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Resources for Reopening

 

Our research team collected artifacts, tools, and resources to consider when structuring reopening protocols. Scan below for reopening safety guidelines, guidance from researchers and government, and helpful articles as you plan for in-person audiences.

 
 

Reopening Guidelines from Arts and Cultural Institutions

 
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Guidance From Researchers and Governments

 
 
 

Out-of-Industry and Other Useful Resources

 
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Reminder of Key Safety Protocols

 

In our scan of arts organizations’ reopening plans, we observed the following trends across the board:

 
  • Require mask wearing and a minimum distance of 6 feet or 1.5 meters between people, often incorporating plexiglass or other barriers between parties. 

  • If weather permits & space is available, transition to outdoors where the risk of transmission is significantly reduced, using an open tent or canopy. Or understanding the layouts of your specific venue’s airflow dynamics can allow for specialized seating to decrease the likelihood of infection (see example from USUO)

  • Opt for programming that allows a reduced ensemble size. In particular, consider beginning with strings and/or percussion only, adding wind and brass instruments or vocals when it can be done safely, or when the aforementioned airflow dynamics allow it. 

  • Install plenty of sanitation stations, air filtration systems, and regular sanitizing protocols to follow in public places. 

  • Providing voluntary or mandatory temperature checks upon entry, but be aware that temperature checks may be little more than security theater.  

  • Offer contactless ticketing services with online reservations or purchases and close box offices to avoid walk ups. 

  • By shortening performances and taking away the intermission lessens the risk of exposure and takes away opportunities for potentially harmful mingling.  

  • Clearly communicating restrictions for moving around in the space before and during the visit (for example, staggering entries and exits is a great way to control the flow of traffic in the venue and limit people’s exposure to one another). 

  • Encouraging patrons in the US to use the CDC’s Coronavirus Self-Checker 

  • Identifying a public health professional or team of professionals to consult organizations on reopening strategies is advised