1- In dreams about the theatre it will depend which part of the theatre is highlighted.
If it is the stage, then a situation that the dreamer is in at this particular moment is being drawn to his attention.
If it is the auditorium, then his ability to listen is significant.
The play we create in our dreams as an aspect of our lives is particularly relevant.
If we arc not involved in the action, it indicates we are able to stand back and take an objective viewpoint.
2- The theatre is a scenario which has meaning for many. Because it is a social venue, it has relevance in people’s relationships with one another.
It is this aspcct which is being highlighted.
To be in the spotlight, for instance, might signify our need to be noticed.
To be up in ‘the gods’ might suggest that we need to take a long-term view of a situation.
3- Spiritually the idea of a play in a dream highlights the idea of the microcosm within the macrocosm the small within a larger framework. [1]
If it is the auditorium, then our ability to listen and understand the relevance is what is significant.
An open-air stage suggests communication with the masses rather than a selected audience.
A moving stage signifies the need to keep moving, even while performing a role.
The play we create in our dreams as an aspect of our lives is particularly relevant.
If we are not involved in the action, it indicates we are able to stand back and take an objective viewpoint.
If we are very involved it will be from an emotional perspective. You might also like to consult the entries for actor and audience. [2]
The stage: a situation you are meeting or in the midst of, perhaps demanding you play a panicular role. Looking at stage: what is claiming one’s attention at present; looking within oneself; experimenting with or exploring an idea; role or situation. Idioms: set the stage for, stage fright; stage- manage; act a pan; act of God, act on; catch somebody in the act; get in on the act; get one’s act together, act one’s age; play the fool.
To be in the spotlight, for instance, might signify our need to be noticed.
To be up in ‘the gods’ might suggest that we need to take a long-term view of a situation.
To be on stage in a dream is to be making ourselves visible. [4]
See also: Stage, Drama Queen. [5]
A stage is a representation of our own life play. We are able to observe and be objective about what is going on. By externalizing the ‘play’ into a particular framework such as a rehearsal we can manipulate our lives. [6]