Lucifer, there are quite a few 'pros' that frequent these sites. And Marc Shaiman, for one, is probably roiling over the idea that he would not be considered one of the recognizable ones.
But there ARE others.
As for going to see a show...I applaud the effort but most people will say 'how?' With the possible exception of those who live in NYC and can't get out, there are few who can GET to a show in this chaos. And even the New Yorkers don't necessarily want the hassle of trying to get around the unanticipated messes that are likely to crop up even before people from RNC are here and ready to party.
It isn't fair to Broadway, but no one really gave much thought to the economy of this city before they planned this convention, did they?
"Life is a lesson in humility"