Rules of conduct in the theater: culture and etiquette

Theatrical scenes amaze with their entertainment and beauty. Live acting evokes a storm of emotions, immersing you in the atmosphere of a masterfully crafted performance. One of the most common ways to get involved in culture is visiting theaters, where there is a proper etiquette of behavior.

In terms of significance, a theatrical performance is comparable to a solemn or official reception, therefore, it requires compliance with certain norms of ethics in communication and behavior. At all times there were their behavioral norms. Now the requirements for them have been simplified a bit. However, this does not mean that they can be ignored.

When visiting a theater institution, it is recommended to behave with restraint. Do not talk loudly, create crowding, publicly put yourself in order. That's what ladies' rooms are for. For any questions, you can contact the theater staff. This must be done with special courtesy and respect.

In order not to be a "black sheep" and get the maximum pleasure from the performance you have watched, you must follow the unspoken canons accepted by society. They will help maintain the atmosphere of the holiday and a kind of sacrament of action.

The first impression is made by appearance. Style, colors, manner of wearing clothes, hairstyle are important.

• Appearance should be neat. It is not necessary to wear chic dresses or tuxedos. A modest neat image is quite appropriate. Decorations are allowed.
• For men, it is better to come in a classic suit with a discreet shirt. Sportswear is not recommended.
• Attention should be paid to footwear, not only its model, but also cleanliness. Sneakers, of course, are more comfortable, but for a theatrical event, it is better to choose a classic style.
• Hair should be neatly styled. They can fall off the shoulders or be gathered into a bun. When using barrettes, it is best to opt for elegant discreet colors and designs.
• Men should also be neatly combed and shaved. One of the fashion trends is wearing a beard. In this case, she should look well-groomed.
• You can use perfume.

Among the main canons are the following.

1. Don't be late for the theater. You need to arrive 15-20 minutes before the last bell rings. Otherwise, the performance may not be allowed. If you are late, you can not make your way through the aisles between the seats. It is recommended to sit quietly in the nearest empty seat.You can take your seats during the break.
2. Take your seats before the third bell rings.. You can not occupy the seats you like. If the seat indicated on the ticket is occupied, you should politely ask the seated people to release it.
3. Walk to your seats carefully.trying not to offend other viewers. The face should be turned towards the seated person. If the aisle is very narrow, seated spectators should stand up and allow others to pass.
4. Having taken your place, it is not recommended to occupy both armrests, move close, blocking the stage. All this can create a feeling of nervousness, discomfort in others.

To the basic rules of conduct, whether at an ordinary performance, opera or music, can include the following.

• Complete silence must be observed. You can’t shout something from a place, discuss actors, rustle bags, sneeze, cough loudly. Mobile phones must be turned off or muted. This distracts not only those around, but also the actors themselves.
• It is not allowed to sleep during the performance.
• It is not recommended to eat. You should eat during a break in special places, for example, in a cafe or bar.
• It is indecent to leave the hall during a theatrical action, even if it is boring.

• If binoculars are issued to watch the performance, then it is not recommended to view other spectators through it.
• Do not express your emotions violently. Applause is important at the right time. Better if they are discreet.
• Flowers should be given at the end of the whole action. You don't have to go straight to the stage to do this. Bouquets are passed in the aisle between the stage and the first row or through the theater staff.
• At the end of the performance, the actors go out to the audience several times, bowing. Therefore, immediately after the completion of the action, you do not need to run faster to pick up clothes.

Theatrical establishment is a place where observance of etiquette between a man and a woman.

• When entering a building, a man must precede a woman. He opens the door to his companion.
• In the wardrobe, a man helps a woman to undress, only then takes off his coat or jacket. The numbers also remain in the companion's pocket. He also hands them over to the cloakroom attendant at the end of the theatrical performance. Leaving the theater, on the contrary, the man gets dressed first, and then he helps his girlfriend get dressed.
• At the entrance to the hall where the performance will take place, tickets are given to the controller by a man. They must be kept by him.
• The man goes first to the places indicated on the tickets, showing the way to his companion.
• Having found the right seats, the man must wait for the woman to settle down, and then sit down himself.
• If during the break the woman remains in the hall, then the man is recommended to stay next to her. If he still needs to go out, then he can do this, after apologizing first.

Children are the most demanding audience. They subtly feel the atmosphere of insincerity. Each age is characterized by its own perception of the world, behavioral characteristics.But, despite this, children from an early age need to instill the rules of etiquette that will help them become successful in life.

Before the first visit to a theater institution, it is important for a child to briefly, in general terms, explain what kind of place it is, why they come there, what are the rules of conduct.

• During the theatrical action, one must sit exactly in one's seat, trying not to hurt the neighbors.
• It is forbidden to run, jump. And during the performance it is not even allowed to walk.
• Complete silence must be observed. You can not scream, laugh out loud, talk.
• You can not eat, scattering crumbs, garbage.
• It is indecent to go out during a theatrical performance.
• You can't play games on your phone, even if what's happening on stage seems uninteresting.

For information on how to behave in the theater, see the following video.