Atlanta Symphony Orchestra to require patrons to be vaccinated, show negative test

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will require audience members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or show a negative test to attend performances, the organization announced Monday.

The policy will go into effect on Sept. 1. Patrons will be asked to show proof of vaccination or a negative test within 72 hours. The policy will be instated for all performances at Symphony Hall.

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“The vaccination requirement for patrons was decided after careful consideration and consultation with local health experts and the CDC to keep audiences, musicians and staff safe,” officials said. “Vaccinations will also be required for staff, patron-facing volunteers, musicians, chorus members and guest artists.”

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The symphony will also require face masks unless patrons are eating and drinking in designated areas.

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“The safety of our patrons, artists and staff is the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s top priority. We cannot wait to return to live performances and welcome audiences back to Symphony Hall,” said Jennifer Barlament, Executive Director of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. “The vaccination requirement is intended to give our patrons additional confidence to join us, knowing that we’re doing everything we can to create the safest environment to once again enjoy live musical performances.”

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