STALLS
Five rows of seats are in front of the stage. The rest of the stalls is
divided into a central and two side blocks.The view of the stage is restricted in row G seats 4 to 7 and 71 to 74, H 3
to 6 and 72 to 75, J 2 to 5 and 73 to 76, and K 2 to 5 and 73 to 76. This is due
to the angle of the seats preventing viewing of one third of the recessed
stage. For orchestral concerts it matters not a jot - take these seats as a
bargain. For soloist performances, these seats are a bargain if seeing the
performer all the time is unimportant.
Sound is good throughout the stalls, allowing for the underlying noise of
wood vibrating during loud passages. Row C at a lower price than the rest
of the stalls offer best value, followed by rows D and E felt the monkey, but...
...A reader notes that:
"I agree about the stalls Rows B and C normally, but the other night we were at
an ENO concert performance and there is no doubt that we were too close
to the soloists. Such concerts are rare but when the front of the platform is
heavily populated I recommend D and E."
Another reader feels the same:
"rows B and C tend to be lower priced as they are too close to the stage
and so the view is not as good. From Row D backwards the view is much better and
they are better in value."
The rest of the stalls have good views of the stage. You pay for the angle
you view the stage from. Frankly, the cheapest seats are best value here.
Wheelchair spaces are at the rear of the two side blocks. The view and sound
are excellent. See notes.
Legroom is good in all seats, best in row G.
DRESS CIRCLE
Called the CIRCLE in this auditorium
This is split into central and two side sections by aisles.
The centre block offers the best views, the side blocks better value for
money.
Sound is good in all parts of the circle.
Legroom is good in all seats.
UPPER CIRCLE
Called the BALCONY in this auditorium
This is split into central and two side sections by aisles.
In the centre section, Theatremonkey likes row D. This row has a wide ledge
behind it which is handy for storing stuff not stowed in the cloakrooms. The
view is clear, if distant from the stage, and sound is good too. Normally these
seats are well priced offering great value for money. Choose these if the front
stalls are more expensive or unavailable.
The side blocks offer good bottom price value in rows A to D seats 13 to 25
and 60 to 72. Beyond these seats the viewing angle is poorer for the same money
though sound is not affected. Just take the named seats first.
Legroom is good in all seats.
Notes
Total 2026 seats.
Air-conditioned auditorium.
Infra red headsets available. Dogsitting facility. Adapted toilets available.
Easy access through centre for wheelchairs from car park. Wheelchair users get
free parking in centre. www.artslineonline.com
has comprehensive details.
Bar, Restaurant, Café and Toilet facilities shared with the rest of the
complex.
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