Wed Matinee Dress Code

[bostonbroadwayfan]

Wed Matinee Dress Code#0

Posted: 3/3/06 at 8:36am

Just wondering if a Wed matinee is more casual than a weeknight performance. I want to make a day trip from Boston but dont want to dress up but I also dont want to stand out either. Thanks

[Gpvegas]

re: Wed Matinee Dress Code#1

Posted: 3/3/06 at 8:41am

I think as you will see, there is no dress code. As with the evening shows, people wear whatever they feel like.

[wexy]

re: Wed Matinee Dress Code#2

Posted: 3/3/06 at 8:58am

You have to dye your hair a silver-blue or you might not get in.

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Updated On: 3/3/06 at 08:58 AM

[papalovesmambo]

wed matinee dress code#3

Posted: 3/3/06 at 9:44am

wexy, there's an updated dress code that states clearly along with the silver-blue hair latex and/or leather are required for admittance to a wednesday matinee.

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[millie_dillmount]

wed matinee dress code#4

Posted: 3/3/06 at 10:29am

Don't dress sloppy, but don't overdo it either. I'd even say you could get away with wearing jeans, as long as you have a nice top to go with it.

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[peach]

wed matinee dress code#5

Posted: 3/3/06 at 10:33am

Look nice, but be comfortable. As others have mentioned, clearly, there is no dress code.

I sat behind a woman on a Saturday evening performance of DRS and she was wearing an apalling blue jogging outfit - sweatpants, sweatshirt and sneakers. Nice.

I often wear jeans to the theatre - I dress it up with a nice top/shoes. It's perfectly acceptable, and in that outfit you will look nicer than most of the other patrons - especially the ones in sweats!




Updated On: 3/3/06 at 10:33 AM

[Kitzarina]

wed matinee dress code#6

Posted: 3/3/06 at 10:36am

Whenever I go to the theatre I like to wear a red tracksuit with an I <3 Idina shirt underneath. And LOTS of glitter.

But again, that's just me

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[bostonbroadwayfan]

wed matinee dress code#7

Posted: 3/3/06 at 10:59am

I should have expected a certain number of wise-ass responses :)
If its warm enough Ill go with the tank top and shorts haha.
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[ashley0139]

wed matinee dress code#8

Posted: 3/3/06 at 3:08pm

This is a never-ending battle, and everyone has strong opinions. You will see people dressed in anything, but I usually go for something a little nice. Even to a matinee.

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[myManCape]

wed matinee dress code#9

Posted: 3/3/06 at 6:41pm

There is no dress code, for any show. Dress casual.

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[dancingthrulife04]

wed matinee dress code#10

Posted: 3/3/06 at 6:46pm

As you've already been givenn the dress code,I'll just tell you that Jersey Boys is a fantastic choice.

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[WickedGeek28]

wed matinee dress code#11

Posted: 3/3/06 at 6:48pm

Don't dress sloppy, but don't overdo it either. I'd even say you could get away with wearing jeans, as long as you have a nice top to go with it.

I totally agree. When I'm in the theatre district I ahve a lot of walking to do and usually am seeing two shows. Therefore, the above is perfect.

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[YankeeGal#24]

wed matinee dress code#12

Posted: 3/3/06 at 6:53pm

Nice to have someone care enough to ask this question!

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[Scarywarhol]

wed matinee dress code#13

Posted: 3/3/06 at 6:54pm

I almost half-miss how theater once was a big event to get dresses up for.

[jv92]

wed matinee dress code#14

Posted: 3/3/06 at 8:51pm

Just look like you're gonna wash your car. That's the dresscode most people follow on any ocassion.

[JustChillin8908]

wed matinee dress code#15

Posted: 3/3/06 at 8:52pm

Follow the general rule of thumb:

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[Nonfreak]

wed matinee dress code#16

Posted: 3/3/06 at 9:15pm

call me old fashioned.............but I really find it so disheartening that people don't dress up anymore when going to the theater. I have spent many years going to shows and I ALWAYS dress up.....jacket, tie, etc. It made going to a show an "evening out".Now, it seems everybody just throws on whatever to go out. I've worked in theater for about 6 years, and even cast members find it respectful when they see an audience dressed in "proper attire". If you want to dress any old way to see a show, that's your choice.......but my opinion is ."stand out....people will respect you for it and take notice" Going to the theater should still mean something a little special.

[jv92]

wed matinee dress code#17

Posted: 3/3/06 at 9:19pm

I completely agree with Nonfreak.

[Mamie]

wed matinee dress code#18

Posted: 3/3/06 at 9:26pm

I'm one who also likes to dress for the theatre - if for no other reason than out of respect for the performers on the stage. I do dress casual (but nice) for matinees. I also know that many like to wear jeans at matinees and that's fine as long as they're nice. The torn raggy jeans, or the ones hanging half way off the butt are absolutely taboo in my book. I feel like people who wear those with torn tshirts couldn't care less about themselves or the people on the stage. I wish they'd just stick with movies.

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[orangeskittles]

wed matinee dress code#19

Posted: 3/3/06 at 9:27pm

A baggy t-shirt and jeans is always underdressed. Yes, even at a matinee, even with rush tickets, even at Rent. I loathe when people make excuses for dressing like that.

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[iliketheater]

wed matinee dress code#20

Posted: 3/3/06 at 9:27pm

"Just look like you're gonna wash your car. That's the dresscode most people follow on any ocassion."

omg, ROFL!!!!

[ImaRose2]

wed matinee dress code#21

Posted: 7/22/07 at 10:40am

I know this is an old thread but I did want to do my due diligence and search the subject...

Do to the warmer weather at this time of year, do you see (think that) nice shorts (dockers) for gentlemen are considered acceptable? Naturally with a nice collared pull over.

Thank you as always...

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[Yankeefan007]

wed matinee dress code#22

Posted: 7/22/07 at 10:51am

Shorts are fine.

[junkyard]

wed matinee dress code#23

Posted: 7/22/07 at 11:03am

Be respectful of those silver hair with blue tint women. They pay full price for their tickets.......they don't stand in line at TKTS......

[Scarywarhol]

wed matinee dress code#24

Posted: 7/22/07 at 11:14am

I honestly can't remember the last time I got dressed up for a theatrical event. Except the Tonys.