Applauding at the squares.
I know this will probably open a Pandora's box, but what's up with the crowds at the squares not applauding the performers? I have lived here for almost three years and frequent the squares for (free) nightly entertainment on an average of once a week. Some of the bands are fantastic, some not so much, but it never ceases to amaze me that 98% of the people there do not applaud the bands, no matter how good they are. Am I missing something? Is it rude to clap at the end of a song or set? Are the performers insulted if you show them any appreciation? Perhaps in Florida it's too hot too clap. Can someone straighten me out on this. Thanks, DGX2. P.S. Maybe because it's free people don't appreciate it.
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