Creative Cauldron 2022 COVID-19 Protocols

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We are committed to providing a safe environment and will take all the necessary steps available to avoid exposure to COVID 19.  We also need your help and due diligence in protecting you, and will require patrons to self-screen for symptoms. We will continue to monitor pandemic metrics in our community and review CDC and Fairfax County Health Department guidance and recommendations. 
​We are all in this together, and the safety of us all depend on your individual commitment to good community health, honesty, and support.
Experiencing symptoms? STAY HOME and contact us about ticket exchange.
***Note:   Because our COVID Protocols are regularly reviewed and are subject to revision WITHOUT NOTICE based on CDC guidelines and the level of community spread, please review this information frequently and contact us if you have any questions.   

Proof of Vaccination Required

  • Proof of vaccination is required for all patrons age 5 and older to enter. Vaccine cards, unobscured/unaltered photos of your vaccine card, or official state vaccination or digitial records are acceptable.
  • For Those with Medical Exceptions, proof of a negative Covid-19 test is required to enter the theater.  HOWEVER, the test must have been completed within 24 hours of arriving to our venue
  • All FDA-approved tests, including home tests, are acceptable. The procedure for home tests requires the following:
  • 1. A photo with the instruction/keys from the test that demonstrate a negative result 
    2. The negative test results next to an electronic device clearly showing the date and time and your photo ID.

    Alternatively, you can bring the home test and take it at Creative Cauldron, please contact us 24 hours in advance for this option. You should arrive one hour before the show and bring your test kit with you and park in the garage.  Call our box office at 703-436-9948 letting them know you have arrived, and a staff member will come to your car to observe the test. If a negative test is confirmed you can enter the theater and be checked in and seated.​​
  • Without prior notice, anyone entering this venue may subjected to additional COVID screening at the door including a questionnaire and/or temperature testing.
  • Patrons who do not cooperate with any or all of these strategies will be required to leave the premises immediately.
  • ​All staff and volunteers are required to be fully vaccinated.
Anyone entering this venue is required to cooperate with COVID CDC contact tracing protocols to include:
1. Notifying us if self or anyone in their household develop symptoms and/or test positive for COVID; and/or
2. Consent to being notified by Creative Cauldron and/or Health Department officials should any staff member, volunteer, performer, cast or crew develop symptoms and/or tests positive for COVID during a time in which they were in the audience or visited this venue. 

Masking Required

  • Masks are required at all times for all patrons and visitors regardless of vaccination status during all indoor performances. Masks must be worn in the lobby, inside the theater,  and restrooms.
  • Performance ticket holders who do not comply with these policies will not be admitted or permitted to remain in our venue.
  • Masks will be available onsite at the Box Office for patrons who do not have their own.
  • Performing artists will perform unmasked only if they are fully vaccinated.
  • While all Creative Cauldron staff and volunteers are fully vaccinated, they are required to wear a mask at all times during all indoor performances.
  • The availability of limited Concessions will be evaluated regularly but ultimately determined by the level of safety measures in place.   

Seating & Contactless Ticketing

  • The Theater  is currently seating in-person at full capacity***. To accommodate ADA needs for any performance, we reserve the right to change seats as needed.  Groups of five (5) or more wishing to  sit together should contact the box office for reservation assistance.  
  • In addition to in-person performances, we also offer online "Live Stream" viewing and pre-recorded viewing for some performances.  Check our website for details.
  • We offer contactless ticketing when entering our venues and digital programs accessed by your smartphone. Contact the box office for assistance.
  • Hand sanitizer stations  are available throughout the venue.
  • Disinfected high touch surfaces at greater frequency and between performances
  • Air Scrubbers to maximize air circulation
  • Late Seating is only offered at the discretion of the Box Office Manager and based on availability and impact on COVID safety measures. Ticket purchases for late arrivals will not be refunded.  It is best to buy tickets in advance.