Inviting viewers on Chitacle — an opportunity to make the meeting a shared event. Viewers see the meeting and hear voices, but their faces aren't visible — only the presence counter. This is a format for those who want to show friends a new experience.
How to invite viewers
After the first bell "Partner found," the Dressing Room shows an "Invite viewers" button. You press — the invitation link is copied. You send it to friends, to a chat, to social networks. Whoever followed and confirmed — ends up in the hall.
Both participants of the meeting can invite viewers. Viewers don't pay for admission — it's free.
What viewers see
- Video of both participants.
- Hear voices and the play's lines.
- See the curtain and the overall atmosphere.
- Don't see the play's text — it's only with the performers.
What participants do NOT see
- Viewers' faces only their number.
- Chats viewers don't write.
- Emoji reactions no "likes."
This is done deliberately: what matters is the meeting of the two reading. Viewers are present, but don't comment.
Whom you can invite
- Friends who want to be shown Chitacle.
- Colleagues who heard about your new hobby.
- Loved ones who want to understand what you're doing.
- Partners who haven't been on Chitacle yet.
- Any adult.
When viewers are appropriate
- When you're both agreed on an "open" meeting.
- When you want to show the format, not "conduct a date."
- When the play's theme suits an audience.
When you want an intimate meeting — you don't invite anyone, and the viewer counter stays at zero.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chitacle?
An online theater for two: two people read an original play by roles over video call, right in the browser. 200+ original plays and monoplays — freely distributed under CC BY 4.0. Interface in five languages.
How do I get the play text as a file?
Write to chitacle.online@gmail.com with the play's title — we'll send you the file. You learn the title during your meeting in the theater.
On what terms can I use Chitacle plays?
All plays are freely distributed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0), perpetually and worldwide, with no rights claims. The only requirement — attribution to the author (Chitacle) and links to our resources.
Can I invite viewers to the meeting?
Yes, in all formats except instant matching. The viewer joins via a personal link. The same works for online supervision: a teacher, psychologist, or coach joins the student's or client's session as a viewer.
What languages does the interface support?
The Chitacle interface is in five languages: Русский · English · Español · العربية · 中文. The play repertoire is being translated and continues to grow.
How much does it cost?
Your first meeting is on us. After that — by individual meetings or a monthly subscription.
Legal side — Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0) license.
Chitacle plays are freely distributed perpetually and worldwide, with no rights claims. You may copy, distribute, perform on stage, create derivative works, and use commercially. The only condition — attribution to the author (Chitacle) and links to our resources.
Your first meeting is on us
Head to the Dressing Room at play-read.online and check the box.
Your first meeting is on us.
Enter the theaterChitacle now speaks five languages — Русский · English · Español · العربية · 中文.
We did it quietly, but properly.