American Repertory Theater cancels upcoming events
The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) will cancel or postpone a series of upcoming events, including its 2020 A.R.T. Gala, in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The decision on March 11 made the A.R.T. among the first Boston-area theaters to cancel scheduled performances in response to the crisis. The Huntington Theatre Company announced cancellations the next day, and ArtsEmerson and the SpeakEasy Stage Company both recently announced cancellations. In New York City, the lights went out on Broadway theaters as well. “Like many of you, we are staying informed about the events surrounding the global outbreak of the coronavirus,” the A.R.T. said in the statement announcing its decision. “The health and safety of our staff, artists, and audiences is of utmost importance.” The cancellations include a slew of shows at both the A.R.T and the Oberon Theater in Harvard Square. Along with the 2020 A.R.T. Gala, canceled or postponed events include “Dreamgirls,” “Penny Arcade,”...