It’s a great thrill to see one of your musical idols perform a live show. Whether your genre is rock, pop, hip-hop, or country, there is an established standard of behavior that you should adhere to if you want to make nice with your fellow concertgoers. Here are some dos and don’ts to keep in mind:

DO:
--Arrive early. When you arrive late and have to push through people to get to your seat, you're disturbing someone else’s enjoyment of the show. Arriving early also gives you the opportunity to visit the restroom, get your refreshments for the night, and stop by the souvenir stand (none of which you will want to do after the show when crowds are craziest).

--Keep your feet on the floor. If you want to upset people quickly, stand on your seat or sit on someone’s shoulders. Both of these behaviors prevent people behind you from seeing the stage, and they’ll probably let you know that in no uncertain way.

--Stay at your seat as much as possible during the performance. Obviously, nature can call at some pretty random times, but don’t leave your seat because you’re bored or just want to walk around. People are generally okay with moving out of your way for an entrance/exit once or twice, but any more than that and you’re pushing your luck.

DON’T:
--Break the rules regarding smoking, drinking, and drug use. Any illicit activity can not only upset those around you, it can get you tossed out or even arrested.

--Talk loudly during the opening act. Some people may actually be there to see that band perform instead of the headliner, so be respectful and keep conversation to a minimum.

--Sing along. Seriously, please don’t—even if you have a great voice. There are exceptions, of course. Piano Man, Hey Jude, and anything by Bruce Springsteen. But in all honesty, if you’re singing along loudly to every song, there’s probably somebody nearby who wants to throw something at you.

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