We believe it’s both and want to do our part." Some people feel every non-essential business should close, and some think personal responsibility is key, meaning people should be able to decide for themselves. "There is a stark contrast in the guidelines coming from the state versus the advice coming from the health community. "This is, frankly, a very confusing and difficult time for nightlife for customers and business owners alike," Collins said. postpone all scheduled events until further notice so we can continue to gather more information and adjust our operation accordingly," Collins wrote Saturday on Facebook. Now, after at least two guests confirmed COVID-19 diagnoses, the club, "out of an abundance of caution.
Last week, a video from the sold-out event showing shirtless men not wearing masks and packed on the dance floor sparked outrage on social media.Īfter the initial backlash, Heretic's general manager, Alan Collins, said the club would continue to hold events while enforcing health precautions like temperature checks and mandatory wearing of masks, which would be provided free of charge. There were "dozens more feeling sick," a source told The Advocate - although Heretic acknowledged only two confirmed cases in its public statements.
The positive diagnoses were reported to management following a June 20 dance party headlined by DJ Dan Slater. Heretic, an Atlanta gay club, has suspended its events "out of an abundance of caution" after several patrons tested positive for COVID-19.