As the classic used to say, "the theater begins with a hanger." Although, to be more precise, it starts from the foyer. The theatrical foyer is a special room that forms the viewer's idea of the theater as a whole, introduces him to the theatrical world.
Tells the story of the theater
The theater foyer is not only a place to wait, when the doors open and the audience is allowed into the hall, it is a room that helps to get acquainted with the history of the theater and the actors. In any self-respecting theater, in addition to posters of upcoming performances, portraits of actors, both honored and beginners, are placed on the walls. In the theater, this place is called the "iconostasis". There is a list of roles played by this or that actor, information about the awards. Photo portraits of directors of the theater, choreographer, etc. are also placed here. The spectator who comes to the theater should not only languish in anticipation of the start of the performance under the doors of the hall, he must be carried away.
Sometimes the foyer serves as a direct venue for performances - mainly for theaters intended for young spectators. In some of the capital's theaters, the tradition is still alive to arrange literary and musical compositions in the theatrical foyer, returning the audience to the days of noble theaters.
Foyer - for relaxation
Of course, the theater lobby should be distinguished by its comfort and hospitality. As a rule, the foyer in the theater is decorated in a strict classical style, with oak furniture, curtains, carved armchairs and small tables. The presence of a buffet in the foyer is allowed, but it should look harmonious, without getting out of the general style, therefore it should be positioned so that it is not striking.
The foyer in the theater is necessarily decorated with mirrors - this is done not only for beauty, but also for the convenience of the audience, who can put themselves in order a little after the road. Usually a small wall is set aside in the theater foyer for these needs.
In the foyer of the theater, it is appropriate to arrange a thematic exhibition timed to some holiday, for example, the birthday of A. S. Pushkin. Large theaters organize exhibitions dedicated to the benefit performance of the famous actor.
It is considered appropriate to decorate the theatrical foyer with reproductions of paintings by famous artists, because most of the spectators will probably want to leave the hall during the intermission and have a little rest in the foyer.
Sometimes there is a grand piano in the lobby, and on special evenings the pianist performs classical pieces before the start of the performance.
Thus, when decorating a theatrical foyer, it is worth adhering to the rules of the classic room design, perhaps even using the services of an experienced designer.
