Circle at the Lyric Hammersmith

The middle level, six rows, A to F, curving round the stage above the Stalls. It's the smallest section in the theatre and the rows are steep, so you look down on the whole stage.

If you want the best seats

The front rows, in the middle. You get the whole stage picture at once, which suits a show with a big set or lots of movement. There's a low barrier in front of row A, but it only gets in the way if you lean forward.

If you want to save money

The back row, F. The rows rise steeply, so it's high enough to see over everyone, and it's usually priced lower than the front.

What to think twice about

Row A if you're tall. Legroom is tight across the Circle and tightest in the front row. The end seats, at the far sides of the Circle, look across the stage rather than at it.

Legroom

A little tight, especially in row A.

Getting there, bars and toilets

From the bar, two floors up from the street, it's one more flight of stairs to the Circle, and steps down inside to each row. The Lyric gives step-free access to the Stalls only. The nearest toilets are in the bar and on the Stalls level.