Broadway to Close?- Page 16

[IdinaBellFoster]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:26pm

I do wonder if the Tony deadline and ceremony will be pushed to accommodate.

[trpguyy]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:27pm

For the love of LuPone, please do not give weight to anything Reidel writes.

[Highland Guy]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:27pm

I wonder if London's theatres will be far behind in closing.

[JennH]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:28pm

I have a feeling Phantom will. be fine though...maybe not 100% for a while, but still. It's the small and young shows that will be filet'ed alive.

[SomeOtherMe]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:30pm

Damn, so "The Inheritance" is just like... Officially closed now. Bummer they won't be able to have a proper closing performance.

[StylishCynic]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:31pm

Per Cuomo's Twitter, Broadway will not close. Capacity is capped at 500 people per theatre. 

[Cape Twirl of Doom]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:32pm

News ticker on Cuomo;s press conference just said Broadway is suspended through April 12.

 

(of course that could always change and be longer...)

Updated On: 3/12/20 at 02:32 PM

[VotePeron]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:33pm

StylishCynic said: "Per Cuomo's Twitter, Broadway will not close. Capacity is capped at 500 people per theatre."

This FALSE. All Broadway theaters closed through 4/12. Full stop. 

[phan24]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:34pm

Very sad to hear the official announcement

[Enjolras5]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:34pm

I trust Playbill

https://www.playbill.com/article/broadway-will-go-dark-amid-coronavirus-concerns

[AlanB3]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:34pm

broadway86 said: "And this happens when I've got a tickets to a dozen shows lined up over the next several weeks.

The good news being that this will lessen the blow to NYC health, and I can at least get that money back. Any idea how long before I should expect to start seeing those refunds?"

My normal experience with refunds is they get processed and clear in my account around 72 hours or less. Given the massive volume involved here, I would not be at all surprised for it to take twice that or more in some cases.

[Kimbo]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:34pm

I maybe feel worst of all for "Love Life" -

This is unimaginably tragic all around, needless to say.  But it took 70 years to get this flop back to a NY revival, they've had Brian Stokes Mitchell and Kate Baldwin signed on for 10 months, and now their entire one-week run will seem to have been effectively canceled only a few days before opening.

Do we think they'll move it to the 2021 season?  (I assume Encores will have to automatically offer pro-rated refunds to all their season subscribers for one-third of the entire season subscription this year, which is obviously horrendous for them.)

[SmoothLover]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:34pm

I wonder if Encores will just postpone?

[singerunlimited]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:35pm

Why on earth would PHANTOM consider closing over this? It is an NYC staple and clearly recouped a long time ago. Seems to me that all of the long-running shows (and shows that have recouped) would be able to withstand this, right? A statement like "PHANTOM... may well close down for good" reads like cheap click-bait.

[Kad]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:36pm

StylishCynic said: "Per Cuomo's Twitter, Broadway will not close. Capacity is capped at 500 people per theatre."

This is inaccurate. Per Cuomo's twitter:
"We are taking new actions to reduce the density of people across the state. Starting Friday at 5pm, gatherings with 500 people or more will not be permitted in NYS. Additionally, for facilities with an occupancy of 500 or fewer, we are reducing the legal capacity by 50%."

"For Broadway theaters in Manhattan, these rules will go into effect at 5pm TODAY. We have already spoken to the theaters about these new measures and they agreed."

[Sutton Ross]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:36pm

Reidel is a hack who spews sh*t. Trust nothing he says.

"Broadway theatres will go dark beginning 5 PM, March 12, by order of Governor Andrew Cuomo. Performances will resume the week of April 13." - Playbill

[mcsquared]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:37pm

rpvee said: "Has anyone discussed what might happen to touring productions? I wanted to see Band’s Visit in Boston and Hartford, but I wonder if tours will be put on pause too..."

Broadway in Boston sent out a notice this morning that performances would continue but wouldn't be surprised if they updated within the next few days.

[schubox]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:37pm

AlanB3 said: "broadway86 said: "And this happens when I've got a tickets to a dozen shows lined up over the next several weeks.

The good news being that this will lessen the blow to NYC health, and I can at least get that money back. Any idea how long before I should expect to start seeing those refunds?"

My normal experience with refunds is they get processed and clear in my account around 72 hours or less. Given the massive volume involved here, I would not be at all surprised for it to take twice that or more in some cases."

I would assume there is no need to call and overload them further right? These refunds should all be automatic?

[Broadway Joe]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:38pm

This is absolutely brutal for the economy. Not just Broadway but everything. Holy hell what a mess. I have no idea how the Disney and other theme parks are staying open so far though. 

Updated On: 3/12/20 at 02:38 PM

[rpvee]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:38pm

mcsquared said: "rpvee said: "Has anyone discussed what might happen to touring productions? I wanted to see Band’s Visit in Boston and Hartford, but I wonder if tours will be put on pause too..."

Broadway in Boston sent out a notice this morning that performances would continue but wouldn't be surprised if they updated within the next few days."

Thanks!!

 

[schubox]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:40pm

Any word for off-broadway? I had tickets for Assassins, I assume that’s closing as well?

[ljay889]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:41pm

“ Given the length of the shutdown, some shows might opt to cut their losses and never open; industry officials said they also expected that some running shows — those already experiencing box office weakness — would close rather than try to weather a shutdown and reopen.” From Paulson in The NY Times

https://t.co/BAdeWZwoHY?amp=1

[BWAY Baby2]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:42pm

Seems that the only way to get a handle on stopping the spread of the virus is to limit exposures that are not absolutely necessary- shopping, getting medicines, etc. If all citizens limit exposure- the economic disruption will ultimately be lessened. We all must be good citizens and do our part to limit exposure for the next month or so.

[labellaragazza1]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:42pm

I'm saddened by the news, but I think this is the right move for such a global issue. 

However, isn't this what Broadway was waiting on for insurance purposes?? 

[LegallyBroadway2]

Posted: 3/12/20 at 2:42pm

So there isn't ANY confusion and mis-reports, The Broadway League has presented their official press release. 

https://www.broadwayleague.com/press/press-releases/broadway-theatres-to-suspend-performances-through-april-12-2020/

"Broadway Theatres To Suspend Performances Through April 12, 2020

(New York, NY) – March 12, 2020 - Under the direction of Governor Andrew Cuomo, Broadway shows in New York City will suspend all performances immediately in support of the health and well-being of the theatregoing public, as well as those who work in the theatre industry. Performances will commence the week of April 13, 2020.

“Our top priority has been and will continue to be the health and well-being of Broadway theatregoers and the thousands of people who work in the theatre industry every day, including actors, musicians, stagehands, ushers, and many other dedicated professionals,” said Charlotte St. Martin, President of the Broadway League. “Broadway has the power to inspire, enrich and entertain, and together we are committed to making that vital spirit a reality.  Once our stages are lit again, we will welcome fans back with open arms so that they can continue to experience the joy, heart, and goodwill that our shows so passionately express every night.”

Those holding tickets for performances through April 12, 2020 should contact their point of purchase for refunds and exchanges.

The Broadway League will continue to closely monitor the evolving coronavirus situation on behalf of the Broadway community and make decisions as circumstances require, in accordance with guidelines from the CDC and state and local health officials."