Because it is.
I have said that I think the protocols (by which I mean testing protocols) need to be changed to reflect Omicron (and if things don't shut down, they will be), because we are currently testing and reporting results too infrequently and also too close to the last minute. [and the same-ol' reason that's not already happening is because producers don't want to pay actors to have better test procedures.] But it is essential to understand that nothing is ever fool proof in the theatre. If we take all of the responsible steps to minimizing the risk of an infection, someone can still get infected. Making theatre has risks. Forgetting about little bugs we can't see, when we put two actors on stage and have them move, there is a risk they will hurt each other because they are not both where they are supposed to be. We even increase that risk pretty often by having them dance, fight, jump around, etc. If we are responsible, we minimize risks, but they remain. Same is true with covid. |
