‘Wicked’ moviegoers are getting turned away for green face paint at this popular theater chain
This week, Jamie Forst went to her local AMC theater in Burbank, Calif., dressed in pink like Glinda, played by Ariana Grande, while her friend emulated Elphaba, playing by Cynthia Erivo, by painting her face green. Upon arriving, they were not allowed into the theater to view the blockbuster musical.
Painting yourself green to see 'Wicked' in theaters? You may want to think twice.
If you're worried about defying movie theater rules, be sure to check costume and face paint policies online before showing up painted Elphaba green.
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Wicked moviegoers being turned away at popular cinema chain for bizarre reason
Wicked fans and moviegoers and finding themselves disappointed after they've been turned away at theaters over their green face paint.
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