Broadway Mask Requirements Update

Broadway shows plan to continue requiring masks from theatergoers through the end of May. However, some venues will soon no longer mandate proof of vaccination to enter.

If you’re planning to visit New York City’s famed Broadway district, it’s essential to factor a mask into your theater attire, at least through the end of May.

The Broadway League, which represents the 41 Broadway venues, has announced that it will continue to require audience members to wear masks in its theaters through at least May 31, 2022.

Looking ahead, the League anticipates making a determination regarding mask requirements after May, with an announcement expected later in the month.

Back in March, New York City mayor Eric Adams announced the end of the requirement that indoor establishments, including restaurants and entertainment spaces, check for proof of vaccination.

Broadway shows, which faced significant challenges due to the surge in Omicron variant cases last December, have maintained the policies requiring proof of vaccination and masks for all guests.

Some Broadway Venues Adjusting Vaccine Policies

While the mask requirement will remain in effect through May, some individual Broadway venues are loosening their self-imposed entry requirements.

Beginning May, certain Broadway theaters will stop checking for proof of vaccination for entry. For instance, the Shubert Organization, which hosts productions like To Kill A Mockingbird, Come from Away, Dear Evan Hansen, and The Phantom of the Opera, has indicated on its website that only masks will be necessary for performances in May.

Other organizations may not have updated their policies regarding proof of vaccination after April 30.

It is advisable to check with your chosen venue regarding its individual policy prior to making any plans to attend a performance.