is the first row too close where you look at the stage and its better 5 to 6 rows back to see the performer?

Yes....to me.

Front row (I've sat there) is a tad too close but not too bad. 2nd./3rd. Rows are better!!

Yes too close. You will be looking up for the whole show. It's also louder.

True all seats are great. I've seen three performances there and all seats were good

No not s bad seat in the house