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Miss Manners: Opera patrons who flee before the applause ends infuriate me

A Miss Manners reader is exasperated by opera patrons who leave before the applause ends and wonders what, if anything, can be done.

Published Jun 8, 2026, 5:45 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have an unusual first name. When I am introduced to a new acquaintance, often they will make a comment. When the comment is, “What a pretty name!” or “How lovely!” it is easy to respond with, “Thank you.”