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POLISHED STONES ETIQUETTE: Movie Manners
*One of my favorite things to do is watch movies. While I do enjoy a good movie at home, I love going to the local theater. There is something about the popcorn, I think? Lately, I have tried to go in the early evening because to avoid the crowd and the much rudeness that seems to come along with the crowd.
It has become difficult to enjoy a good movie with all the disruption. For some reason, going to a movie theater can bring out the worst in people. Noisy chewing, excessive laughing and even cell phones can quickly become annoying. No one should be forced to play theater police. So this week I decided to address some basic manners that we all should display when going to the movie theater.
Be on time. Don’t enter a movie theater after the film has started. But if you happened to arrive late, don’t be choosy about your seat. Take the one closest to the aisle.
First things, first. Go to the bathroom and buy your snacks before entering the screening area.
Be quiet! Save all talking until the final credits have rolled.
Sit still. Please refrain from kicking the seat in front of you because you want to rest your feet on the back of chair. This is annoying and very unkind to the person in front of you.
Neatness, please. Carry out all trash at the end of the movie.
I realize this may seem petty, but trust me, it really is very important. Movie outings have become, at times, painful for me and my family. I only want to have a peaceful evening at the theater. Remember, “People are like diamonds, they sparkle once they are polished.”
Angela Carr Patterson is an etiquette consultant, producer of The National Faces Going Places Showcase and owner of Oasis Promotions, a model/talent consultant company. A popular speaker for events and conferences, Angela travels the country conducting her Etiquette Workshops and searching for aspiring artists and entertainers to perform in her annual showcases.
Visit: www.oasispromotions.net
Email: Angelapatterson@oasispromotions.net
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