David H Koch Theater

I am going to go out on a limb and say I like this theatre even more than the Metropolitan Opera House.
Others have said there ‘isn’t a bad seat in the house’… this is really true. Although large, this theatre feels so intimate. I agonized over my seat choice and shelled out for seats in the first ring for the Jan 19 performance and now realize there was no need… I think even the 2^nd or 3^rd tier would have been good.
The lobby area is stunning, I love the casement hangings and the Brutalist railings. Enjoy a drink in this gorgeous space: a small glass of wine is 8.50, comparable to any Manhattan restaurant.

I’ve watched multiple ballets and special performances in this theatre over the years.
All of the seats, from the lowest to the priciest seats guarantee a good view.
The acoustics in the theater is great. You will hear the music clearly.
I always try to get the AA seats because they are located on the theatre right, and left. These seats are always the lowest cost, and has a good because it has a very slightly obstructed view.
Just a note, the people working the theatre are very adamant about the no video recording policy, and no picture taking policy. Try to snap your pictures of the theater quickly.

The architecture here is more than half the fun! As it’s an older theater, there are more than a few limited viewing locations, but I’ve been from the top to the bottom and the ballet is beautiful at every level (really, the 2^nd and 3^rd are the best).

My first time ever going to this venue, and let me tell you, it’s really something to walk up to and see! You can take a few photos before entering! And then once inside the theater is beautiful! I saw my first ballet every in life and almost cried. Seeing the Nutcracker was some experience! Everyone in the audience is dressed up extremely nice! All of the dancers where flawless! Truly enjoyed this experience! Everyone should see a show here in NY once in their life! These people work so hard and perfecting their craft!!! Speechless

The lobby is elegant and simple, located on the second floor. When you enter, the staircase on either side can take you up to the big hall, where there is some modern art, but mostly just open space. Make sure to check out the balcony, where you can get a slightly different view of the Lincoln Center Plaza. There is only one theater, which is moderate size. There is nothing really glitzy about it, but I think it’s perfect for the ballet. The stage is beautiful.
The obstructed view seats are on the side and cheaper. They’re not obstructed due to any poles, but the way the seats are, someone’s head could be right in your way since you’re not elevated enough.
I came to see the Nutcracker, which was really enjoyable. The orchestra surprisingly wasn’t that good, but the dancing was amazing.

This is one of the best cultural attractions in New York City and worth a visit, both by tourists and natives alike. The «Nutcracker» ballet, which is an annual event around the holidays, is really worth a visit if you are looking for a beautiful show for everyone to enjoy. I have also been to more contemporary ballets and have enjoyed them equally as much as the traditional ones with the amazing dancers, lighting, and costumes.
The theater itself is historical, classy, and beautiful without a bad seat in the house. Watch out for pricey snacks and drinks (as expected at a top NYC attraction) and come early to take pictures in the lobby (there are some cool statues to admire.)
In conclusion, I am Russian (these folks tend to know a thing or two about ballet) and have visited both the Mariinsky and Bolshoi ballet theaters, as well as other amazing ballet theaters across the world. With a sort-​of-​nose-​in-​the-​air attitude, I can say that Lincoln Center compares with the best of the best.

Amazing theater for the swan lake. The seats I’d recommend sitting are: Further back in the orchestra, balcony seats, front half rows of first ring, or front half rows of second ring. I think the ideal seat would be front half of the first ring where you can see the dancers closer up but be high enough to also see the formation of the dancers.

Gorgeous theater without a bad seat in the house.
If you want to see the details of the dancers’ feet and such, I’d recommend either orchestra, or tiers A and B. It doesn’t make a difference whether you’re middle, left, or right, but obviously the middle might be a little better. Personally, I feel that tier A is better than the orchestra, as you can see what’s going on in the back rows of dancers, but you’re not so high that you’re looking at the tops of the heads.
I haven’t sat in the levels above B, but they don’t look to be high enough that you wouldn’t be able to enjoy the show.

Great space to catch a performance. Been here a few times; most recently to see
Pearl: Spring River Flower Moon Night.
Great performance, very interesting way to tell a great story. Even with 30+ dancers on stage, the only glitch came from Microsoft: the computer to control the background display crashed, and the window rebooting screen ended up being projected for a few minutes. What an embarrassment for Microsoft!

I’ve been to this theatre located in Lincoln Center a million times before the name was even changed to David H Koch Theater, New York State Theater.
My bf and I came to this theatre earlier this year to watch Paul Taylor’s newly reconstituted dance company, Paul Taylor’s American Modern Dance for the March 10 performance.
Mr. Taylor recently reinvented his company to perform the works of other modern choreographers as well as his own, but
The dances that were featured and choreographed by Mr. Taylor on March 10 were: «Arden Court,» «Big Bertha,» «Troilus and Cressida (reduced),» and «Syzygy.»
The dances were awesome especially at the prices we paid. Watching dance at this theater has always been a treat. This theater is huge. I always liked watching the shows from the vantage point of the first level mezzanine.

Went here twice recently, one time for the Alvin Ailey Dancers and second time for the Royal Ballet. On the first occasion, we were in the 2^nd tier and the seats were fine. We had a good view and really enjoyed the event. For the Royal Ballet we were in orchestra, left side row 2 which was really wonderful. We could see the orchestra on this occasion. Despite the great view in the orchestra section, I have no complaints about the tier 2 seats. The sound was fine in both areas. If you prefer to see the orchestra and dancing up close, then you may want to pay the extra for the close seats but otherwise, the upper tier is fine.
The building itself is modern and clean. During intermission, you can walk outside and view the fountain and currently go hear the live music and dancing outside (or go over there after the performance). There are elevators to get to the upper tier and rest rooms on each level. You can find seating charts on their website. The box office is open at 10 a.m. Mon-​Sat. at at 11:30 on Sunday. It stays open until 7:30 Sun and Mon. or 8:30 on the other nights. You can buy tickets online and it gives you information about runtime which is nice to know. In the summer there are often free events in the plaza that you can also enjoy.

Five Stars BeBe
Reaction: Ballet bores me. I thought I was going to feel like a little girl looking at the beautiful men and women dancing, embodying every single musical notes from the violin, but it didn’t happen. I blame it on Black Swan, I wanted to see some tragic ending.
Five Stars Really?:
Well, just because I was not fond of the event, it doesn’t mean I can’t respect it. The dancers were all in tune, the emotions in the dance was vivid, and the orchestra was amazing.
Where are the pictures?:
We were instructed to not take any pictures or recordings. So for the people who took pictures… ooooooh I’m telling!
Advice:
Buy your beverages and snacks outside before you come in. $ 3.00 for wada? (Spelled it in correctly for dramatics) I bought a Snapple to the event. I looked at the stand, saw the price and walked with my 4 inch heels to the nearest Halal food stand and bought a Snapple.

Beautiful interior and exterior, and exquisite sound. We came here for LOTR live with the 21^st Orchestra and Chorus from Switzerland and they were incredible.

Classy and beautiful theater. Came to watch Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring live orchestra.
Theater is much more elegant than Radio City. The screen is tiny from the 4^th ring which is 4 stories up. The bright side is you see the entire orchestra.
Spectacular score, a great performance and anyone fan or not, should experience seeing LOTR with the live orchestra. Best ticket IMO ever. Better than any Broadway show.
The usher in our area was an idiot though. He didn’t think we can figure out our seating so he directed us where it was by telling us it’s where the books are on the stairs. Major moron.

First of all GET YOUR TICKETS DIRECT FROM THEATER. Not a third party– they scalp.
Ok now…
Such a beautiful theater no matter where you sit it’s a great view. Warning the upper rings can give you vertigo for those scared of heights…
Particularly
We saw Paul Taylor today and we’re a bit disappointed with the canned music and acoustics just left it flat for Company B piece… If you were there, do you agree? Maybe after so much opera and philharmonic one expects live music…
All the same on the occasion of Mark Morris some time ago the orchestra was heard clear and well.
Patrons
Patron’s lounge is located on first ring, which though often practiced in theaters all around, it always seems snobby to corale off those who paid to be on that inner circle. It happens in many theaters and I find it distasteful for everyone being visibly segregated.
Bathrooms
Go to the bathroom at the first ring of the bell après intermission. You will be alone and will have time to get to your seat.
Best seats are the first 4 rows so buy tickets early on.
Food
There are unhealthy snacks and coffee for purchase pretty standard.
Look forward to coming here always as all Lincoln Center venues.
Tah darlings’

I was actually going to the Ed Koch Theater to catch Swan Lake and accidentally took a detour to The Met Opera at Lincoln Center to watch the American Ballet Theater production of Manon with Principals Diana Vishneva and Marcelo Gomez. An absolutely amazing production with dancers showing impressive footwork, agility and grace. It also happened to be the 10^th anniversary celebration for Visheneva being with the ABT company and it was FESTIVE. Anytime you come here, it is just astounding to be a part of the experience. For $ 45 it was a steal for the matinée price. The seats are comfortable but beware that there are no drinks inside the theater so guzzle that wine/​beer/​champy during intermission!

Great theater — acoustics are amazing, the plush seats are comfortable, and every seat has a good view of the stage. The ceiling is breathtaking, and, with proper lighting, can evoke different moods.

Fantastic theater to watch the ballet, we sat in row Q dead center and it was brilliant. Looking around, I can see why people say there really isn’t a bad seat in the house. While the ballet in general is too slow for my liking, the theater is a lovely setup. Lots to look at in the foyer if you arrive early (and you should arrive early).
Cocktails are a little pricey, around $ 12 /​each but it can be expected when you’re going to the ritzy ballet!

Every seat in this theater is a good seat. The seats are plush, the acoustics are amazing and even without the benefit of a ballet or show, the grandeur and sheer glamour of the theater itself is awe inspuiring. The lobby leading to the theater is constructed like a temple to Roman Gods and the painting of the NYC Ballet Company on the floor is a site to behold from any floor. Before the show ever started I spent my time gawking at the theater and its construction. I would have been happy with just a building tour and not the added benefit of watching the ballet.

I saved this one to be my 300^th review. :)
So I made a special trip all the way from Texas to come to the David H. Koch Theater for San Francisco Ballet’s NYC tour. Since San Francisco Ballet sold out their last run of Cinderella in San Francisco, I was determined to come out to NY to watch them tour at Lincoln Center. Since this theater is home to the New York City Ballet, I was so delighted to finally attend a performance where the greatest companies grace the stage. The theater is surprisingly intimate, but the ampitheater seating allows everyone in attendance a gracious view of the stage. I had seats in the second ring, and I was worried that my view would be limited, but I was so pleased to see that the seating is more vertically-​inclined and closer to the stage rather than distance-​in-​depth.
Bathrooms are clean, ushers are in abundance, and the overall theater is so lovely. Be sure to step outside on the balcony to get a view of the plaza. What a great facility for the performing arts!