GUIDELINES FOR THEATRE AUDIENCES

There are numerous opportunities to attend performances at SOTA. Acceptable theatre etiquette begins with each audience member understanding that respect is a fundamental life lesson. SOTA requests that all parents and students individuals adhere to these guidelines.

Please DO NOT…

· Bring food, gum, candy or beverages into the Theatre at any time… this behavior is acceptable only at the movies or in your home.

· Call out names, yell at the performers and disrupt the action on the stage

· Enter the theatre when a performance is in progress. If you are not seated before a performance begins, please wait until intermission or until you are seated by an usher.

· Show disrespect for the performer/s by reading, writing, talking or propping feet on the seat in front of you.

· Enter the theatre through the stage door.

· Leave the theatre during a performance.

Please DO…

· Applaud according to the dictates of the performance. For example, it is appropriate to applaud a jazz soloist immediately upon conclusion of the solo. However, it is not appropriate to applaud between movements of a symphony.

· Be tolerant of performers who may make an error. Each performer is trying his/her best, and needs your understanding and support.

· Please use the restroom before performances begin.

· Please help maintain the cleanliness of the theatre.

· Individuals engaging in disruptive behavior will be asked to leave the theatre. All audience members have the right to fully appreciate the performance without interruption.

· Students are asked to come to the auditorium with their teacher and will not be seated without an adult supervisor being present.