Industry Pro Newsletter: Encouraging news of a vaccine and global reopening plans start to take shape

November 16, 2020 -

Encouraging news out last Monday about a potentially effective COVID-19 vaccine that could be widely available by April of next year. For many organizations, that is bittersweet news - it might guarantee over a year of closure, but there is at least starting to be an end in sight to the uncertainty, if nothing else. Outside of the United States, we also saw plenty of encouraging news out of Australia that is seeing more and more of its stages re-open at 50% capacity. As they push to return to 100%, they may be able to provide a roadmap for the rest of us as to how we ramp back to normal as quickly, and safely, as possible.

A Widely Available Vaccine Could be Here by April 2021

On The Lead with Jake Tapper, Dr. Fauci says most Americans should have access to a COVID-19 vaccine by April 2021. There are still logistical hurdles to clear, and as is the case with news such as this there are any number of setbacks that could arise and delay the timeline - but this is the brightest the light at the end of the tunnel has looked up to this point.

Jersey City Passes Non-Binding Resolution for New Arts Tax

The tax will generate between 1 and 2 million dollars to be distributed to the cities arts institutions.

"The clash of 2019 ideals and 2020 realities": inside Steppenwolf's New Theater Complex

The Chicago Tribune paid a visit to Steppenwolf's new $54 million theatre, which is nearing completion. Take a look inside the new facilities that Steppenwolf will likely have waiting for audiences sooner rather than later.

"The Spin...provide(s) post-election catharsis."

Available on demand through November 22nd, The Spin from Interrobang Theatre Project has been streaming on BroadwayWorld Events - and picking up strong press throughout the process. Check out the review above from The Chicago Reader, and don't hesitate to reach out if you've got streaming productions that are still searching for a home. We'd love to partner with you on BroadwayWorld Events!

Sydney Entertainment Venues Push for a Return to 100% Capacity

Citing improvements in caseloads and the pending nature of a vaccine, performing arts venues across the region are pushing to return to their full capacity. Currently, productions are beginning to open at 50% capacity, but producers insist a return to 100% is not only safe, it is vital for the return of the sector.

In Australia, Arts Grants Start Flowing

In sum, $30 million has gone to 160 different performing arts organizations in New South Wales, with many of the companies receiving their largest amount of grant funding in their history. There is hope among artists, activists, and granters alike that this will spark a mini arts boom to help the sector recover from the pandemic.

New App for Learning Accents

Dialect coaching just got easier. With the launch of Spikizi, performers, directors, and dialect coaches will have access to a database of accents with the ultimate goal of getting as specific as a neighborhood - helping performers and producers alike create even more true to life productions through the use of this technology.

Hollywood Turns Towards Adaptations Once Again

Last week, the New York Times took a look at the latest fad in Hollywood, which turns out to be one of its oldest: film adaptations of plays and musicals. As we approach the holiday season and people are looking for more and more content to watch, Hollywood has taken notice of the stage once again.

BroadwayWorld Town Hall: What's Affecting Our Young Talent Right Now?

On Thursday, November 19th at 3pm Eastern, join BroadwayWorld, Nancy Carson, Baayork Lee, and Richard Jay Alexander in a town hall style conversation LIVE on our Facebook. Learn more about the event (and RSVP your attendance) at the link above!

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