and these numbers are based on what exactly?
your source for this percentage?
seriously guys, some kind of reference would really aid in credibility factor.
COVID-19’s Impacts on BGW
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your source for this percentage?
seriously guys, some kind of reference would really aid in credibility factor.
Amazon has a huge capacity issue right now as demand is off the charts. Most their supply is fine and there’s no reason to believe it won’t be. Farmers aren’t going under and there isn’t reason to believe they are in any danger - they can easily social distance in their operations.
Grocery stores in general are getting a huge uptick in business from the collapse of restaurants. This is the winners and losers. People need to eat in any scenario, period. If it’s too dangerous to gather than those businesses that get food to the masses will be the big winners.
There are ways to nudge people to stay apart. The queues can have every other line opened and I’ve seen some companies using stickers on the ground reminding people where to stand. If this pandemic turns out bad, the shock and awe alone will change a lot of behavior.
Day 5 no BGW:
Interlocked two loops of yellow paper. Put it on the table and named it Nessie.
Interlocked two loops of yellow paper. Put it on the table and named it Nessie.
I apologize if this has already been asked and answered, but I don't recall seeing it through out this thread.
Does anyone know the status of the performers? Particularly those from Celtic Fyre. Did they get sent back to their respective homes/country, or are many sheltering in place at BG housing?
Does anyone know the status of the performers? Particularly those from Celtic Fyre. Did they get sent back to their respective homes/country, or are many sheltering in place at BG housing?
I don't know about Celtic Fyre's returning cast specifically, but I do know that Ent has cancelled a bunch of auditions they had scheduled for this Spring. This will almost certainly have a serious impact on BGW Ent products throughout 2020.
Truthfully, I'm very worried about entertainment and special event programming at BGW this year. I think there's a very good chance that we see a lot cancelled.
Truthfully, I'm very worried about entertainment and special event programming at BGW this year. I think there's a very good chance that we see a lot cancelled.
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I thought that Celtic Fyre was supposed to start this weekend. Which would have meant that practices and rehearsals would have been going on the past few weeks.
I think many live domestically even if they're citizens of other countries.
Two of the Celtic Fyre cast recently started their own production company in New York:
Two of the Celtic Fyre cast recently started their own production company in New York:
I'm sad that they won't happen, but on the counterpoint if a summer of bare bones entertainment and few 'extras' (like fireworks, temporary performers they have to pay, and the like) means they save money and profits can stay relatively higher, that would be great for the park.
That seems like a very possible scenario. The park may reopen but none of the shows will happen to comply with CDC guidelines.
Day 6, no BGW:
Stood on the dining room table throwing dog treats all over the room for her to chase. Decided to rename her Bella.
(reference to Wolf Valley and the way the trainers toss treats to the wolves for those that didn't catch it)
Stood on the dining room table throwing dog treats all over the room for her to chase. Decided to rename her Bella.
(reference to Wolf Valley and the way the trainers toss treats to the wolves for those that didn't catch it)
I think the only way you could maintain social distance in a theater would be every other row open and fill every third seat, which basically gives you 1/6th capacity. At that point, the shows become pretty pointless as they're spending a lot of money for a limited audience which probably can't meet demand. Maybe if it's a plus up charge it works, but that may upset guests more than just cancelling the shows.
Cedar Fair parks are now opening in May to comply with the CDC guidelines. Prob should expect the same for BGW.
The performers arrive before their shows start, generally rehearsing for 2 weeks prior. For the summer shows, performers in the know will go in together on short term leases at local apartment complexes. Others live at the IHV. Performers are paid for their rehearsal time, and for the hours between their daily call time and when they clock out at night. I believe they also have to clock out during scheduled breaks. They normally have one day off each week, on their show's dark day.
When the park opening was delayed, the park stopped paying the performers, putting them in the uncomfortable position of needing to still pay rent, but with no income. They have been scrambling to find fill-in work. That's pretty much the unfortunate situation of all live performers across the country and the world. I've lost track of how many FB friends I've seen posting about their current or upcoming gigs being canceled. That includes performers at theme parks, cruise ships, regional theaters, touring productions, and broadway shows. If you're a live performer, life pretty much sucks right now.
Day 7 no BGW:
Made some brisket. Left it out for about 7 hours to get that awesome Trappers cold meat taste.
Made some brisket. Left it out for about 7 hours to get that awesome Trappers cold meat taste.