Coronavirus: Here are the Stage 4 guidelines in Boise; more Shakespeare shows canceled
Boise Mayor Lauren McLean announced what Stage 4 of Idaho’s reopening plan will look like for Boise.
While Gov. Brad Little has issued a series of rules and recommendations throughout his four stages, McLean has opted for some different mandates and more specific restrictions for the city.
“As we are gradually and carefully getting back to our lives, as we reopen our businesses, we must be careful not to undo the progress we have made,” McLean said in a press release. “Please practice good sense, keep a 6-foot distance from those not in your immediate family and wear face coverings in public to keep our community safe and healthy.”
Based on the state’s orders, and in consultation with Central District Health, McLean will adopt the Stage 4 plan for Boise on Saturday with some additional measures. During Stage 4, the city will:
- Require businesses to follow the safety protocols outlined by the state.
- Provide for additional protection at the airport, allowing only travelers, essential workers and assistance aides in public areas.
- Continue to limit group gatherings to 250 people or fewer.
- Make additional provisions to accommodate public meetings.
In addition, city departments will reopen and begin additional services throughout the next few weeks. Opening dates are subject to change depending on health guidelines and COVID-19 activity.
Idaho Shakespeare Festival cancels more shows
The Idaho Shakespeare Festival announced the cancellation of two more shows Friday, leaving four total shows canceled for the season.
Shakespeare’s “Henry V” and Jane Austen’s “Emma,” by Paul Gordon, will join “Much Ado About Nothing” and “Ain’t Misbehavin’ “ in the list of canceled shows.
“After much deliberation and in consultation with local and state officials, we have determined it is too early for the safe creation, rehearsal, and experience of such large-cast shows,” directors Charles Fee and Mark Hofflund wrote in an email.
One show, “Sleuth” by Anthony Shaffer, is still on, however. Discussions and planning continue around a safe debut and extended run of “Sleuth” due to the much smaller cast size and technical demands of the play, the email said.
“The safety of our audience, cast, crew and community is uppermost in our thoughts as we continue to explore the potential of a safe return to the Festival this summer,” Fee and Hofflund wrote.
Those who have already purchased tickets have the option of giving them as a tax deductible donation or receiving a refund.
