12 NOVEMBER 4, 2021 RIDGEWOOD TIMES WWW.QNS.COM
Help our arts venues get back in action
News that Queens Theatre is
opening its doors for in-person
programming once again is
music to our ears.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, one
of the hardest-hit industries has been
the arts. Queens Theatre and other
venues like it were forced to immediately
shut their doors at the onset of the
pandemic. Several of these venues have
yet to reopen. Some have permanently
closed, while others are just getting
back to business — but it’s defi nitely not
business as usual.
Many of these venues will require
patrons to wear masks and/or produce
proof of vaccination. Unfortunately,
there are still big pockets of the population
in Queens and throughout the city
who have not yet been vaccinated.
We urge you to roll up your sleeves
and get the shot so arts venues such as
Queens Theatre can open their doors
and start their recovery from the devastation
of the COVID-19 pandemic.
How can we expect these venues to
bounce back and thrive if people avoid
getting vaccinated?
At this point, abstaining from getting
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Getting vaccinated can help arts venues such as Queens Theatre thrive upon reopening.
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vaccinated is simply irresponsible. We
understand that there are some who
cannot get the vaccine due to medical
issues — this editorial is not directed
toward them, rather to the people who
seem not to care about the health of
those around them. If you won’t get the
shot for yourself, get it for your neighbors,
friends and family members.
No, the vaccine isn’t 100% eff ective
— but the many variations have proven
to lessen the symptoms of COVID-19.
Simply put, the COVID-19 vaccinations
are keeping people alive, and that’s what
matters.
Perhaps the city can get involved and
help the arts venues by off ering incentives
to help local arts venues bounce
back — perhaps by covering the cost of
free tickets?
The arts industry is such a vital
part of our culture here in Queens,
the “World’s Borough,” where we have
theaters and productions that cater to
so many vibrant cultures. We should
be doing everything in our power to
help support the arts. And right now,
that means getting vaccinated so we
can head out and support our local
venues.
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