I have always found going to the cinema a pleasurable escape, but my enjoyment is marred by a challenge that may seem minor to others but is significant to me. I suffer from anxiety and need to sit at the stairs in the cinema. Knowing that I can leave easily and quickly gives me the peace of mind I need to enjoy a movie. However, this simple requirement is frustratingly difficult to meet due to the lack of visible stair locations on cinema seating charts.

Currently, when booking cinema tickets online, most floorplans do not display the position of stairs within the auditorium. This makes selecting my desired seat a guessing game, adding unnecessary stress to a situation supposed to be stress-free and entertaining. Anxiety affects millions of others as well, and I am not alone in this predicament.

Simple accommodations, such as clearly marking stairs on booking platforms, can make a significant difference for individuals with anxiety and other conditions requiring easy access to exits.

Implementing this change is feasible. Cinema software developers can easily update their systems to include stair locations on floorplans.

By signing this petition, we call on cinema chains and software developers to include stair locations on cinema floorplans. This seemingly small adjustment would enhance the movie-going experience for countless individuals, making it more inclusive and accessible for everyone. Please sign this petition to implement this essential change and make cinemas more accessible for people with anxiety.