ENHANCED HEALTH & SAFETY
We're doing more each day, for everyone
We have taken enhanced health and safety measures at Pittsburgh Musical Theater - for our students, resident artists, patrons and staff. You must follow all instructions regarding drop-off and pick-up procedures as well as posted instructions while at the PMT Studios for classes and performances.
Cleanliness
HYGIENE & SANITIZING STATIONS
- Healthy habits: Increased emphasis on handwashing and sanitizing to create a "culture" of cleanliness
- Ample supply: New soap dispensers in all restrooms
- Sanitizing stations: New hand sanitizer dispensers outside each studio & other common areas
SOCIAL DISTANCING
- NEW open air environment: Introduction of PMT's brand new outdoor venue, The West End Canopy
- Stay in Your Spotlight! Social distancing floor markers added to high traffic areas
- Chair and place spacing: Action taken to promote social distancing in the West End Canopy, classrooms, and common areas
MASKS
- Mandatory masks: Patrons must wear masks at all performances
- Mandatory masks: Masks are to be worn at all times* during class and/or rehearsal by students, PMT Staff and Resident Artists
- *Please view our Full Health & Safety Plan below for more
ENHANCED CLEANING AND DISINFECTING
- Accountability: Implementation of daily cleaning logs / checklists for each room
- High touch areas: Frequent cleaning of all door knobs, handrails, ballet bars, light switches, etc.
- Exemplary cleaners: All cleaning products used meet EPA & CDC guidelines for disinfecting against COVID-19 and other common bacteria and viral illnesses
SIGNAGE
- Healthy reminders: Informative & friendly signage now everywhere throughout our building
- Stay aware: Keep our students, staff, and patrons informed of safe practices and behaviors
VENTILATION & AIR QUALITY
- Increased fresh-air movement: All rooms are efficiently ventilated and cleaned prior to daily use
- Elimination of pollutants: Brand new filters in our HVAC systems
- Optimal air circulation: All studios have new, added ventilation to increase air flow
- Germ killing lights: New UVC germicidal irradiation technology now in use throughout our building
We Are Trained & Prepared
STAFF TRAINING
- New, enhanced training: All PMT Staff and Resident Artists have attended COVID-19 Procedures and Actions Plans training
- Heightened awareness: All PMT Staff and Resident Artists trained to recognize signs and symptoms, as well as trained on proper cleaning techniques and standards
- Eliminating the "What if's": Back up staffing plan created
PREPAREDNESS
- Ready: We've given our full attention and dedication to creating an efficient, detailed outline schedule for each day including cleaning practices, scheduling, and communications
- The next steps: Action plan in place for what to do if someone gets sick
MODIFIED LAYOUTS
- Seating: Outdoor seating under the West End Canopy will be adjusted accordingly for each event to enable appropriate social distancing
- Smooth flow: Specified entryways and exists
- Space: Common areas have tables and chairs spaced for social distancing
- Staggered scheduling: Student class schedule rotations prevent groups from crossing in hallways
CONTACTLESS
- Digital check in: Sign in to classes and/or rehearsal is entirely contactless
- Temperature checks: Contactless temperature screenings required for entry to the building - this includes all events, performances, an classes
- Efficient, electronic communications: Communications between PMT Staff / Resident Artists and parents throughout the day conducted via smartphone app
