A recent incident at Denver’s Buell Theatre involving disruptive behavior during a performance of the musical “Beetlejuice” has made headlines. While the theater didn’t explicitly name U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert, a Colorado Republican, as one of the individuals removed, she identified herself in a tweet, admitting to “laughing and singing too loud” during the show.
According to an incident report obtained by NPR, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts ejected two patrons for violating theater policies during the performance. These violations included vaping and using a cell phone to record the show, both of which were against the theater’s rules.
The disruptive behavior prompted three separate complaints from nearby audience members. In response, theater security issued a warning to the two patrons during intermission. However, five minutes into the second act, another complaint was received, leading to the removal of the disruptive patrons.
One of the ushers involved in the incident reported that the guests initially resisted leaving, insisting they would not do so. The usher informed them that they needed to leave the theater and that if they didn’t comply, they would be considered trespassing. In response, the patrons challenged the usher to call the Denver Police, which was done.
Surveillance footage showed Rep. Lauren Boebert, seated next to a man in a suit jacket, in row E near the front of the 2,800-seat theater. As the scene concluded and the audience applauded, two security guards approached them while surrounding patrons looked on. After a brief conversation, the pair got up to leave.
During their exit, Boebert engaged in conversations with the security guards, making statements such as “Do you know who I am?,” “I am on the board,” and “I will be contacting the mayor.” At one point, she even paused to take a selfie.
Once outside the theater, Boebert was seen walking hand-in-hand with the man, even twirling as if dancing.
Responding to the incident, Boebert’s campaign manager, Drew Sexton, downplayed the situation, describing her as a supporter of the performing arts and highlighting her enjoyment of the “Beetlejuice” performance. Sexton also clarified that she was not vaping, emphasizing that the show itself utilized fog machines and electronic cigarettes.
It’s worth noting that Rep. Lauren Boebert has had previous encounters with law enforcement and security personnel. Before her tenure in office, she faced multiple arrests and summonses, albeit for minor charges, according to The Denver Post. Additionally, she faced restrictions on entering the House floor at the U.S. Capitol due to her refusal to allow Capitol Police to search her purse after setting off metal detectors in the aftermath of the events of January 6, 2021.
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