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Post by DefyngGravity on Jul 26, 2004 17:49:12 GMT -5
Hey all,
I have a question to ask and if this is the wrong place for then sorry in advance. But I have my tickets to see to show for October in Row R of the orchestra. I just realized a few days ago that I may not be able to see anything high in the air thanks to the mezzanine which will be over top my head. For those who have been to the Gershewn Theater and seen the show, will I miss anything thanks to me seating (such as Elphie in Defying Gravity and Galinda in her bubble during the opening number)? Thanks a lot for whoever may have the answer!
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FlyingHigh
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Jessica
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Post by FlyingHigh on Jul 27, 2004 5:00:49 GMT -5
I saw in row W and I could see everything.
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Post by StageFiyero on Jul 28, 2004 16:11:31 GMT -5
No, all of the Broadway theaters are specifically designed so you will be able to see the entire stage, left to right, top to bottom no matter what seat you're in - unless of course the person in front of you is wearing a witch hat or a Cat in the Hat hat, which is most unlikely.  |
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Post by TequilaFunsize on Aug 1, 2004 15:40:24 GMT -5
Technically true.. But some theatres make it easier to see the stage. Shubert Theatre is notorious for their mezz/rear mezz seating because it's high, not far so you're pretty much looking completely DOWN at the stage instead of at and down.
But Gershwin is one of the best theatres ever, so luckily, it's not a problem. It's mainly because it's stadium-style seating wtih raked rows instead of raised rows.
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Post by formanatrix on Aug 27, 2004 21:45:33 GMT -5
has anyone here done the "partial-view" seating? if so could i please have as much info as possible.
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Post by theatreangel on Aug 29, 2004 13:27:44 GMT -5
I sat in partial-view seats the last time I saw the show. I was in Row D, to the far right. It didn't affect my viewing much at all. The only problem was that, during "Defying Gravity", I could see the wires holding Idina up as she flew, and so that took away some of the illusion. Everything else was perfectly fine, though. And I could even see some of the actors getting ready in the wings and the stagehands fixing the sets! It was great. :-)
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Post by formanatrix on Aug 29, 2004 14:59:51 GMT -5
thanks I'll definitley do that when I go in december..
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Post by theatreangel on Aug 31, 2004 17:08:11 GMT -5
Glad to be of service. :-)
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wickedOlivia
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I proudly mourn the wicked...
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Post by wickedOlivia on Aug 31, 2004 17:19:34 GMT -5
The only problem was that, during "Defying Gravity", I could see the wires holding Idina up as she flew, and so that took away some of the illusion. Everything else was perfectly fine, though. And I could even see some of the actors getting ready in the wings and the stagehands fixing the sets! It was great. :-) wow, see I would love to see this. When I saw Wonderful Town, you could see stage hands, and I love when you can see actors in the wings, like rushing off to costume change, and I always get a giggle when saw they have to walk off holding hands or something, and the minute they're off stage, they immediately let go of each other. |
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Post by steamedartichoke131 on Dec 5, 2004 15:24:42 GMT -5
i was in row V V under the mezziane and i could see everything but i couldnt really see their faces... i could recocgnize who was who..but i far back.
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Post by mrwicked on Dec 6, 2004 7:56:33 GMT -5
Actually, they are not wires holding her up, it is a hydraulic system with a large harness around her waist. (Think cherrypicker) I once got a tour of the device.
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Greenified
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In this labyrinth where night is blind....Wicked is not the only thing on my mind.
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Post by Greenified on Dec 6, 2004 19:06:02 GMT -5
Yeah, speaking of backstage tours, how do you get one?
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Post by mrwicked on Dec 8, 2004 7:35:59 GMT -5
I just have a friend.....  I don't think there is any other way... |
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I don't think there is any other way...