The Phantom in “The Phantom of the Opera” isn’t the only one donning masks on Broadway.
The Broadway League has just extended the facemask requirement, through June 30, because New York’s COVID-19 alert level has escalated to “high,”despite New York Eric Adams, mayor of New York, just saying that “we are not at the point of mandating masks,” a few days ago.
The cautionary adjustment for mask-wearing applies to indoor settings, which, of course, includes play-going on Broadway.
Among the Broadway community, the mask requirement will be monitored in the weeks ahead, but the possibility of extending the rule till July, or even later, could happen, depending on the pandemic temperature.
Masks on Broadway have been required since theaters reopened last year; the protocol on proof of vaccination has been removed, like in most communities.
So if you’re heading to Broadway, masks still matter, so bring and wear your masks that cover your noses and mouths. Unlike the Phantom’s, which covers half his face. Oh, the latest actor playing the Phantom is Ben Crawford. …
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Ryan Tedder, lead singer of OneRepublic, was spotted at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. The group has been in town for a private concert at the Four Seasons resort at Ko Olina.. The band’s “I Ain’t Worried” tune is in the soundtrack of the Tom Cruise “Top Gun: Maverick” blockbuster, which certainly must be a career boost. …
Brother Noland and Tavana will share the spotlight in a show at 4 p.m. June 25 at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on the Big Island. Tickets: $35 general, $60VIP, at www.hawaiistars.com …
Felix Cavaliere’s Rascals, formerly The Young Rascals, will give six performances at 6:30 and 9 p.m. June 10, 11 and 12 at Blue Note Hawaii. Presume the repertoire will be loaded with flashback Rascals hit, including “My Hawaii,” a fave back in the day that originally featured the voice of Eddie Brigati. Other hits: “Groovin’,” “Good Lovin’,” “How Can I Be Sure,” “It’s a Beautiful Mornin’,” and “People Got to be Free.” Tickets: $45, loge and bar area; $55, premium seating; at www.bluenotehawaii.com or (808) 777-4890…
And that’s Show Biz. …