Broadway Dress Code- Page 4

[brdwyman]

Posted: 8/20/05 at 2:04pm

It really depends on the show

Posted: 8/20/05 at 2:04pm

You mean if the actors on stage are in suits than men purchasing tixs should wear suits?

Maybe if an actor appears nude, we can come to the show naked? hmmmmm.
Updated On: 8/20/05 at 02:04 PM

[JMVR]

Posted: 8/20/05 at 2:06pm

I think a nice glitzy black number in sequins, fishnets and heels is very appropriate for an evening at the theater.

As for what the women should wear,I have no opinion.

[brdwyman]

Posted: 8/20/05 at 2:42pm

no i think someone has probably said this but is if it like Wicked yea thats when u should wear nice clothes. But if your seeing like spellin bee no need for that nice of clothes

[colleen_lee]

Posted: 8/20/05 at 3:42pm

Uhh....ok... and this logic comes from where?

I can understand that some shows have a more laidback feel (i.e. RENT, Avenue Q, etc.) But what exacgtly makes Wicked a real dress-up show and Spelling Bee not?

Updated On: 8/20/05 at 03:42 PM

[brdwyman]

Posted: 8/20/05 at 3:48pm

well i didnt mean it like spelling bee isnt a good show , i really like it. I was just saying that Wicked is formal and Spelling Bee is a pretty short show and its a fun show to see when u donthave to wear the fancy clot

I didnt mean it to be bad Updated On: 8/20/05 at 03:48 PM

[cathyhyatt]

Posted: 8/20/05 at 4:54pm

I don't see anything wrong with wearing jeans...as long as you're wearing a nice top with them or something. You can def. look neat and presentable in a pair of jeans..

[brdwyman]

Posted: 8/20/05 at 4:58pm

i agree^^^

[Marlene]

Posted: 8/20/05 at 5:09pm

Juicy sweats galore when I went to see Wicked. But they were kiddies.

[mauriposa]

Posted: 2/26/07 at 6:10pm

Bumping to ask about the unspoken dress code for the Drowsy Chaperone. I'm going on a Saturday evening and want to go all out. At the same time, though, I don't want my husband to resent me and pout because I made him wear nice pants when everyone else is wearing ratty jeans and hoodies, like they were the last time we saw Wicked. Thoughts?

[bwaylover86]

Posted: 2/26/07 at 6:19pm

Shows like Wicked (Rent, Spelling Bee etc) tend to have a younger crowd that don't care about dressing up. I myself am 21 and will admit if I am going to a weekday show or a matinee I will wear jeans and a nice top. For a Friday or Saturday night, however, I always try to wear black slacks and a nice top and shoes. Honestly, there will probably always be those people who dress way down, but its more about what you are comfortable in. I think getting dressed up a little is always fun and certainly more appropriate for a Saturday night show then jeans and a hoodie lol.

[winston89]

Posted: 2/26/07 at 6:55pm

When i go to see a show I always plan at least the night before that i am gonna see a show the next night. I don't buy my tickets in advance i just take my chances when I am at times square. I could if I want to look nice but I don't. Personaly, when I go to the theatre throw on jeans and t shirt and sneakers. If you want to judge my by looks I look like the kind of person you would never ever expect to see in a broadway house. I strongly belive that no one is there to see you in your fancy outfit. And your going to be in a dark theatre for a few hours and no one will see you then. Also, the actors don't care about what you wear And you cannot judge at all how you respect the preformers just by how you dress. But, I am however the one that will yell at soone if they won't shut up and I know how to act. And that is FAR more important then how you look.

[C is for Company]

Posted: 2/26/07 at 7:07pm

I agree, even though I am partial to wearing the outfit I have on in my avatar right now. Everyone loves jewels at the theater!

[HollyImposter]

Posted: 2/26/07 at 8:12pm

Always dress up as that characters in the show.

[allyk]

Posted: 2/26/07 at 8:51pm

I have worn jeans to the theatre on quite a few occasions - the most recent was to Les Miz on Saturday. But I always wear nice, unripped jeans, usually with a polo shirt, as normally I don't plan on seeing a show, as I live four hours from the city, and that's what I normally wear anyways. I've worn jeans to Wicked two out of the 3 times I have seen it it, and to Les Miz all three times I've seen it, and to Movin' Out on tour. And I wore nice jean capris to Hairspray, Spelling Bee and DRS. Occasionally I'll dress up, but usually it's either too cold or to warm to do so (as I tend to see a lot of shows both on tour and in NYC in the summer or winter) but I always wear a nice top with it, unless I do lotto, and then I wear whatever I had on that day. I do feel that if yo look presentable, jeans aside, it's a heck of a lot better than looking like you just rolled out of bed! (I do always wear a sweater or sweatshirt though, as I am always cold!)

[wonderfulwizard11]

Posted: 2/26/07 at 9:07pm

I don't really "dress up" when I see a show, but I do try to look nice. I normally wear a nice polo with either some dress pants of nice jeans(no rips, no holes), and nice shoes. However, if I would wina lottery or something, I would most likely wear what I have on.

Posted: 2/26/07 at 9:10pm

For women, I see no problem with going to the theatre in a nice (i.e. not ripped, not overly faded) pair of jeans with a somewhat dressy shirt (e.g. something you'd see at a store like Express). Anything less than that is a no-no in my book.

[Wanna Be A Foster]

Posted: 2/26/07 at 9:13pm

Conformity is BORING. Dress like YOU. Not like someone else.

[bwaylover86]

Posted: 2/26/07 at 10:49pm

This issue has been debated to death. Everyone has there own opinion and thinks that it is right. Back in the day people used to put on tuxedos and gowns to go to broadway shows... now they throw on jeans and a t-shirt... its sort of sad. Yes, the actors don't necessarily care and you are sitting in the dark for the most part and I understand the whole lottery thing or if you are just in the city for the day and are walking around a lot... but it is a respect thing I guess. It is really up to what the person is comfortable in. These days no one will notice if you are dressed up or down so it really doesn't matter.

[suzycat]

Posted: 2/27/07 at 12:39am

Jeans are totally OK as long as you don't look trashy.

[mauriposa]

Posted: 2/27/07 at 12:42am

Hmm... now I'm worried about being overdressed.

[suzycat]

Posted: 2/27/07 at 2:14am

There's nothing wrong with looking nice, just don't wear an evening gown or anything!

[bwaylover86]

Posted: 2/27/07 at 8:58am

On a Saturday night, I would say most of the adults will be wearing nicer outfits. I wouldn't tell your husband to wear a suit, but a nice shirt and pants are definitly appropriate and is probably what a lot of the other men will be wearing.

[bway123]

Posted: 2/27/07 at 10:29am

Last I was in NY I saw 3 shows. No one was dressed up. I think the theatre is more "kid friendly" than it was 10 years ago. Dressing down sells more tickets. College kids wont go dressed up. Also shows like Spelling Bee, Rent, Wicked have a "cult" following. Shows Like Jersey Boys attracts an older "well 5o something" crowd and your more likely to see some dressing up on a Saturday night...

[Parsley]

Posted: 2/27/07 at 11:24am

You are going to enjoy a performance not to be seen so wear something comfortable. You are the customer after all. Sure, if you turn up scruffy, or what others might deem scruffy or inappropriate, then others may well look at you or talk about you (but that's their problem).

If you feel that dressing up makes it more of an occasion TO YOU then do so.

Given that most orchestra members do not dressing up, why on earth should the audience? Come to think of it, why not expect the actors to arrive and leave smartly (ridiculous of course)