To get a premium view for a cheaper price, why not book tickets next to premium seats? The view will be almost identical, but you could use the money you save to buy tickets for more productions. Sometimes called the Royal Circle, this is often the middle level in an auditorium, or in theatres where there are only two, it is the top level. Taking advantage of the higher, cheaper seats in the circle can make for a great theatre experience without blowing your budget on tickets.
Also referred to as the Grand Circle, this is the third level of seating in an auditorium. If you purchase upper circle tickets, you may not be able to see the facial expressions of those on stage, however the grandeur of a West End production will carry to the highest seats in a theatre. Sitting at the top of the auditorium, gallery seats are the fourth level of seating and are furthest away from the action, but will often be the cheapest seats in the theatre.
Unlike theatres having a common set of seats between them, each West End theatre will have their own range of restricted seat, based on safety rails, overhangs or sight lines.
Restricted views may change depending on the production in a theatre, but sitting in these seats can often be a great way to find a cheaper ticket. Typically found on the same level as the dress circle, sitting in a box brings its own benefits.
Also known as a loge or loggia, boxes are an excellent seating choice for those in a small group, as they allow you to sit close together without any other members of the public next to you. Sitting in your own space does mean that box tickets typically cost more, however a box seat allows you to tailor your live experience to your own needs, causing less interference for those around you.
The section closest to the stage and the only one not elevated, orchestra is arguably the most popular too. Offering a mostly unobstructed view of the stage, orchestra seats are some of the most coveted and expensive seats in any theater. Having sat in them, they have advantages and disadvantages. Box seats are often limited view seats , and you will be getting more of a side view of the stage. Boxes were designed so those sitting in them could be seen by the general audience, they are a luxury, but do not offer the best views of the performance.
Stall standing is floor and is standing only. Overall, I'd say yes, balcony seats are worth it. Again in general, the first four or five rows of the balcony are usually as good or better than rear orchestra seats. In some situations, like dance-heavy shows, almost all of the mezzanine is better than the front of the orchestra. Wear : your Sunday best ish But going to the theater is supposed to be a special treat, and many theaters are old and grand; dressing down just doesn't feel right when you 're in a stately, beautiful building.
Don a pair of dress pants and a collared shirt or sweater, or wear a dress or skirt ensemble. The best row will be the center row and the four rows behind it this places you about one-half to two-thirds back.
The stalls are located on the ground floor, directly in front of the stage. If you are in the circle, you can look down on the stalls. Restricted View Seats Often, the view isn't as bad as it sounds like on paper, and so buying these seats are very much worth it.
You may also get moved to a better seat if the auditorium isn't full! The Loge Level , which includes all the Level sections, is one of the smaller areas of the stadium. Its sections give a more aerial-oriented view of the performance on stage.
The two seating areas, where you watch the show, are in the Auditorium and are called Circle and Stalls ; these are theatrical terms for the upstairs and downstairs areas. Is it better to sit in stalls or circle? Category: fine art theater. As a rule rows in the stalls tend to offer the best views. The dress circle — Also sometimes called the Royal Circle , first balcony or mezzanine, the dress circle is the next tier of seating above the stalls. Install the app.
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You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly. You should upgrade or use an alternative browser. Thread starter arxilaxis Start date May 13, Hi everybody, Can any of you tell me what the difference is between "stalls" and "circle" in a theatre??
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