Majestic memories . . . Former Majestic Theatre cashier Betty Ball is excited about the new Oamaru Cinema opening today. PHOTO: RUBY HEYWARD
When Betty Ball started working at Oamaru’s Majestic Theatre in 1957, going to the movies was one of the only forms of entertainment on offer.
But it was much more than that – it was an occasion.
Mrs Ball started working at the Majestic Theatre as an usher for the 5pm late shifts, then picked up the afternoon shift before becoming a full-time cashier.
She sold tickets, cleaned up between screenings, ushered people to their seats, and watched the tail end of movies after counting the till.