For music, opera, dance and theatergoers, however, most venues are continuing their current COVID protocols. Also, some venues may continue to impose their own mitigation efforts to keep their clients and customers safe. We thank our students, faculty and staff for their sacrifices and understanding throughout our response to COVID-19, Figora said. This includes accommodations for children under 12 and people with a medical condition or closely held religious belief that prevents vaccination. Here's What We Know So Far, 25-Year-Old Makes $200/Hour Without a Bachelor's Degree: I Work Less Than 6 Hours a Day', Khloe Kardashian Confirms Name of Her and Tristan Thompson's Baby Boy Keeps With Family Tradition, Illinois Tulip Festival Will Only Be Open for a Limited Time. The first big touring musical hosted by Broadway in Chicago is slated to be Rent at the CIBC Theatre Oct. 5-10. "Throughout the pandemic, we have prioritized the health and well-being of our staff, artists and patrons. New York's longest running musical closed on Sunday after 35 years at the Majestic Theatre. by Chloe Rabinowitz Apr. Not all of the Leagues more than 200 member theaters will be able to open this fall. Hell in a Handbag Productions will still require proof of vaccinations and masking for its current production of The Drag Seed., In a statement, the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire said it will keep in place all mandatory mask and proof of vax or negative test requirements for the remainder of the run of West Side Story (through March 27) but would anticipate updating those policies by the April 13 opening of The Sound of Music.. ", "Where negative tests are accepted," the guidance continues, "guests may provide proof of a COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of the performance start time, or a negative COVID-19 antigen test taken within 6 hours of the performance start time.". Specific protocols may vary by venue, but in general, patrons will need to be masked and fully vaccinated with an FDA authorized vaccine in order to attend an indoor performance and must show proof of vaccination and identification at their time of entry into the venue with their valid ticket. As of today, we plan to open on March 4 without the mask and COVID vaccine mandates, Jennifer Howell, spokeswoman for the planetarium said in a statement. Raven Theatre's Board of Directors announced that Markie Gray will step down as the theater's Managing Director at the end Moving forward, the United Center will require all attendees includingChicago BullsandBlackhawksfans to presentproof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test to gain access to the venue. A large number of Chicago-area theaters, dance and performing arts companies, led by the League of Chicago Theatres, announced Tuesday morning they Excitement is growing among artists and staff as productions are set to return to local stages. Stephanie J. The announcements follow others in the arts and performing arts industries. The Chicago Details on vaccination requirements remained unclear, however. CDC guidelines for acceptable face coverings, https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cdcresponse/about-COVID-19.html, https://www1.nyc.gov/site/coronavirus/index.page. If 5 or more COVID-19 cases are identified at your facility within 14 calendar days of each other, please report to CDPH within 24 hours of identifying. Some of Chicagos nonprofit theaters have already opened, including the Goodman Theatre with School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play. The dinner circus production Teatro ZinZanni has reopened at the Cambria Hotel in the Loop. In the announcement, the CSOA also said that tickets for fall and holiday programming would go on sale 10 a.m. Aug. 19. Sign up for our morning newsletter to get all of our stories delivered to your mailbox each weekday. For more information, seeGuidance for Mitigation of COVID-19 in Congregate Setting Facilities. Most other theaters, including presenter Broadway in Chicago, when asked individually about their COVID protocols, referred the Tribune to the League of Chicago Theatres statement. ", A statement from the League of Chicago Theaters: pic.twitter.com/qj9vI0VmtF. Willie Nelson celebrated his 90th birthday with a two-night star-studded stand at the Hollywood Bowl, where he was joined by Neil Young, Snoop Dogg, the Chicks. Were still here because so many have chosen safety, and we ask patrons to do the same.. Please note: all events are being planned at full capacity, subject to applicable law and governmental approval. Safety Official Site of BROADWAY IN CHICAGO your source for buying tickets to the best of broadway, Dr. Seuss How The Grinch Stole Christmas! Safety protocols such as socially distanced seating and proof of masks/vaccination were instituted since fall 2021 to effectively allow for the return of in-person performances. We knew that we needed to have a unified approach to keeping our audiences, artists and staff safe.. Last updated and effective as of May 5, 2021. Under the Restore Illinois framework for Phase 5, large-scale events are allowed to operate at full capacity. We are pleased that many members of our vibrant performing arts community that will be opening have come together to craft a unified response to this crisis so that audiences can once again experience the joy of live performance without future disruption.. The Allstate Arena did not provide details on an updated COVID policy, but an employee confirmed to NBC 5 via telephone that the masking requirement at the venue was lifted along with the state. The new guidelines also apply to all performers, staff and crew at each participating theater. The theater will reopen with "Paradise Square" in November. A man breaks down a cardboard box while walking past the House of Blues' COVID-19 sign urging people to be kind and stay healthy in April 2020. Meanwhile, at All Rights Reserved. "Chances are everyone knows someone with COVID-19 right now," Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said. Seats sit empty at Broadway in Chicago's dormant James M. Nederlander Theatre in June 2020 in Chicago. Audiences are encouraged to check with theaters for specific guidance before attending a performance. NOTE: If you are planning to attend live theater or a concert in the area in the coming weeks, check venue websites for their up-to-the-minute COVID policies. This means saving that picture of your vaccine card on your phone, and keeping a mask in your back pocket. NBC Universal, Inc. More than 65 performing arts venues across the Chicago area have unified to require audience members to provide proof of either their We felt it very important to be very clear and very assuring to inspect proof of vaccination.. Aguijn Theater is currently reviewing what capacity restrictions will look like in the fall. Block, Sebastian Arcelus and Katy Geraghty in the Broadway tour of "Into the Woods" in Chicago at the Nederlander Theatre. Among Chicagos major museums, the Art Institute and both the Shedd Aquarium and Adler Planetarium on the Museum Campus said they would follow the city and states timetable and not require masks or proof of vaccinations after Feb. 28 the Adler when it reopens March 4. (Kamil Krzaczynski/Getty Images) Workers in Chicago who were fired for not complying with the citys COVID-19 vaccine mandate must get their jobs back, a judge said in a new ruling. To open or not to open: That's been the question for Chicagos performing arts community over the last year and a half. For further details about these and other COVID-related preventative measures that each theatre is providing for the safety of their audiences and artists, it is important that patrons confirm the details of the venue they are attending. No one is in custody. The growing coalition includes: 16th Street Theater, A Red Orchid Theatre, About Face Theatre, Aguijn Theatre, Albany Park Theatre Project, American Blues Theater, Apollo Theater Chicago, Artemesia Theatre, The Artistic Home, Aston Rep Theatre Company, Athenaeum Theatre, Auditorium Theatre, Babes with Blades, Black Button Eyes Productions, Bluebird Arts, Brightside Theatre, Broadway In Chicago, Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble, Chicago Humanities Festival, Chicago Magic Lounge, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, Chicago Youth Shakespeare, Court Theatre, First Floor Theatre, First Folio Theater, Goodman Theatre, Greenhouse Theatre Center, Harris Theater for Music and Dance, Hell in a Handbag, Her Story Theatre, High Concept Labs, House Theatre of Chicago, International Voices Project, The Joffrey Ballet, Lookingglass Theatre Company, Lyric Opera of Chicago, The Marriott Theatre, Midsommer Flight, The Neo Futurists, The New Coordinates, Northlight Theatre, Oak Park Festival Theatre, Oil Lamp Theater, Old Town School of Folk Music, Paramount Theatre, Piven Theatre Workshop, Pivot Arts, Playmakers Laboratory, Porchlight Music Theatre, Pridearts, Promethean Theatre Ensemble, Raven Theatre, Red Tape Theatre, Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, Saint Sebastian Players, Saltbox Theatre Collective, The Second City, Shattered Globe Theatre, Skokie Theatre, Stage Left Theatre, Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Theatre Wit, Three Brothers Theatre, Timeline Theatre Company, UrbanTheater Company, Victory Gardens Theater, Williams Street Repertory Theatre and Writers Theatre. "The measures we are taking in solidarity with our sibling institutions are to help ensure that togetherness and presence will come back and stay back and that theatre itself will survive. The League of Chicago Theatres, which advocates for more than 200 Chicago-area theaters, sent a letter to its membership stating themajority of its member theaters indicated they would continue current mandatory mask/proof of vaccination policies, citing recent surveys indicating this is what our audiences want and some artists and their representatives have said they would like this policy to continue as well.. Were proud of Chicagos progress in the face of increasingly contagious variants, but were only here because safety has been our priority.. As the theater updates its policies, we will update this page to reflect them. According to the announcement, children under the age of 12 who are not currently eligible for vaccination presently will not be admitted to performances. The boy was walking in the 1900 block of West 47th Street when he was shot, police said. Cook Countys public health department announced a similar move. Every venue is different, and for many, these small efforts have brought relief. Joffrey, which performs at the Lyric Opera House, also preemptively postponed Don Quixote originally scheduled to open Feb. 16 with additional postponements announced by Lookingglass and Court Theatre, among others. Oversized bags larger than 22 x 14 x 9 must be checked. (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune). Guidelines regarding concessions and for children under the age of five, who cannot yet be vaccinated, vary by location and event type. If you plan on attending live theater performances in and around the Chicago area in the months ahead, youll need to adhere to strict new COVID-19 safety protocols announced Tuesday by the League of Chicago Theatres. This collective decision is the next step in that commitment so that we all can get safely back to what we miss and love., We at Lookingglass believe in togetherness and in presence," said Lookingglass Theatre Company Artistic Director Heidi Stillman. WebPLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID-19, Ticketmaster is dealing with hundreds of thousands of cancelled events from around the world and Broadway In Chicago is working with them to give you the best service possible. Seats sit empty at Broadway in Chicago's dormant James M. Nederlander Theatre in June 2020 in Chicago. Sign up to be the first to know about our upcoming eventswhether it be in the world of sports or entertainment. More than 65 performing arts venues and producers throughout Chicago will require audience members to provide proof of vaccination or negative test certification The Chicago areas theaters were hit hard by mandatory shutdowns in place since 2020, forcing many shows to be canceled or rescheduled to 2022 or beyond. This includes accommodations for children under 12 and people with medical conditions or religious beliefs preventing them from being vaccinated. Anthony Freud, Lyrics general director, says the announcement came after weeks and weeks of discussions within the coalition. THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS IN THIS AGREEMENT ARE IN ADDITION TO THE VENUES TICKET TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Businesses that are licensed by the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) are required to report if: 5 or more cases are identified within 14 days and/or they have closed due to COVID-19 cases. (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune). An $80,000 reward has been offered for information leading to his arrest. The Second City is following all city, county, and state COVID-19 safety protocols All touch points and common areas are disinfected continuously throughout the evening Our theatre is regularly being disinfected before, in between and after all shows and classes using hospital-grade electrostatic spray disinfectant EnviroShield. For performances through June 30, 2022, masks must A coalition of performing arts organizations, Glenview police blotter: Harwood Heights woman charged with possession of a stolen vehicle, Northbrook blotter: Police investigating robberies of two residences on Chewton Glen, Boston Bruins, after setting NHL records for wins and points, get eliminated in the 1st round with a Game 7 OT loss, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. Where negative tests are accepted, audience members must provide proof of a COVID-19 PCR test within 72 hours of the performance start time, or a negative COVID-19 antigen test taken within 6 hours of the performance start time. The Chicago Theatre's reopening comes amid a new wave of COVID cases and rising concerns about the Delta variant. A growing coalition of the areas performing arts venues and producers will require audience members to show proof of vaccination or negative COVID test results to gain entry to participating theaters. He was hospitalized in fair condition. In July, New Yorks Broadway League announced mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations and masks for all of its member theaters. The coalition includes 16th Street Theater, A Red Orchid Theatre, About Face Theatre, Aguijn Theatre, Albany Park Theatre Project, American Blues Theater, Apollo Theater Chicago, Artemesia Theatre, Artistic Home, Aston Rep Theatre Company, Athenaeum Theatre, Auditorium Theatre, Babes with Blades, Black Button Eyes Productions, Bluebird Arts, Brightside Theatre, Broadway in Chicago, Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble, Chicago Humanities Festival, the Chicago Latino Theater Alliance (CLATA), Chicago Magic Lounge, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, Chicago Youth Shakespeare, Court Theatre, First Floor Theatre, First Folio Theater, Goodman Theatre, Greenhouse Theatre Center, Harris Theater for Music and Dance, Hell in a Handbag, Her Story Theatre, High Concept Labs, House Theatre of Chicago, International Voices Project, the Joffrey Ballet, Lookingglass Theatre Company, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Marriott Theatre, Midsommer Flight, the Neo Futurists, the New Coordinates, Northlight Theatre, Oak Park Festival Theatre, Oil Lamp Theater, Old Town School of Folk Music, Paramount Theatre, Piven Theatre Workshop, Pivot Arts, Playmakers Laboratory, Porchlight Music Theatre, Pridearts, Promethean Theatre Ensemble, Raven Theatre, Red Tape Theatre, Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, Saint Sebastian Players, Saltbox Theatre Collective, Second City, Shattered Globe Theatre, Skokie Theatre, Stage Left Theatre, Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Theatre Wit, Three Brothers Theatre, Timeline Theatre Company, UrbanTheater Company, Victory Gardens Theater, WildClaw Theatre, Williams Street Repertory Theatre and Writers Theatre. We are pleased that many members of our vibrant performing arts community that will be opening have come together to craft a unified response to this crisis so that audiences can once again experience the joy of live performance without future disruption.. What to Know if You're Planning to Go, 4 Midwest Schools, Including 1 in Illinois Make List of Most Beautiful College Campuses'. On the music club front, another venue consortium, the Chicago Independent Venue League (CIVL), said that many of its more than 40 partners including Park West, Thalia Hall, Old Town School of Folk Music, Metro, The Vic, Joes on Weed, Schubas Tavern and Hideout will also continue to require masks and vaccination checks. This page will be updated as more information becomes available. CHICAGO (CBS) -- Lyric Opera is the latest performing arts venue to require its audience to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. School districts, too, may decide to implement their own mask mandates. Fall programming begins with music director Riccardo Muti leading the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Sept. 23, as well as a Sept. 2 concert with Herbie Hancock. Businesses and Employersneed to consider how best to decrease the spread of COVID-19 and lower the impact in their workplace. Through our work, we ensure that theatre continues to thrive in our city. 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