Broadway and the Coronavirus — Page 9

BdwayLife said: "Fosse76 said: "BdwayLife said: "Fosse76 said: "Everyone needs to relax. The Broadway League has already stated they won't shut down Broadway until forced to do so by the government. Of course, this pretty much negates their statement that the health and safety of cast, crew, and audience is their highest priority. But it is what it is."

”Everyone needs to relax?” Some peopleare canceling their trips, not because they are concerned/worried/think the league will close broadway houses—several on here are forced to cancel,in response to their government- and work-related policies and rules. "

That's fine, but in my opinion that's nonsense. These restrictions are necessary (though a bit too late) to try and minimize the spread, but people's selfish refusal to heed any of the warnings or advice because they want to see Patti LuPone in Companyjust makes things worse. One attorney alone is believed to be responsible for at least 50 cases of the Coronavirus infection in New York. It is asymptomatic, so you can spread it without even knowing you have it. So by all means, complain about unpaid sick leave. That's a legitimate concern. But no one cares that you can't see Mrs. Doubtfire now because your government is trying to prevent the spread of the virus by restricting travel."

Chill outFosse. Iactually agree with everything you just said. My point is that there are a variety of reasons for why people have canceled or are considering cancelling,their trips.

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Not sure why Fosse76 needs to "chill out" Everything said is rational.

a broadway usher has tested positive for coronavirus

 

https://www.wsj.com/articles/broadway-usher-tests-positive-for-coronavirus-11583966543

it does make you wonder what actions they're currently thinking of taking. A temporary closer of Broadway to clean and sanitize? Taking of audience members temps before they enter? Something will come from this usher who tested positive. I'm guessing we find out tomorrow.

ACL2006 said: "Yankees02 said: "a broadway usher has tested positive for coronavirus

https://www.wsj.com/articles/broadway-usher-tests-positive-for-coronavirus-11583966543"
 I was at The Booth in the mezzanine for last Saturday’s matinee. It was theatre to die for, but no symptoms yet. (Fingers crossed)


 

 

BROADWAY will be next....this is getting major-announcement next week I bet...my company held a company meeting and stated offices could start and be closed at some point next week

My trip from 3/16-21 suddenly seems.... unlikely.

 An employee with both the Shubert and Nederlander organizations has tested positive for COVID-19.

The employee, who is under quarantine, worked at the Shubert's Booth Theater on Tuesday, March 3rd through Friday March 7th as an usher.

The employee also recently worked at the Nederlander's Brooks Atkinson Theater on the evening of February 25th and the matinee of March 1st, expediting lines outside the building.

Both theaters are being deep cleaned following all government standards.

"This evening's performances of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf at the Booth, SIX at the Brooks Atkinson, and all other Broadway shows have determined they will continue as scheduled for now.

 Any ticketholder that prefers to attend a future performance of Virginia Woolf or SIX will be provided the opportunity for an exchange at the point of purchase," a spokesperson said.

Officials said employees of the theaters and productions who may have been exposed were notified and advised to monitor their health.

Any high-risk audience members who attended the above-mentioned performances in the past several days are asked to follow similar guidance and under observation.

I was at the Booth Theater on Saturday night. Should I be concerned??

the.hard.part said: "BalconyClub said: "Pix 11 was asking Booth Theatre sidewalk patrons Wednesday night if they had any concerns about entering the theatre. Once inside, all the ushers had gloves on.

I spoke with usher Marjorie in mezzanine aisle 2. She said the substitute usher who contracted the bad news DID NOT LOOK WELL.

Oy vey. He should have called off."

Does this lead us to believe the ill usher was working in the mezzanine?"

I was told he was working in the mezzanine. Which makes me concerned because that's where I was sitting on Saturday night....

HenryTDobson said: "hearthemsing22 said: "I was at the Booth Theater on Saturday night. Should I be concerned??"

Everyone on the planet should be concerned, regardless if they were at the Booth on Saturday night or not."

Yes of course. I just meant should I be thinking about getting tested since I was at that theater and was sitting the mezzanine that night. 

dramamama611 said: "Without symptoms, they won't even test you - is what I think I've heard."

Ahh I think you're right--I think I've read that somewhere too. And those take up to 14 days to appear. Alright. I'm fine for now. I am still on edge about he whole thing but a little less worried about my particular case. Thank you!