First Time to the Rep?: What to Expect
Why would I be interested in theatre? I don’t know anything about it.
Okay, but isn’t theatre expensive?
Why would I be interested in theatre? I don’t know anything about it.
You know a lot more than you think! Theatre is at the root of some of the most popular forms of entertainment around. Stage dramas and musicals have long been breeding grounds for Hollywood movies. Stage musicals also fuel some of the hottest soundtracks around.
Short answer. No! Theatre is a vibrant experience —a visual, aural, emotional feast that electrifies the senses. Its stories lift the spirit and tear at our heartstrings. It’s also a shared, social experience. There’s nothing like the buzz and energy of a packed theatre, collectively gripped by what’s happening on stage. It’s live, real and in the moment!
Okay, but isn’t theatre expensive?
Do a little price shopping. You’ll soon discover that a ticket to the Rep is a true entertainment bargain, especially if you compare it with the cost of a ticket to The Giants or a pop concert. Single tickets to San Jose Rep shows can be had for as little as $22. And we provide a 50% discount for students and teachers.
No. We want our audiences to feel comfortable. There was a time when people thought they had to dress up for the theatre—and there’s still no harm in that—but nowadays you’ll find audience members in everything from jeans to gowns. Dress up, dress down. Express your individuality.