breakdown of current ticket options for this cult-classic musical, with recommendations based on value, view quality, and availability.

Best Value Tickets (Price + View Balance)

• Orchestra Right/Left Row L ($131-$153): Side sections but excellent angled view of the stage. Only 12 rows back in this intimate venue. The $131 pair is particularly well-priced.
• Orchestra Center Row S ($190): True center section about halfway back - perfect balance of price and prime viewing position.

Sweet Spot (Good Availability & Price)

• Orchestra Center Rows M-P ($223-$235): Closer to the stage than Row S but still reasonably priced. Row M is slightly better value than P at only $12 more.
• Center Orchestra Row K ($236): Excellent proximity (11th row) with full-stage visibility. Only $1 more than side sections in same row.

Higher Tier Options (Not the best deals)

• Rows B-C ($248-$254): Very close but priced at premium levels. Side sections in these rows may have slightly obstructed views of far-side action.
• Center Orchestra Row G ($249): Good seats but only $13 cheaper than closer Row K - questionable value.

Premium or Last-Minute Splurges

• Orchestra Center Rows D ($287): 4th row center - you'll see every facial expression but at 2x the price of good mid-orchestra seats.
• Center Orchestra Row A ($359): Front row comes with potential neck strain in this shallow-rake theater. Only recommended for die-hard fans wanting ultimate proximity.

View Differences & Recommendations

• Side vs Center: Side sections (Left/Right) beyond Row K may miss some upstage action. Center sections maintain perfect sightlines throughout.
• Row Depth: Rows A-D (1-4) are extremely close - best for those who want actor proximity over full-stage perspective. Rows L-S (12-19) offer ideal overview of the production.
• Best Overall Value: The $131 Orchestra Right Row L tickets (if still available) or $190 Orchestra Center Row S provide 90% of the experience at half the price of premium seats.
• Group Tip: Multiple tickets are available in Row L side sections ($152-153) - great option for groups wanting to sit together.

Theatre Layout Notes

The Westside Theatre Upstairs is a compact 270-seat venue with shallow rake, meaning:
- Front rows are very close to the stage (may require looking up)
- Even "rear" orchestra seats are only about 50 feet from the stage
- No true obstructed views, but extreme side seats may miss some staging

Final Recommendation

For most attendees, we recommend the $190 Orchestra Center Row S tickets as the ideal balance of price and viewing experience. Those on a tighter budget will still enjoy excellent views from the $131 Orchestra Right Row L seats. Only splurge on premium rows if actor proximity is your top priority.