cell phones — Page 2

I went to see "Goldha's Balcony", it was actually pretty good. And the actress (can't spell her name) was working her tail off and this woman in the 6th row had her cell phone on. She ANSWERED it. and said "Hello? Oh hi! I can't talk right now I'm watching a play." Then you hear a muffle from the person she's talking to and she says "Eh." It was obvious she was saying this about the play. I told her during intermission. "That was rude." Then she gave me the finger. She was a b****h

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not really, as long as you were courtious to turn it off during the performance.

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it depends on the cell phone I think that is the most "improper" comment I've ever made on this board. I'm still the good one right?

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Updated On: 1/3/04 at 11:11 PM

honestly what is so hard about turning off your cell phone before a show? Most shows now make an announcment so if people still can't turn them off maybe they shouldn't have them because they are obviously deaf.

lol. one time i was at les miz and someones phone rang right as jean valjean was dying. talk about bad timing. and it was one of those really obnoxious rings too.

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I will add my kudos to the others: rock on, Bulldog. I never understood anyone who'd continue to dine w/ someone who does nothing but talk on the phone during the meal.

As for why the NYC law re: cell phones in theatres isn't enforced... well, that's sort of complicated. Essentially, theatre employees (generally) think the law against usage anywhere in the theatre is a bit excessive. As long as you're not disturbing anyone (& that includes theatre staff on break!) you're usually all right. It's a bit hard to avoid a scene when someone is using their cell phone inappropriately. Removing someone whose phone rang but wasn't answered is more of a commotion than just letting it go. But, when a cell is answered mid-show, I personally believe that person should be put up against a wall & shot.

My mom handles it pre-show by standing up & saying very loudly to her companion, "NOW LET'S REMEMBER TO TURN OUR CELLS OFF RIGHT NOW." She's had more than one person thank her for the reminder, however "subtle".

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There were probably a couple shows like that...if not, they're coming soon. I know it. You should audition, Phantom. You and broadwayguy2.

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I still think the best and safest way to end this cell phone torture once and for all is the use of a Cellphone - block mechanism. As for lawsuits mentioned, of course I don't know Americal Laws well, but what if the Box Office had a sign saying " Cell phone block mechanism is being used in this theater" That way people would be WARNED and if they think their world will end without their cell in the two hours the show lasts, they simply won't go ! Or if they choose to go they can't have any demands afterwards since they were warned ! I am sure it is a little complicated legally but I think it can be enforced. After all NYC managed to ban smoking everywhere, I am sure making viewers accept cellphone-block is much easier :)
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