The most common seating layout at Amica Mutual Pavilion for concerts is an end-stage setup with the stage located near sections Section 101, Section 102 and Section 103. For many concerts there are also slight variations to the layout, which may include General Admission seats, fan pits and B-stages.
On the Floor: Sections Section 1, Section 2, Section 3 and Floor 4 are Floor Seats, which offer some of the closest views of the performers. For many concerts, floor sections are added or removed. These performer-specific adjustments may alter the floor layout and the views from each floor section.
To the Side of the Stage: For close views of the stage with a little bit of elevation, consider seats to the side of the stage in Section 106, Section 107 and Section 123. The view is not head-on like on the floor, but many of the seats are closer to the stage, provide better elevation and are actual stadium seats.
Head-on to the Stage: Seats directly across from the stage, like those in Section 114, Section 115, Section 116 and Section 219 provide the most comfortable looks of the performance.
Consider the Following When Buying Concert Tickets
Seats behind the stage are occassionally sold: Unless your main objective is to just get in the building, you'll want to completely avoid anything behind the stage - like those in/near or above sections Section 101, Section 102, Section 103 and Section 104. It's unlikely the performer will turn around to salute you - and you're more likely to be completely blocked out from seeing the show.
If you're on the shorter side (or bringing kids), consider floor seats only in the first few rows: The most common complaint amongst floor ticketholders is that they can't see the stage because of taller people in front of them. As an alternative, consider side sections near the stage that will still have you close and high enough to see.
Lower level side sections are not created equal: While the side sections closest to the stage are top-notch, side sections farther from the stage may leave you with a cramp in your neck. Sections 214 and 228 are not well-angled towards the stage - leaving you to turn your head for an ideal view. Instead, consider head-on sections in the lower level .
Floor Seats - For concerts at Amica Mutual Pavilion the floor is typically split up into nine different sections. These sections are labeled 1-9 with sections 1-3 b...
Baseline seating in the 100 level varies by event. For most games, sections on the east side of the court (101, 102, 128) extend all the way to the court with rows A1-A7 made up of folding chairs right behind the basket. For other games, these same seats are occasionally labeled Floor 1-3 and are sometimes occupied by Providence students.
No matter which side of the court you're on, you'll want to completely avoid sections 101 and 115. These sections are directly behind their respective baskets and have some of the worst views in the arena. Instead, choose one of the sections slightly off-set (or a corner section if prices are comparable). You won't have a center court view, but you'll have a much more enjoyable experience.
Lower Level Corner (Basketball) Seating
Corner sections in the lower level leave a lot to be desired. These sections are farther from the court than they appear (due to floor and courtside sections) and all seats will have to deal with the distraction of the basket.
For the best value, you'll actually want to choose seats in one of the higher rows. So instead of buying tickets in a double-letter row (DD-ZZ) closer to the court, save some money on rows A-E. You'll be closer to the concourse tunnel (concessions, restrooms, etc.) and the elevation will give you a better angle to see both sides of the court.
Lower Level Sideline (Basketball) Seating
Sections 106-110 and 120-124 are among the most desirable seats for a basketball game at the DD Center. In addition to being close to the court, these sections offer some of the best unobstructed views of the court.
When looking at tickets in this seating zone, consider that sections 107-109 and 121-123 are far superior to the sections all the way on the edge (like 110). The edge sections are not angle towards the court. Instead, they look straight across. This creates some uncomfortable viewing angles as you have to turn your body to see the action.
In short, tickets in the middle three sections on each sideline are well worth the markup vs. edge sections 106, 110, 120 and 124.
Upper Level Baseline (Basketball) Seating
200 level sections behind the basket are usually the cheapest tickets for a Providence or other basketball game. For the best experience, choose a section that is closer to the corner of the arena (absolutely avoid 201 and 221) and a row that is as low as possible.
The closer you are to the corner, the less obstructed you view will be (by the basket). And the lower you are, the closer you will be to the concourse.
Sections 219-223 are the largest in the upper level with rows ranging from A-T, while sections on the opposite side are the smallest - with some sections containing as few as three rows.
Upper Level Corner (Basketball) Seating
Although the DD Center is not a large arena, sitting at the top of one of the upper level corner sections may make it seem that way. The highest rows are some of the farthest seats from the court and views deteriorate considerably.
When buying tickets in these sections, aim for rows A-L. These rows are closest to the stairs that lead to the main concourse and the views are similar to what you'd find in the club level of a much larger arena.
Upper Level Sideline (Basketball) Seating
Despite their location at the top of the arena, upper level sections offer some of the best site lines and best ticket deals.
So what makes these seats so good? Simply put, they're much closer to the court than you'd expect and the views are unobstructed and usually outstanding. For instance, the last row in section 230 is just 33 rows from the court. Meanwhile, the last row in lower level section 128 is 28 rows from the court. So despite being on the "upper level", many of these seats are actually closer to the court than corner and baseline seats in the lower level.
To get the best views, you don't need to be seated at center court. In fact, some seats in mid-court sections 211 and 231 are behind the entrance tunnel railings where you may feel a bit confined and where the railings might be slightly distracting. Opt instead for sections an even-numbered sections like 210 or 212 where you'll be just slightly off-set from the center but where you'll have a phenomenal view of the court with 0 distractions or obstructions.
West Floor (Basketball) Seating
Sections 5-6 located on the west side of the Dunkin Donuts Center are ten rows of folding chairs set up behind the basket. For Providence home games, these seats are typically occupied by the student body who prefer to stand, rather than sit.
These seats are also set up for other games, such as the NCAA Tournament. While they offer close proximity to the court, you'll want to sit in the first three rows. These rows are closest to the court, are less obstructed by the basket and you're less likely to struggle to see over a taller fan seated in front of you. These seats are only on a very shallow rise so all rows are almost flat to the ground. Row A is the first row behind courtside seating.
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