Moran Theatre Seating Chart
The Moran Theater is the Times Union Center for the Performing Arts’ main performance venue, and was designed with dramatic and musical theatre performances in mind. The theater boasts a seating capacity of 3,000 with seats spread across 2 Orchestral Floors, with a Balcony Level and several Loges.
Before you visit the Moran Theater, it’s worth familiarizing yourself with the seating chart at the venue to ensure you select the right tickets to improve your experience. There are over 3,000 seats to choose from across several different areas.
Wheelchair-accessible seats are available in all price levels – one companion ticket is available for purchase with each wheelchair-accessible ticket. You’ll need to indicate when buying tickets that you require accessible seating prior to the purchase.
Patrons are asked to stay in their pre-reserved seats, as changing seats on the day will cause confusion among other theater-goers. Seat numbers are clearly labelled, but if you have any trouble finding your seat, you can ask one of the ushers for assistance.
Once seated in the venue, remain there until an interval or the end of the performance. Staff ask that if you do need to leave your seat, you try to do so as quietly and inconspicuously as possible.
There are four different sections to choose from at the Moran:
Balcony level
The balcony level is the highest seating area in the theater, providing the most distant view of the stage. This level is ideal for people who don’t mind being farther from the stage and are looking for a more affordable ticket.
Loge
For those looking for a premium viewing experience, the loge is the perfect section for you. It’s a grade higher than the orchestra level, offering a better vantage point compared to the general seating areas. You’ll have a birds-eye-view of the stage, while still being fully immersed in all the action.
1st and 2nd orchestra
The orchestra level is the largest seating area, located directly in front of the stage. It’s where you’ll find the most seats, giving you a close-up view of performances. There are two rows of orchestra seating in the venue, labelled 1st and 2nd. The 2nd orchestra provides a closer view of the stage, while the 1st sits directly behind. For both rows, the center section offers the best views, while the side sections sit at a slight angle.
Pit
If you’re looking for a super close-up view of the stage, the pit is located just in front of the stage, giving you an extremely close-up view of the performance. It’s known as the best spot if you’re looking for a fully immersive experience.
Patrons are asked to remain in their pre-reserved seats, as changing seats on the day will cause confusion and disruption amongst other members of the audience. Seat numbers are clearly labelled – if you have any trouble finding your seat, please ask a member of staff for assistance. Once seated, please remain sitting until an interval or until the performance ends. If you do have to leave for any reason, please do so as quietly and unobtrusively as possible.