Policies of the Production Company A Production Company is made up of the Production Staff, Cast, Crew, Box Office Personnel and other personnel who assist with the show. Any individual who accepts an assigned position or role in the Company is expected to conform to all rules and regulations governing Company Members.

Becoming a Member Selection of the Production Company is based upon the number of persons needed for the crews, running crews, personnel available, and the ability of the personnel selected. Selection of the Cast is based upon numerous criteria, including the particular acting demands made by the script and by the acting ability revealed at the auditions. ANY member failing to keep up with his responsibilities may be dismissed by at any time.

Check the Call Board daily All members of the company must check the call board/reminds daily and initial their name wherever it appears. I will try to give the rehearsal schedule at least 3 days in advance, but there may be last minute changes and I will hold you responsible for absences. The call board is located on the right of the entrance to the Underground or on the door. Calls for the day will be posted by the end of 6th period if there are any last minute changes.

Attend all calls for cast and crew Rehearsals and crew calls are never missed without prior permission. Check the production calendar and clear all dates indicated. Whenever possible we will work around conflicts but there are too many schedules involved to change an entire rehearsal for one person. Any absence must be cleared in advance with one of the directors. Absences for other school activities will be considered excused if they are cleared in advance. Absences due to illness or serious emergences will be excused. Unexcused absences may result in automatic dismissal from the company. No more than 3 rehearsals may be missed for any reason. Three absences constitutes dismissal.

BE ON TIME Rehearsals and crew calls begin exactly at the time indicated on the call board. A 3:00 p.m. rehearsal call means that when places are called at exactly 3:00 p.m. you are in the the rehearsal area with a sharpened pencil and script in your hand ready to begin rehearsals or warm ups.

Paying customers only Only people called on the daily call board or invited by the director will be allowed to attend rehearsals. The fewer the observers the better the concentration and achievement. There are two exceptions to the guest regulation. As a member of the company, you are invited to attend rehearsals as long as you do not create distractions. In addition, your parents are invited at any time.

Academic Responsibilities You are expected to maintain good grades while working on the production. If your grades persist at below-average levels, you will be removed from the show. Eligibility forms will be required from every cast member, approximately every three weeks. Try to study before you come to rehearsal. Bring your studies with you so that when you are not rehearsing you may make full use of your time. Plan ahead for papers and major tests. Don’t get behind in your school work.

You and the director Remember that the director is on your side. (we did cast you after all!) Your success is the director’s obligation. If you have problems or questions, ask the director at an appropriate time. To help the director function as effectively as possible, never approach or speak to the director when she is working with, listening to, or watching a scene in progress. Never walk between the director and the playing area. Direct questions to the stage manager whenever possible. Once you have entered the rehearsal area, do not leave for any reason without permission from the director if you are in the scene being rehearsed. Do not leave the theatre until you are released at the end of rehearsal.

You and them Every member of the company is equally important to the success of the production. There are no stars or prima donnas. Cooperation is essential. You don’t have to like each other, but you do have to work together respectfully and cooperatively. The stage managers and crew heads are the director’s representatives and are directly responsible to the director. So long as they perform their assignments responsibly, there is no reason to argue with them. If problems cannot be resolved, both parties should see the director immediately. There are only two directors for the show: Mr. Simpson and Ms. Reese. Avoid offering unsolicited suggestions , chastising, or prompting another actor.

You and them Having said that, all contributions are generally welcome. If you have an idea, see the DIRECTOR. Remember, “if it doesn’t work it was your idea, but if it does it was our idea.” Conversation backstage, either in rehearsal or performance should be restricted to matters concerning the production and should be conducted in whispers. Socialize in the lobby. Give your best at each rehearsal/ performance and expect the best from those around you. Work up to your full capacity, rather than “marking” or “walking through” a rehearsal/

You and it Pick up a prop only in the execution of your role. A prop out of place can ruin a performance. Always return your props to the prop table as soon as you leave the acting area. Don’t set anything except a prop on a prop table. Don’t sit on prop furniture backstage. Never touch a piece of lighting, sound, or stage equipment except in the direct performance of your duties.

Never go in any undesignated auditorium area without permission Never go in any undesignated auditorium area without permission. The lobby and restrooms, house, stage, and wings are the only areas designated for cast and crew use. Always treat your costumes with the utmost respect. Hang them up when you are finished. Once you have been assigned a costume item it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY! Do not litter in the theatre. Clean up after yourself and others. When rehearsing in the classroom, return furniture in an orderly fashion BEFORE leaving. Do this even if the classroom was in a mess when you get there.

You and it Safety for yourself and others must be the primary concern of all Company Members. Never allow yourself or a piece of equipment to get out of control. Deliberate, preplanned action onstage, backstage, and in the shops will get the job done with minimal risk to yourself and others.

Traditional theatre practices Never bring food, drinks, or gum into the theatre. Never creatE any offstage distractions or play jokes backstage or onstage. Never write on a piece of scenery, stage equipment, or the walls of the theatre. Never miss an entrance. Pay attention. Never speak to or approach an actor who is waiting for an entrance. Never question the authority of the stage manager. Never leave the rehearsal space or crew area until you have been released by the individual in charge. Never be seen by an audience member except in the execution of the show. Do not peek at the audience while on or offstage. Of you can see the audience, they can see you.

Professional attitude All cast and crew will assist in the construction of scenery, props, and costumes, promotion of the show, ticket sales and distribution, and the strike at the conclusion of the run. Once final decisions are made, do not deviate in any way from the director’s production plan. Perform the play as it was rehearsed. Behave in a mature and responsible way. Negative comments, even in fun, can be destructive to the ensemble process and destructive to the perception of the show & department in the community. Think before you speak IN PERSON AND DIGITALLY.

Professional attitude If you or your parents have any questions or concerns at any time during the process, please speak with the directors as soon as possible. Issues that are not addressed directly and immediately can negatively impact you, the cast, the performance and the department.