Jon Morgan, director of Theatres Trust, the UK’s national advisory body for theatres, has commented on the new changes in Covid-19 restrictions in Scotland and Wales:
Theatres already have a range of safety measures in place to keep audiences, staff and performers safe, but as Covid cases rapidly rise Theatres Trust understand why both the Scottish and Welsh Governments have advised to limit social gatherings. While the regulations do not directly affect theatres, there has already been an impact on ticket sales and theatres are finding themselves in a precarious position. Like the hospitality sector, the theatre sector will need additional economic support to help it survive this latest challenge.