theatre dress?
Feb 17th, 2002, 09:05 PM
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police, what is it that bothers you about jeans? I don't fault people for wearing what they want, so I don't see why people can't return the favor. After all, do we go to the theatre to look at other people, because I can do that anywhere. <BR><BR>That said, what's up with Gwyneth's stylist these days? I mean pul-eez.
Feb 18th, 2002, 01:59 AM
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Well, you won't get chucked out if you wear jeans, but going to an evening performance or a nice restaurant is a bit of an occasion. What's wrong with looking nice? I'd say smart casual is a good idea, something like a skirt/smart pair of trousers and a classic black polo-neck. A nice but not too "dressy" dress would also be fine.<BR>It's not universal but many older people go to matinees and they tend to be more formal in their dress.<BR>I'll be flamed, but I think that jeans and shorts are only suitable for those under 35 and/or with an equivalent waist size.<BR>
Feb 18th, 2002, 05:16 AM
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Last time in London, at a sold out popular play, the audience was so mixed,you could wear just about anything!<BR>I wore a sort of pants suit,black pants,colored jacket.Husband wore turtleneck with nice coat over it.There were young people with whatever they had worn all day,some ladies I met in the loo from Ohio who were wearing sparkley cocktail dresses..some men in suits.So, whatever you feel is comfortable and that you would wear back home is fine.Always remember,you are the guest, would you show up at a friends party dressed to do the gardening?<BR>*I never judge people by what they wear at events such as this, you have no idea what they can afford, it is the idea that they will buy tickets and go to a play that is important to them, not being the most fashionable.When I see young people with their jeans and backpacks, I am thrilled that they are spending their money on Broadway/West End entertainment.Sometimes they are staying in hostels, but will spend the little money they can afford by going to the theater and I think that is great!
Feb 18th, 2002, 05:20 AM
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Okay, don't shoot me, but I have worn jeans to the theatre many times in London. There isn't a dress code, as London's theatre now truly caters to the tourist.<BR><BR>When I was in Prague in November, I went to the Queen/Czech Philharmonic Benefit Concert at the Rudolfinnium in honor of the 10th anniversary of Freddie Mercury's death from Aids. The Rudolfinnium is known for hosting classical concerts, and the normal attire for these events are ball gowns and tuxedos. That being said, the attire was from jeans and leather to ball gowns and tuxedos. This was the first type of "classical rock" concert of its kind in Prague, and all types of music lovers purchased tickets. It was truly amazing seeing the mix of clothes, and no one snickered at each other. I wore chinos and a sweater, however, I did speak to a woman who was in a ball gown and asked about the range of attire -- she said, had the concert not been at the Rudolfinnium, she would have worn her jeans and leather, and if she could have gone home to change her clothes, she would have changed. By the way, this woman had to be in her 60s and she had a great figure and would have looked awesome in jeans and leather.<BR><BR>Bottomline, wear what you are comfortable in. Don't let anyone dictate your style.
Feb 18th, 2002, 11:16 AM
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I think the jeans hangup is based on the versatility of the item. One can look like a movie star or a farmer - it's all in the accessories. Telling someone that it is OK to wear jeans is opening a big can of worms because you don't know how it will be interpreted. I relate it to dress-down Fridays - some people come in sweats and others in nice pants and a shirt. You just can't be too vague about the direction. <BR><BR>On another note, why wouldn't you want to dress nicely to go out on the town? Even if it's only for your honey.
Feb 18th, 2002, 12:27 PM
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London theatre crowds are often dressed more casually than here in San Francisco (or even L.A.). Count me as one who prefers to dress up at least a little for the theatre. When in London I haven't wanted to pack real dressy clothes but a nice sweater (or even button down shirt) with khakis still looks nicer to me than my 501's. And yes, matinees are the most casual.
Feb 18th, 2002, 12:46 PM
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Personally, I don't care if Americans visit the theatre in binliners with buckets on their heads. I only ask that they remember that they are watching a live performance and that they are not watching TV at home. That way, they will settle in their seats before the performance begins, they will not munch and chomp and they won't comment on the action in loud voices or stage whispers.
