Art organizations continue being affected by pandemic, some cancel or postpone shows
Pandemic Continues to Affect Local Arts By Francesca Constantini | January 13, 2021 at 10:16 PM EST - Updated January 13 at 10:16 PM
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The coronavirus pandemic continues to affect the local art scene. On Wednesday, Circus Arts Conservatory announcing its cancelation of the 2021 Big Top season. The Van Wezel also announced they’re postponing one of their main shows.
“Yet another disappointment but we learned to roll with the punches,” said Mary Bensel, Executive Director for the Van Wezel.
This week, the Van Wezel postponed their first show on the main stage since March. Magician Reza’s “Edge of Illusion” was scheduled for Jan. 25th and was moved to Feb. 10th, 2022. Bensel said air purification units were supposed to be installed in the 1,700 seat hall as part of their safety measures.