Being respectful and considerate of others is the main idea behind “rules” of conduct.
The 10 basic etiquette tips for the theater are:

1. To avoid being late, plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before curtain. Sometimes unexpected circumstances make it impossible to arrive on time. However, if you arrive late, you must wait patiently until there is a break in the act, performance, or symphony. Please do not argue with the ushers about having to wait, they are just doing their job.

2. Turn off cell phones, pagers, watch alarms, and other electronic devices. This is a big problem. If you forgot to turn off your cell phone and it goes off during the performance, immediately turn it off, please do not answer the call. You can always check for messages during the intermission.

3. Do not talk, whisper, sing, or hum during the performance. Noises that are distracting to the performers or other audience members detract from the enjoyment of the show for everyone.

4. Do not eat and drink during the performance. It’s too distracting, and out of consideration to the actors and your neighbors, save the snacking for intermission.

5. Unwrap cough suppressants during applause, laughing, or loud musical numbers.

6. Keep feet on the floor, not on the seat in front of you.

7. At the end of the performance, during curtain call, don't rush for the exits. It's very rude to the actors.

8. Performers appreciate enthusiastic applause, but not whistling or shouting, unless it is "Brava" or "Bravo". This is not a rock concert.

9. If you bring your child to the theater, prepare them beforehand by telling them about theater manners. Explain that they should be quiet, sit still, and not disturb others around them. If it is a serious play, tell them to listen carefully and not laugh at the sad parts or other inappropriate times. They need to keep any negative comments to themselves, until they get in the car or home. Actors have worked hard to prepare the play, and it could hurt their feelings and effect their performance. Have them use the restroom before the performance begins. If your child disturbs the audience, take them to the lobby. Some theaters prefer children under 4 not attend, unless it is a youth symphony or other children’s performance.

10. It is dangerous and distracting for performers as well as other audience members for Flash Photography, Video Cameras and other recording devices to be used during a performance. These devices are prohibited in the theater during performances unless authorized by the Artistic Director.

Other useful tips:

The Camp Foster Performing Arts Auditorium is often chilly so you may want to bring a jacket.

If you dine out before attending the theater, use the restroom at the restaurant as theater restrooms will have long lines.

Normally, theater seats are staggered so that no one is directly in front of you. However, if your view is totally blocked by a tall person in front of you, ask the usher to find you another seat before the performance begins.

Ticket Policies

-The Box Office Ticket sales start one hour before curtain.

-We are not set up to sell advanced tickets or take reservations for this show but, Tickets are available at Kadena's ITT any time. They also offer Will-Call tickets. Just call Kadena ITT at 634-4322 to order your tickets and they will be waiting for you at the Box Office the night of the show.
Contact Kadena ITT for more info

-The theater has open seating so all seats are "first come, first served".

-The House opens one half hour before curtain.

For more info E-mail:

boxoffice

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