Babylon Theatre Postpones All Shows Until Further Notice

BABYLON VILLAGE, NY — The Argyle Theatre in Babylon announced it will be postponing all performances until further notice in light of the coronavirus outbreak on Long Island. This week, officials announced the closure of all restaurants and bars in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as well as all casinos, gyms, and racetracks. There has also been a ban on gatherings with more than 50 people. In response, theater owners Mark and Dylan Perlman, released a statement that all shows will be re-scheduled at a later date.

"As we closely follow the rapidly evolving COVID-19 crisis, and in following with the guidance and recommendations of our public health officials and government, we will be postponing all performances until further notice," the statement read. "In these challenging days ahead it is imperative that we collectively do everything in our power to prevent the further spread of this virus and that means we must cease all gatherings. We will await further direction from our government and health officials and keep you all updated on our performance schedule."

All ticket-holders will be contacted in order to re-schedule their seats once the new schedule is in place. Patrons can contact the Box Office for more information.

"We are deeply grateful for our community and the incredible support that we have received in our two years since opening The Argyle Theatre," the statement read. "We are all in uncharted territory and wish all of you good health and safety during these trying times. We look forward to opening our doors once more and sharing in the joy of live theatrical entertainment in the wonderful Village of Babylon."