Thousands of artists, musicians, and actors in Queens work in the service industry to support their dreams. When COVID-19 hit in March 2020, these dreamers put their lives on hold, sacrificing their income as Queens became the global epicenter of the virus. Two local bars fought to survive, while frontline workers battled to slow the death toll.
Last Call: The Shutdown of NYC Bars
In Queens, New York, the bustling hospitality scene fosters a dynamic community of artists, musicians, and actors, where creativity flourishes in the unlikeliest of places - the city's diverse service industry.