SNL has been taking requests for tickets to its show this weekend, but New York's COVID-19 rules, make it clear that TV shows and other productions are prohibited from having a live audience unless it is made up entirely of paid employees, cast or crew.
" decision to welcome a live audience for its upcoming season premiere has drawn concern from New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's administration, which questioned whether the venerable show's plan complies with state COVID-19 restrictions.to its show this Saturday, when it is scheduled to open its 46th season and make a return to the famed Studio 8H in Manhattan's Rockefeller Center.
When asked Wednesday about the Health Department's statement, an "SNL" representative said the show is working with the department and following all guidelines.has been accepting ticket requests for Saturday's show through 1iota, a company that bills itself as an audience casting agency. alerts potential ticketholders they would be subject to a variety of COVID-19 precautions, including a rapid virus test when they enter the building and a mask mandate while they're inside.is planning to somehow make the audience members temporary employees or cast members for the duration of the show.tickets launched Sunday night. By Tuesday afternoon, it included a disclaimer noting potential ticketholders would have to"participate in a pre-screening process.
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