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Originally posted by: Warbler
I sympathize with Billly but, would it not have been better to let security handle the problem?
btw: I don't own a cell phone.
But security rarely does handle a problem effectively. Most cells only ring six times before the call goes through to voicemail. For security to locate the person that is ringing within six rings requires a near miracle.
I love reading stories about actors on stage reacting to cell phone users. I just wish one of them would ask the audience who it is. I'm sure those immediately around the person would be more than willing to point him/her out. Then use that to embarrass the hell out of them or have them kicked out. Some tickets do have a caveat that says anyone interrupting a performance may be removed. Time to enact it.
As for emergencies and whatnot. Before 15 years ago, no one had a cell phone and they survived just fine. If you miss a call, that's what voicemail is for. You are paying such and such number of dollars to see a show and so is everyone around you. Just bear in mind that you are not the only audience member. Be courteous.