Live Theater Makes Comeback Amid Pandemic

CBS This Morning features Godspell

Massachusetts theater group attempts its first live musical since pandemic began

Actors return to the stage for a socially distanced production of “Godspell.” It’s a different kind of experimental theater that could be a model for professional theaters during the pandemic. Jamie Wax reports.

Jamie Wax
September 4, 2020
CBS This Morning

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New year, new shows! ✨ BTG just announced nine brand new shows for the 2025 winter and early spring season, so take a look at what is coming soon and purchase your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org!
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There is still time to give today on Giving Tuesday. Until midnight tonight, all donations made will be matched 2:1 by a generous donor, TRIPLING your impact!

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Looking for gift ideas for the theatre lovers in your life? Now through Cyber Monday, receive a $10 gift certificate for every $50 spent on gift certificates! 🎁✨

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