The theatre had galleries on three sides and these were packed with men and women as well as the main floor.

There were altogether a thousand persons present, and it was indeed a strange sight to look into their faces, dressed alike as they were, and all seemingly looking alike.

The women were seated in the west gallery on the right hand of the stage by themselves.

This is an Eastern custom which Asiatic nations generally observe.

Even in their religious assemblies the women sit apart.