Waitress Appropriate for children?

Meh....lots of infidelity. Watch the film, that'll give you a pretty good idea. It sounds like it's more about her interest level, not appropriateness.

I was squeamish about sex and romance at 12, and I probably would not have liked Waitress because of that, but I don't think it is inappropriate or upsetting or anything for someone that age. It shouldn't be a problem for a 16 year old. I think whether they deal well with the more adult elements of the show will likely have more to do with their level of interest in the show than the content itself.

I think the subject matter is a little heavy for a 12 year old but the show does an excellent job of presenting it in a way that moves you but doesn't allow it to bog the entire experience down. The subject matter involves domestic abuse, adultery, some salty language and a few sexually suggestive moments. I have never seen the movie and someone commented to me that the movie was awful and not worth seeing. Now that I have seen Waitress twice, I don't want anything to spoil the experience I've had. According to this person, the movie is nothing like the Broadway production, so I'm not sure that watching the movie will answer your question about whether this show is age appropriate.

Bottom line is that you know your children better than we do, so if you feel they are mature enough to understand and not be upset by some of it, then its a wonderfully entertaining production.

It depends on what you are comfortable with..and what you think your daughter will be comfortable.

It's very adult in theme...dealing with spousal abuse, adultery (by more than one couple), a funny "stalker". It's not that I wouldn't want a 12 year old child of mine to see this..but I think a conversation both before and after is MANDATORY.

This is a musical comedy genre - and 12 year olds (and the 16 year old) need to know that adultery, being a stalker, etc is not cute - no matter how it's presented in this play. In a sense I think younger might be easier because some of it might go over her head.

If she's not a mature 12, I would skip it. The film is PG-13.

mc1227 said: "I have never seen the movie and someone commented to me that the movie was awful and not worth seeing. Now that I have seen Waitress twice, I don't want anything to spoil the experience I've had."

The movie is excellent in my opinion (and most people I know really like it as well), Keri Russell is great in it. If you like the show you'll probably like the movie.

Anyway, the movie is PG-13, so I would watch it yourself and decide. No one else can really judge what your kid can handle.

I agree with what most have said, I think 12 is a bit young, especially since you say yourself she's more on the immature side. She would probably be uncomfortable at times, and might not take much joy out of the show as whole if she's not interested in romance at all yet (I know I wasn't at that age). And seeing themes and moments like that acted out on stage is also a bit different than seeing it on a TV screen I think. Does she like romantic movies? If that's already a no, don't take her.

My friend and I took our 14-year-old daughters to this show last Wednesday. I certainly don't regret it as both girls really loved it and we had good conversation after. BUT! There is, as has been noted, some suggested sex that is a bit...jarring when you are sitting there with your young teen daughter. We were all a bit uncomfortable during those scenes.

MBFan said: "Too bad there's not a rating system for theater like there is for movies."



I believe there is some kind of system. On tdf they had American Psycho rated R.

I don't know if you still need advice, but I'll respond anyway:p I'm 11 years old, and a huge theatre nut. I personally had no problem with the show itself, the only problem was the awkwardness. My mom was there and it was just odd. But there are many affairs and pregnancy problems. As someone said, it might be more concerning to think of the interest level. I love this show and everything about it. But it is a little mature and may be boring for an immature 12-year-old. I've been told, and I believe, I am a mature 11 year old. Maybe if your willing watch it online or listen to it? There's more smut besides in the songs, though. Maybe tell someone close to watch it and report back. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wND8jA1ksE&t=3639s

Faith 2 said: "I don't know if you still need advice, but I'll respond anyway:p I'm 11 years old, and a huge theatre nut. I personally had no problem with the show itself, the only problem was the awkwardness. My mom was there and it was just odd. But there are many affairs and pregnancy problems. As someone said, it might be more concerning to think of the interest level. I love this show and everything about it. But it is a little mature and may be boring for an immature 12-year-old. I've been told, and I believe, I am a mature 11 year old. Maybe if your willing watch it online or listen to it? There's more smut besides in the songs, though. Maybe tell someone close to watch it and report back. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wND8jA1ksE&t=3639s



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This is completely off-topic, and I hope it doesn't come off as condescending (I promise I mean it with genuine kindness and sincerity). But you are very eloquent and well-spoken for 11! When I was 11, I could barely string a sentence together LOL. Again completely off-topic, but I wanted to give you props :)

Thanks, BroadwayRox:) I've always been told I was better at Language arts than math, and my report cards agree:p Most of my friends and other 11-year-olds have become more mature, and I think its because of the state of the world and our exposure to it. Oops off topic again...