Guthrie Theater cancels 3 preview performances due to COVID
The Guthrie Theater is pictured on Sept. 15, 2020, in Minneapolis.[KSTP/Kyle Brown ]
The Guthrie Theater has canceled the first three preview performances of "A Raisin in the Sun" as a result of recent COVID-19 spread.
According to an announcement on the Guthrie Theater website and social media, the performances that were scheduled for Jan. 8, 9 and 11 have been canceled.
The statement also said that patrons will be contacted to have their tickets refunded at the point of purchase.
The opening night of the play is scheduled for January 12. The Guthrie requires all guests to wear a mask and provide proof of vaccination or a recent negative COVID-19 lab to attend shows.
As a result of COVID-19 cases and protocols, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the first three previews of A RAISIN IN THE SUN. Our Box Office will contact those who have purchased tickets; all tickets will be refunded at the point of purchase. pic.twitter.com/nXwooMeO6l
— Guthrie Theater (@GuthrieTheater) January 4, 2022