Posted: 3/26/26 at 8:51pm
I've been looking at tickets for an April trip. The first few rows of the Mezz are significantly cheaper than the corresponding seats in the orchestra under the mezz. Does anyone know why? I realize folks haven't seen the show yet, so we don't know much about how it's staged. I've never sat in the mezz at this theatre. Is it really bad?
Posted: 3/26/26 at 9:58pm
CJRochester said: "I've been looking at tickets for an April trip. The first few rows of the Mezz are significantly cheaper than the corresponding seats in the orchestra underthe mezz. Does anyone know why? I realize folks haven't seen the show yet, so we don't know much about how it's staged. I've never sat in the mezz at this theatre. Is it really bad?"
Front mezzanine seats in the Palace Theatre are really excellent, closed to the stage than many theatres. I have always thought that the Lunt Fontanne, /st. James and Palace had the best Front Mezz seats of any of the big musical theatres.
Posted: 3/27/26 at 7:57am
I bought front row mezz which was less $ than 2nd row but had a disclaimer about limited leg room (if that's an issue for you)
Posted: 3/27/26 at 9:49am
What about the cheaper seats in the second row orchestra? They say partial view, but from what I remember from Tammy Faye, I could still see everything. Obviously the design could be different, but I'm wondering if that discount would be worth it. Anyone have any thoughts?
Posted: 3/27/26 at 10:00am
The seat I bought for Saturday is one of the partial views in the orchestra. I actually did the chat function with Broadway Direct when making my purchase and the agent told me I'd only miss entrances and exits per the production.
I also used View from My Seat to compare a bunch of options as well.
Posted: 3/27/26 at 10:02am
ClumsyDude15 said: "
I also used View from My Seat to compare a bunch of options as well."
seatplan.com is also a very good resource. I find better information on there than on AVfMS many times.
Posted: 3/27/26 at 10:09am
ClumsyDude15 said: "The seat I bought for Saturday is one of the partial views in the orchestra. I actually did the chat function with Broadway Direct when making my purchase and the agent told me I'd only miss entrances and exits per the production.
I also used View from My Seat to compare a bunch of options as well."
Thanks! I think for the price I might grab those when they open up for my date in May. My other option is front row mezz, but I'm 6'2 and I'm worried about legroom since they actually call it out.
Posted: 3/27/26 at 10:12am
You're so welcome! I totally can relate as I'm a taller and bigger guy so having leg room and not feeling squished is worth paying a little more.
Posted: 3/27/26 at 12:40pm
A 15-piece orchestra will be music directed by Julie McBride. Orchestrations are by Ethan Popp and The Rescues.
Cast members Dean Maupin, Brian Flores, and Sean Grandillo are also listed as actor-musicians.
Posted: 3/27/26 at 12:42pm
The website lists a runtime of approximately 2:30, including a 15-minute intermission.
Posted: 3/27/26 at 3:51pm
Thanks for all the feedback on seats. I'm tall as well and saw the warning about legroom in the first row. I purchased an aisle seat 2nd row mezz. Looking forward to the show!
Posted: 3/27/26 at 7:50pm
Looking forward to hearing word back as well. Given the size of the Palace Theater - for those that have seen - where would be great seats?
Posted: 3/27/26 at 7:57pm
Ensemble1665759202 said: "First photos!https://www.instagram.com/p/DWZ_6kgFEh8/?img_index=1"
Oooofahhhhh
Posted: 3/27/26 at 7:59pm
This is my friend’s vantage from the front of the balcony
Posted: 3/27/26 at 9:56pm
It's currently intermission - this is INCREDIBLE. The set, the music, the flying. Damn.
Posted: 3/27/26 at 10:02pm
Agree!! And I really did not care for the outsiders … this is really great so far. What a lovely surprise 😍
Posted: 3/27/26 at 11:19pm
Ensemble1665759202 said: "It's currently intermission- this is INCREDIBLE. The set, the music, the flying. Damn."
LoL Jan
Posted: 3/27/26 at 11:24pm
DiscoCrows said: "The scaffolded proscenium is such a cool look"
Like every "rock band" musical out there.
Posted: 3/27/26 at 11:31pm
WldKingdomHM said: "Ensemble1665759202 said: "It's currently intermission- this is INCREDIBLE. The set, the music, the flying. Damn."
LoL Jan"
Idk what this slang means.
Wonderful show. One hold during act 2 which was resolved relatively quickly. Highly recommend!
Posted: 3/27/26 at 11:33pm
Ensemble1665759202 said: "WldKingdomHM said: "Ensemble1665759202 said: "It's currently intermission- this is INCREDIBLE. The set, the music, the flying. Damn."
LoL Jan"
Idk what this slang means.
Wonderful show. One hold during act 2 which was resolved relatively quickly. Highly recommend!"
Well that’s good to hear…the last time I remember having a quick hold during a show in its first preview was coincidentally Maybe Happy Ending (also directed by Michael Arden)
can’t wait to hear first reactions
Posted: 3/27/26 at 11:38pm
They seem mixed over on reddit. Cool visuals with Stranger Things doing similar much better? ( the flying?). Mixed on the cast. The amount of sappy ballads and the music in general seem the downfall and worst elements.
surprisingly seeing many pleasantly surprised by Beaches, Vosk and the Little Cee Cee.
Updated On: 3/27/26 at 11:38 PM
Posted: 3/27/26 at 11:41pm
CoffeeBreak said: "They seem mixed over on reddit. Cool visuals with Stranger Things doing similar much better? (the flying?). Mixed on the cast. The amount of sappy ballads and the music in general seem the downfall and worst elements.
surprisingly seeing many pleasantly surprised by Beaches, Vosk and the Little Cee Cee."
Dude just go actually see this show, you might love it!
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