Attending special theatre productions as a family can be a vacation highlight.  Planning a weekend get-away to enjoy a live show makes a great reason for a 

We hope these tips will help in planning a family outing to a Live Theatre Show.

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Look for age appropriate theatre productions.  Research the production:  ensure that it will not scare younger children but will be entertaining for older children.  See Travelling with Teenagers Travel Tips

Pick a show time that will work well for the youngest child.  Avoid nap time or evening productions that will go past bedtime.

Aisle seats may be preferable for very young children or babes in arms where the necessity to leave during the production may arise.

Matinee performances are usually a great option for families with very young children and ticket prices may be reduced for these performances.

Ask if the theatre offers any discounts, including on-line discounts for tickets or a local hotel offers packages with tickets.  Babes in arms may be free if sharing a parent's lap. 

Many theatres offer children an opportunity to see back stage, ask the theatre if this is offered.

Have an early meal just before the show so that hunger will not detract from the enjoyment of the show.

Make it a special occasion - dress up to give the experience a special feeling.  This is a good opportunity for kids to practice manners and behavior in a formal setting that is fun too.

Enjoy a nice family dinner before the show - see Tips for Eating Out and Dining with Children

Talk to your children about the show but don't reveal too much - let it be a surprise.

Explain what behavior will be appropriate. "Quiet Voices, Quiet Feet" is a great suggestion.  Tell your kids about it before the show and when a reminder is needed just say the phrase.

Don't let children kick the seats in front of them.

Visit the restrooms before the show starts - that way you know where they are if you need to visit them during the show (but hopefully you won't as a result of the pre-show visit).

Ask the theatre if they offer booster seats for very young children.

Don't let children wander the theatre unaccompanied.

Supervise children when using the restroom - see Safety tips for Using Public Washrooms

Talk a walk during intermission for a change of scenery and maybe a washroom or refreshment break.

Enjoy watching your children's faces during the production and the memories that it will give them.

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