A report published by urban design specialists Publica and commissioned by Society of London Theatres (SOLT) has revealed the needs of London’s historic theatres that must be addressed, in order to continue their recovery post-pandemic. ‘A Call to Action – Securing the Future of London’s Theatres’ highlights the operational and access requirements of the theatre …
Dutch Government announces cautious re-opening
The Government of the Netherlands has announced that cinemas, theatres, music venues, museums, zoos and amusement parks can re-open from today (Wednesday). Locations are able to open from 5am but must close at 22:00. It is also mandatory for visitors over the age of 13 to theatres, music venues, museums and cinemas to present a …
Western Australia to require vaccination proof for entertainment venues and events
Western Australia residents will have to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 for indoor entertainment venues, nightclubs, music festivals and live music venues from later this month. Proof of vaccination is already in place for higher-risk venues in Perth and Peel, but the scheme has now been extended state-wide. Visitors to indoor establishments such as …
Wales eases restrictions for outdoor events from tomorrow
COVID-19 restrictions in Wales will be eased over the next two weeks, including limits that had been brought in for live sport, outdoor events and nightclubs, due to the spread of the Omicron variant. From tomorrow (Saturday) the number of attendees allowed to be present at an outdoor event will rise from 50 to 500. …
Tix Ticketing launches in the US
Ticketing software company Tix Ticketing has today (Thursday) announced the launch of its US operations. The Reykjavik-based firm, which traditionally caters for performing arts organisations, theatres, cultural houses and similar venues, already operates across the Nordics and in the UK. The US outfit will be led by recent hire Aren Murray (pictured main), who has …
Theatres and concert organisers await Scottish restriction decision
From Monday next week, large outdoor events in Scotland will be able to go ahead without physical distancing or capacity limits, while measures covering indoor events will be reviewed on January 18. In December, the Scottish Government cancelled some large-scale events and limited attendance numbers at others, including sporting matches, in a bid to reduce …
Belgian court wins battle for theatres
Theatres and cultural venues in Belgium have won an initial legal victory to reopen after the Belgian Government imposed COVID-19 restrictions, forcing them to shut. Belgium’s supreme administrative court, The Council of State, suspended the forced closures announced by the Government to curb an increase in Omicron cases. The victory has not outlined what is …
Curtains drop on West End shows due to Omicron variant
London’s West End is continuing to be affected by the spread of the Omicron variant, after almost half of the capital’s major theatres had to cancel performances because of Covid infections. Of the 46 full members of the Society of London Theatre (SOLT) that had planned to perform shows at the weekend, 22 were forced …
Ticketek partners with Marriner Group
Ticketing and data insights provider Ticketek has agreed a long-term partnership with theatre company Marriner Group. Ticketek will provide Marriner Group, which is one of the largest privately-owned theatre companies in Australia, with its ticketing technology, marketing and data insights during the deal. Marriner Group is the owner and operator of numerous theatres in Melbourne, …
COVID passes and masks for theatres, cinemas in England
Prime Minister Boris Johnson yesterday (Wednesday) announced that England will move to Plan B in a bid to tackle the spread of the Omicron variant of COVID-19. The update means the introduction of the NHS COVID Pass for entry into nightclubs and large events, which will begin Wednesday 15 December. In a statement, the UK …