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Post by Jon on Jul 27, 2020 11:12:10 GMT
Not sure how it could work for the big two but The Dorfman could be altered due to its flexibility
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Post by Someone in a tree on Jul 27, 2020 11:21:42 GMT
The Olivier was once in the round and I think the circle was closed off. Maybe do something similar to make it work
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Post by Deleted on Jul 27, 2020 12:13:43 GMT
Hope the reference to attending in social bubbles doesn't imply no space for solo theatregoers...
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Post by Deleted on Jul 27, 2020 12:16:47 GMT
World Snooker starts at The Crucible on Friday wih limited audience in attendance. We can see how that looks.
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Post by Jon on Jul 27, 2020 12:49:50 GMT
Hope the reference to attending in social bubbles doesn't imply no space for solo theatregoers... I think we have to cut the theatres some slack when it comes to them coming up with business plans to safely reopen. I’d rather they can get back on their feet first than no theatre at all. I would imagine those single seats in the Lyttelton will be very sought after if they do include single theatregoers in their plans |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 27, 2020 12:56:42 GMT
Hope the reference to attending in social bubbles doesn't imply no space for solo theatregoers... I think we have to cut the theatres some slack when it comes to them coming up with business plans to safely reopen. I’d rather they can get back on their feet first than no theatre at all. I would imagine those single seats in the Lyttelton will be very sought after if they do include single theatregoers in their plans Sure - I have been a top cheerleader for cutting theatres some slack and doing what it takes, but I'm also selfish enough to want to get back there myself! It's an odd phrase and probably doesn't mean what it seems to imply; I don't think most people go to the theatre in a group - it's usually in twos or maybe fours. I'd imagine solo theatregoing is more common than going as a pack. Trying to coordinate diaries with just one other person is bad enough, let along a group - it's the main reason why I started going to the theatre by myself to begin with. By the time I managed to agree a date with someone else, the tickets were usually gone... |
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Post by Jan on Jul 27, 2020 19:14:10 GMT
Some charitable organisations have found that their public liability insurance has been changed to specify they have to exclude those aged 70 and over from attending events. I wonder if theatres will run into similar problems ?
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Post by samuelwhiskers on Jul 28, 2020 11:21:05 GMT
Very likely. I know theatres are having to send their COVID risk assessments to their insurers before they start or re-start any activity.
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Post by basdfg on Jul 28, 2020 18:21:17 GMT
Cam Mc says no re-opening until Easter at the earliest and four/five months of notice of no distancing opening being allowed is needed before performances can re-open.
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Post by stevej678 on Jul 28, 2020 18:32:18 GMT
Cam Mc says no re-opening until Easter at the earliest and four/five months of notice of no distancing opening being allowed is needed before performances can re-open. Or, if you prefer a more positive take on it, he is aiming to reopen box offices in November with a view to shows returning by Easter. |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 28, 2020 18:47:51 GMT
Cam Mc says no re-opening until Easter at the earliest and four/five months of notice of no distancing opening being allowed is needed before performances can re-open. He's clearly talking about the big West End behemoths; smaller theatres can be a lot more agile, as we're already seeing. Theatre is not a single thing, certainly not in London. |
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Post by talkingheads on Jul 28, 2020 19:27:24 GMT
Cineworld has reopened booking for Friday. Much less stringent measures than Odeon, though more details should be put up.
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Post by basdfg on Jul 28, 2020 20:14:47 GMT
Cam Mc says no re-opening until Easter at the earliest and four/five months of notice of no distancing opening being allowed is needed before performances can re-open. Or, if you prefer a more positive take on it, he is aiming to reopen box offices in November with a view to shows returning by Easter. But he will only re - open them in November if he gets a promise that no distancing will be needed - that's not a certainty. |
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Post by zahidf on Jul 28, 2020 21:42:04 GMT
Dowden also announced more detail on the government’s £1.57bn cultural recovery fund, including the creation of a new board to help administer the programme and advise on the largest grants. It will be chaired by Sir Damon Buffini, a founding partner of the private equity fund Permira and the chair of the National Theatre. Money will be distributed by organisations such as Arts Council England, the British Film Institute and Historic England. They will publish much anticipated guidance and criteria for applicants on Wednesday. www.theguardian.com/film/2020/jul/28/uk-pledges-500m-insurance-fund-to-jumpstart-film-and-tv-production |
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Post by talkingheads on Jul 28, 2020 22:26:45 GMT
Very sad
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Post by Jon on Jul 28, 2020 22:33:44 GMT
I mentioned it in the Phantom thread that it's most likely 'closing' and being replaced by the recent UK touring production rather than leaving the West End altogether.
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Post by Jan on Jul 29, 2020 6:26:25 GMT
Very likely. I know theatres are having to send their COVID risk assessments to their insurers before they start or re-start any activity. It is an overlooked aspect. My feeling is that in practice insurance requirements will end up by being more restrictive than government guidance. |
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Post by zahidf on Jul 29, 2020 7:55:13 GMT
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Post by zahidf on Jul 29, 2020 9:18:43 GMT
No more guidance for indoor performance without social distancing until Nov
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Post by Deleted on Jul 29, 2020 9:24:26 GMT
No more guidance for indoor performance without social distancing until Nov Christ on a bloody bike... |
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Post by Mark on Jul 29, 2020 9:45:02 GMT
No more guidance for indoor performance without social distancing until Nov What a farce. Bye bye to the theatre industry. |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 29, 2020 9:51:40 GMT
Hopefully they will just disregard this useless govt and get on with trying to put on indoor theatre in a way that's compatible with an ongoing health issue - eg like the Mousetrap is.
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Post by talkingheads on Jul 29, 2020 15:53:30 GMT
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Post by basdfg on Jul 29, 2020 16:16:10 GMT
Hopefully they will just disregard this useless govt and get on with trying to put on indoor theatre in a way that's compatible with an ongoing health issue - eg like the Mousetrap is. The mousetrap does have social distancing.
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Post by basdfg on Jul 29, 2020 16:16:56 GMT
No more guidance for indoor performance without social distancing until Nov What a farce. Bye bye to the theatre industry. With the government telling us a second wave is coming what did you expect? |
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