front row

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   In an auditorium or sports venue, the line of side-by-side seats closest to the stage, playing field, or other location where the activity of interest is occurring.
2. 2
   The row of players who participate in a scrum with direct contact with the opposing scrum.
3. 3
   The forefront; a situation where one is exposed to the latest developments.
4. 4
   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see front, row.