PLANNING YOUR VISIT TO THE CIVIC THEATRE

We love excursions! Children of all ages enjoy the theatre and we want to help make your experience richer and your day smoother. Teachers, please take the time to read these handy hints before arriving with your group.

 

ARRIVAL
Please arrive 30 minutes before the show starts. A supervising teacher will need to report to the Front of House Manager in the foyer to confirm school name, numbers and special requirements. Tickets will need to be collected from the Box Office in the Civic Theatre foyer.  

 

ENTRY
School groups will need to meet in Wheeler Place prior to entry into the main foyer. The Civic Theatre Front of House Manager (or an Usher) will direct your group’s entry into the theatre. Please sit where directed.

 

SCHOOL BAGS
Due to safety obligations, we cannot allow school bags to be carried into the theatre. If at all possible, leave them at school or on the bus. If you must bring them with you to the theatre, you will be asked to leave them outside the auditorium. They will be minded by staff members, but it is always a good idea to take your valuables with you.

 

DURING THE SHOW
One of the best things about going to the theatre is seeing and sharing the experience with the rest of the audience. Show your appreciation of the performance (the actors love it!). Cheer, clap, give a standing ovation if you loved it!

Teachers are responsible for ensuring:
 * That no food or beverage is taken into the auditorium,
 * That students do not speak during the show,
 * That students do not use their mobile phones,
 * That students do not take photographs or video.

 

SPECIAL NEEDS/REQUIREMENTS
Please advise us as soon as possible of any special needs for your students. We have a number of spaces allocated for wheelchairs and if required, hearing assistance, however arrangements must be made in advance.

We look forward to welcoming your School to Civic Theatre Newcastle in 2012!