5 Ways to Bring the Theatre Experience Home
By now, many of us have carved out our favourite spot (as well as comforter!) in our homes to enjoy the magic of the movies with the plethora of options made available to us digitally at home without actually going to the movies.
Here are five ways to enhance that experience and transform your home viewing area into a complete “theatrical” experience.
Get the Latest Release
With the times having prompted some studios to think creatively about their content, we have seen a number of them pushing back the release of blockbuster films, while others made brought us movies that have seen earlier-than-expected digital releases – or in the case of Universal Picture’s “Trolls: World Tour” – skipped a theatrical release altogether. Grab a seat, open up your favorite on-demand video service and enjoy these newly released films.
The Brightest Lights of Broadway
The energy of attending a live stage production is difficult to replicate, but with lights temporarily darkened on Broadway and other theater districts, BroadwayHD is streaming hundreds of shows for your theater-going pleasure. From “Cats” and “Phantom of the Opera,” to the “King and I” and “Driving Miss Daisy,” take in some incredible performances of world-famous shows.
Sit in the Front Row
If stage productions or films aren’t what you’re looking for, you can always take a virtual front row seat at a concert. Billboard has an ever-expanding list of livestreams and concerts streaming directly to your TV or mobile device. It’s also a great time to see what your favorite artists are up to on platforms like YouTube for rare and intimate performances from their personal spaces.
Upgrade Your Equipment
Now more than ever, you may begin to realize that your TV or sound system could use a refresh. Take a moment to visit the Wirecutter and browse recommendations for ways to spruce up your multimedia experience. Sometimes even simple and low-cost updates can yield fruitful results in making your living room feel more like a theater or event venue.
Don’t Forget the Snacks
Whether it’s a movie in a standard cinema, an elevated dine-in, drinks during intermission or in between sets, the food and drink at a theater helps complete the experience. With food delivery services like Doordash, GrubHub, Amazon’s Whole Foods delivery and more – you can round out your virtual viewing with the same snacks you normally would to help make it feel more “real.”
Now all that's left is to get comfortable, turn off your cellphones, and stay tuned for the feature presentation.
