The Stalls at the Gillian Lynne Theatre are a modern marvel from the 1970s, built with a steep, semi-circular horseshoe that wraps tightly around the thrust stage. This steep rake ensures clear sightlines from almost anywhere, even from the back, without tall patrons blocking your view.

Seating is divided into three blocks by two deep aisles. The Centre Block faces the stage head-on, offering that classic, panoramic view – and a premium price tag to match.

The Left and Right Side Wings, however, hug the thrust stage, putting you incredibly close to the action. Be warned: seats here are heavily angled, often giving you profile or even back views of actors, and sightlines to the far upstage corners can be restricted by the set.

For best value, look to Rows J to M in the Centre Block; prices drop significantly here, but the steep rake keeps your view virtually identical to the premium rows in front. Similarly, the inner ends of Rows E to I in the side blocks offer excellent value.

These seats, adjacent to the aisles, maintain a mild viewing angle while benefiting from the lower side-block pricing. Rows M to P in the Centre Block sit under the Dress Circle overhang, but don't fret – it starts late (around Row P) and is set very high, so your view remains unobstructed.

A solid budget-to-mid-range choice. For unparalleled legroom, Row I is your best bet, sitting directly behind a horizontal cross-aisle.

Row A, the front row, also offers ample space, but the high stage can mean neck strain and block floor visuals. Avoid the outer edges of Row H (specifically seats 34 and 49) and Row G (seats 1 and 20) if legroom is a priority; the auditorium's curve narrows the seating structure here, reducing knee-room.

Directly above and slightly behind the Stalls, the Dress Circle mirrors its curved, semi-circular shape. Unlike many older West End theatres, it doesn't feel excessively distant from the stage.

Central seats offer excellent sightlines and generally great overall value. However, the very far sides of the Circle should be avoided if you dislike extreme side-on angles, as you might find yourself leaning forward to catch the action closest to you on the stage.

In Row A, a safety rail runs along the front, which can slightly intersect the line of sight for shorter individuals.