Heartland entertainment venues survive pandemic
Heartland entertainment venues survive pandemic
By Noelle Williams | March 12, 2021 at 9:52 PM CST - Updated March 12 at 10:18 PM
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - The days of enjoying a comedy show, concert or musical in person seemed long in the past. The COVID-19 relief bill can now give local entertainment venues much needed assistance. The owners hope the money will to get the party started again.
“We’re cautiously optimistic,” said Billy Robbins, the Board President of The Varsity Center of Arts, a performing Arts venue in Carbondale.
He said they’ve struggled during the pandemic, transitioning fully online and downsizing in staff.