[JoMar]

We have been to a couple shows at The Sharon and have experienced the same camera idiots. One reason they don't want you to use the camera is the show is copywrited and the performer doesn't want their performances compromised. The second is the distraction for others watching the show. When the phones or worse, the tablets, are held up, the people behind can't see. It's a matter of respect, for both the performers and the people that attend. When I have attended other shows in strongly managed venues, people that turn on a camera or tablet have been escorted from the venue. I have also been to performances where the act has stopped performing. I fear, that until The Sharon takes a strong management position the venue will not be the Performing Arts Center that was envisioned, but an extension of the Savannah Center and the squares where those that ignore the rules successfully will encourage more to do the same and the audiences will deteriorate in behavior. We already see people attending in torn jeans and tee shirts. It's up to management to determine what they want The Sharon to represent.......maybe they are ok with camera's and dress and rudeness, as long as they sell the tickets.