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Now its the girlfriends birthday in october, and I hinted to her that I might take her to the theatre for it. She loves the idea, and I also planned on buying her something nice to wear for it.
Ive got 2 problems though. First of all is what the hell do I go see? We live near harrogate, and could travel to york/leeds if needs be. Thing is, ive no idea whats showing where in october, so could use some pointers here. Only thing is, its a birthday present, so something fun and interesting, not super serious stuff and Id feel that'd take the fun out of the day.
The second problem is what to get her. I had the idea in my head of theatre being something to dress up for, so suit for me and a lovely dress for her. My only worry is actually everyone else going will be dressed like the great unwashed, and we'll stick out like mad, which would probably throw the evening for her. Is there any dress code, or do people generally make an effort when they attend?
Cheers
Ive got 2 problems though. First of all is what the hell do I go see? We live near harrogate, and could travel to york/leeds if needs be. Thing is, ive no idea whats showing where in october, so could use some pointers here. Only thing is, its a birthday present, so something fun and interesting, not super serious stuff and Id feel that'd take the fun out of the day.
The second problem is what to get her. I had the idea in my head of theatre being something to dress up for, so suit for me and a lovely dress for her. My only worry is actually everyone else going will be dressed like the great unwashed, and we'll stick out like mad, which would probably throw the evening for her. Is there any dress code, or do people generally make an effort when they attend?
Cheers
Rotary Madness said:
...I hinted to her that I might take her to the theatre...She loves the idea.
First of all is what the hell do I go see?
On this occasion NOT the Rocky Horror ShowFirst of all is what the hell do I go see?
Rotary Madness said:
Is there any dress code, or do people generally make an effort when they attend?
This is why:
You probably would'nt have to worry about a Christmas present.
I'm sure I've been to the theatre in Harrogate and it had quite a good one.
As for dressing up, that's not done anymore (I frequently go to concerts at a variety of venues in London and the surrounding area, and occasionally the theatre). People under the age of 65 all wear open neck shirts, smart jeans/trousers and shoes, like you might to a middle of the road restaurant on a Saturday night, with perhaps a jacket if you like to be a bit smarter. Old people wear a jacket and tie, but usually casual. The only dressing up that I'm aware of is for the Opera in London, but I've never been to that and can't advise.
As for dressing up, that's not done anymore (I frequently go to concerts at a variety of venues in London and the surrounding area, and occasionally the theatre). People under the age of 65 all wear open neck shirts, smart jeans/trousers and shoes, like you might to a middle of the road restaurant on a Saturday night, with perhaps a jacket if you like to be a bit smarter. Old people wear a jacket and tie, but usually casual. The only dressing up that I'm aware of is for the Opera in London, but I've never been to that and can't advise.
Rotary Madness said:
Ok thanks, if I stick her in a nice dress would she stand out too much? Something like a cocktail one, or would I be better off finding something more formal to do?
As Rob mentioned above, it's only really at the Opera where folk dress up.A smart cocktail dress that can be reused would be fine for the theatre, but be prepared for a significant number to be wearing more casual outfits.
Rotary Madness said:
Ok thanks, if I stick her in a nice dress would she stand out too much? Something like a cocktail one, or would I be better off finding something more formal to do?
I should have mentioned above, I do occasionally see couples dressed up at concerts in central London (Royal Festival Hall etc). Yes, they do stand out. Personally I'd feel like a bit of a berk, but to be honest I am quite a self concious person who likes to blend in. I quite like dressing smartly actually, because it makes a change (I don't wear a suit to work), but the opportunities are very rare because most people like to dress down.Personally, I'd take her to see something nice that she'll enjoy (which may be the ballet if she likes that, or perhaps a musical if she would prefer that), and perhaps try to arrange a meal in a nice restaurant if the timing of the performance allows for it. Dressing up not necessary though.
Do girls still wear ' Cocktail Dresses ' my mum did in 1958!! But in those days a Cocktail Party was a standing around affair with Martinis to drink and lumps of cheese stuck on sticks protruding from cut in half grapefruits with a silver foil covering .
You do not need a special dress to go to the Theatre and have a ' Long Slow Screw Against The Wall ' after... do you ?
Rower
You do not need a special dress to go to the Theatre and have a ' Long Slow Screw Against The Wall ' after... do you ?
Rower
Well Ive gone and bought 2 tickets to see swan lake, cost the best part of 40 quid, so rounded it up with a donation to the upkeep.
Ive decided to just wear a suit, and get her a nice dress, nothing to showey. Dont care if we stand out, just means we dont look like some of the great Unwashed.
Thanks for the help
Ive decided to just wear a suit, and get her a nice dress, nothing to showey. Dont care if we stand out, just means we dont look like some of the great Unwashed.
Thanks for the help
Well I know how annoying it is when people never come back to let us know how it went, so I thought I would 
The Ballet itself was very good, it looked like a bit of a squeeze on stage, so top marks for the dancers. The music was very good, only annoying thing for me was it was all from a recording, no live music, but again, no room for them.
You guys were right though, we were the best dressed there :/ I wore a suit, and her a dress, and I think everyone else was either in jeans, or at a push, trousers and a jacket.
Think im going to give Leeds/York?bradford theatre a go next, much much bigger and more upmarket, so hopefully itll be more of an event.
Thanks for the help
The Ballet itself was very good, it looked like a bit of a squeeze on stage, so top marks for the dancers. The music was very good, only annoying thing for me was it was all from a recording, no live music, but again, no room for them.
You guys were right though, we were the best dressed there :/ I wore a suit, and her a dress, and I think everyone else was either in jeans, or at a push, trousers and a jacket.
Think im going to give Leeds/York?bradford theatre a go next, much much bigger and more upmarket, so hopefully itll be more of an event.
Thanks for the help
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