Our Safety Procedures and Protocols

Updated June 3, 2021

To Port Tobacco Players, the health and safety of our members and patrons are of top priority. As we begin the reopening of the theater after our extended hiatus, these are the steps we are taking with safety and well-being top of mind. We will continue to monitor state, local, and CDC guidelines to inform our operations and adjust procedures so that safety remains the number one priority.

Our Safety Procedures

• All theater spaces (lobby, audience seating, green room, backstage, rehearsal hall, and bathrooms) will be cleaned before every event, including:
  • General Reopening
  • Performances
  • Rehearsals
  • Auditions
  • Camp Mockabee (daily for middle and high school camps, and before as well as between AM and PM sessions for elementary school camps).
• MERV 13 HEPA filters will be installed and changed on a regular schedule.

Audience Safety Protocols

• We will open at 50% audience capacity.
• All tickets must be purchased in advance online or through the box office.
• To ensure the safety of all patrons, face masks that securely cover the nose, mouth, and chin are required within the theater.
• Patrons must enter the theater through the new lobby door.
• Patrons will be asked to maintain social distance from other patrons outside their group in the lobby and seating area.
• To avoid congregating in the lobby, patrons are asked to proceed directly to their assigned seats upon arrival.
• Patrons are encouraged to utilize hand-sanitizing stations provided throughout the theater.
• Weather permitting, outdoor intermissions will be encouraged.
• If necessary, intermissions will be extended to maintain social distancing for restroom use.
• If feeling sick, patrons are asked to stay home and contact the box office regarding ticket exchange and refunds.

Requirements of Performers and Crew

• All performers and crew 18 years of age and older must be vaccinated.
• All performers and crew 17 years of age and under are highly encouraged to be vaccinated.
• All performers and crew are required to use sanitizing wipes placed in bathrooms for cleaning shared surfaces after each use.