Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Seating/Pricing Thread

[Lauren2]

I don’t get the ticket release I got a 189 dollar ticket in Row J Seat 20 on July 15. Then I look on the 11th and they are selling 225 dollar ticket in Row A Seat 3 on the 11th? How does that make sense? Why didn’t they put that in before I would have paid for that!

[Wick3]

oswino said: "I have a quick question for those of you who have already seen the show. I'm looking at two dates, both similar seats, one is a Wednesday and the other a Thursday and Friday. In your opinion, is there any advantage in the experience inseeing them both on the same day, as opposed to seperate days?I'll be in a hotel nearby so travel isn't a factor, so just wondering for anyone who has seen it what they would prefer."

I've seen the Broadway production both on a 2-show day (Saturday) and separate days (Friday/Saturday -- first preview) and I slightly prefer to see the show on separate days. I know my friends who live in the NYC suburbs prefer to see it all in one day for commuting reasons.

The likelihood of getting the same cast for both parts is higher if you see both parts on the same day. For me, I loved the HP experience so much that it was great to wake up the next day knowing I'll be seeing part 2 of HP after work. I know it sounds silly but it makes a difference on my day.  

[dumphim]

oswino said: "I have a quick question for those of you who have already seen the show. I'm looking at two dates, both similar seats, one is a Wednesday and the other a Thursday and Friday. In your opinion, is there any advantage in the experience inseeing them both on the same day, as opposed to seperate days?I'll be in a hotel nearby so travel isn't a factor, so just wondering for anyone who has seen it what they would prefer."

The first time I saw it I did the double-header and I was so excited because I only had to wait a couple of hours to see what happened next. When I saw it on a Thursday/Friday it was like drawing out the experience - when I left on Thursday I knew I'd be able to come back the next day and experience the magic again. I think it's up to personal preference tbh

[willep]

Wick3 said: "oswino said: "I have a quick question for those of you who have already seen the show. I'm looking at two dates, both similar seats, one is a Wednesday and the other a Thursday and Friday. In your opinion, is there any advantage in the experience inseeing them both on the same day, as opposed to seperate days?I'll be in a hotel nearby so travel isn't a factor, so just wondering for anyone who has seen it what they would prefer."

I've seen the Broadway production both on a 2-show day (Saturday) and separate days (Friday/Saturday -- first preview) and I slightly prefer to see the show on separate days. I know my friends who live in the NYC suburbs prefer to see it all in one day for commuting reasons.

The likelihood of getting the same cast for both parts is higher if you see both parts on the same day. For me, I loved the HP experience so much that it was great to wake up the next day knowing I'll be seeing part 2 of HP after work. I know it sounds silly but it makes a difference on my day."

 

Agreed with this. I have seen it both ways and while, of course, it is still a lot of fun in one day, I really liked having that day to enjoy the high from seeing Part 1 and anticipating Part 2.

[Fosse76]

willep said: "Agreed with this. I have seen it both ways and while, of course, it is still a lot of fun in one day, I really liked having that day to enjoy the high from seeing Part 1 and anticipating Part 2."

I'm the opposite. I feel like the entire experience is more fulfilling in one day. The anticipation for the conclusion makes me crazy!

 

[hermionejuliet]

It is definitely personal preference. Some people don't want to do a matinee especially if they are from out of town and sightseeing. It can be a bit of a long day to see both parts, but it is also great to see the piece as a whole. I think it really depends on what your plans are for when you are in town and if you are used to and/or would enjoy a two show day. There are pros and cons to both experiences. I saw it all in one day the first time, and I definitely would have been driven crazy if I had to wait an entire day to see the rest of the show! 

[starcatchers]

Fosse76 said: "willep said: "Agreed with this. I have seen it both ways and while, of course, it is still a lot of fun in one day, I really liked having that day to enjoy the high from seeing Part 1 and anticipating Part 2."

I'm the opposite. I feel like the entire experience is more fulfilling in one day. The anticipation for the conclusion makes me crazy!

"

This was me. I could barely contain myself for the couple hours between the two shows. 

[TorontoBroadwayFan]

starcatchers said: "Fosse76 said: "willep said: "Agreed with this. I have seen it both ways and while, of course, it is still a lot of fun in one day, I really liked having that day to enjoy the high from seeing Part 1 and anticipating Part 2."

I'm the opposite. I feel like the entire experience is more fulfilling in one day. The anticipation for the conclusion makes me crazy!

"
Ditto! I also recommend the one day experience. Just a glorious experience!  
This was me. I could barely contain myself for the couple hours between the two shows."

 

[TorontoBroadwayFan]

I just returned a pair of $40 per part tickets for Sunday July 29. Balcony Row D. Hope someone on here is checking at this hour and gets them! 

[Relevance81491]

how long does it take for them show up?

[TorontoBroadwayFan]

I just officially returned them a few minutes ago so keep checking. They are Balcony row D seats 22-24. Good luck!

[mikey2573]

What should I do if I want to exchange tickets ?  I bought two tickets for Labor Day weekend for myself and my son in row U for about $150 each (x2 shows of course).  Now my other son wants to go.  I would like to see if I can buy 3 seats together, preferably for at the same price point and maybe closer than row U which I hear the overhang of the Dress Circle obstructs some effects.  Should I call the box office?  How are they about exchanging tickets? 

[phinasamaj]

Did Harry Potter deserve the tony?

[(Insert Clever Name)]

Which one? If all of them, YES! It’s more than a commercial show and they did a good job with it.

[KatieQuick]

hello! you guys have been so helpful in the past so figured I would put out feelers here in case anyone catches anything. I’m looking for 2 tickets for the weekend of July 20th, if anyone sees anything or is returning tickets please shoot me a message!

[azleafcat]

mikey2573 said: "What should I do if I want to exchange tickets ? I bought two tickets for Labor Day weekend for myself and my son in row U for about $150 each (x2 shows of course). Now my other son wants to go. I would like to see if I can buy 3 seats together, preferably for at the same price point and maybe closer than row U which I hear the overhang of the Dress Circle obstructs some effects. Should I call the box office? How are they about exchanging tickets?"

If you bought your tickets before May, exchanging or getting a refund may be possible.  If you bought your tickets after May (like me), you can’t get a refund or exchange them.

[HeatherAV]

There are some nice Orchestra seats (mostly Row R, 20 and up) available this Saturday at $165 per ticket.  These are normally $225 and good seats at this price.

[AmeliaBedelia]

Hi, everyone! I'm trying to decide between 3 different seat locations. Has anybody sat in or near any of these seats and if so do you have any pros and cons for each?

Balcony Row D, Seat 24 (all the way to the side): I've read that this seat has a railing obstructing the view, especially for shorter audience members. How bad is this obstruction? I'm 5'3" so I'm assuming the railing will really obstruct my view.

Orchestra Y, Seat 37 (also all the way off to the side): This one seemed great until I saw on A View From My Seat that there appears to be a large support column in row X of the orchestra.around seat 3. Does anyone know if this would block my view? I think maybe being just one row behind and all the way on the other side of the row, it might just be in my peripheral vision but I really am worried I'll be looking at a column the whole time. Are there any other disadvantages to sitting in this area?

Balcony H, seat 17  (4th seat in from the side): The photos I've seen from this area look much better than I thought they would since this is about as far away from the stage as anyone can sit. Right now, this is still my last choice though. Only keeping it in mind in case the other two seats really are truly awful.

Any opinions on which of these seats would be best?

[PalJoey]

 

PalJoey said: "PalJoey said: "Orchestra Row T, seats 5, 7, 9, and 11 available. Thursday July 12 and Friday the 13th! PM me."

One gone. Three left."

 

All gone! Thanks and congrats to the lucky buyers!

 

 

[Myshmoopsiepoo]

AmeliaBedelia said: "Hi, everyone! I'm trying to decide between 3 different seat locations. Has anybody sat in or near any of these seats and if so do you have any pros and cons for each?

Balcony Row D, Seat 24 (all the way to the side): I've read that this seat has a railing obstructing the view, especially for shorter audience members.How bad is this obstruction? I'm 5'3" so I'massuming the railing will really obstruct my view.

Orchestra Y, Seat 37 (also all the way off to the side): This one seemed great until I saw on A View From My Seat that there appears to be a large support column in row X of the orchestra.around seat 3. Does anyone know if this would block my view? I think maybe being just one row behind and all the way on the other side of the row, it might just be in my peripheral vision but I really am worried I'll be looking at a column the whole time. Are there any other disadvantages to sitting in this area?

Balcony H, seat 17 (4th seat in from the side): The photos I've seen from this area look much better than I thought they would since this is about as far away from the stage as anyone can sit. Right now, this is still my last choice though. Only keeping it in mind in case the other two seats really are truly awful.

Any opinions on which of these seats would be best?"

I've sat on the side balcony row E, same height as you, I did find the railing a bit distracting and did obstruct view a bit.

[CT2NYC]

AmeliaBedelia said: "Hi, everyone! I'm trying to decide between 3 different seat locations. Has anybody sat in or near any of these seats and if so do you have any pros and cons for each?

Balcony Row D, Seat 24 (all the way to the side): I've read that this seat has a railing obstructing the view, especially for shorter audience members.How bad is this obstruction? I'm 5'3" so I'massuming the railing will really obstruct my view.

Orchestra Y, Seat 37 (also all the way off to the side): This one seemed great until I saw on A View From My Seat that there appears to be a large support column in row X of the orchestra.around seat 3. Does anyone know if this would block my view? I think maybe being just one row behind and all the way on the other side of the row, it might just be in my peripheral vision but I really am worried I'll be looking at a column the whole time. Are there any other disadvantages to sitting in this area?

Balcony H, seat 17 (4th seat in from the side): The photos I've seen from this area look much better than I thought they would since this is about as far away from the stage as anyone can sit. Right now, this is still my last choice though. Only keeping it in mind in case the other two seats really are truly awful.

Any opinions on which of these seats would be best?"

I'd say Y 37. The support poles in the rear orchestra will not obstruct your view at all. Of the 3, it definitely has the closest view of the stage. Other pros are that it's an aisle seat, and the rows in the rear orchestra are tiered, which is good for a shorter person. The main con is that the dress circle overhang will obstruct some of the large-scale effects, but I don't think it will affect your enjoyment of the show. Honestly, though, between the 2 balcony seats, I would choose row H over row D, simply because of the railing. You'll have to use a booster in row D, and, even with it, there's no guarantee that you won't have problems anyway, because I've heard that the people in row C tend to lean forward. In row H, the railing isn't an issue, and, if need be, you can sit forward in your seat as far as you want without bothering anyone behind you, since it's the last row. I sat in row H center, and I loved it. The main pro for the balcony seats is that you'd have a spectacular view of the effects that are obstructed in orchestra row Y. 

[Notreallysilent 2]

I’d also go with row y. I sat in row x and could say the overhang did not cover anything that happened on stage. You could still see everything even most of the top of the stage. I can’t speak for the pole though. Row h of the balcony was a great seat as well, and provides a great Arial look at everything, but is a bit far away. Row y in the orchestra will be closer, so I’d definitely go with that.

[CT2NYC]

Some awesome front orchestra seats available on Ticketmaster for next Wednesday, 7/11. Orchestra A 3, J 23, & J 24, $130 per part.

[LxGstv]

Are they no longer selling the $20-$40 tickets during the summer? When did that happen?

[Lauren2]

Where did you see that because I didn't and I looked right after you posted it.