Going to theatre tonight - ex and new woman might be there

[ceecee32]

I am going with a friend but dreading it just in case ex is there with his new lady.
We are no longer communicating at all
Our break up did not go well and I finished up having counselling. She described him as a typical narcissist.
I am really worried that he might be there - I just need some words to say to her/him if they confront me.
Think I might be able to manage the happy smiley face but what do I say -apart from fuck off

"The best revenge is living well."

(Forgive me - I'm turning into my mother!) Unless you're deliberately going there for a fight I suggest you say nothing at all to them. I can't imagine why they would confront you in a theatre, but if that happens you smile blankly and look right through them.

But let's hope you're so busy enjoying your evening with your friend that you don't even notice these people.

If they saying anything just say ' I have nothing to say to you' turn and walk away . Keep your head up and be strong don't let this ruin your night x

“Hello” if they approach you.

I agree with the PP, just enjoy (or do your best to) your evening and pay them no attention. Being polite and courteous will always be in your favour.

So wanting to throw a drink in their faces shouldnt come into it :)

Only joking...... I think

Haha!

An exasperated ‘oh do fuck off’ would be acceptable.

I saw a nasty ex recently after years. My usual instinct is to smile at everyone, but I didn't. He smiled and I just looked away. Sounds silly, but I was proud of myself. I'd go for a raised eyebrow acknowledgement or a "Good evening " and keep walking.

I will try my best to be on my best behaviour. (wish I could take a whole bucket of water with me though

Look great and pretend you haven't seen him!

Wear OTT earrings, bright lippy and your best smile.

If possible, check the theatre setting plan on line, so you know whereabouts your seat is, and can go straight to it.

Have a fab time!

If you are having a drink pre-order your interval drinks so you aren’t stuck in a queue together

If he looks like he is trying to provoke you, say nothing even if he says hello. Sigh loudly, shake you head and just nod at the woman
Smile and walk tall, as you walk away.

Maybe a sympathetic look to the OW, with an understanding pat on the arm?

I would try my best to look happy and gorgeous. No amount of nastiness annoys an ex more than thinking that your life is great without them.

It's highly unlikely that they'd confront you at the theatre. Most likely they won't even see you or come near. If you do accidentally find yourself near them, just say "hi" and move on.

Just look straight through him. Or smile, nod, and waft past without another thought. Who's that person?