Originally Posted By Mr X Sorry, I'm not sure which section to throw this into, as it's a Cirque question about the Tokyo show (I'll link this to the Tokyo section), but I'm hoping to hear from any experts Cirque folks about ideal seating. I am purchasing tickets (for a friend) in less than 24 hours from now so I was hoping to grab as much input as possible. Put simply, I'm charged with getting the "best" seat, but they don't want me to pay premium price lol. I'm thinking the front row or the front few rows of the "regular" section might be okay, if possible, but I'm writing here to see if anyone has any secret hints or ideas that might make my choice a smarter one. Keep in mind, I know NOTHING about Cirque, but I've been told that "too close" is not so good anyway, so I'm thinking the expensive seats might not be worth the extra hundred bucks anyway. Here's the seating chart in question... <a href="http://www.zed.co.jp/ticket/information_en.php" target="_blank">http://www.zed.co.jp/ticket/in...n_en.php</a> Thanks in advance for any and all advice!
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo I am not sure about Zed, but we have seen about 10 other CDS shows. My gut says either the middle Front View seats or lower middle regular seats would probably be best option. We have seen Saltimbanco 3 times, once in the gods, once in the normal seats, and once ring side. The best view was actually the normal seats.
Originally Posted By MagicalNezumi Our seats for ZED were in the regular section very near the mixing board. We thought it was a fantastic view. -- MagicalNezumi
Originally Posted By beamerdog I'm not sure about Zed, but for the best view, sit about 4-5 rows up. That being said, if you're in the front middle, the entertainers very often interact with you. I've never had a bad seat for a CDS performance, even in the back section of Mystere.
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 Since Premium is out, often the performers go into the aisles so an aisle seat would be cool if they don't mind other people walking over them to get to their seats
Originally Posted By paulyahoo When I recently ordered my tickets I was advised that "you want to seat a little further so you can see the high wire and trapeze acts."
Originally Posted By beamerdog p.s. Handicapped seats are always on the front row in the end sections at a GREATLY reduced price. (for those who might need those seats)
Originally Posted By RoadTrip <<or lower middle regular seats would probably be best option.>> Those are the seats we usually try to get when we see Cirque. When we saw Mystere in Vegas the only tickets they had available were far left "front view" seats. We saw OK but that would be my last choice of location.
Originally Posted By Malin If the venue for Zed is similar in design to La Nouba, I would say either the front or middle sections will offer the best views. These buildings are designed to give everyone a good view anyway. I have myself booked for Regular Seats, and I'm looking forward to seeing it. Let us know how you get on and your thoughts on the show.
Originally Posted By Mr X Thanks all...much appreciate all the good comments. I'll keep that in mind, I'm off to get the tickets in a few hours. (Malin, these particular tickets are not for me, but I do hope to see Cirque perhaps sometime next year and I'll be happy to share my thoughts then...sounds like a great show! Please let us know how you liked it too.)
Originally Posted By Mr X Got the tix for my friends (and now I'm dying to get some for myself lol!). Thanks all for your help! Amazedgal, thanks for your advice. Thanks to you I got aisle seats in the very center section, regular price, about 5 rows from the front. Not too shabby methings. Much appreciated the quick replies!
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 Cool! Sometimes they just run in and out and sometimes they do a full part of the act in the aisles. Not only are the acts amazing sometimes the costuming is WOW and a closeup look is cool! I like my new name
Originally Posted By TDRboy38 I have seen it three times now. 5th row center, great for eye contact of the performers. 9th row just off center, great for all elements. 23rd row center, best for overall view of the big acts. I have loved it in all areas, there does not seem to be a bad seat. Close (5th row) was awesome to feel part of the show, yet the second to last row still felt like I was not that far away. Love the music and wish they would make a CD!!
Originally Posted By Goofyernmost I was in the top row center. I felt that it was an ideal spot to see everything that was happening. I don't think there is a bad spot for viewing the show.
Originally Posted By SuperDry <<< I have seen it three times now. >>> So, I guess you'd rate the repeatability factor of the show as high?
Originally Posted By Goofyernmost I would see it again but it's just too expensive and I am too cheap. Does anyone see a recurring theme here?
