HILL RULES
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM… That’s what we’re hoping tonight’s outdoor musical experience becomes for you! However, everyone on the hill could potentially make or break each performance—not just the musicians on stage. This means you have an important part to play, but don’t worry if you left your violin back home. We’ve got some simple markings to keep you easily following along as you sit back, relax, and enjoy the music. PIANISSIMO PLEASE Beethoven didn’t write a part for beeping cell phones in his Moonlight Sonata. Let those around you enjoy their own moonlight sonata of sorts by silencing your phones, pagers, loud conversations, and other noise-making devices before the performance begins. DANCE OF THE SUGAR PLUM FAIRIES Yes, your children are adorable. However, please keep a close eye on the little sugar plums to be sure they’re not distracting
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other patrons or running around the lawn during the performance. NO LEDGER LINES Please don’t block the view of those behind you with large objects (e.g. strollers, umbrellas, etc). Unfortunately, a clear view of the stage can’t be written up on ledger lines. Chairs and blankets are both permitted on either side of the hill. Also, there is a limited amount of wheelchair and other accessible seating available. If you need wheelchair seating or other accessible seating please call the ticket office at 801-355-6683 at least 24 hours in advance of the performance. SYMPHONIE FANTASTIQUE Of course our symphony is utterly fantastic—breathtaking indeed! But attending the Deer Valley® Music Festival can literally take your breath away as well. Depending on where you are in Park City, the altitude varies from 6,800 to 10,000 feet above sea level. We recommend you drink a lot of water to stay hydrated. The air is thin,
