swan lake in edinburgh playhouse
2007-03-08 01:32:34 · 9 answers · asked by Yahooer 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Well that depends on what part you're in. Tights/tutu are usually order of the day ;-)
Of course, if you're just watching, it's best to go for something quite smart although you don't need to wear a full suit or bow tie or anything, and it's probably best to avoid jeans or trainers.
It's always worth phoning/checking the website to check if there is a specific dress-code. These days ballet and opera aren't anywhere near as stuffy as they used to be but you could check just to give yourself peace of mind.
2007-03-08 01:38:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on where you are sitting. You'll get away with more when sitting high up, but the more expensive seats (stalls etc) require more formal dress. If you're high up I'd wear trousers and a shirt probably with tie, or skirt and blouse or trousers and top for women. Nothing too sparkly or low cut, and certainly not jeans and trainers. In the stalls wear at least this level if not more formal, but unless it is the opening night or something a DJ would be over the top (opening nights tend to be cocktail dresses with DJ or Prince Charlie for the Scots). You'll know if it's the opening night because you will have been specially invited and the card will have a dress code.
In answer to the person (American I imagine as he said 'slacks') who said you can never be overdressed, in the UK you can. Actually it's a bit of a faux pas. If you turn up in a ballgown and DJ the impression you'll give is that you know so little of society that you have no idea how to dress and think that a little evening at the ballet is like some debutante ball.
I've been to the ballet at the playhouse in Edinburgh and it's not that smart.
2007-03-09 13:07:30 · answer #2 · answered by KateScot 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its a sad thing really but it is true. No one dresses nice for something as nice a the ballet,
I have been to see most ballets showing in my town and I have to tell you if you saw the attire of some folk there, you'd be baffled.
I think jacket, shirt no tie, jeans, would do fine
home you enjoy your evening
swan lake my favourite, sure you will
2007-03-08 17:16:03 · answer #3 · answered by BUTTERFLY 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think there is a specific dress code anymore but if in doubt go for a suit. No need to go OTT with a tux as suggested earlier however, not sure people in Edinburgh will get that.
You could always go the whole hog and go for full tartan dress - might be a bit uncomfortable though.
2007-03-08 16:26:50 · answer #4 · answered by justasiam29 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dress the part of a gentleman. At the very least slacks and a nice shirt. I choose to wear a suit or even a tux when atteding the ballet with a lady because it is classy and there is no such thing as looking too good.
2007-03-08 09:42:53 · answer #5 · answered by fly guy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A dark suit, snazzy tie, white shirt, nice shoes. The closer to the stage you are sitting, the nicer the suit should be.
2007-03-08 10:25:21 · answer #6 · answered by riversconfluence 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At minimum, slacks, dress shirt, appropriate dress shoes. A blazer also, if one is available.
Tie and tails not necessary unless a special event that is marked "formal."
A nice way to say football kit and trainers are not usually worn.
--That Cheeky Lad
2007-03-08 17:11:45 · answer #7 · answered by Charles-CeeJay_UK_ USA/CheekyLad 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Business casual to business professional is usually the best way to go.
2007-03-08 10:17:38 · answer #8 · answered by Ms. Kitty knows it all 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Cod piece !
2007-03-08 19:38:47 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋