COVID-19 Precautions

To ensure the health and safety of Clear Space Theatre Patrons, Actors, and Staff, the following cleaning procedures will take place before and after every performance. All products used to clean are EPA registered disinfectants for use on pathogens like SARS-CoV-2, the novel human coronavirus that causes COVID-19. 

CLEANING PRODUCTS: CaviCideTM 70 % Isopropyl Alcohol Lysol Laundry Sanitizer 70% Isopropyl Alcohol Prep Pads 

LOBBY/ENTRANCE INTO THE THEATRE: All door knobs/handles, tables, countertops and any other surface that has had the potential to have been touched by the public, will be sprayed with CaviCideTM and left on for 2 minutes before wiping off in accordance with instructions mandated by the product to accurately disinfect and defend against COVID-19. -Trash will be emptied. -Lobby Floor will be mopped with a Water and 70% Isopropyl Alcohol solution. 

RESTROOMS (LOBBY/BACKSTAGE/DOWNSTAIRS/UPSTAIRS): All surfaces in the bathroom including toilet handles, toilet seat, faucet handles, and door handles will be sprayed with CaviCideTM and left on for 2 minutes before wiping off in accordance with instructions mandated by the product to accurately disinfect and defend against COVID-19. -Trash will be emptied. – Floor will be mopped with a Water and 70% Isopropyl Alcohol solution. 

THEATRE AUDITORIUM: All table cloths will be stripped from tables, laundered and washed with Lysol Laundry Sanitizer to thoroughly disinfect cloth as recommended by the CDC and EPA. -All tables, metal parts of each chair, door handles, and any other surface that has had the potential to have been touched by the public , will be sprayed with CaviCideTM and left on for 2 minutes before wiping off in accordance with instructions mandated by the product to accurately disinfect and defend against COVID-19. -Fabric of each chair will be sprayed with 70% Isopropyl Alcohol as recommended by Rutgers University to effectively kill coronavirus. -Carpet will be vacuumed.

STAGE and STAGE WINGS: Stage will be mopped with a Water and 70% Isopropyl Alcohol solution. -Curtains in wings will be sprayed with 70% Isopropyl Alcohol. – All railings that lead to back stage will be disinfected with CaviCideTM and left on for 2 minutes before wiping off 

DRESSING ROOMS (BACKSTAGE/ALLEY WAY/DOWNSTAIRS/UPSTAIRS): All actors’ stations will be sprayed with CaviCideTM and left on for 2 minutes before wiping off. All railings & door knobs/handles will be sprayed with CaviCideTM and left on for 2 minutes before wiping off. Chairs will be sanitized by using CaviCideTM on metal parts and 70% Isopropyl Alcohol on Fabric parts. Trash will be emptied. 

SETS AND PROPS: Any set pieces and props that have been touched during the performance will be wiped with 70% Isopropyl Alcohol. 

COSTUMES: Costumes will be sprayed with Isopropyl Alcohol Solution as well as Vodka Spray after each performance. Costumes pieces able to be laundered, will be washed in Lysol Laundry Sanitizer after every two shows. 

SOUND/LIGHT BOOTH: Microphones will be wiped with an Isopropyl Alcohol Prep Pad after every performance. Sound & Light board/anything touched by operator will be wiped down and disinfected with 70% Isopropyl Alcohol. 

MUSIC LOFT: All instruments will be wiped down with 70% Isopropyl Alcohol. Chairs/Benches/Stools will be sanitized by using CaviCideTM on metal parts and 70% Isopropyl Alcohol on Fabric parts. 

Sources: 

CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/cleaning-disinfection

EPA: https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-n-disinfectants-use-against-sars-cov-2 

RUTGERS: https://www.rutgers.edu/news/best-ways-kill-coronavirus-your-home

PROCEDURES FOR ACTORS TO FOLLOW TO DEFEND AGAINST COVID-19

• Temperature will be taken and documented when you enter the building BEFORE you sign in each day, including all rehearsals and performances.
• Actors will keep dressing stations and designated areas neat and clean, disposing of any trash and clutter. (Especially following each performance to allow for easy cleaning)
• Actors will have no personal effects or decorative items left on their dressing station or in the theatre. (Items allowed to be left: Make-Up or anything performance related)
• Actors will contact director and stage manager immediately if not feeling 100% (this includes minor symptoms such as a headache) and will not perform or be allowed on premises until risk has been assessed and permission is granted.
• While Clear Space prefers to be your sole employer this summer, we understand that there are those of you who may wish to seek outside employment while working with us. Additionally, we understand that some local actors will be returning to work during this time. For all actors who are working outside of Clear Space we are requiring you to follow these guidelines: • Prior to arriving at Clear Space you have showered and cleansed your body of all potential contaminates. • You must wear a mask properly at work at all times and take the necessary precautions when dealing with the public. • Be an advocate at work, encouraging others to follow State and CDC guidelines (Wearing a mask, social distancing, etc.)