By Frank Rizzo
As Connecticut’s vaccine rollout continues and with the state ready to essentially eliminate restrictions on businesses this month, theatergoers are starting to show a willingness to return to performing-arts venues, which could signal a recovery ahead for a key industry that’s been hit hard by the pandemic.
The latest monthly statistics from Audience Outlook Monitor (AOM) a global survey of theaters, museums and other arts spaces, including venues in Connecticut show for the first time a dramatic increase in peoples’ willingness to return to their favorite indoor arts spots.
The March survey found as many as 46% of Northeast audience respondents said they are willing to go to indoor arts events right now, following mask requirements and other safety guidelines, an uptick of nine percentage points compared to February.
COVID Relief Fund for the Arts helping Connecticut organizations
More than 150 nonprofit arts organizations across the state are receiving a piece of $9 million in grant money. Author: Angelo Bavaro (FOX61) Updated: 11:43 PM EST January 24, 2021
Ten months after COVID restrictions began, businesses and organizations across Connecticut are still struggling to get by during the pandemic. That is especially true for our state s arts community.
Now, a new grant program is helping those organizations.
The COVID Relief Fund for the Arts was set up by the governor s administration to provide support to the state’s arts community through the COVID pandemic.
Under the program, more than 150 nonprofit arts organizations across the state are receiving a piece of $9 million in grant money.