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at the theater vs of the theater

Both "at the theater" and "of the theater" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "At the theater" is used to indicate a location or activity happening in a theater, while "of the theater" is used to describe something that belongs to or is related to the theater.

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at the theater

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate a location or activity happening in a theater.

Use "at the theater" when referring to being physically present in a theater or participating in activities that take place in a theater.

Examples:

I met my friend at the theater before the show.
She works at the theater as a stage manager.
We always have a great time at the theater.
He was waiting at the theater for his audition.
Let's meet at the theater after work.

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I left my cigarettes at the theater.
I often come here when you're at the theater.
So he was at the theater right before Swan was killed.
- Here... at the theater.
I want you at the theater tomorrow morning to rehearse.
There was a huge blackout at the theater.
- I hope to see you at the theater.
I've seen Miss Marcal dance many times at the theater.
I knew they were going to be at the theater.
I'm going to meet him at the theater.
I had my own workshop at the theater, where I could invent new illusions.
They're waiting for you at the theater, Mr. Thorndyke.
Yes, it's true, yesterday evening at the theater.
Lincoln had a better time at the theater.
We are coming out tonight as a couple at the theater.
He... He was at the theater, too.
- We met at the theater last year. I was with...
So long, string bean. I shall see you at the theater.
Actually, the truth of it is, I was supposed to be back at the theater 30 minutes ago.
There's a way, at the theater.

Alternatives:

in the theater
inside the theater
within the theater
at the cinema
at the playhouse

of the theater

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe something that belongs to or is related to the theater.

Use "of the theater" when indicating a connection or possession related to the theater, such as a piece of art, a style, or a characteristic.

Examples:

The design of the theater is very modern.
She has a deep understanding of the theater.
The play was a masterpiece of the theater.
The history of the theater is fascinating.
The actors were all students of the theater.

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That's the manager of the theater opposite.
It's all part of the theater.
Come on, let's hear it from this side of the theater.
Given the size of the theater and the length of this line, we might not get seats.
Doctor comes out of the theater, Gives the valet his parking ticket,
He'll take Jake out the second he steps out of the theater.
That's the tradition of the theater.
I'm including a diagram of the theater.
And a search of the theater turned up empty.
There's nothing within sight of the theater.
She is now walking up to the front doors of the theater.
The magic of the theater, or something.
Daisy and her friend came out the back of the theater.
On his deathbed, Oscar asked you to take charge of the theater.
And plus, I'm just a fan of the theater.
At Oscar's request, I'll take over management of the theater.
I could spot Angier's methods from the back of the theater.
With that money go to the stand set up in the lobby of the theater and buy a ticket for Warrens Weekly Lottery.
You missed the most powerful three hours in the history of the theater.
This is 300-years of collective wisdom devoted to the art and craft of the theater.

Alternatives:

belonging to the theater
related to the theater
associated with the theater
pertaining to the theater
characteristic of the theater

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