Have you missed going to the movies? Well good news! You may be able to return as early as this Friday.
According to the Associated Press, movie theaters in California can begin reopening later this week if they follow a strict set of guidelines, including limiting capacity, according to new rules issued by the state on Monday.
The report states that the rules call for theaters to limit capacity to 25% or no more than 100 moviegoers. I mean who likes sitting next to a stranger anyways, right? That guidance adds theaters to a long list of entertainment and other businesses that can start reopening as California relaxes its stay-at-home order.
Counties that meet certain metrics can start reopening movie theaters, bowling alleys, gyms, day camps and a handful of other businesses starting Friday, June 12. How exciting!
The Associated Press adds the state recommends movie theaters implement reservation systems and limit seating and suggests moviegoers wear masks.
In case you're wondering how they will enact and follow social distancing, the rules include removing or blocking off seats to ensure physical distancing. Members of the same household may sit with each other as long as they are six feet apart from other households.
A detailed explanation of the latest California guidelines for family entertainment centers is available here.
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