COVID-19 Forced Theatre Outside, and Theatremakers Into a Healthier Mentality

Playbill: It’s no secret that New York City real estate is expensive, and just as the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed many New Yorkers to leave behind their apartments, it has also given theatres the freedom to break out of their physical confines. “Because it's so costly to run and operate buildings in New York City, you know we're all very dedicated to using them,” explains BAM Artistic Director David Binder. “This moment where we cannot work in the traditional ways has provided a great, great opportunity.”