All 41 theaters on Broadway will go 'mask optional' beginning July 1, theater officials said. The policy will be re-evaluated on a monthly basis. (Gothamist)
The Broadway League, which represents theater owners and producers across the country, announced Tuesday that all 41 theaters on Broadway will go "mask optional" for the month of July.
In a statement, Charlotte St. Martin, president of The Broadway League, said audience members were still encouraged to wear masks, but would not be required to beginning July 1. The policy will be re-evaluated on a monthly basis going forward. “Millions of people enjoyed the unique magic of Broadway by watching the 75th Tony Award Ceremony recently," St. Martin said. "Millions more have experienced Broadway LIVE in theatres in New York City and throughout the U.S., since we reopened last fall. We’re thrilled to welcome even more of our passionate fans back to Broadway in the exciting 22-23 season that has just begun."The Broadway League announcement did not specify a reason for the policy change.
had been downgraded from "high" to "medium." Under the new designation, however, the department offers this guidance on mask-wearing: "Wear a face mask in public indoor settings where vaccine status is not known."There are currently 27 shows running at the 41 theaters on Broadway.their vaccine requirements for audience members.
Since Broadway reopened in the fall of 2021, multiple productions have been affected by COVID outbreaks, with several individual performances
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