Live music figure calls for more support for venues

The speaker discusses the current financial situation, where they are breaking even or losing a small amount until February. They plan to fully reopen with full capacity gigs, but need to survive financially until then. The funding from the Arts Council will not last beyond Christmas, so additional support is crucial. The worst case scenario is that people do not return, leading to significant financial losses and potential closure by January, forcing them to return the keys to the brewery and seek other employment.

What is the organization's plan for February?

• To reopen fully with full capacity gigs

• To continue with social distancing measures

• To close down permanently

• To reduce the number of shows

What is the hope for the organization if they can reopen without social distancing?

• They will need to close down

• They will have a good year

• They will face more losses

• They will have to reduce staff

What is the main financial concern mentioned in the second section?

• There is an abundance of financial resources

• They have secured enough funding for the next two years

• The funding will not last beyond Christmas

• The funding from the Arts Council will last until next year

What is the worst-case scenario described in the final section?

• People return in large numbers

• The organization receives unexpected funding

• The organization makes a profit

• People do not feel safe returning, leading to closure

What is the potential outcome if the worst-case scenario occurs?

• The organization will receive more funding

• The organization will expand

• The organization will close by January

• The organization will break even