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Refreshments

Food and drink are not allowed in the theatre.

Quick Drinks Program - Reserve Your Drinks and Snacks
To make things go more smoothly you can reserve your intermission drinks and snacks at any bar before the show.

Dress Code

There is no formal dress code at the National. Please dress appropriately for an evening out.

Children

Children under four years of age are not permitted in the theatre for any mainstage performance. Call (202) 628-6161 for information on the appropriateness of the show for older children. Regardless of age, ALL children must have a ticket.

Since cellphones and pagers must be silenced during a performance, parents can be reached in an emergency if caretakers call (202) 628-6165 and provide the patrons' seat location.

Cameras, Video Recorders, Pagers and Cell Phones

Video cameras and cameras of any kind are strictly prohibited, as are audio recorders of all kinds. Souvenir photo books and CDs—as well as other show memorabilia—are usually available for sale in the lobby.

Any and all recording of the production violates copyright law (choreography, set and costume design, etc.) Camera flashes can also disrupt the performance and compromise the performers' safety.

All cell phones and pagers must be turned off during the peformance; please do not disturb the peformers or other theatre patrons.