Metro COVID Safety Plan

Safety First. Always. Especially in COVID

   We take the health and safety of our patrons, actors, volunteers and staff very seriously, and while we want to insure a fun experience for all, everyone’s safety comes first. Always.

The following METRO COVID SAFETY PLAN is information that has been provided by the BC CDC, ActSafe BC, WorkSafe BC and other federal and provincial health agencies.

   COVID protection plans are ever changing.  Please be patient and kind as we work together to do everything we can to maintain a safe work and public space. Our guidelines are in place to keep everyone as safe and healthy as possible.

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What Patrons Can Expect

METRO COVID SAFETY PLAN

   In all situations, staff, volunteers and patrons can expect that Metro will do its utmost to follow the guidelines and regulations required by government agencies to minimize the risk of Covid-19 infection. Metro will expect that anyone entering the theatre has taken Covid-19 seriously, and has not participated in activities that may put our patrons, actors, crew, volunteers or staff at risk.

Please DO NOT ENTER if you are not feeling well
or have any COVID symptoms:

  1. Metro has arranged your seating based on current rules.
  2. All patron areas are thoroughly sanitized.
  3. Masks are recommended.
  4. Please respect your spacing with others.

We hope that you enjoy the show. We appreciate your support and patience.

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Rehearsals On Stage or Sceneshop

METRO COVID SAFETY PLAN

Dressing Rooms Max Occupancy: 3 each
Backstage/Onstage Max Occupancy: 12-16
Sceneshop Upstairs Max Occupancy: 12

In all situations, staff, volunteers and patrons can expect that Metro will do its utmost to follow the guidelines and regulations required by government agencies to minimize the risk of Covid-19 infection. Metro will expect that anyone entering the Theatre or Sceneshop has taken Covid-19 seriously, and has not participated in activities that may put our staff, volunteers or patrons at risk. We all need to work together and trust that everyone participating in a Metro event has been as careful as possible to avoid contracting this virus.

Please DO NOT ENTER if you are not feeling well
or have any COVID Symptoms

RISKASSESSMENTNOTESMITIGATION POLICY
SET & PROPSModerateAll set pieces, furniture and personal or shared props that may be requiredSanitize before use. Keep personal props personal. No unauthorized personnel backstage. Limit new people at shop
Backstage & Other SurfacesModerateDressing Rooms, Common Props TablesDressing Room Limited to 3 each. Separate extra space Backstage. Keep distance. Respect personal space Mask when distance does not work.
Actor interaction on stage or in rehearsalModerateOnstage blocking to maintain distancing if possible. “Cheat” projection downstageKeep 2m Distance or masks encouraged while rehearsing. Move directly to seats after sign in.
Sceneshop for multiple showsModerateRehearsal schedule rotates between at least 2 shows.Sanitize surfaces and rehearsal furniture, and washroom before use. Open windows if weather permits.

PROTOCOLS for Actors and Crew

Please do not enter if you are not feeling well
or have any Covid symptoms

   As the rehearsal process and performances will necessitate the cast/crew being together for at least 12 hours per week it will be up to each individual to be vigilant about their own contacts and limit the possibility of bringing the virus into the Show as best we can to zero.

  1. Wash or sanitize Hands upon entrance.
  2. Sanitizer will be available at all locations.
  3. A sign-in sheet for every rehearsal and performance, maintained by the SM, will declare each persons attendance and affirmation that they are without any Covid symptoms. It shall be kept as a theatre document for 30 days.
  4. Masks and gloves are encouraged whenever distancing cannot be maintained.
  5. Establish a private area to contain individual belongings that should not be touched by anyone else.
  6. All shared props and set furniture to be sanitized before use. Establish responsibilities
  7. Maintain distancing while waiting to go on.
  8. All personal affects and props kept personal and are not to be handled by anyone else. Remove personal items after rehearsal as another show may be using the space.
  9. Minimize visitors outside of your show.
  10. While in rehearsal, block the show with distancing in mind. “Cheat” speaking away from other actors and towards audience. Eliminate contact or minimize where contact is required.
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Auditions

METRO COVID SAFETY PLAN

   In all situations, staff, volunteers and patrons can expect that Metro will do its utmost to follow the guidelines and regulations required by government agencies to minimize the risk of Covid-19 infection. Metro will expect that anyone entering the Theatre or Sceneshop has taken Covid-19 seriously, and has not participated in activities that may put our staff, volunteers or patrons at risk. We all need to work together and trust that everyone participating in a Metro event has been as careful as possible to avoid contracting this virus.

Please DO NOT ENTER if you are not feeling well
or have any COVID Symptoms

RISKASSESSMENTNOTESMITIGATION POLICY
EquipmentModerateForms, clipboards, pens etc.Sanitize after use. Forms kept in sleeves. Encourage online applications with office print out.
SurfacesModerateConcession desk area , Auditorium seating and tech deskSanitized and space requirements
Actor interaction Lobby and HouseModerateLimit in Lobby 7 with distancing Seated in House for Casting AuditionsKeep 2m Distance or masks encouraged until seated. Move directly to seats after sign in.
AuditionsModerateDistancing to be maintained in house and on stage.Distance kept at 2 m

PROTOCOLS for Actors and Crew

Please do not enter if you are not feeling well
or have any Covid symptoms

Before you arrive

  1. Please RSVP to the audition notice by submitting online form so that we can minimize and control the size of the group safely.
  2. Audition confirmation to include time of arrival, Health declaration if appropirate, and sides to be printed and brought to the auditions.

At the Auditions

  1. The front doors will be open to the lobby and to the house
  2. House seats, lobby, and washrooms will be sanitized before the event
  3. Masks should be worn wherever distancing may be an issue.
  4. Wash or sanitize hands upon entry
  5. Seating with distance spacing in the house and away from Production table
  6. The audition process will always respect distancing guidelines but each individual should take responsibility for maintaining their distance.
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Box Office and Admin Offices Daytime

METRO COVID SAFETY PLAN

Max Occupancy during a declared outbreak: 2

   In all situations, staff, volunteers and patrons can expect that Metro will do its utmost to follow the guidelines and regulations required by government agencies to minimize the risk of Covid-19 infection. Metro will expect that anyone entering the Theatre or Scene Shop has taken Covid-19 seriously, and has not participated in activities that may put our staff, volunteers or patrons at risk. We all need to work together and trust that everyone participating in a Metro event has been as careful as possible to avoid contracting Covid -19.

Please DO NOT ENTER if you are not feeling well
or have any COVID Symptoms

RISKASSESSMENTNOTESMITIGATION POLICY
EquipmentLowReduced Hours: Restricted Access minimum staff presentSanitize on personnel change or Daily. Computers, Phones, Desktops, POS machines after use
SurfacesLowAs aboveAs above
Worker interactionModerateLimited number of interactions during non-performance days and daytime Opening HoursKeep 2m Distance or mask if distance not possible
Patron interactionLOW during day with few personal contactsDistancing can be maintained through Box Office WindowWipe POS Machines and cards after use. Sanitize after handling patron payments

PROTOCOLS for Staff and Volunteers

  1. Please do not enter if you are not feeling well or have any Covid symptoms.
  2. Wash your hands after entry.
  3. Sanitize work station including work surfaces, keyboard, mouse and telephones before commencing work. Sanitize POS Machines after patron use or as required.
  4. Centre Doors and Box Office windows to be left open to encourage air circulation as weather permits.