[Cedwards38]

The talking also happens at movie theaters. Some folks act like they are sitting at home in front of their television. I just try my best to ignore it, but it's distracting, so not easy to do.

[tomwed]

Are there any teachers or subs on the thread? Do you remember cafeteria duty? Telling kids to return their tray or lower their voice.

When I went to Catholic Prep HS, the Brother on duty would just walk over and smack you on the back of the head or choke you from the back of the neck if you acted up. Even if that was acceptable where I taught I couldn't do that.

I had caf duty for a year and about the 4th day I made 3 signs. The first one said "Please return your tray". The second one said "I'm not kidding." and I would just stand there until they got up. The third one said "Thank-you". I never had a problem after that and if the kids seen me walking towards the table, carrying my signs, they would all get up and return the trays rather than be hassled or escorted to the main office.


When I go to the Sharon, if I remember, I will be carrying a couple of hand-outs asking someone to please keep quiet because I can't move my seat and I want to hear the entertainer although in my heart I might want to hit them on the back of the head or choke them from behind like the good old days.

[bluedivergirl]

Originally Posted by tomwed

Are there any teachers or subs on the thread? Do you remember cafeteria duty? Telling kids to return their tray or lower their voice.

When I went to Catholic Prep HS, the Brother on duty would just walk over and smack you on the back of the head or choke you from the back of the neck if you acted up. Even if that was acceptable where I taught I couldn't do that.

I had caf duty for a year and about the 4th day I made 3 signs. The first one said "Please return your tray". The second one said "I'm not kidding." and I would just stand there until they got up. The third one said "Thank-you". I never had a problem after that and if the kids seen me walking towards the table, carrying my signs, they would all get up and return the trays rather than be hassled or escorted to the main office.

When I go to the Sharon, if I remember, I will be carrying a couple of hand-outs asking someone to please keep quiet because I can't move my seat and I want to hear the entertainer although in my heart I might want to hit them on the back of the head or choke them from behind like the good old days.

LOL! Not a teacher, but did twelve years of Catholic schooling. Sometimes you gotta get their attention.

Someone mentioned a laser pen. I think an usher with authority and a laser pen could work. Shine it on offenders, they'd get the hint.

[HimandMe]

I think an announcement should be made twice at the beginning of the show saying those who don't comply will be asked to leave. When they do not comply, a big spotlight should shine on them, then they are shown out.

Behavior has changed with our me first society, some of it for worse.

[Roaddog53]

Originally Posted by JoMar

And the management at the Sharon doesn't help either. There were people in front of us holding their phones above their heads and taking video of the performance. Not an usher to be found. I suspect there is some desperation on the part of management to fill seats so they are allowing activity that you wouldn't find at other venues. They still do not sell out the majority of the shows and I suspect us seniors will soon tire of the venue once the novelty wears off. And, did you notice the dress of many that attended? Respect for the performers and others that attend isn't there and management doesn't care. Orlando is calling.

Orlando isn't a bad idea! However, the catch. IF you buy annual pass to Disney at ~$1100 for two, besides the discounts, parks, parking, blah blah blah, you also get FREE CONCERTS to many NAME bands and Many tribute bands. It's only a 50 minute drive and can do other things when in Orlando. it pay for itself? The Sharon at even $80 for two would be 13 concerts, but not a variety. Eat the Beats Concert lineup for Sept-Nov include bands like:
Wilson Phillips
Christopher Cross
Starship
The Pointer Sisters
38 Special
Rick Springfield
Air Supply
JoDeeMessina
DennisDeYoung
Boys II Men
Chaka Khan

To name some. Plus summer and winter series of 22+ tribute and other bands each series. Seating is about 500+ they say.
Tribute bands like:
The Eagles
Bee Gees

Thinking of trying it..
Would take maybe 10 concert or so to pay for it.

[tomwed]

Originally Posted by Roaddog53

Orlando isn't a bad idea! However, the catch. IF you buy annual pass to Disney at ~$1100 for two, besides the discounts, parks, parking, blah blah blah, you also get FREE CONCERTS to manyNAME bands and MANY tribute bands. does it pay for itself? The Sharon at even $80 for two would be 13 concerts, but not a variety. Eat the Beats Concert lineup for Sept-Nov include bands like:
Wilson Phillips
Christopher Cross
Starship
The Pointer Sisters
38 Special
Rick Springfield
Air Supply
JoDeeMessina
DennisDeYoung
Boys II Men
Chaka Khan

To name some. Plus summer and winter series of 22+ tribute and other bands each series. Seating is about 500+ they say.
Tribute bands like:
The Eagles
Bee Gees

Thinking of trying it..
Would take maybe 10 concert or so to pay for it.

They are 35 minutes long it says and at The World Showcase. Is that inside and can you sit down?
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/en...beat-concerts/

[Roaddog53]

Originally Posted by tomwed

They are 35 minutes long it says and at The World Showcase. Is that inside and can you sit down?
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/en...beat-concerts/

They are 35-40 minutes but 3 an afternoon per band per day. Each one has different songs and variety. In between you can shop, look around, ride the rides, or whatever. They also have other acts in betweenness hat are VERY good. It is first come first serve but usually not full. If you went to all 60+ it would be $18 or so per couple! Lol
It is amphitheater seating with ~60% outside and 40% covered. Good sound and stage. All sit down seating unless you want to stand in the back.
It is right on the water in front of the American exhibit in Epcot.

[wudda1955]

The Disney "concerts" are very short--30-45 minutes, but they're still fun. You also don't get tickets or specific seating. For more popular acts, you must get in line early and wait until they open the outdoor theater. Weather can also be a factor. Is it worth it? To us it is because we love the parks.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by tomwed

I had caf duty for a year and about the 4th day I made 3 signs. The first one said "Please return your tray". The second one said "I'm not kidding." and I would just stand there until they got up. The third one said "Thank-you". I never had a problem after that and if the kids seen me walking towards the table, carrying my signs, they would all get up and return the trays rather than be hassled or escorted to the main office.

When I go to the Sharon, if I remember, I will be carrying a couple of hand-outs asking someone to please keep quiet because I can't move my seat and I want to hear the entertainer although in my heart I might want to hit them on the back of the head or choke them from behind like the good old days.

I bet you were a great teacher! That was a very inventive way to handle kids in the cafeteria.
And would probably work for The Sharon as well.

[Roaddog53]

Originally Posted by wudda1955

The Disney "concerts" are very short--30-45 minutes, but they're still fun. You also don't get tickets or specific seating. For more popular acts, you must get in line early and wait until they open the outdoor theater. Weather can also be a factor. Is it worth it? To us it is because we love the parks.

TOTALLY AGREE with you The parks, especially Epcot we like. But what better way to enjoy all that, plus Downtown Disney, plus the fireworks at night, go to the concerts in between, and bounce between parks, all the New Years and Christmas, and other holiday celebrations, garden shows, wine festivals, no blackout times and more. Less than an hour away. As I said though, the band for that day plays 3 times (different music for the most part), about an 1.5-2 hours apart I think. In between are other acts.

Not to hi-jack the Sharon thread here, but for the money and looking at the acts at The Sharon and Villages entertainment, and all the shenanigans talked bout HERE, it looks like MUCH more bang for the buck over one year time. Even the 6 month one is nice.

[tomwed]

Originally Posted by Roaddog53

TOTALLY AGREE with you The parks, especially Epcot we like. But what better way to enjoy all that, plus Downtown Disney, plus the fireworks at night, go to the concerts in between, and bounce between parks, all the New Years and Christmas, and other holiday celebrations, garden shows, wine festivals, no blackout times and more. Less than an hour away. As I said though, the band for that day plays 3 times (different music for the most part), about an 1.5-2 hours apart I think. In between are other acts.

Not to hi-jack the Sharon thread here, but for the money and looking at the acts at The Sharon and Villages entertainment, and all the shenanigans talked bout HERE, it looks like MUCH more bang for the buck over one year time. Even the 6 month one is nice.

Don't you think there are enough people going to Disney on a regular basis to support a bus. I wonder if Disney would consider sending one on non-crowded days when the kids are in school. Casinos do it and although I know you gamble, you also drop a few bucks whenever you go in that park. Does someone want to start a new thread?

[2BNTV]

Back to the Sharon.

"Rude is rude", no matter where you come from. A couple from Denver and Minnesota ruined a performance at KB's for me, and my guest.

BTW - Not all NY people are rude and I really don't don't like it, when someone paints, with a broad brush.

I agree, this is another instance where rules are not enforced, like saving seats in the squares. How long has that being going on without being enforced? Some people feel they have lived long enough, to feel a sense, of entitlement.

Then some people have lived long enough, to know, it's not nice, to a "PITA", and play nice.

[Roaddog53]

Perhaps there would if you called some bus companies. I would have thought they would have done it by now with all the other retirement communities. With an an annual pass you get free parking.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Originally Posted by HimandMe

I think an announcement should be made twice at the beginning of the show saying those who don't comply will be asked to leave. When they do not comply, a big spotlight should shine on them, then they are shown out.

Behavior has changed with our me first society, some of it for worse.

Do you really think management is going to do that? I'm all for it, but I'm also for ambassadors on the golf courses being allowed to actually do "marshalling" of a course rather than just give out water and sand. There are plenty of people playing that know golf etiquette - run off the ones that don't. Flag the ID's of the ones they run off until they complete the good golf school.

People need to quit "minding their own business" and being "afraid to get involved" and start standing up for what they believe is right. You are not stooping to their level if you say something to the "entitled ones" at The Sharon who act like primary school children. You paid good money to see a show; demand they give you the price of your ticket back if they continue to play "chatty Cathy".

[applesoffh]

Originally Posted by goodtimesintv

Surprised by rudeness at shows in NYC? I'm not, and there are thousands from NYC and Long Island here in TV. Everybody brings their manners, or lack of manners, with them.

Majority of folks at NYC Broadway shows come from out of town. Many performers will simply stop performing if there's something going in the audience. Sorry, goodtimesintv, but your comment is a bit insulting to those of us from NYC. When we go to the theater, we pay good money for shows, and I don't know too many people who would put up with that nonsense

As for the comment posted about being upset with people standing during a Carrie Underwood concert, please take note that this happens at every pop music concert. My,husband and I went to Ft. Lauderdale for The Rascals concert (all people our age or older) and everyone stood up! My husband is slightly handicapped and he couldn't see a thing onstage, and we had expensive aisle seats for this. Rudeness knows no age limit!