Theatre Etiquette Flashcard

Front

Which of the following is appropriate clothing to wear to the theatre? Nice dress clothes, A T-shirt and jeans, Shorts and a Hawaiian shirt, Flip-flops

Back

Nice dress clothes

Front

When is the best time to arrive for a performance? Options: 5 minutes after it begins, Just as it is beginning, At least 10 minutes early, During intermission

Back

At least 10 minutes early

Front

Which of the following noises are acceptable during a performance? unwrapping a candy/cough drop, cell phone, whispering

Back

none of the above

Front

What is the best option for cellphones? Options: Turn them off completely or don't bring them into the theatre., Put it on vibrate., Put it on silent., Put it in airplane mode.

Back

Turn them off completely or don't bring them into the theatre.

Front

Why should you NOT put your feet on the seat in front of you?

Back

It is expensive to replace, it is rude to bump the seat, and someone has to clean the seats.

Front

Why should you always take off your hat in the theatre?

Back

You may block someone's view.

Front

Is it ok to eat or drink in a live-performance theatre?

Back

No, food is messy and attracts ants and mice.

Front

When is it ok to leave the theatre early?

Back

In extreme emergencies only.

Front

How should I NOT applaud the show?

Back

Yelling & Screaming at the end if you liked it.

Front

When is it ok to take video or pictures of the cast?

Back

After