The individual most recently worked as an usher at the Shubert's Booth Theater, and also recently worked at the Brooks Atkinson Theater.
“Last evening, we were notified that a part-time employee of both organizations has tested positively for COVID-19 ," said a joint statement from the Shubert and Nederlander Organizations. "Immediately upon learning of the positive test, both organizations began taking every step necessary to ensure the safety of our audiences, performers, crew, and building staff."
A deep cleaning, which the theater says follows all current government standards, has been completed at the Booth Theater, and"out of an abundance of caution," a deep cleaning is scheduled at the Brooks Atkinson overnight. "Among the many reasons that Broadway is unique is the connection between our audiences, the performers, and the women and men who work on the production teams and within our theaters. We are committed to making sure this never changes, and we will continue to provide a safe and special experience for all involved,” the statement concludes.
On Tuesday, producer Scott Rudin announced that all remaining tickets to"To Kill a Mockingbird,""West Side Story,""The Lehman Trilogy,""Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" and"The Book of Mormon" from March 12 to March 29 will be offered for $50 starting at noon on Thursday.
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