Swan lake at Manchester Opera House: Dress code?

Question

I've bought a pair of tickets for Swan Lake at the Opera House Manchester for tomorrow night. Do you know if there is a special dress code for this event? I've never been to a ballet performance or to this venue so... I dont want to get there in "trainers" and find the rest of the people in black tie. Heeeeeeeelp! Cheerio
Edgar

Answer 1

Yet another vote for "Ringing them up." Unless a people's performance the ones I have been to were largely populated by smartly dressed people. Some were quite formal.
Have fun!
--That Cheeky Lad

Answer 2

Swan Lake Manchester

Answer 3

Another vote for "call them."

There's also a risk these days of showing up in a dinner jacket just to find everybody else in trainers...

From one opera house:

"We do not have a specific dress code other than requiring that you be fully clothed including shoes. Some patrons prefer to take advantage of the opera experience in fancy dress, others come in business attire, while some prefer the comfort of jeans. We believe the most important thing is that you feel comfortable and enjoy the production."

http://www.operaphilly.com/customer-service/opera-etiquette.shtml

If you can't get a good idea of what everybody else will be wearing, go for the 'business attire.' At worst, either way, you'll look like you just came from work -- but not like a slob or naff.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Evening performances tend to be more of a dressy event then afternoon performances. I went to see the Nutcracker in December at the Royal Opera House in London, Covent Garden. I wouldn't say a black tie or suit is necessary. Just wear a smart shirt, dark or light trousers, ( even smart looking dark jeans) but no trainers! Just a pair of nice smart shoes will do the job. Enjoy your evening.

Answer 6

I would ring them and ask, I have no idea to be honest, I think it totally depends on whose performing and where. I do know the opera is pretty strict on the dress code, as I was dragged to a seven hour(I'm not joking) opera by a school friends parents.

Answer 7

If I were you I would ring them.
I visited Sadler's Wells to see "Swan Lake",and dressed for the part only to find everyone in casual clothes including jeans,felt out of place so now I ring beforehand to find out their dress code.

Answer 8

while black tie would be appropriate, so, too, would after five dress. in case you don't know, after five may be coat and tie for a man, and evening dress, not a long gown, for women. a plain dress would not qualify as after five, but it may have a short hemline.

Answer 9

just wear some hot black top or a t-shirt and black pants. Or something one would wear to church.

Answer 10

i would call them and ask for best results