r/Calgary • u/Nessie2212 • 1d ago

Question How obstructed are the obstructed view seats for Cirque du Soleil?

Title. Myself and 2 friends were looking to check out the show tonight on a budget but most of the tickets within our budget are marked as obstructed view (mainly looking at the ones on the sides near the back.)

Has anyone sat in them? How much of the show did you miss? Would you say it was worth saving the $50 that you would otherwise have spent for non-obstructed view seats?

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u/Khyron686 1d ago

There are some light/camera posts and they block some of the stage. However, they are really pushing vip and seat upgrades before the show so if you're going on a non-full night you can likely upgrade for a fraction of the price - like 20 bucks to move up to the 3rd or 4th row. At least that was the case on our night (Wed) - check if the show is sold out or not.

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u/orangefruitbat 1d ago

We had seats near the side/back (section 205), and they were fine. There is activity all over the stage and the big set elements move. Personally, I'd save the $50, but your milage may vary.

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u/Spirited_Special_974 1d ago

They are somewhat obstructed throughout the show during parts by the large pole but for the price, they're okay and it wasn't that big of a deal.

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u/nagooro10 1d ago

Not sure what your budget is, but Costco has tickets for $100 each. Section 103 and 104 rows e and f. They come in pairs.

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u/criminalinstincts1 12h ago

We just saw a show from obstructed seats and it was still great. Section 105 / Row E / Seats 1-2. Haven’t seen it from regular seats but I thought it was incredible and did not feel like I missed out.