MAC Updates Covid-19 Policy For Seated Events Beginning Jan. 1

Glen Ellyn IL

05 January, 2022

4:19 PM

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The McAninch Arts Center (MAC) located at 425 Fawell Blvd. on the campus of College of DuPage has updated its COVID-19 policy effective Jan. 1, 2022. "As the COVID-19 positivity rates have been rising, the MAC and College of DuPage Board have had to make very difficult decisions to keep our patrons, staff, and performers as safe as possible," says MAC director Diana Martinez. "With the trajectory of infections expected to rise, and to continue to offer the broadest range of quality entertainment and accommodate the requirements of our touring artists, the MAC has a new COVID policy for seated events in our theaters. These policies are supported by MAC stakeholders and constituencies and made in consultation with the College of DuPage Board, public health officials, touring artists management and our performing arts community." MAC COVID-19 POLICY FOR SEATED IN THEATER EVENTS | EFFECTIVE JAN. 1, 2022 Masking is required for all attendees Masks should cover both the nose and mouth. Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination OR Negative Test (regardless of age) is required Proof of vaccination—displayed either on a smartphone or with a physical copy of the vaccination card—must be presented at time of entry into the theater along with performance ticket. This vaccine requirement will also apply to MAC artists and staff. Exceptions will be made for unvaccinated guests who need reasonable accommodations due to age, a medical exception, or a sincerely held religious belief. In those cases, guests must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of the performance start time, or a negative COVID-19 antigen test taken within 24 hours of the performance start time. Over-the-counter "home" tests cannot be accepted. Vaccination Requirements Guests will need to be fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO authorized vaccine. "Fully vaccinated" means that the performance date must be at least 14 days after receiving the second dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine, or at least 14 days after a single-dose vaccine. Guests age 4 and under while not eligible for vaccination, may present a recent negative test for entry. Accepted Tests 3rd Party PCR Test: dated and taken within 72 hours of performance start time 3rd Party Rapid Antigen Test: dated and taken within 24 hours of performance start time School Tests NOTE: Over-the-counter "home" tests cannot be accepted To find free testing centers, visit coronavirus.illinois.gov/testing-sites.html Buffalo Theatre Ensemble/Equity Performances Together with the proof of vaccination, guest 18 years or older must also present a photo ID.For the safety of audiences, as well as artists and staff, the MAC will not admit any guests to seated events who do not provide documentation of vaccination as required. Full refunds will be made available to any parties wishing to cancel their tickets for any reason. All policies, including ticketing and attendance, are subject to change based on evolving guidance from the College, DuPage County Health Department, the State of Illinois and the CDC. As this guidance is rapidly evolving, so may MAC protocols. Everyone should feel free to contact the MAC Box Office by email at [email protected] or by phone at 630.942.4000 with any questions. Box Office hours are 12-6 p.m. Tuesday – Sunday.