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Theatre etiquette

We are delighted to have you join us. The following guidelines will help you have an enjoyable experience at our theatre.

  • Please be on time. Latecomers will be seated ONLY at the discretion of house management.
  • Remember that the performers are in the same room with you and are affected by what you do. You can help them do their best by watching and listening carefully.
  • Cellular phones and pagers interrupt a performance. Please be sure that they are turned off. TEXT MESSAGING IS NOT ALLOWED DURING THE PERFORMANCE. House Management will confiscate any cellular phones that are used during the performance.
  • CD players, radios and other electronics are not permitted in the theatre. Please do not bring them with you to the performance.
  • The use of a camera or any type of recording equipment is not allowed.
  • Please eat before coming to the performance. Food and beverages are not allowed in the theatre. Audience members must refrain from eating or unwrapping candy during the performance as it causes distractions for others.
  • Please use the restroom before attending the performance.
  • Any student causing a disruption will be sent to the lobby and must be accompanied by an adult.

Enjoy the show!