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Attention all theater geeks and Wicked fanatics: If you’re planning to defy gravity at your local AMC theater, leave the singing for your car ride home. AMC Theatres has issued a stern reminder to Wicked watchers—no talking, texting, or belting “Popular” during the film.

For those who missed the Wicked hype train, the movie is a dazzling adaptation of the Broadway hit that explores the backstory of the Wicked Witch of the West (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda the Good Witch (Ariana Grande).

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The star-studded cast also features Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard, delivering campy perfection. Fans can expect a visual feast of Oz, spectacular music, and enough drama to fuel a flying monkey rebellion.

AMC’s no-singing reminder isn’t a new rule. According to a representative, these etiquette guidelines were already in place but were re-emphasized due to the film’s sing-along temptations.

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And honestly? This would’ve been a lifesaver in 2005 when I saw Rent in theaters. Let me tell you, the second-hand embarrassment from amateur "Seasons of Love" renditions was real.

 

Here’s the official rundown of AMC’s rules, which they paired with a hilarious preshow video featuring Goldblum’s Wizard: Video Below

NO TALKING. NO TEXTING. NO SINGING. NO WAILING. NO FLIRTING. ABSOLUTELY NO NAME-CALLING. SILENCE IS GOLDEN.

So what’s a Broadway nerd to do?

Maybe Universal should consider releasing a sing-along version of Wicked so we can get our theater geek freak on in a safe space.

Until then, remember: silence is golden—and so is not ruining your neighbor’s movie experience.

Here is the Hilarious Warning!

Will you follow the rules, or will your inner Elphaba rebel?

 

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