Audience Etiquette Quiz

You need to be in your ____ for the show to start on time.

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It is rude to be late to a show!

What is the signal to the audience that the show is about to start?

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This is the universal sign for "we are about to begin!"

It is so important to be quiet during a live show! Give me three examples of ways an audience member could ruin the show by being loud.

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Some things do not belong at a live performance...

Some examples of these things are: babies, candy, watches that beep at certain times, etc.

_________ is NOT allowed! This includes all photography, videography, and audio.

Answer explanation

This violates copyright AND is a distraction to the actors and the other audience members!

You should only get up if there is an emergency. The designated time for the audience to have a break is called ____________.

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This is the time you have during the show to use the restroom, get a snack or drink, text, etc.

A ________ ________ is reserved for if you believe the show was truly outstanding and you want to clap loudly to show support!

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If you loved the show, you can stand up to clap! This is an honor for a performer.

You have a responsibility to the ________ and the rest of the audience to be attentive and not disrupt the performance.

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Be respectful! It's not a game!

Why should you follow all theatre rules?

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We all want to have a safe and fun experience! Be a considerate audience member!

Which of these options are examples of good audience etiquette?

• Being in your seat before the play begins

• Yelling at the person in the box office about how expensive tickets are

• Only getting up during intermission

• Booing at the end of a scene

Which of these are examples of bad audience etiquette?

• Opening a can of Coke during the middle of a scene

• Texting your friend

• Answering a call on speaker during a play

• Letting your baby cry through all of Act 1