After careful thought and consideration, Regina’s Globe Theatre says it is cancelling the remainder of its season due to the challenges they face surrounding COVID-19.
In a release, the Globe Theatre says plans for a three-play offering were set to begin January 2021 with their team diligently exploring every option on how performances could be presented However, we are facing multiple obstacles including social distancing, limited allowable audience capacity, challenges with tight backstage and rehearsal spaces for artists, securing alternative cost effective venues with the loss of our space at the Prince Edward Building to accommodate the renovation, and other unknown complications of COVID-19 that could arise thus the decision has been made.
It is a move that while disappointing is being done in safety according to executive director Jaime Boldt.
“As we pack up the Prince Edward Building for our major renovation, I reflect on the high hopes that we had of taking you “around town” starting in January 2021, with shows planned in various venues throughout the city” Boldt said in a statement. ” However, it would appear the virus cannot be ignored, and we need to take pause. We are doing our homework carefully out of respect and to protect our audiences and our artists. This means that we will be announcing pandemic friendly microprogramming one project at a time. However, what we do know is that our renovation project is moving along, and we will be fully moved out of 1801 Scarth Street by mid-November. Future programming will take place around town and we are excited to invite you on that adventure with us when we are able!”
The Globe Theatre has been presenting professional theatre in Saskatchewan for over 55 years.
