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Kate Madigan, Government Affairs Coordinator of The Public Theater on Helicopter Noise Disrupting Shakespeare in the Park Performances

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Kate Madigan, representing The Public Theater as its Government Affairs Coordinator, testifies about the disruptive impact of helicopter noise on Shakespeare in the Park performances at the Delacourt Theater in Central Park.

  • The increase in helicopter usage and noise directly impacts the quality of life for many New Yorkers attending the free Shakespeare performances.
  • After waiting in line for hours, audiences of 1,000 New Yorkers have their experience disrupted by helicopters hovering overhead during the performances.
  • Helicopters create more noise when changing direction, maximizing noise pollution over the open-air theater.
  • The Public Theater is seeking federal support for a study illuminating the impact of helicopter operations over New York City.
  • Madigan supports legislative proposals to restrict non-essential helicopter flights over the city to improve quality of life.