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06.04.2021 / 13:28

Concert venues dealt another blow as Ontario COVID-19 rules prohibit live streams

COVID-19 setback after the provincial government outlawed live streaming shows for the second time this year.The latest measures in Doug Ford’s “emergency brake” plan, introduced on Thursday, prohibit virtual concerts from taking place over the next four weeks in local venues _ an effort to slow the spread of the virus.But Lisa Zbitnew, co-owner of Phoenix Concert Theatre in Toronto, says while she supports the government’s health measures, she doesn’t understand why the live music industry is once again on the receiving end of mixed safety messages.

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With season cancelled by COVID-19, London’s Grand Theatre unveils digital ‘intermission’ offerings

coronavirus pandemic still in full swing, and with a major multi-million-dollar renovation project underway, London’s Grand Theatre is launching several free virtual initiatives to fill the void left by the cancellation of its 2020/21 season and High School Project.Announced on Thursday, the programming, seen as an intermission of sorts, will be comprised of a new podcast, online lessons for high school students, and a virtual “Un-Opening” event on what would have been the start of the theatre’s upcoming season.

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Lethbridge’s New West Theatre returns to stage with first-ever live drive-in show

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Hyland Cinema in London, Ont., to kick off Canada Day with new drive-in theatre

novel coronavirus pandemic, Londoners have the chance to celebrate Canada Day by screening the iconic 1995 movie Canadian Bacon at a local cinema’s new drive-in theatre.Hyland Cinema’s new drive-in theatre is set up in the cinema’s parking lot at 240 Wharncliffe Road South. Canada Day 2020 will include a drive-thru ribfest in Burlington, Ont.

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Coronavirus: Grand Theatre in London, Ont., postpones 2020-21 season

coronavirus pandemic.The Grand Theatre issued a statement Wednesday saying the postponement impacts production on both of its stages, along with the Jeans ‘n Classics concert series.

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Drive-in concerts, movies part of ‘new reality’ for Saskatchewan entertainment

Brett Kissel will play three one-hour drive-in concerts to an audience of 200 vehicles.Tickets for the shows, which benefit the Regina Food Bank, went on sale June 13.The first show sold out in 11 minutes.“As fast as we could go on sale, the show would sell out,” said Tim Reid, CEO of Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL).“Now we’re not selling out a stadium or an arena like we normally do, it was reduced to a couple hundred seats, but still — the appetite is people are looking for things to do.” Reid said the event complies with public health measures in place to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus.A maximum of six people per vehicle will be allowed and guests will need to bring their own food and beverages, as concessions

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I feel positive about ailing theatre sector’s prospects, says Sam Mendes

Sam Mendes has said that he feels “positive” about the prospect of a solution being found to support the UK’s ailing theatre sector through the lockdown.

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The New Reality: COVID-19 produces drive-thru revival

This is the fifth in a series of stories looking at the new reality of life during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Maritimes. You can find the full series here.

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Huron Country Playhouse cancels 2020 season due to coronavirus

Those looking forward to watching a theatre production in Grand Bend, Ont., this summer will have to wait until next year.

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Stephen Fry’s fears for performing arts amid ‘dark times’

Stephen Fry has said he cannot foresee any theatres opening to live audiences until 2021, adding that these are “dark times indeed” for the performing arts.

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Life imitating art in lockdown becomes online hit

It started as a 'lockdown diversion' six weeks ago - now one Dublin family's at-home recreations of famous artworks have become an online hit.

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Rainbow Stage closes curtain on 2020 season due to coronavirus

“Over the last 65 years, Rainbow Stage has brought the magic of musical theatre to Manitobans in the majestic setting of Kildonan Park and it is hard to imagine a summer without it.”

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Coronavirus pandemic forces cancellation of 2020 Saskatoon Fringe Festival

A summertime staple on Saskatoon’s Broadway Avenue will not take place this year due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Saskatoon playwright says empty theatres a chance to reflect on art’s future

Saskatoon playwright Joel Bernbaum is reflecting on how the novel coronavirus pandemic will impact his own research and the way theatre is done in the future.

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Coronavirus UK: How to watch plays at home during the Covid-19 lockdown

The coronavirus pandemic has led to, among other things, the nationwide lockdown of several countries.

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Coronavirus: London’s Grand Theatre delays $8M renos, cancels High School Project

London’s Grand Theatre announced Monday it will delay a planned $8 million spring renovation of its lobby spaces and cancel this year’s planned High School Project production as a result of operational disruptions caused by the novel coronavirus.

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Theatrical actors and directors isolated by COVID-19 produce novel online plays

The online theatrical piece starts in a faraway forest, moves across a parched desert, roiling seas and towering mountains before ending with a savage battle involving a furry beast.

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James Corden’s Tony winning play to be streamed on YouTube during coronavirus outbreak

James Corden and Tamsin Greig are heading back to the stage during the coronavirus outbreak (well, sort of) as part of an initiative to bring the theatre to people in self-isolation.

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