Lisa G.
Yelp
Really wanted to support a small venue in this difficult time, so decided to try a show. Website indicates COVID precautions are in place at the venue. Patrons should BEWARE THe venue is not following ANY social distancing practices or enforcing mask wearing and the is operating at a higher capacity currently allowed under COVID restrictions. I do not usually write reviews, especially now because most small businesses are struggling and trying to find ways to just keep paying the light bill so when things improve they will still be in business. However, I found this venue's complete lack of regard for their patron's safety appalling. When I asked the staff at the Moxi about their lack of adherence to the COVID precautions, the response was, "We are just doing it," meaning they were disregarding the restrictions.
I checked and when you purchase tickets, there is a liability waiver that says, "By attending this event, you and any guests voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold Moxi Theater, The Crew Presents Inc., the band, or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury." It
seems patrons would assume the risk with the expectation BASIC requirements will be followed. Just like one would expect proper safety measures to be in place, like fire or food safety protocols when entering an establishment, one should be able to expect the establishment would be following health code requirements for COVID, which were not being followed. I contacted the venue with my concern and never heard back from anyone. I did note new shows advertised now have a statement posted, "Due to the nature of the event, Social Distancing may not be possible." Social distancing is NOT possible because the venue has not set up anything to facilitate social distancing. The tables are not set 6ft apart & the general admission area is full with people standing next to each other not wearing masks.
It's quite disappointing this venue is not being more responsible to ensure the safety of their patrons. Other live music venues, like Washington's in Ft. Collins, have not been able to open safely so they continue to try and survive to make sure their patrons are safe and can one day enjoy live music. I would rather have given my $ as a donation to one of the venues that are not operating then to the Moxi for a show I couldn't enjoy or watch because the venue wasn't adhering to the basic safety requirements/expectations. What a disappointment.