As New York's hospitalization and COVID-19 infection rates continue to decline, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that several industries in the state can resume operations next month. As part of this, New York City's cinema theaters can re-open on March 15.
Under the guidelines issued by the Governor, the cinema halls are allowed to reopen by conforming to the following restrictions: Venues are restricted to 25 percent capacity, with no more than 50 people per screen at a time; Masks are mandatory; Assigned seating; Social distancing; Additional staffing to control occupancy, traffic and seating; and Enhanced air filtration, ventilation and purification standards.
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