There is also the issue of people with tickets just not showing up to shows due to covid concerns (when they bought tickets things seemed better…or there was the expectation things would get better) or not wanting to get vaccinated and just not dealing with it..not looking into getting a refund and just not showing
I have no idea how that factors in but it could be at play…depending on show it could be substantial…the impact on a show’s profitability could be big as venues rely on alcohol sales..artists on merch etc..
It’s a tough time for venues…