That’s because the purpose of a marquee is now fulfilled by Golden Star’s website and app. One familiar sight that the Austintown multiplex will not have is a marquee that shows what’s playing. Moses said he is also open to booking independent films for his smaller screening rooms. The Austintown theater has six taps for draft beer, plus prepackaged brews, and will seek to offer locally made products. “They usually only buy one drink, maybe two.” Offering alcohol is new to Youngstown-area theaters, and it’s meant to further enhance the theater as an entertainment option. Nothing will ever surpass the big screen experience, the excitement.” “The DVD is almost gone now and I don’t think the streaming platforms will force much change in the theater market. “The film companies made a lot of money from the box office and also from DVDs,” he said. Will movie fans be willing to break that habit? Moses says yes. While almost all of the summer blockbusters on the schedule were delayed until theaters could reopen, many smaller films were released to streaming platforms. “We will have a better understanding soon, once we can see consumer habits.” “Once COVID is under control, I think you will see the market return to normal,” he said. How long it will take for folks to feel safe going back to the movies is a question that remains to be answered, but Moses is confident in the future. “We are also circulating more fresh air through our HVAC system,” Moses said. Hand sanitizing stations will be available and employees will routinely clean touch points. Guests must wear a mask in common areas, and will be encouraged to continue wearing it while seated.

Plexiglass dividers will be mounted at all cashiers and movie start times will be staggered to keep crowding to a minimum. Tickets will be sold on-site, but they can also be purchased online in advance or at self-service kiosks in the lobby, making the process totally hands-free. Patrons will be seated at least six feet apart if not in the same party. That’s a decrease of about 50% per room, because the new reclining seats take up much more room.įrank Moses, president and owner of Golden Star, said measures will be in place to ensure the safety of guests and staff. The multiplex’s 10 screening rooms range in capacity from 40 to 140.

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