Cate Blanchett asks theatre audience to stop filming during show
Summary
Cate Blanchett asked the audience at London’s National Theatre to stop filming during the show Electra/Persona because it disrupts the experience for others. She noticed someone recording during the break between acts and reminded the audience to stay present during the performance.Key Facts
- Cate Blanchett is acting in Electra/Persona at London’s National Theatre.
- She asked people not to film the show, explaining it spoils the experience for future audiences.
- The filming happened during the interval between two acts, when cast and staff were still on stage.
- Blanchett noticed the filming herself and signaled for it to stop during the break.
- Many theatres ask audiences to switch off phones to respect the performance.
- Other actors, like Rosamund Pike and Cynthia Erivo, have also spoken out against filming or phone use during shows.
- Electra/Persona mixes a Greek tragedy and a famous film, with Blanchett and co-star Nina Hoss sharing roles decided by a coin toss.
- The play runs until October 10.
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