To Our Mabel patrons, fans, and supporters:
“Theatre is a moment of intersection between people where events collide or reveal conflict through storytelling. It is an art-form that always has, and always will be, important and relevant.
I think we have an insatiable appetite to understand our relevance; in context of our human relationships and our existence. Theatre is a moment where we stop our lives long enough to reflect off each other. Ultimately, that leads to context which - in turns - gives perspective on life and circumstances.”
James Houghton, founder of the Off Broadway, Signature Theater
Our Mabel takes its role in society seriously, from the health and safety of its patrons, offering engaging entertainment while promoting public discourse, to being a significant economic leader for the region. Mabel performances offer the opportunity to enjoy a shared experience and to escape from societal challenges.
Everyone associated with Our Mabel is concerned about the current health concerns across the country, and for our community. We assure you the health and safety of everyone who comes to the magnificent Mabel Tainter is our top priority. As there are currently no cases of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) in Dunn County, the show must go on! We do not plan to cancel any upcoming shows at Our Mabel at this time. If a group that is scheduled to perform at the Mabel decides to cancel or postpone, we will inform the ticket holders and the general public.
We are taking additional precautions to thoroughly clean and disinfect our majestic Mabel each day above and beyond our normal cleaning protocols. While currently the risk remains low, we want to emphasize the importance that the Mabel continues to exist through our ticket sales revenue from our amazing patrons. Ticket sales make up 65% of our annual budget. If you do not feel you are able to attend a performance, please consider donating the cost of your ticket back to our Mabel. Alternatively, Our Mabel is happy to issue a credit for you to attend a future performance.
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has made the following recommendations that can help prevent the spread of illness:
Wash your hands often and for at least 20 seconds with soap and water.
Cover your coughs and sneezes.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Patrons who are sick or fell unwell should stay home.
We are monitoring the developing situation closely and want to assure you that if there are any changes to upcoming shows, or new developments on the current viral situation, that we will notify everyone as quick as possible. In the meantime, we will continue to provide quality entertainment to Menomonie and the surround community.
Thank you for your continued support for Our Mabel!
Jeff McSweeney, Executive Director
director@mabeltainter.org
and The Mabel Tainter Board of Directors ... See more
