With normalization in the process all around, the United Arab Emirates is also taking baby steps to ensure that people begin seeing the world in normal light. For this, officials have decided to open theatres in Abu Dhabi with a 30 percent capacity.

This is in line with efforts of the Abu Dhabi government to ensure that covid-19 protocols are followed and all the measures are taken to ensure that the virus is contained the best possible way while also making a floor open for the public to entertain themselves after a long interval during the pandemic.

So considering all these factors, the authorities decided to open theatres with limited capacity on Saturday. Cinema halls can now function at 30 percent capacity with all the precautionary measures in place such as the inclusion of masks, maintaining social distancing, and regular sanitizing.

The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis, and Disasters Committee confirmed the news, and the information was further stressed by the Abu Dhabi media house, which tweeted saying, “AbuDhabi Emergency, Crisis, and Disasters Committee has approved opening cinemas at 30% operating capacity while adhering to all precautionary measures including wearing masks, maintaining physical distance, and regular sanitizing.”

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The theatres have already opened for bookings from February 6 after the announcement was made. VOX Cinemas was one of the first to announce opening its doors. It said that they have opened doors in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain in compliance with all the guidelines set by the government.

We can’t wait to welcome you back and start creating great moments together again. See you soon, they said through their social media handle.

Cine Royal also announced that they have opened but with reduced capacity. They said that seats next to the selection of the person will be left vacant to ensure that the step has come in accordance with new guidelines.