Westside Theatre Upstairs | Little Shop of Horrors Seating Guide & Best Value Tickets

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

This intimate off-Broadway theater offers excellent views from nearly every seat, but strategic selection can maximize your experience. Below is our expert breakdown of current ticket options with visual references and price-value analysis.

Best Value Tickets (Price + View Balance)

• Orchestra Left Row N ($131): Side-angle view but closest to stage at this price point. Perfect for budget-conscious fans who want proximity.
• Orchestra Left Row M ($152-153): One row closer than N with minimal price bump. The plant puppet's movements are clearly visible from this angle.
• Orchestra Center Row S ($190): First true center section seats. Elevated view avoids neck strain while maintaining full stage visibility.

Sweet Spot (Premium Visibility & Availability)

• Orchestra Center Rows P-M ($223-235): The theater's "golden zone" - close enough to see facial expressions but far enough to take in full puppet choreography. Rows M-L often release last-minute.
• Center Orchestra Rows K-L ($236): Direct sightlines to both the shop counter and puppet's feeding area. These often sell first during presales.

Higher Tier Options (Not the best deals)

• Orchestra Right Row B ($248): Extreme side section but front row. Actors frequently use this aisle during performances.
• Center Orchestra Rows G-D ($249-287): Premium center placement but diminishing returns on price-to-view ratio compared to rows K-M.

Premium/Last-Minute (For Special Occasions)

• Orchestra Center Rows B/A ($254-359): Front-center immersion. Row A may feel too close for some (puppet towers above you), but delivers unmatched intensity during feeding scenes.
• Orchestra Left Row C ($254): Surprisingly good diagonal view of key scenes. Actors face this direction during critical musical numbers.

View Differences by Section

• Center Orchestra: Unobstructed views of the entire puppet mechanism and all actor blocking. Best for first-time viewers.
• Orchestra Left: Superior view of Seymour's workbench and Audrey II's growth sequences. Preferred by repeat attendees.
• Orchestra Right: Better sightlines to dentist scenes and Audrey's costume changes. Unique perspective for photographers.

Pro Tips

• Rows F-J often have sudden price drops 48hrs before shows when production holds are released.
• Left sections (odd-numbered seats) have slightly better views of the plant's reveal mechanism.
• For matinees, center rows M-P avoid potential glare from the overhead greenhouse lighting.

Current Best Availability

As of now, the Orchestra Left Row M ($153) and Orchestra Center Row S ($190) offer the strongest combination of price, view quality, and ticket quantity (4+ available). For those seeking premium seats, Center Orchestra Row K ($236) has limited availability but exceptional value.