Dear Evan Hansen seating options- Page 2

[Lot666]

Posted: 7/21/17 at 8:08am

I recently managed to grab right orchestra row F, seats 18-20, for a late August performance. These tickets just showed up on Telecharge out of the blue. Being the last seats at the far end of the row, does anyone know if we'll have an obstructed view? I've read the earlier posts in this thread and some have mentioned problems with the first couple of rows, but my seats are in row F.

The tickets were priced at $199 each, which is less than half the price of the other seats that are currently showing up at the last minute (seems like everything has been $450 lately). I'm trying to decide whether I should keep watching for something more central (and obviously much more expensive) to become available, or keep what I have because the added cost would be so substantial. Any thoughts on whether it would be worth the money to move closer in? I've seen the show once before, but my husband has not.

[lctrodgers]

Posted: 7/21/17 at 1:52pm

Lot666 said: "I recently managed to grab right orchestra row F, seats 18-20, for a late August performance. These tickets just showed up on Telecharge out of the blue. Being the last seats at the far end of the row, does anyone know if we'll have an obstructed view?"

 

I sat in these exact seats on Tuesday night.

 

I had seen the show before, so I let my dad have seat 18 for a tiny bit better view. You miss some of the projections on far stage left since the side of the stage is cut off a bit, and I missed Connor on stage during 'Words Fail' when the family walks off, but my dad in seat 18 could see him. You miss Ben's face in the beginning of 'For Forever' because Zoe is between you and him, and you miss Cynthia on the back bed during 'Requiem.' That's all I can remember missing. Because I've seen it before, it didn't bug me. I'd let the other person sit in seat 18 and you sit in 20. 

The PROS to these seats? Oh man. Ben spends so much more time on that side of the stage than I remembered. And you get THE BEST views during the climax of the play, he is facing your direction during 'Words Fail' because of his position in regards to the Murphys during the song.

I'd sit in those seats again in a heartbeat.

 

 

[Lot666]

Posted: 7/22/17 at 9:59am

lctrodgers said: "I'd sit in those seats again in a heartbeat."

Thanks so much for sharing your experience! If you'd had the opportunity to upgrade to center orchestra, would you have done it (given the cost differential)?

[broadwaynerdnewbie]

Posted: 8/9/17 at 2:48pm

So I'm new? I just purchased tickets for this show and I was wondering if anyone knew how good of a seat Orchestra row L, seat 19 is?

Thanks!

[carlybarn]

Posted: 8/9/17 at 4:14pm

broadwaynerdnewbie said: "So I'm new? I just purchased tickets for this show and I was wondering if anyone knew how good of a seat Orchestra row L, seat 19 is?

Thanks!

 

"

I sat in orchestra side row M seats 13-15 and the seats were amazing. I think your seats will be great!

[Rakstovall]

Posted: 8/9/17 at 11:21pm

Hello--long time follower on these threads, first time poster! I have tickets for Mezzanine Row A, seats 24 and 26 marked partial view (all the way to the right), I believe because of the sound system in the right box. This is our first time seeing the show and they're the only tickets I could get so I'm just wondering if anyone knows how partial the view is? We wayyyy overpaid for these seats (grrr Stubhub), so I'm just trying to set my expectations. Sorry if this particular question has already been asked/answered!

[ajeanne35]

Posted: 8/10/17 at 5:57pm

Rakstovall said: "Hello--long time follower on these threads, first time poster! I have tickets for Mezzanine Row A, seats 24 and 26 marked partial view (all the way to the right), I believe because of the sound system in the right box. This is our first time seeing the show and they're the only tickets I could get so I'm just wondering if anyone knows how partial the view is? We wayyyy overpaid for these seats (grrr Stubhub), so I'm just trying to set my expectations. Sorry if this particular question has already been asked/answered!

 

" I second this person's question because I recently bought tickets for those exact seats on August 20th! 

 

[ajeanne35]

Posted: 8/10/17 at 5:57pm

Rakstovall said: "Hello--long time follower on these threads, first time poster! I have tickets for Mezzanine Row A, seats 24 and 26 marked partial view (all the way to the right), I believe because of the sound system in the right box. This is our first time seeing the show and they're the only tickets I could get so I'm just wondering if anyone knows how partial the view is? We wayyyy overpaid for these seats (grrr Stubhub), so I'm just trying to set my expectations. Sorry if this particular question has already been asked/answered!

 

" I second this person's question because I recently bought tickets for those exact seats on August 20th! 

 

[Miles2Go2]

Posted: 8/11/17 at 2:10am

Last month I was lucky enough to purchase a ticket for the November 8th 8:00 p.m. performance. My seat is Mezzanine Row C, Seat 12. Good seat?

Also, what should I expect in regards to legroom? I'm a tall guy who sometimes suffers from knee pain especially after walking all over NYC. I actually cried from knee pain when I saw the last revival of Cabaret - ticket bought at TKTS - I was in the Balcony I believe. I actually had to get up during the first act and stand at the entryway. I hated to do that and disrupt others' momentary enjoyment of the show, but I couldn't tolerate the pain one more minute. During intermission the ushers were able to secure me an aisle seat for the remainder of the show. I had a similar experience during Hamilton when I saw it two years ago. Paid through the nose (although now those prices seem almost reasonable) through hotel concierge for nosebleed seats in balcony with almost zero legroom. I toughed it out and despite the discomfort, Ham remains my favorite Broadway experience. So I know I'll enjoy DEH regardless, but would like to know what to expect regarding this seating area's view and legroom. I usually try to get aisle seats but it's not always feasible. I saw Pippin at this theater. I don't recall it being an aisle seat, but was in the orchestra and don't recall any problems with legroom. 

Thanks in advance for any helpful replies. 

Updated On: 8/11/17 at 02:10 AM

[Melanie73]

Posted: 8/11/17 at 10:54am

When I saw DEH, a tall person who was having trouble with the legroom came down at intermission and asked an usher if there was anything to be done.  I was watching the show SRO that day, and I happened to be standing right next to them (at my spot) when this conversation was going on.  The usher asked the man if he wanted to switch spots with an SRO person, and he said yes, so I got his seat, and he got my SRO spot!  So IF you end up too uncomfortable, that may be an option for you!  Enjoy the show!

[Miles2Go2]

Posted: 8/11/17 at 11:20am

Thanks! That sounds like a great option if it comes to that. I know I'll have a fantastic time either way. Thanks again!

[mburgess]

Posted: 8/11/17 at 11:55am

Anyone know how partial view the aisle of center orch is? Specifically row A seat 114. Thinking about getting that seat for later this month because I like being close but not sure how bad it might be since it says its partial view. 

Updated On: 8/11/17 at 11:55 AM

[ijest22]

Posted: 8/11/17 at 2:32pm

mburgess said: "Anyone know how partial view the aisle of center orch is? Specifically row A seat 114. Thinking about getting that seat for later this month because I like being close but not sure how bad it might be since it says its partial view. 

 

"

It's a great seat.  occasionally the bed will block Ben's face, and you have to look up all the time.  you can't see the screens that well, but otherwise it's great   A lot of the action  takes place right in front of you  

 

[Miles2Go2]

Posted: 8/11/17 at 2:38pm

Anyone else know about view and legroom from this seat? It would appear I'd have a great vantage point. 

[CT2NYC]

Posted: 8/11/17 at 2:50pm

mburgess said: "Anyone know how partial view the aisle of center orch is? Specifically row A seat 114. Thinking about getting that seat for later this month because I like being close but not sure how bad it might be since it says its partial view. 

I sat in that exact seat when I saw the show during previews. Back then, it wasn't sold as a partial view, but I got it for 50% off at TKTS, so I couldn't complain. That being said, the stage is high, and the front row is very close to it, so you'll be looking up the entire time. I don't remember missing anything significant, since just about all of the action and dialogue takes place downstage, but I couldn't see the actors' feet unless they were at the lip of the stage, and anything going on towards the rear of the stage was pretty much lost. Even though it was great to see Ben Platt's physical performance up close, I wouldn't want to sit there again. It's just too uncomfortable.

 

Updated On: 8/11/17 at 02:50 PM

[Yankees02]

Posted: 9/6/17 at 6:26pm

sitting in row b of the mezzanine on the aisle next week, i'm 6'2 so are my knees going to be killing me the next day?? hoping for a bit of legroom for my one leg not on the aisle

[youwillbefound2]

Posted: 9/6/17 at 7:28pm

Does anyone know anything about mezzanine row B stage right, seats 26-28? They are marked as partial view.

[CT2NYC]

Posted: 9/6/17 at 7:50pm

youwillbefound2 said: "Does anyone know anything about mezzanine row B stage right, seats 26-28? They are marked as partial view."

This is the view from seat C 24. As you can see, the control board is the obstruction in the far right mezzanine. I don't know anyone who's sat there, so I can't comment on the view from the last 2 seats in the row.

https://aviewfrommyseat.com/photo/76334/Music+Box+Theatre/section-RIGHT+MEZZANINE/row-C/seat-24/

[lucas42]

Posted: 9/9/17 at 9:35pm

I'll be in NY in the next few weeks and was surprised with tickets to the show.  I was given a choice between right orch k8 and right mezz b10.  They sound about the same distance apart since the mezz at row j.  So, do I want to look more direct at the stage or view it from above which I hear gives a better overall view of the projections and the show?  This is will the first and probably only time I see the show unless I see it on tour someday.

Anyone have some advice or comments?

[ringofkeys2]

Posted: 9/9/17 at 10:15pm

Miles2Go2 said: "Last month I was lucky enoughto purchase a ticket for the November 8th8:00 p.m. performance. My seat is Mezzanine Row C, Seat 12. Good seat?"

I've got the same seat for the end of this month - very excited to see the show!

Also, can anyone comment on Right Orch, Row G - Seat 12? Thanks in advance! 

[mtl718]

Posted: 12/12/17 at 1:47pm

Hi all! I know all seats are great, but can I ask for your advice? I have the following options:
ORCH Rows G-L 10-12 are all available (an odd stripe of seats - any reason for that?). Or MEZZ A6-8 or MEZZ A5-7. Thank you all for your great advice!!!

[CT2NYC]

Posted: 12/12/17 at 2:09pm

mtl718 said: "Hi all! I know all seats are great, but can I ask for your advice? I have the following options:
ORCH Rows G-L 10-12 are all available (an odd stripe of seats - any reason for that?). Or MEZZ A6-8 or MEZZ A5-7. Thank you all for your great advice!!!"

Personally, I would choose the mezzanine, specifically A 6-8. You really can't go wrong with those seats. The theatre is quite small, so the mezzanine is really close to the stage. There's very little incline in the orchestra before row O, so there's always a chance that a tall person or a big head/hair will block your view down there.

Updated On: 12/12/17 at 02:09 PM

[mtl718]

Posted: 12/12/17 at 4:48pm

CT2NYC said: "There's very little incline in the orchestra before row O, so there's always a chance that a tall person ora big head/hair will block your view down there."

Thanks - because I'm short! :)

[ncgator]

Posted: 12/12/17 at 5:48pm

Hey, just a heads-up - a bunch of very good non-premium orchestra seats available for this Saturday matinee.  I just picked up two on the center aisle.

[Miles2Go2]

Posted: 12/12/17 at 9:34pm

Personally, I’d probably recommend Orchestra. I saw it for the first time last month and at the time was lucky to get a ticket in the front mezzanine for $250 which was about the most I had budgeted for it. Enjoyed the show a lot but feel like I would’ve been even more engrossed if I had been closer to the stage. I do want to see the Show again on my next NYC vacation but next time I will make sure I’m sitting orchestra. Of course, with Ben now having left the show I suspect tickets will become hopefully more reasonably priced eventually. .