Broadway theaters will remain closed through Labor Day, extending the shutdown that began in March due to the coronavirus pandemic. It’s the third extension, after the original targeted date …
It’s the third extension, after the original targeted date to end the closure, April 12, was pushed back to June 7. Broadway performances were suspended on March 12.
“While all Broadway shows would love to resume performances as soon as possible, we need to ensure the health and well-being of everyone who comes to the theater — behind the curtain and in front of it — before shows can return,” said Broadway League president Charlotte St. Martin in a statement Tuesday. “The Broadway League’s membership is working in cooperation with the theatrical unions, government officials and health experts to determine the safest ways to restart our industry.
The Broadway League said the group is working with city and state officials to determine when it will be safe to resume performances. Broadway, as an industry, is particularly in jeopardy because patrons tend to skew older and it relies heavily on tourism.
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