Theatre Etiquette

What is one common question that theatre first-timers ask?

• Is there a dress code?

• What is the price of tickets?

• What is the appropriate attire for the theater?

• Are there discounts available?

What is the most obvious rule of good theatre etiquette?

• Take photos during the performance

• Talk loudly to your neighbor

• Bring food to eat during the show

• Turn off your cell phone

What should you do if you have to cough during the show?

• Leave the theater

• Cough without covering your mouth

• Cough loudly

• Cover your mouth

What is the recommended behavior regarding eating during a Broadway show?

• Share food with your neighbors

• Bring a full meal to eat during the performance

• Eat dinner before the show

• Order food from the theater

What is the appropriate response to a disruptive audience member?

• Ignore their behavior

• Avoid overreacting

• Yell at them

• Throw objects at them

What is the recommendation regarding singing along during a Broadway show?

• Don't sing along

• Sing loudly

• Encourage others to sing along

• Join the performers on stage

What is the advice regarding standing ovations and entrance applause?

• Don't give in to peer pressure

• Applaud whenever others do

• Always stand and applaud

• Applaud only at the end of the show

What is the recommendation about taking photos during a Broadway show?

• No photos at any time

• Take photos discreetly

• Take photos only during intermission

• Ask permission before taking photos

What is the suggestion for dressing up when attending a theatre show?

• Wear whatever you feel comfortable in

• Casual clothing preferred

• Formal attire required

• Formal, but not too formal

What is the advice regarding talking during a theatre show?

• Ask questions during the show

• Keep conversations to intermission and after the show

• Discuss the show with your neighbor

• Talk freely throughout the performance