Less than a day after TLC said thatMy 600-Lb. Lifehad shut down production amid the coronavirus outbreak, showcrews kept up work in the field over this past weekend.
14.03.2020 - 03:23 / variety.com
The Alamo Drafthouse chain has abruptly closed its theaters in Brooklyn and Yonkers amid the coronavirus epidemic.
The chain made the announcement Friday night without disclosing any reasons. It said all tickets, including convenience fees and ticket add-ons, will be automatically refunded.
“Until further notice, we are deeply sad to say that Alamo Drafthouse Brooklyn and Yonkers are closed,” Alamo Drafthouse said in a posting on its site.
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