Babies crying in theaters
Babies crying in theaters
Babies crying in theaters#1
Posted: 5/16/26 at 10:04am
I was watching a YouTube video of a play. This baby was crying for 2 full minutes over singing and monologues before the father took him out. How is this generally handled on Broadway? Does it happen often?
Babies crying in theaters#2
Posted: 5/16/26 at 10:16am
It doesn't happen often in my attending Broadway shows. I think a baby is generally not allowed to attend.
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
Babies crying in theaters#3
Posted: 5/16/26 at 10:24am
Simple. Children under 5 are not permitted at Broadway shows. Even Disney’s THE LION KING has it posted “no children under 2 permitted.” This info is clearly posted on show websites and ticket selling websites as well as the theatre’s box office.
Babies crying in theaters#4
Posted: 5/16/26 at 10:51am
BrodyFosse123 said: "Simple. Children under 5 are not permitted at Broadway shows. Even Disney’s THE LION KING has it posted “no children under 2 permitted.” This info is clearly posted on show websites and ticket selling websites as well as the theatre’s box office."
Does this rule also apply to off Broadway and off off Broadway shows?
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
Babies crying in theaters#5
Posted: 5/16/26 at 11:22am
Does this rule also apply to off Broadway and off off Broadway shows?
Indeed. It’s standard policy, basically, and deters from anyone showing up with an infant/toddler and legally having the upper hand.
HAMILTON is a bit more aggressive with their policy. Having to pay top ticket price for a 5 year old is a genuine deterrent for someone thinking of bringing their kid: 
Babies crying in theaters#7
Posted: 5/16/26 at 1:08pm
Obviously a child doesn’t carry an ID to ensure they are of age, so while it is a rule that under a certain age is prohibited, some kids can look older than their actual age and also this rule operates in an honor system. (Personally, I grew like a weed and acted/looked 6 when I was 3, so anything is possible).
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