front-row seats

noun
UK /ˌfrʌnt rəʊ ˈsiːts/
US /ˌfrʌnt roʊ ˈsiːts/

The seats closest to the stage or field.

We got front-row seats for the magic show.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The most favorable or important position in a situation.

She had front-row seats to the whole argument.

3. A place with an excellent, unobstructed view.

The balcony gave us front-row seats to the parade.

4. A position of close involvement or direct experience.

Working there gave him front-row seats to how the company runs.