Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Seating/Pricing Thread — Page 84

Hi all! Just wanted to share that some pretty awesome seats were just released for next Wednesdays (August) 2-part marathon. Was able to score 2 seats in Row C of the center dress circle for $130 a part each.

Hello everyone!

I finally booked my flight to NYC from December 12 to 16... and I am DYING to see Cursed Child. I had originally ruled it out as a possibility because I thought it would be completely sold out, but I'm noticing that tickets are apparently still available, and also noticed on this thread that some tickets sell for cheaper in about a month's window before a performance... now I also understand that the dates of my trip are much busier for Broadway compared to August/September... but I was wondering if anybody here could help me know just how much more demand should I expect, or any other tips on getting tickets that aren't completely crazy priced (other than the Friday 40).



Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!

gaft24 said: "Hello everyone!

I finally booked my flight to NYC from December 12to 16... and I am DYING to see Cursed Child.I had originally ruled it out as a possibility because I thought it would be completely sold out, but I'm noticing that tickets are apparently still available, and also noticed on this thread that some tickets sell for cheaper in about a month's window before a performance... now I also understand that the dates of my trip are much busier for Broadway compared to August/September... but I was wondering if anybody here could help me know just how much more demand should I expect, or any other tips on getting tickets that aren't completely crazy priced (other than the Friday 40).



Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!"



Hi there! As someone who has seen the show a bunch of times now, I just wanted to share my two cents. I have been really surprised with the availability of tickets over these busy summer months. It appears you can basically always get a ticket for $160 or $180, but the $130 seats are the ones that become available a week or so before performances.

It's impossible to say what the Box Office will be doing in December, but if I had to guess, I imagine it'll stay similar to what is currently happening. They're obviously holding back a lot of seats, knowing demand is high and wanting to accommodate a wide range of people.

My prediction is that in September and October, it may become easier again to get extremely last minute $20/$40/$80 tickets, which is what was happening through all of March, April, and May, but has since stopped. I would imagine that with the holidays, they'll drop that system again in November, and go back to the current system.

My recommendation would be to hold off for a bit, but probably buy the tickets in the fall. Even if you buy a seat at $160 or $180 each, the best deal you're likely to get in December is $130. At the end of the day, that's a small price to pay for some peace of mind.

(Side note - if you have any colleagues in NYC, I really recommend buying directly from the box office. A few of the times I've seen the show, I've scoped out tickets (religiously) online, and then gone to the Box Office. The price range is always the same, but they always offer me better seats than Ticketmaster gives me. Like 3rd row mezz at $180 instead of the 8th row that was available on Ticketmaster.)

Best of luck. Enjoy the shows!! Wizzo Wizzo!

VotePeron said:

Hi there! As someone who has seen the show a bunch of times now, I just wanted to share my two cents. I have been really surprised with the availability of tickets over these busy summer months. It appears you can basically always get a ticket for $160 or $180, but the $130 seats are the ones that become available a week or so before performances.

It's impossible to say what the Box Office will be doing in December, but if I had to guess, I imagine it'll stay similar to what is currently happening. They're obviously holding back a lot of seats, knowing demand is high and wanting to accommodate a wide range of people.

My prediction is that in September and October, it may become easier again to get extremely last minute $20/$40/$80 tickets, which is what was happening through all of March, April, and May, but has since stopped. I would imagine that with the holidays, they'll drop that system again in November, and go back to the current system.

My recommendation would be to hold off for a bit, but probably buy the tickets in the fall. Even if you buy a seat at $160 or $180 each, the best deal you're likely to get in December is $130. At the end of the day, that's a small price to pay for some peace of mind.

(Side note - if you have any colleagues in NYC, I really recommend buying directly from the box office. A few of the times I've seen the show, I've scoped out tickets (religiously) online, and then gone to the Box Office. The price range is always the same, but they always offer me better seats than Ticketmaster gives me. Like 3rd row mezz at $180 instead of the 8th row that was available on Ticketmaster.)

Best of luck. Enjoy the shows!! Wizzo Wizzo!"

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I really appreciate this!!!! Fingers crossed!

apetricc12 said: "Typically, I like to sit close, but I think I would rather sit at least 10 rows back due to the number of special effects. I’ve been looking around and found a couple
of dates that have Orchestra Left Row O, Seats 1 and 3.

They seem like they are quite good, but wanted to get your opinions."

Those seats should be pretty good. Maybe a bit far back for my taste (like you, I also generally prefer to be close, because I like to be able to see facial expressions and small details), but the Dress Circle overhang is at row Q, so your view of the house at the end of Part 1 should not be obscured and you'll have a great view down the center aisle.

My mom and I saw the show July 1 from orchestra far right (seat #s in the 30s) under the overhang row v, so we only missed one part (those who've seen the show know what I mean). Was happy to see being that far right we missed no side stage action.

We are seeing it again Sept 1, orchestra row A seats 1 & 3. I'm so excited to be up there, I've never sat that close before for a show! Paid a pretty penny (premium price), but I cannot wait!

Updated On: 7/27/18 at 10:36 PM

Lauren2 said: "I have seen the show and I am curious what you miss if you are in Row A?"

You miss anything that's close to the stage floor and/or towards the rear of the stage, such as the fireplace in McGonagall's office. I was in row AA, and it was also difficult to see Hermione and Harry at the top of the stairs during the meetings at the Ministry of Magic, since the other actors were standing right in front of me. I had seen the show before, though, so I didn't care. If I could see the show from row AA every time, I would.

Lauren2 said: "Oh really? The fireplace is one of my favorite parts! Would a booster seat help? I think it would be perfect for most of Albus and Scorpius scenes tho. Especially the lake one you are right there. I was in Row J to the right and it was great but I just think being front row would be like nothing else. I am planning on coming up again and getting tickets I just can’t spend that much again. I mean I will do the Friday forty but this is a small chance I will win. "

Eh. I'm under 5 ft and I didn't need a booster. Plus, the rake isn't that great in the first couple of rows so you'll probably be blocking others behind you if you use one & you really don't need one.

I sat on Row A Seat 9 which is after the row in front (Row AA) ended so you have dead space in front of you before the actual stage. You're close and have a clear view of the stage but you don't feel like you're right on top of it like Row AA.

WickedLinds said: "I sat in row A, having seen the show before and knew what the parts were I was missing (not really a big deal anyways), and freaking loved it!!"

Awesome! Purely for curiosity reasons, and to prepare my mother beforehand haha, what did you miss sitting there? You can PM me if it's spoiler related :)