From a higher perspective, I can see everyone that is performing. While I am back much further, the angle to see everyone is much better than when on the floor.

Fuji X-E2, 18-55mm, ISO 6400, ƒ/3.6, 1/50

As you can see from the second photo, I miss seeing everyone.

From up high, I chose some overall shots with my Fujinon 18-55mm, but I also spent a lot more time using the Fujinon 55-200mm lens and picking outperformers.

Fuji X-E2, 55-200mm, ISO 6400, ƒ/4.4, 1/25

Fuji X-E2, 55-200mm, ISO 6400, ƒ/4.5, 1/45

Fuji X-E2, 55-200mm, ISO 6400, ƒ/3.7, 1/40

Fuji X-E2, 55-200mm, ISO 6400, ƒ/4.6, 1/45

As you can see, you can see people’s faces from shooting slightly above them. Now, if the performers were on risers, you may get away from shooting on the main level with them.

While I prefer the upper shots, they are not the only ones I take. So you see, I like to move around and shoot some variety.

Fuji X-E2, 55-200mm, ISO 6400, ƒ/4.8, 1/30

Fuji X-E2, 55-200mm, ISO 6400, ƒ/4.8, 1/40

In the lower view, you pick up the heads of the audience, which lets you know there is an audience. The leaders also give a layering effect, so you create more depth in the photograph.

Fuji X-E2, 55-200mm, ISO 6400, ƒ/4.8, 1/45

I had to move from the floor to find a shot between the audience’s heads. Go to the balcony if you like to pick a seat and shoot from there. You will be more pleased without moving as much as I had to do to get the variety you see here.

Fuji X-E2, 55-200mm, ISO 6400, ƒ/4.5, 1/45