The Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville now requires all patrons to be COVID-19 vaccinated in order to enter the theater. The new policy, effective Aug. 19, was based on “thoughtful consideration of the positive feedback we have received and in recognition of growing concerns about the spread of COVID variants, the Jacob Burns Film Center will now require proof of COVID-19 vaccination paired with valid photo identification.” said the theater in a statement.
“At the JBFC, our staff working on campus are all fully vaccinated as well.
Proof of vaccination may include your vaccination card, a legible copy of the card on your phone, or the New York State Excelsior Pass, paired with your photo ID. Both of these items must be presented for admission in person when you arrive at the theater. Results from COVID testing will not be accepted. Patrons will not be permitted inside the facility without proof of vaccination.
“Please have your proof of vaccination and photo ID ready at the Theater front door for staff to check and grant access to the building. This decision was not made lightly; our community’s safety remains top of mind. As such, we have also updated our mask policy: Masks will be required for all patrons and staff and may be removed only while seated in the Theater. Children under 12 who cannot yet be vaccinated may attend accompanied by a fully-vaccinated adult, and they must also wear a mask.
“We recognize that this limits access for some patrons, but like many other organizations, we are taking this temporary measure to protect our community and ourselves. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we continue to navigate the ever-changing COVID landscape. We’re all trying our best to get to the other side of this.”
Two Westchester restaurants are also requiring their customers to be vaccinated? Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Pocantico Hills, through Sept., 22 will require at least one vaccination shot per customer. After Sept. 22 diners must be fully vaccinated.
Goosefeather in Tarrytown is the other Westchester restaurant requiring vaccination.