Age restriction: 5
Showing at: MGM Grand
Show times: 7 and 9:30 p.m. nightly; plus 4 p.m. Sat
Let's cut to the chase: the David Copperfield Theater at the MGM Grand is small, intimate, and built to put you face-to-face with the most successful magician in history. No bad seats, no bad sightlines, no reason to overthink it. But there are better seats than others — and a few that are worth every extra dollar.
Here's the quick version: two sections, three seat types. Section 1 has 8 rows, Section 2 has 9 rows. Section 1 is closer to the action. Section 2 is cheaper. And somewhere in the middle is the seat that's right for you. Let's break it down.
Section 1 is where the magic happens — literally. It sits closest to the stage, and David Copperfield is known to walk through this section as part of his act. Translation: if being close enough to catch his eye is your dream, this is your section. And with 422 seats, it's also the largest section in the theater.
What you're sitting in: mostly tables and booths, which means if you're a party of 2 or 4, you'll likely be seated family-style with other guests. Think intimate supper club, not stadium seating. It's part of the charm — and part of the fun.
Rows A, B, C, and D offer the best, most intimate view of the show. They're also the most expensive. Worth it? If you want the full Copperfield experience, absolutely.
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Section 2 sits directly behind Section 1 — close enough that you're still in the room with the magic, but far enough back that the intimacy dials down a notch. The upside? Prices drop with the distance.
What you're sitting in: mostly tables and booths, same as Section 1. But here's a detail most people miss — the very back of Section 2 has about 20 traditional theater-style seats. No tables, no booths, just standard seats. Great option if you want the cheapest ticket without sacrificing the view.
Rows further back in Section 2 (particularly row S) are the furthest from the stage — and therefore the cheapest tickets in the house.
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The David Copperfield Theater has 34 ADA-accessible seats, located near the theater entrance in the rear of Section 1, on Row H. Close to the entrance, close to the action, and easy to access.
"The best" is relative. What's best for you depends on whether you're chasing intimacy, value, or a little bit of both. Here's our honest take.
If you want the closest experience: Sit in Section 1, ideally rows A through D. These rows put you close enough to feel the heat of the illusions — and close enough that David might just walk right past you. Prices vary by demand, but plan on at least $100 per ticket. If the intimate experience is what you're after, these are your seats.
If you want the best value: Look at the lower end of Section 2 — rows J, K, and L. You're still close, still getting a great view, but paying noticeably less than the front-row Section 1 seats.
If you want the absolute cheapest ticket: Row S in Section 2. It's the furthest row from the stage, but as we said — this theater doesn't really have bad seats. You'll still catch every illusion, just from a bit further back.
Bottom line: David Copperfield tickets don't have to break the bank. Pick the section that matches your budget and your appetite for proximity, and you'll walk out happy.
Age restriction: 5
Showing at: MGM Grand
Show times: 7 and 9:30 p.m. nightly; plus 4 p.m. Sat