Movie theaters, for now, stay open nationwide
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer
NEW YORK (AP) — With few exceptions, movie theaters across North America are remaining open while Broadway theaters, sports arenas and museums close their doors to help curtail the spread of the coronavirus. While Hollywood studios have canceled most upcoming films, this weekend is going forward with a slate of new releases and holdovers from recent weekends. The largest chains, AMC, Regal and Cinemark, are all operating, though some theaters are taking extra precautions. Aside from cleaning theaters and seats in between showings, the Alamo Drafthouse is requesting all parties leave empty seats to their sides. Larger theaters at some locations have been closed to adhere to bans on larger gatherings.