COVID Cancellations — Page 4

HogansHero said: "It will not surprise me if we see a winter hiatus."

Say goodbye to Broadway, if that happens. They won't survive another shutdown. At least not the current crop. And it would take the better part of a decade to build back up again.

Updated On: 12/15/21 at 12:05 PM

TINA cancelled both shows today, HARRY POTTER cancelled just their matinee(for now) & AIN'T TOO PROUD is back today (both shows).

KitKatBoy24 said: "Cursed Child matinee cancelled today due to breakthrough covid case. Evening still on. Confirmed on their Instagram"

Does that mean Harry Potter will test everyone again between now and this evening to ensure everyone is negative?

Let's hope, TJ.

Somewhat related question: for those here who are in the midtown area, where are you getting your Covid testing done? I'm not waiting in a CityMD line, but I want to have some piece of mind going into Christmas week as social interactions are starting to increase.

When I was in NYC in August they had free Covid testing on every few blocks. Not sure if that's a thing now that it's colder.

Jordan Levinson said: "Something just hit me:

As of last week, just under 25% of the eligible US population had received a booster shot - atrocious. Meanwhile, the CDC definition of “fully vaccinated” has not changed yet (it will soon, guaranteed). I have heard that two doses of the Pfizer vaccine are only 30% effective against Omicron, and knowing how similar Moderna has been compared to Pfizer ever since initial efficacy data was released, I’d expect approximately that percentage to be announced in the coming days and weeks. A booster shot, however, gets your protection against Omicron right back up to between 70 - 75%: as protected as we once were with two doses against Delta.

Broadway’s full vaccination rules have not changed since the September reopening, and quite honestly, I think they will very soon. The next time the League extends mask mandates - most likely through the end of April - “fully vaccinated” should also mean boosted, for audience members and anyone / everyone working in a theatre. New York residents can now sign up for the NYS Excelsior Pass Plus, which shows proof of all three doses received.

There will still be breakthrough cases, I have no doubt, especially in the winter when COVID thrives in crowded indoor public spaces. Breakthroughs, however, will not be as concerning in the future as they are right now. The sad truth is that two-dose immunity has waned noticeably and there aren’t many people boosted at the moment.
In short, GET YOUR BOOSTER NOW! What was once a helpful tip has quickly become an urgent plea as Omicron is running buck wild around the world."



The Met just announced a booster mandate, starting January 17th.

Anakela said: "Jordan Levinson said: "Something just hit me:

As of last week, just under 25% of the eligible US population had received a booster shot - atrocious. Meanwhile, the CDC definition of “fully vaccinated” has not changed yet (it will soon, guaranteed). I have heard that two doses of the Pfizer vaccine are only 30% effective against Omicron, and knowing how similar Moderna has been compared to Pfizer ever since initial efficacy data was released, I’d expect approximately that percentage to be announced in the coming days and weeks. A booster shot, however, gets your protection against Omicron right back up to between 70 - 75%: as protected as we once were with two doses against Delta.

Broadway’s full vaccination rules have not changed since the September reopening, and quite honestly, I think they will very soon. The next time the League extends mask mandates - most likely through the end of April - “fully vaccinated” should also mean boosted, for audience members and anyone / everyone working in a theatre. New York residents can now sign up for the NYS Excelsior Pass Plus, which shows proof of all three doses received.

There will still be breakthrough cases, I have no doubt, especially in the winter when COVID thrives in crowded indoor public spaces. Breakthroughs, however, will not be as concerning in the future as they are right now. The sad truth is that two-dose immunity has waned noticeably and there aren’t many people boosted at the moment.
In short, GET YOUR BOOSTER NOW! What was once a helpful tip has quickly become an urgent plea as Omicron is running buck wild around the world."



The Met just announced a booster mandate, starting January 17th."

Good. Let this be a start.

Gothamist posted this a few days ago. Handy!

https://gothamist.com/news/heres-where-to-get-a-covid-test-in-nycand-how-much-it-will-cost

Proof of vaccination and masks are required. As of last month members under 12 needed a negative rapid or PCR test done within specific times prior to the performance.

I fully expect booster shots for all cast/crew/patrons to be required by January for Broadway theaters.

Jordan Catalano said: "Thanks! I hope I’m not stuck here much longer, even though I feel FINE (a testament to the importance of getting these shots) and am using the time to catch up on a bunch of movies - CODA is the best film of the year, hands down - so…silver lining?"

Jordan, sorry you tested positive. I know you said you feel fine (yay!), but I want to point out one weird side-effect you may be experiencing. You misspelled West Side Story as CODA. Hopefully, that specific symptom subsides pronto! Just kidding…sorta…lol.

Haven’t seen CODA yet, but watched The Power of The Dog last night. I liked it. It reminded me a bit of There Will Be Blood which I love. Still, WSS is my fave of the limited amount of movies I’ve seen so far this year.

But I digress. Back to our regular programming and (for Jordan) life outside your hotel room hopefully soon.

Found this interesting if not very encouraging:

https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2021/12/omicron-is-about-to-overwhelm-us.html

I probably should’ve gone for the slightly more expensive hotel rate for my upcoming trip rather than the cheaper unrefundable rate I booked