Insider Secrets: Strict Rules That Govern the Royals

3. Maintaining a Tight Etiquette Code in Public Theatres

Motive: To act honourably and with reverence for the arts. Exclusivity: individual viewings or unidentified attendances When they attend public theatres, the focus is on the Royal Family members as much as the stage. Their behavior sets an expectation, embodying the grace and propriety associated with the monarchy. For this reason, a rigid code of manners is followed.

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Maintaining a strict etiquette code in public theaters ©Getty Images, Bettman Every move they make, from their punctual and refined arrival to their polite applause, is calculated. Talking during shows or being late is strictly prohibited. utterly forbidden.  It's not entirely inflexible, though. Royals occasionally go to more exclusive or relaxed theatre settings where the regulations are a little looser.

4. Royals are not allowed to talk about gossip or tabloid stories.

Reason: To preserve honour and steer clear of unnecessary controversy. Excemption: Exclusive conversations between immediate family members Despite being a popular topic for tabloids and gossip columns, the British Royal Family must maintain a conspicuous silence on these issues. This regulation portrays the monarchy as elegant, restrained, and above the everyday gossip.

Gossip and tabloid conversations are not allowed for royals. ©Pool/Getty Images/Tim Graham Picture Library They preserve a greater degree of respect and prevent inadvertent blunders that can result in global incidents by refraining from spreading or reacting to obscene rumours. Because they are people, they probably want to know what is being said to them behind closed doors. However, you will never hear a royal divulging the most recent rumours in public.