Unfortunately, my living room configuration allows me only to sit approximately 9' away from my home theatre. My RCA 46" TV sits on a cabinet about 30" up. Earlier this year we purcahsed a 5 + 2 piece sectional system. The five are recliners and the two are pie-shaped lamp tables. When arranged, REC, LAMP, REC, REC, REC, LAMP, REC, they form a quarter moon shape facing the TV. Of course I recline in the sweet spot for the optimum audio experience. My bride prefers to read in one of the corners (w/ a light on) but when she watches, she is happy in that spot.
In a nut shell, five people can SIT and enjoy my home entertainment, however not all recliners can be opened at the same time.