Theatre Etiquette
When you go to a theatrical performance or are just watching
a performance in class, it is important to be on your best behavior. This is called Theatre Etiquette, or “How to have Good Manners during a Performance”.
1.
Be Quiet – This means no talking and no
whispering
2.
Pay Attention – no dozing, no drooling, try to
be awake and involved.
3.
Show up on time, and don’t leave before the
performance is over.
4.
Arms, legs, and all other body parts to yourself
5.
Thank performers by clapping when appropriate
6.
Laugh when
appropriate
7.
Cry when
appropriate
8.
Turn off all noise making technology (cell
phones, iPods, iPads, pagers, children, etc.)
9.
Treat others the way you would like to be
treated if you were performing!
