Theaters Enforce Face Paint Ban During 'Wicked' Screenings

Major cinema chains are upholding long-standing policies prohibiting face paint, leading to fan frustration during screenings of the hit musical adaptation.

Fans dressed as Elphaba with green face paint were turned away from AMC and other theaters unless they removed the paint, as highlighted in viral social media posts.
Theaters cite safety policies banning face coverings, including face paint, which were implemented after the 2012 Aurora, Colorado, movie theater shooting.
AMC, Regal, and Cinemark enforce similar rules, though some fans report inconsistent application across locations.
The film adaptation of the Broadway musical 'Wicked' has been a box office success, earning $114 million domestically in its opening weekend.
AMC has also issued reminders against singing along during screenings to maintain a distraction-free environment for audiences.