The short answer: Section 408 is the far-left edge of the 400-level, and honestly? It still works. You are sitting at the outermost curve of the dome, which means the screen wraps past you in a way that feels surprisingly immersive. You will miss the extreme left-edge visuals, but the Sphere's design ensures the main action stays front and center. The apples won't reach you. The monkeys keep their distance. But the wind, the snow, the vibrations, and the audio all hit with full force. If you found a deal here, take it.
You found yourself clicking on Section 408 and now you're nervous. Maybe it was the only option left. Maybe the price was too good to pass up. Maybe you're just doing due diligence before committing. Whatever brought you here, you need the truth: are these seats a mistake or a hidden gem?
Here's the honest answer: Section 408 is a gem if you know what you're getting into. Let's walk you through it.
We tracked down every mention of the far-left 400s we could find.
Sat in 408. Thought it would be terrible but the screen wraps around you.
The sentiment is consistent: people walk in worried and walk out pleasantly surprised. No one calls it the best seat in the house. But no one calls it a disaster either.
Let's get specific about what makes Section 408 different—and why different can still be good.
The Wrap Effect is Real: Here's something counterintuitive: sitting at the far edge of a dome actually puts more screen in your peripheral vision on one side. The visuals literally wrap around your left shoulder. While you lose the ability to see the far-right edge of the screen without turning your head, the main action—Dorothy, the Witch, the Emerald City—is always staged center. The Sphere's content designers know the edges exist and they don't put crucial details out there. You will not miss plot points. You will just feel like you're sitting at the edge of a massive, immersive world.
The Sensory Effects Are Fully Intact: This is the part that matters most. The wind during the tornado? It hits you. The seat vibrations when the Witch appears? You feel them in your spine. The synthetic snow during the poppy field? It dusts your shoulders. The beam-forming audio technology wraps around you regardless of where you sit. You are not watching from outside. You are inside the experience, just from a different angle.
The Apple Drop Situation: Let's be direct: Section 408 does not receive apples. Multiple attendee reports confirm that the physical souvenir apples fall exclusively in the 200-level and 300-level sections, with occasional strays into the upper 100s. In 408, you are too high and too far. But here's the reframe: you get the best seat in the house to watch the chaos. You see the apples rain down on the sections below. You watch people scramble. You stay dry and amused. For some, that's actually more fun.
The Monkey Distance: The animatronic monkeys fly primarily through center airspace. In Section 408, they are distant figures. You see them clearly. You track their flight paths. But they do not swoop into your row. If you are bringing kids who might be frightened by giant flying monkeys, this is actually a feature, not a bug.
The Price Reality: Section 408 is consistently among the most affordable seats in the house. Standard Admission here often dips below $130, especially for weeknight shows. You are paying basement prices for an experience that still delivers 85-90% of the sensory magic. That is not a compromise. That is arithmetic.
The 400-level requires effort. One attendee in nearby Section 405 described climbing to their seat as feeling like they were "scaling the Sphere" with steps as steep as a stadium . Another warned that lighting on the steps is minimal—bring a phone light or small flashlight to navigate safely .
Section 408 is at the far end of the concourse, which means a longer walk and a longer climb. If mobility is a concern, consider this carefully. If you are able-bodied, treat it as part of the adventure. You earn that view.
You've committed to the edge. Now pick the best row within it.
Rows 1-5 (The Front Row Edge): Sitting near the front of Section 408 minimizes the heads between you and the railing. You get a clear shot downward at the stage and outward at the screen. These rows also feel slightly less vertiginous because you are closer to the level below.
Rows 6-12 (The Value Zone): Row 6 produced a positive review from an attendee who appreciated the apple-drop entertainment . In these middle rows, you are high enough for confidence but not so high that the steepness becomes overwhelming. This is the sweet spot for most buyers.
Rows 13-20 (The Summit): The back rows of Section 408 are not for everyone. The climb is significant. The height is real. But attendees who make the trek report that the view remains stunning. From this altitude, you see the entire production as a complete composition. If heights don't bother you, these rows offer maximum panorama for minimum price.
Pro Tip: Look for seats at the very end of rows for easier access and exit. The walk from the concourse to your seat is long—end-of-row seats shorten the return trip.
You wanted certainty. Here it is.
Buy Section 408 tickets for Wizard of Oz immediately if:
Skip Section 408 only if:
For the budget-focused fan, Section 408 is not a mistake—it's a strategic choice. You are getting the sensory immersion, the audio, the vibrations, and a unique edge perspective for the lowest possible price. Walk in with the right expectations and you will walk out happy.
You will experience all of this from the most affordable seats in the building.