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Old May 16th, 2006, 07:43 PM
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what is the correct dress for an evening show? Do the men need a suit?
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Old May 16th, 2006, 07:50 PM
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He could wear a suit, but he'd probably look out of place. Regular slacks and a sport shirt are fine. If he wore a t-shirt and jeans he wouldn't be alone.
 
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In the 21st century, you go to the London theatre any which way you want...

I have seen men come in with a suit and tie and dress shoes

I have seen men come in with blue jeans, a t shirt and sneakers.

You know something.....they were all allowed to stay for the entire performance.
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Are suits needed in London unless we are going to a 5 star restaurant?
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Old May 17th, 2006, 03:34 AM
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NO. In fact I only travel with a blazer or sportcoat to London and eat at some very fine restaurants and still notice men in dress shirt without jacket at all. There may be a few places that require a jacket, but I haven't run into them. I strongly suspect that even the "trendier"
or more modern 5 star places don't require a jacket. And the summer also becomes more casual than the winter.
 
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I agree completely with Neo. When we were in London last month and attended several theatre performances there was a WIDE variety of dress from coats and ties to sport shirts to jeans and sweatshirts.
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The only time I wear a suit to the theatre is if I have come straight from work.

Generally just wear what you would wear to an ordinary restaurant etc.

NO SHORTS! (Really Americans this can't be stressed enough)
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Old May 17th, 2006, 04:18 AM
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Good this is one less thing to bring

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