During Shakespeare's time (late 16th and early 17th centuries), theater was a popular form of entertainment, but it was also seen as a somewhat rowdy and unrestrained affair. Audiences were often very vocal and participatory, and they would often heckle the actors or make comments during the performance. They were also accustomed to seeing plays that were bawdy, violent, and full of special effects.
In contrast, modern audiences tend to be more reserved and respectful during theatrical performances. They expect a certain level of decorum and are generally less likely to engage in vocal outbursts or interruptions. Additionally, modern audiences have become accustomed to a more realistic and naturalistic style of acting and staging, and they may find the conventions of Shakespeare's theater, such as the use of elaborate costumes and stylized speech, to be unfamiliar or even jarring.
These differences in audience expectations and behavior reflect broader shifts in cultural norms and societal attitudes towards theater and entertainment over the centuries.