Pablo Center at the Confluence and many other Wisconsin venues call on Governor Evers to allocate dedicated money from the remaining funds provided from the CARES Act to support independent live entertainment venues in the state.
Most venues have lost nearly 100% of their revenue since the pandemic forced them to close their doors in March. With their business depending on national artist tours (most postponed until 2021) and large-scale public gatherings, Wisconsin’s live entertainment industry won’t survive the pandemic without additional funding.
Citing the efforts of other states, including Oregon, Washington, Texas, Tennessee and, Montana, Wisconsin venues are asking for similar support to preserve economies and the integrity of arts and culture in the state.
