Plays (jerusalem) from first row mezz
Plays (jerusalem) from first row mezz
#1Plays (jerusalem) from first row mezz
Posted: 6/2/11 at 1:27am
I've never seen a play from the Mezz, I can't help but feel it might seem a bit disconnected, but maybe this isn't the case. Would you guys rather see this play from the front row mezz or the rear orchestra, for example?
Thanks!!
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#2Plays (jerusalem) from first row mezz
Posted: 6/2/11 at 1:30amI'm probably biased because I love the first row mezz in basically any situation, but I started out in the box for this play and ended up 8th row center orch, and obviously loved the orch better because the box was a bit obstructed, but I'd say that front row mezz would be good for this because it is a lot to take in. I'd say front row orch would be too close, and front row mezz is essentially a raised version of mid-orch, so that'd be better than rear orch. If my late-night rambling makes any sense...ha.
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#2Plays (jerusalem) from first row mezz
Posted: 6/2/11 at 8:24ammezz definitely. I feel more disconnected in the rear orch because you're still dealing with all of the people in front of you. Front row mezz it's you and the stage, just a bit higher up.
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#3Plays (jerusalem) from first row mezz
Posted: 6/2/11 at 9:02amI've sat in the mezzanine and the rear orchestra for Jerusalem and much prefer the mezzanine.
dumbosbigears
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#4Plays (jerusalem) from first row mezz
Posted: 6/2/11 at 6:00pm
I saw it from the first row of the mezzanine and it was incredible. It is an incredible view of all the action, and not once did I feel disconnected. I would suggest front row mezz to anyone, and would see it in those seats again in a heartbeat (although I would see that show in the nose bleed seats if that was the only option). The energy created by those actors in that show is astounding.
Also to add to what the others are saying: there are no obstructions in the front row of the mezzanine, while in the rear orchestra, you might be dealing with tall patrons sitting in front of you. Just a tip.
dramamama611
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#5Plays (jerusalem) from first row mezz
Posted: 6/2/11 at 6:04pm
I would think front row mezz would be great for this, or any show.
I find in my old age, I get pickier and pickier about my seats, especially for straight plays.
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