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COVID-19 Impacts Local Theater & Changes Made At ASU Gammage

Theater Commentary – May 2, 2020

COVID-19 IMPACTS LOCAL THEATER AND CHANGES ARE MADE IN ASU GAMMAGE BROADWAY SEASON

By Chris Curcio

Since live theater will not return until September at the earliest due to the COVID-19 pandemic, local theatergoers are facing the challenge of not attending the art form they love.  For those who value theater, seeing performances on a television, a computer, or a smartphone is nothing like enjoying live theater with other audience members.

For live theater to return the experience must be different.  We can no longer crowd into a playhouse because social distancing must be established.  We must wait … Continue Reading