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I say "Yes," though let me qualify something.
Summer will soon be here. So, it is time to consider this!
I have been to the Delacorte several times in my New York City life, and have sat pretty close to the stage, at times. Never, in my visits, have I seen a raccoon run across the stage. Though I do recall one performance--I cannot recall the show--where audience members, particularly the women, were disturbed by a bat flying close to the theater area. I was fascinated; I thought it was cute. And who knows if Flaco, in his free year, didn't catch a show at the Delacorte??????????
Actors have reported scenes being interrupted and them being flustered, by the sudden appearance of these creatures. Members of the rodent family, I believe. I always thought the one thing to worry about performing outdoors was bugs flying into one's mouth!
Apparently not, because the raccoons have almost become a part of the Delacorte experience! For that reason, I think they should have Equity contracts!
Make sure the props departments do not use food during shows!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2 comments:
We have raccoons around here and my husband tells the grandkids to keep their distance.
They may be cute but raccoons have sharp claws and VERY sharp teeth!!
Now I’m a little worried about the actors!!
Victoria, I agree with your husband. And yes I would fear for the actors. I am not sure I would want to perform on that stage, even though it is a prestige opportunity. My maternal grandmother knew someone in Key West Fla. who fed the daily. They came right up to her store. At the time, I thought it was cute, now I am not so sure. Then there is the Sterling North book "Rascal," about a boy and his pet raccoon. Go figure!
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