The publicity from being on the show is definitely a positive for a business that has been suffering for more than a year because of the pandemic, Esser said. The most recent challenge has been a problem with the U.S. Small Business Association website where small venues and theaters can apply for financial assistance. It has been down for more than a week. The Save Our Stages Act was passed as part of a covid-19 relief bill in December to help with funding for local venues. The act led to Shuttered Venue Operators Grants, which were to be available to apply for on April 8.