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Summary. Some moviegoers will clap after a really good film. At MJR, a Southeast Michigan theater chain with ten locations, patrons clap before the movie. This bout of audience participation happens during a trailer for the theater that reminds moviegoers not to talk or text during the show.
Is MJR Michigan only? ›
MJR Theatres is a State-of-the-Art Multiplex Cinema Operator committed to consistently delivering the ultimate movie-going experience, while providing superior customer service to guests at our 10 Michigan locations.
How to get free popcorn MJR? ›
Registered members will receive 1(One) Free Regular Popcorn on Tuesdays with a valid admission (ticket purchase). Members may only receive one (1) Free Regular Popcorn per MJR Premier Rewards account.
What does MJR theater stand for? ›
The chain took its name from its original slogan, "Movies Just Right." However, most moviegoer's now know the name from MJR's current slogan, "It's More Fun at MJR," as heard during the beloved advertising jingle appearing before the start of every movie.
Why do Americans snap instead of clap? ›
A possible reason is that snapping is "less disruptive than clapping during speeches and announcements." The practice of finger snapping is also popular within the poetry slam community, used by the audience as a spontaneous in-the-moment show of support or agreement with what is being shared by the poet.
Why is clapping so loud? ›
As two flat hands collide, the air between them is forced out increasingly quickly, ultimately exceeding the speed of sound. This creates an abrupt pressure change, resulting in shock waves that make up a large part of the noise we hear.
Who owns MJR? ›
MJR Theatres is a movie theater chain with 10 theaters in the Metro Detroit area, the company is a subsidiary of the Belgian Kinepolis Group.
Can celiacs eat movie theater popcorn? ›
Some movie theaters serve completely gluten-free popcorn while others' popcorn is only gluten-free when it's without the buttery topping. “I would just contact the theater or the chain to confirm the status of their popcorn before attending,” says Silfverduk.
What does epic mean at MJR? ›
The MJR® Epic Experience boasts one of the largest cinema screens in Michigan. The EPIC screen in our Troy locations is eight stories wide and four stories tall, guaranteeing an immersive presentation.
Is movie popcorn refillable? ›
Delicious, warm, fresh popcorn and an ice-cold drink. It's what movie memories are made of. At Classic Cinemas, you can treat yourself and never run out. We provide free refills on every size of popcorn, sodas, and ICEEs.
Most theaters do a free refill on a bucket of popcorn. That is not stealing. Change timezone It appears that you are using an ad blocker, which violates the Terms of Use for this site. It would be appreciated if you disabled your ad blocker for this site.
Does MJR have an app? ›
Download the NEW MJR Mobile App for an easy movie- going experience. Purchase tickets from the convenience of your phone! Available for download on iPhone & Android.
What is the oldest movie theater in Michigan? ›
The Croswell Opera House is a historic theater located at 129 East Maumee Street in Adrian, Michigan. It is recognized as the oldest theater in the state and among the oldest continuously operating theaters in the United States.
Does Magic Johnson own a movie theater? ›
Over the years, Magic Johnson Enterprises has continually invested ownership in many lucrative businesses such as the Los Angeles Lakers, movie theaters and restaurants in the United States, including T.G.I. Friday's, Sodexo, and Burger King locations.
Who is the CEO of MJR? ›
Mike Mihalich is the CEO of MJR Digital Cinemas.
Why do people clap in Theatres? ›
We do it as a social gesture to show approval and admiration in groups, crowds, or by ourselves, and more so in the setting of being presented with something like a show or performance.
What is the purpose of clap in movies? ›
The main purpose is to tell the post-production team when the camera has started (and stopped) recording. That might seem like an obvious function, but there's actually a bit more to it than that. The “clap” of the clapperboard is what the editor uses to find where the video and audio of each take are synchronized.
How did the MJR clap start? ›
A couple of patrons claim to have started the clap back in 2005, and maybe even earlier. According to Anthony Taylor, MJR's marketing director, the song -- written by Steve Curran and co-writers Julie Magsig and Mark Miller -- debuted in 2001, and the clapping started a “couple of years later.”
Why do people clap at shows? ›
Varieties of applause typically serve as the means to show appreciation as an audience participant and fulfills the need to be included.