theater attire

There's no dress code at any of the theaters in London. You'll see everything from dressy dresses and men in suits to short shorts and tank tops. I usually wear black pants, simple T shirt type top, scarf or 'big shirt' or blazer. Hubby wears dark dockers/khakis and a nice polo or simple botton up shirt. The very first time we went I took a dress and dress shoes and he took a suit- we both felt a bit over dressed.

thanks for the info!

neat and clean usually does it.
when i visit London in Winter i have done the theatre in neat slacks, white shirt and a good raincoat (no jacket). You may even find this useful in cold or rainy weather in Summer.

Brian I always go in whatever I'm wearing. Last week it was jeans, a slop shirt and an anorak. If you feel like dressing up a bit smarter that's fine too, although very smart would be overdressed unless you were at the Royal Opera. Alan

I have never come across any dress codes for London theaters, so there is no hard and fast attires for it. Be in what you are comfortable and confident.

thanks everyone--i really appreciate all the advice!

You will see all sorts of clothing. Usually DH wears khakis and a button- up shirt and I wear black with color on top.....Please be aware that if it is a warm day, some of those theatres, particularly Dominion, Criterion, and St. Martin's Theatres, get REALLY hot and stuffy.