Swing Joined: 7/19/06
hey,
if anyone can give me a quick answer to this, i'd appreciate it.
i saw beauty and the beast about 10 yrs. ago and i haven't been in lunt fontanne in a long time. wanna take my (very short) 4 year old (no not too young, this will be 3rd b'way show) i saw tickets in c row on the aisle (aisle is always good for a 4 y.o. in case of unexpected potty trips. what are opinions? too close?
thanks
Too close.
But not because she's 4, because it's just too close for that show.
Swing Joined: 7/19/06
Better.
Swing Joined: 7/19/06
I actually like being "too close" so it's whatever floats your boat. The Lunt is pretty small but the first few rows aren't as "close" as everyone makes it seem.
Row L is definitely better. You can also always get a booster seat from the theater, just in case she can't see. You might also consider using diapers or training pants to reduce potty trips; I've done that with my son when I've taken him to the theater.
Broadway Star Joined: 10/14/06
too close? is there such a thing when seeing a show? I would think you would want to get as close as possible...
Broadway Legend Joined: 10/13/05
Depends on the show and preference. But really, sitting too close can obstruct your view (little heads floating about Upstage) or it can overwhelm you with the big picture. Sometimes the effects may be ruined for you because you'll easily see everything.
I've sat "close" plenty of times and don't recall seeing just "little heads."
Broadway Legend Joined: 10/13/05
I'm speaking generally.
ETA: Also, I said you may see them Upstage, aka, "the back of the stage" in lay terms. Granted, it doesn't happen at every show, it depends.
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