Weathervane Playhouse Announces Cancellation of 2020 Summer Season

April 14, 2020

It is with great disappointment that the Weathervane Playhouse Board of Directors announces the cancellation of its 2020 Summer Season due to the ramifications of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Over 75 members of the cast and crew from 15 states across the country were to arrive at Weathervane in mid-May for the 2020 Summer Season. While the health and safety of our patrons, staff, volunteers, and artists are of the utmost importance to us, the various COVID-19 restrictions have caused the Board to reach this cancellation decision.  In particular, the unavailability of housing on the Newark Campus of The Ohio State University for cast and crew members until at least mid-July is a major reason for the decision, as well as the current mandate of social distancing among staff, actors, crew, and audience members — an unworkable expectation for a theatre production.

As planning moves forward, it is anticipated that the fall and winter shows, Clue the Musical and Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings, will go on as scheduled. In addition, Weathervane staff is working with the respective licensing agencies to acquire the rights to move the 2020 summer shows to the summer of 2021. Those engaged in our Weathervane Young Artists Repertory Theatre (WYART) will be updated as future programming for these youth is decided.

We will personally contact our advertisers and sponsors, as well as our 2020 Season Subscribers in the coming days to discuss ticket options, including: 1) a request that their 2020 Season Subscription be rolled over to the 2021 Season, 2) a request that their ticket purchase be considered a financial donation to Weathervane Playhouse, and 3) in lieu of a transfer to the 2021 season, or a financial donation, a request of a refund for tickets purchased.

Your understanding of these unusual circumstances is appreciated. Until we meet together again, stay safe, be well, and thank you for your dedication to and support of the Playhouse and for being part of the Weathervane family.

We will be posting updates via our website and social media. Should you have any questions, please email us at boxoffice@weathervaneplayhouse.org.

Sincerely,

Susie Thom
President
Weathervane Playhouse Board of Directors