Cinema bans unaccompanied under-16s from evening screenings
A cinema in Caernarfon has implemented a ban on unaccompanied under-16s from attending evening screenings. This decision follows reports of anti-social behavior from some young patrons, including shouting and damaging property. The cinema has stated that this is a temporary measure while they seek a longer-term solution to ensure a better experience for all customers.
- ▪Galeri cinema has banned unaccompanied under-16s from screenings after 19:00 BST.
- ▪The decision was made due to increasing reports of anti-social behavior from young attendees.
- ▪Complaints included disruptive behavior such as shouting and filming during screenings.
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Cinema bans unaccompanied under-16s from evening screenings27 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleDanielle HerbertBBC WalesBBCGaleri says audience members reported teens damaging seats, shouting at customers and filming in the screensA cinema has banned under-16s from screenings after 19:00 BST unless they are accompanied by a "responsible adult".Galeri in Caernarfon, Gwynedd, announced the change following increasing reports of anti-social behaviour from "some young people" visiting the cinema.Complaints included teens shouting at customers and damaging seats, filming on mobile phones during screenings and acting in a disruptive manner.In a statement shared on social media, Galeri said the reports were a "major concern" for the art centre but said the change was a "temporary…
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