Theaters, concert halls and live performance venues were the first to close when the pandemic arrived, and many will be among the last to re-open. Tom talks with jazz impresario Todd BarkanCo-owner of Baltimore jazz club Keystone Korner and Audrey Fix Schaefercommunications director of the National Independent Venue Associationon what’s needed to keep independent music venues alive.
Then Ken Skrzesz, executive director of the Maryland State Arts Council, joins Tom to discuss how Maryland artists and arts organizations are coping with COVID 19.
Keystone Korner Baltimore is reopening this Thursday at limited capacity. All performance will be live-streamed for those wish to enjoy from home. You can find more information on their webiste.
