Cate Blanchett Appeals to Audiences to Cease On-Stage Filming

Renowned actress Cate Blanchett recently urged audiences to refrain from recording performances during her appearance at London’s National Theatre.

The acclaimed Australian actor and producer was performing in the production of Electra/Persona, a contemporary adaptation blending Sophocles’ tragedy with Bergman’s film.*

Addressing the audience during the curtain call on Friday, Blanchett emphasized the importance of collective presence: “There are few places where we can simply be together and fully present. While I understand the appeal of filming the curtain call, I ask that you refrain from recording the performance to preserve the experience for future audiences.”

The two-time Oscar winner’s remarks were met with enthusiastic applause from the audience.*

An audience member clarified the context of the filming incident on Instagram, noting that the recording occurred during the intermission between acts. “After the first act, while the cast prepared for the second and latecomers entered, a patron began filming the cast as they applied makeup on stage. Blanchett noticed and gestured disapproval from the stage. She reiterated the request during the final bow,” the account detailed*.*

The production, running until October 10th, features Blanchett sharing dual roles—Electra/Elisabeth and Clytemnestra/Alma—with Nina Hoss. Each night, the roles are determined by a live coin toss conducted on stage before the performance begins.*

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