| There are so many moving parts to re-opening. Many performers, musicians, stagehands, etc have left the business, moved or retired. So there will have to be recasting, new costumes, rehearsals, techs, etc. There is a finite amount of rehearsal space and all of those things cost money. Lots of money. HAMILTON or THE LION KING or WICKED can afford that but shows that were marginal or just opened last spring are going to have to go back to investors who may be reluctant to put up more money esp if seating is limited or if there is even the most remote chance that things will be closed down again if it turns out theatres are not safe enough yet. Same thing for new shows outside of THE MUSIC MAN. And let's not forget a large percentage of the audience for the performing arts is older adults who mayl be understandably reluctant to return until it's been proven completely safe and without risk. I can't wait to get back but the path forward is anything but clear. |
