The St. James Theatre (previously known as His Majesty's Theatre, and the Westpac St. James Theatre from 1997 to 2007, usually referred to simply as "The St. James") is a stage theatre located in the heart of New Zealand's capital city, Wellington.The present theatre was designed in 1912 by New Zealand theatre designer Henry Eli White.The theatre currently faces on to Courtenay Place, the main . Patrons are able to sit to the left of wheelchair users, however may not be able to sit next to the patron. Theatres use "dynamic pricing." The monkey records "first impressions" of the 2021 onwards layout below. The parking fee for the trains is more than 2 hours. Required fields are marked *. There are safety rails at the extreme outer ends of rows D to J. Booking fees per ticket: There is a gentle slope towards the rear right of the Stalls, where there are 4 wheelchair spaces available. The monkey noted A5 has a better view than A6 (no lighting in view) and is far cheaper. You lost the very front left corner if you sat right back, that was all. The Ian & Pamela Wall Gallery & Pickard Terrace. Seats throughout the Grand Circle are generally cheaper than other tiers. Please note that prices may vary depending on whether the service is a weekend or midweek service. The seat around the cloth is so tight that each row is raised one or more steps above the row in front. There are 10 (ten) seats in the stalls for guests in wheelchairs and with seats to accommodate patrons and companions. Simply click on a seat to access user reviews. Despite appearances on some seating plans, there is no cross-aisle between rows N and P. Pillars punctuate the auditorium in rows M, P and Q. The legroom in this section is very restricted. Both boxes are close to the stage, and seat 2 perhaps has a better angle than 1 - though one is closer to the action. Row Q has almost no off-set at the high numbers end due to a pillar. Patrons taking row B should be aware that their view might be obstructed by people on row A leaning forward, necessarily, to see the stage. The footpath in front of the Theater is all covered. Legroom in the stalls is tight and it's recommended you leave large bags and coats behind. Prices below were compiled as booking originally opened. These seats are top price and located in seats 9-20 of rows G-K. Purchased seats in the middle of row G in the Upper Gallery; these seats were were $30 for the WA Opera and were sold as restricted viewing. I just about saw Raoul and the managers in their box during 'Think Of Me. Additional seating for accompanying party members is also available. Cross it and turn to your left. The first four or five seats in the corners of rows A to C likewise have side views and are priced accordingly, usually. Moderate by agency standards, though higher than box office prices, but worth trying! The seats are in a single block curving in front of the stage. Every band strived to be different and hardly any sounded the same making most hit . I think I heard the words clearer this time although there were the usual people who can't sit still, paper rustlers and talkers!". Current prices are advised at time of enquiry. We sat in the Royal Circle and found the seating cramped and the view inferior to a good Stalls seat." 17. seat. It would then look at P34 and finish with Q24, P25, P16, R38, R39 in that order. Located on Haymarket around the corner from London's legendary Pall Mall, Her Majesty's Theatre holds a historic auditorium that can seat over 1200 guests, and is itself a rich and exciting part of musical theatre legacy. "Dress Circle: (The Johnson Family). I have seen Phantom twice from the Upper Circle, and where I was on Friday seemed nearer, although I must admit it would have been better if I could have got a centre seat in the Upper Circle, but the best I could get from the web site was row C seat 5 which I thought too far from centre. Prices stated here were compiled as booking originally opened, current prices are advised at time of enquiry. The Royal Circle overhang begins at row G which affects the view on the top of the stage especially for those seated at . "Be sure you book good tickets to enhance the experience. One either side of the stage, designated boxes 3 and 4 - or CC and DD for online booking purposes. anonymous. "D7 and D8: (James, Finchley). Operated by the venue, Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5:30pm. The monkey gets many comments about this show and updates advice accordingly - asking that readers take all viewpoints into account when deciding for themselves. the action. Our Valentines celebration was ruined by a) the restricted view we had from our seats on the back row of the Royal Circle - H21 and H22 and b) the intolerable heat. If you can get front 2-3 rows in Dress Circle, will be set. Keep going straight on. No booking fees. The monkey would take one of the restricted view dress circle seats for the same bananas, closer to the stage and more legroom. The Balcony is 89 steps up from the foyer, with handrails and some highlighted steps. I was however outraged by the over-excited Welsh ladies next to me who insisted on commenting 'He comes from Swansea' every time the Phantom appeared and rustling their sweet packets all through 'Music of the Night' If I didn't know the words by heart it would have been unacceptably distracting." N34 has the pillar right in front of it, a miss. Address: No.51A Duong Thanh Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. The first time I saw 'Phantom' I sat in the stalls with the roof over me and, even though the sound was great and I saw everything on the stage, I still like the balcony better because you see all the action that goes on over the stage and, the best of all - you get to see the chandelier falling :)", "A 23 and 24: Front row. Try row C 14 to 27 then D 13 to 27 in that order. ticket agenciesmay also offer an alternative choice of seats. In addition, a number of live music shows and performances have also been held here. Some may be happy sitting next to a thick pillar, others may feel claustrophobic. Special Access Needs Customers: The Royal Circle is not wheelchair . Avoid the extreme edges and the back half as might have to look over more people to see the front of stage. Having now also sat in the Stalls, the depth of the stage is more visible from the upper levels, for example from the Dress Circle I could see the entire blanket of smoke covering the stage floor, whereas from the Stalls (F16, F17) the floor of the stage is at eye level so from that angle the blanket of smoke appeared as a thin layer overflowing the stage. Her Majesty's Theatre - Seating Plan as of October 2022 - Grote Street, Adelaide, South Australia. anonymous Nov 8, 2022. Dress circle is definitely best viewing, hence why most expensive seats in any theatre. There are many important parts of the Phantom of the Opera that occur at the front and to the left (from the observers point of view) of the stage. the . The largest part of the auditorium is covered with Stalls on the ground floor which is nearest to the stage. The curve of the circle below cuts off the front of the stage, and you will notice the rail in sight, but the angle of viewing and being in the back row and thus able to crane without worrying those behind you may edge them over the seats in front. St. James's, 25 is better. Elsewhere, those up to at least 5ft 10 will be happy in most seats. E16 and E17: (William Cooper, Phantom fan and theatre observer). The location makes it feeltucked away, but not high enough to induce vertigo. The first thing to note is that in general seats with a pillar in view are just that. The other two seats are also pretty adequate 8 a bit better than 32, the monkey felt. These seats are the highest priced and are available in seats 9-20 of rows G-K. ", "A24 and A25: Good seats - - not much legroom" When you pay using the machines at the car park, 50% will be deducted from the full tariff. Central rows D to H (K at weekends) are premium, with sub-premium added on weekends and peak dates, and super premium seats the best in the house at all times. Offer is only valid for weekdays after 4pm and all day weekends. R26 has a pillar you cant miss (and not in a good way), R27 is a decent bargain of a view. Use our interactive seating plan to view 4521 seat reviews and 2389 photos of views from seat. They are just above stage height and in line with the orchestra pit. Ticket agencies offer an alternative way to buy tickets, with booking fees differingfrom those charged by the theatre box office itself. One reader in the Upper Circle suggests a light jacket as it was rather efficient! Poor, especially in row A, which is suitable for those up to around 5ft tall. Operated by the venue, Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5:30pm. I did not find the legroom too restricting ( I am 5'11"), and the view was spectacular, so close to all the action and with a clear sight of everything, without having to lean forward at all. The 80's Show - The Greatest Tribute to the Greatest Decade, brings you the BEST 80's party on the Planet! The first street on your left is Panton Street. Haymarket, St. James's, London SW1Y 4QL 020 3925 2998 Where to buy tickets; Best seat advice; Seating plan/s; Getting to the theatre; Buying tickets online. Clear view seats in rows A to N are top non-premium price. Turn to your right and walk down Haymarket. OBSERVING in the general preface, published in the December Magazine, * a hint which I have construed into a desire to increase the number of your miscellaneous correspondents; and, stimulated by the delicate reproof upon literary indolence, which that elegant exordium contains, I feel myself, while sitting quite at my leisure, on this evening of January 27th, 1792, strongly incited by my good . Row B scores on legroom, with an inch or two more. www.lwtheatres.co.ukis the official venue website. 10 toilets in all. Legroom is limited in these seats. Find out about Her Majesty's Theatre Access Scheme, including how to book Access tickets, getting to the venue, and services and facilities at Her Majesty's Theatre for Access patrons. Air-cooled auditorium. section. It welcomes readers' comments as always. Time restrictions apply during business hours. Spaces are located on Row S, which is the last row in the section, to the left of S12 and towards the aisle of the Stalls. Row A has the least legroom, those up to around 5ft 4 will be the most comfortable. Safety rails at the front of the circle affect the view from seats beside it in row B back particularly. Asbestos fire proof paint was used in the scenery, backstage and wings area to reduce the risk of fire. Your email address will not be published. The spaces located in row T are best for anyone using a mobility scooter or large motorised wheelchair. Download HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE SEATING MAP. Pass the Harold Pinter (formerly Comedy) Theatre. In 2021 the theatre stalls and upper circle were given a new layout. "A28: I fell in love with this production upon first seeing it in April 2003. Walk ahead of you. 2. Wheelchair spaces are accessible step-free, via an alternative entrance on Charles II Street. Offer only valid on weekdays after 4pm and all day weekends. THEY ARE NOT WORTH IT. No booking fee for personal callers. I would recommend you to sit in the stall or Royal Circle if you want the full Phantom experience (the excitement of seeing the Chandelier falling!) Premium seats can be found in the centre of rows F-H, roughly seats 11-18 and 9-20 in Row F. These are the best seats in the theatre, offering a perfect overall view of the stage that feels close enough to be involved in the action. Then F8 is a bit better than 32 but every one of them is better than any other restricted view seat in the house, the monkey feels. Wheelchair users and other registered disabled theatregoers can book their seats and enquire about concessionary prices that may be available to them on 020 3925 2998 (The monkey notes that this reader wasn't aware of the "view in proportion to ticket price" policy in operation until it told him - at which point he mentioned he would have bought more expensive seats so as to see the whole show worth underlining the problems in this venue again, feels the monkey). Seats 13-24 of Row A are premium, due to the wonderful, unrestricted view of the entire level. These seats should not be full price, perhaps not even second price. Haymarket is a one way street. How to find cheap and discount price tickets, Tips for First Time and Overseas Visitors, Other Independent S.T.A.R. 1 of 3. Bang in the middle of the row; theres only one row in front and seats are suitable staggered so youre looking between heads; no neck strain as the stage isnt particularly high; seats and legroom are comfy enough. Legroom is incredibly limited in this section, and although the rake is good, it may be uncomfortable. The monkey couldn't really pick between them and felt both equally satisfying. . The monkey says "you are only getting what you pay for" but uses this colour to highlight the ones it feels best at the price, and help everybody else find equally good seats nearby at lower prices. I sat in the middle of the first row of the balcony recently (2008) and I saw everything! There are some deals to be had, and its worth checking carefully before buying tickets. You are close enough to see all the rich detail, but far enough to see the whole scene. These seats are centrally located in the dress circle and are very comfortable with plenty of legroom. On the plans below: Go as central as you wish (the view really is better a couple of seats in from the ends of rows) as the best return on your top price investment. I would like to add that having now sat in both the Dress Circle and the Stalls, it somehow felt like the singing sounded clearer (could hear nuances and soft breathy bits) in the Stalls F16/17, whereas the orchestra sounded better (could feel vibrations and hear clearer contrast between strings and percussion) in the Dress Circle A15/16. P35 gets a pillar in the face, miss it, and P36 isnt that great either. 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