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New York City is the country’s second largest moviegoing market after LA, and if studios want to recover from the pandemic it is crucial for theaters to open and stay open.

Governor Andrew Cuomo revealed that the cinemas in New York City will reopen in early March.

The governor has received criticism due to his decision to reopen gyms and bars in the past but not cinemas.

The announcement was made to the press and theater owners have expressed their approval of the decision.

Strict Restrictions Apply for Theaters

The theaters will only operate at 25% capacity at first and hope to move to 50% as quickly as possible.

Strict safety and voluntary health protocols have been set in place to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

Other cinemas that have been open in other states have been successful with welcoming visitors with preventing the spread of Covid-19.

New Theater Safe Guidelines to Follow

When visiting a movie theater you must adhere to the following guidelines:

  • Wear a mask at all times – Patrons who refuse to wear a mask or face covering will be denied entry or asked to leave the theater.
  • Social distance – Maintain 6 feet apart at all times except for family members who are visiting the theater together.
  • Wash your hands frequently – Theaters have made it easy to access hand-washing facilities.
  • Use hand sanitizer – Hand sanitizer stands are placed in specific locations throughout the theater and all public areas.
  • Concessions are canceled – Most theaters have not reopened the concession stands due to condiments and communal food areas that have the potential to spread the virus.
    Purchase your tickets online – Use a credit or debit card to pay for your tickets online.
  • Stay home – If you are scheduled to come to the movie theater and are experiencing symptoms such as loss of smell or taste, shortness of breath, cough, or fever, stay home and contact your doctor immediately.

Which theaters will reopen in NYC?

AMC Entertainment is scheduled to reopen all 13 locations on March 5, 2021. Regal Cinemas hasn’t made an announcement yet but one is expected any moment.

What’s playing in the theaters?

Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon will be debuting the same day the theaters open.

This movie is expected to be a popular choice for movie patrons who have been deprived of the experience for more than a year.

Another movie that is expected to be a big hit is Warner Bros.’ Tom & Jerry. This movie opened on February 26 but is expected to be a big hit with the audience when the theaters open in New York City.

Currently, about 39% of theaters in the United States are open. Now that New York City is joining the group studios are feeling more confident about scheduling release dates in the future.

Going forward the theaters are expected to gradually move towards full capacity as the virus subsides.

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