HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN

​HOW GBSC IS KEEPING YOU SAFE 

WE ARE COMMITTED TO KEEPING GBSC A SAFE AND WELCOMING SPACE FOR EVERYONE! 
 
The following Safety Plan outlines the precautions and protocols that GBSC is putting in place to ensure live performances with minimal risk to patrons, artists, and staff.  
   
All measures are compliant with the CDC guidelines and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.    
 
Health and Safety Update as of July 22, 2021

​Please note: due to the recent uptick in Covid-19 cases and the increased rate of spread due to the Delta variant, we are currently re-examining our Health and Safety Plan, including, but not limited to the following:
  • Socially Distant Seating: if we deem it necessary, we may offer required or optional socially distanced seating for our performances. In this event, patrons' seats may need to be changed from the ones they originally reserved.
  • Masks: it is likely that masks will now be required for all individuals who enter our Theatre for performances, regardless of vaccination status.
  • Proof of vaccination: we are exploring the idea of requiring proof of vaccination or a recent negative Covid test for all individuals who enter our Theatre for performances.
 A full revision of the Health and Safety Plan will be issued in the coming weeks.
 
Guidelines below  are effective as of June 30, 2021. This plan will be continually updated to reflect best current practices.    
  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
  • GBSC will be replacing and upgrading its HVAC system prior to the opening of the 2021-2022 Mainstage Season. The new HVAC system will utilize MERV-13 filters and provide constant fresh air cycling throughout the theatre, lobby dressing room and green room areas..  
  • All GBSC staff, volunteers and artists will be vaccinated.  
  • For all non-Young Company performances patrons, staff and volunteers are required to wear face coverings (covering nose and mouth both) if they are not vaccinated.  For those who do not have face coverings we will provide a disposable mask.  
  • For Young Company performances, all patrons, staff, ushers and performers are required to wear face coverings (covering nose and mouth both) at all times within the building. For those who do not have face coverings we will provide a disposable mask. 
  • All are welcome to wear masks if they wish for non-Young Company shows. 
  • Hand sanitizer stations are set up at the doors and throughout the theatre.  Everyone is encouraged to use them regularly.  
  • The theatre, bathrooms and concessions stands will be completely disinfected prior to each performance.  
  • An attendant will disinfect each toilet/urinal and stall door handle/lock in each restroom prior to each performance and before and after each intermission.  
  • Staff will monitor and regularly disinfect all high-touch surfaces (door plates/knobs, counters, handrails, pens, etc.) prior to each performance.  
  
As part of our Social Contract with our artists, staff and patrons, we ask anyone who meets any of the criteria below to refrain from attending the Theatre:  
  • Experience any COVID-19 symptoms within the last 72 hours.   
  • ​Exposure to Covid-19 by coming in contact with someone exhibiting symptoms within the last 72 hours.    
  
The CDC guidelines of COVID-19 symptoms can be found here:  CDC Covid-19 Symptoms  
  
Actor and production team safety measures are coming soon.   
  
 EXPOSURE RESPONSE  
   
Symptomatic Patron, Staff Member, Volunteer or Artist   
  • If an artist, patron, volunteer or staff member exhibits present symptoms of COVID-19 they will be asked not to attend the performance.    
  • If an artist, volunteer or staff member exhibits symptoms, they must present a Negative Covid-19 test dated after the time of the symptom reported to be allowed back in the building.    
  • All close contacts of symptomatic person will be contacted immediately, including other patrons.    
  • Following a symptomatic case, GBSC staff will meet to discuss whether or not performances shall continue in-person.    
   
POSITIVE COVID-19 Test of close contact of Patron, Staff Member, Volunteer or Artist.  
   
The CDC defines a close contact as:   
“someone who was within 6 feet of an infected person for a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more over a 24-hour period starting from 2 days before illness onset (or, for asymptomatic patients, 2 days prior to test specimen collection) until the time the patient is isolated.”   
  
  • If an artist, patron, volunteer or staff member is determined to be a close contact of a person that has tested positive for COVID-19, they will be asked to remain home and to follow the most up-to-date state guidelines.   
  • The artist, patron, volunteer or staff member must present a Negative Covid-19 test dated 4 to 5 days after the exposure or self-isolate according to current CDC recommendations AND present no symptoms before returning to GBSC.    
   
POSITIVE COVID-19 Test of Patron, Staff Member, Volunteer or Artist.  
  • If a Patron, Staff Member, Volunteer or Artist tests positive for Covid-19, GBSC Staff will meet to discuss the proper course of action, which could include postponing performances or moving to all virtual performances for a time.    
  • All close contacts of the confirmed case will be immediately contacted via phone and email.   
  • The infected individual will be encouraged to follow the most updated state guidelines. Artists, Staff and Volunteers will be required to follow the most updated state guidelines.  
  • The artist, patron, volunteer or staff member must present a Negative Covid-19 test dated 4 to 5 days after the exposure or self-isolate according to current CDC recommendations AND present no symptoms before returning to GBSC.    
  • The infected individual’s identity will remain anonymous.    
  
Greater Boston Stage Company will be as transparent as possible when it comes to changes to any policies and procedures regarding Covid-19. Rest assured, our first responsibility is always the health and safety of our patrons, artists, and staff.  
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