PERFORMER AND TECHNICIAN CONTRACT

Students have been cast to fit characters, which sometimes include physical characteristics, please check before
making any major alterations to hair, piercings or tattoos after casting is done.

During Rehearsals:
1. Cell phones and other electronic devices need to be kept off stage. Students need to always be focused
on the rehearsal process. Students must either leave their phones with their supplies or they may leave
it with the stage manager. Cell phones should not be left on stage without strict permission from the
director and/or stage manager. Penalties may be enforced if students repeatedly break this rule.
2. Actors/Techs will arrive 10 minutes prior to call. Call time means that is when rehearsal starts, not
when you are walking in the door and finishing your food.
3. If you expect to be late for a call, telephone both the stage manager and the directors. Conflicts of
any rehearsal or performance should be made far enough in advance to give the directors an
opportunity to use an understudy or prepare for your absence.
4. Attend all rehearsals as listed on rehearsal schedule. Since casting decisions are based in part on the
availability of the actor to attend rehearsal, absences due to sports games, vacations, medical
appointments, tutoring, etc. will be considered only if they are communicated in advance. In the
event of a legitimate absence, actors will notify and remind the stage manager and directors one day
in advance and give a marked script to the stage manager. Students may not miss more than 5
overall days and 0 days after spring break. Students must report the absence to the teacher
conducting the rehearsal.
5. If you are sick, please stay home and get better. We need you healthy and for the rest of the cast to not
get sick.
6. You must be at school to be at rehearsal. Only students with excused absences are allowed to
attend rehearsals and events.
7. All student actors and technicians must be in good standing with the school with no major
discipline problems.
8. Actors/Techies will prepare for rehearsal by learning all lines, stage duties and blocking, by the
deadlines noted in the schedule. This includes you rehearsing on your own time at home.
9. During rehearsals, you should be on stage or in the first few rows of the theatre unless you are directed
otherwise. Do not wander into the classroom or other areas of the theatre, when we need you on stage
you should be ready. Students are not to hang out in the backstage or Blackbox area. All special
guests must be cleared with the stage manager and they are to wait in the house and not be a distraction
unless otherwise directed by the teacher.
10. Actors/Techies will not eat or drink (bottled water is fine) anywhere in the theatre unless
permission is given. GUM CHEWING IS NOT ALLOWED DURIING REHEARSALS OR
PERFORMANCES. A
special area will be set up for food, food should not be brought out of that area. DO NOT EAT ON SET
AND DO NOT EAT IN DRESSING ROOMS OR IN COSTUME. WE WILL ABSOLUTELY KEEP THE
DRESSING ROOMS CLEAN AND ORGANIZED. YOU WILL NOT LEAVE OR BE DISMISSED UNTIL
YOU’VE CLEANED UP YOUR AREA. **And don’t even think about telling us that your ride is waiting or
you have dinner plans or you need to take someone home, so you’ve got to rush out…not going to happen. The
backstage area must be kept clean.**(And YES this is from Mrs. Wyatt)
11. Actors/Techs will help clean the theatre on a regular basis. Schedules will be set in advance by
stage manager and the Theater Officers.
12. Actors/Techs will attend rehearsals fully prepared with materials needed (scripts, pencils, personal
props, character shoes, etc.) and wear non-restricting attire. Be prepared to change attire if directed.
 13. Student actors and technicians are Students first. Students must keep their grades up throughout a
show. If a student is not being directed during a rehearsal they can spend that time on homework.
Grade checks will be performed at least once before the shows; all students are expected to have a 2.0
average at the time of the grade check. If a student is below a 2.0, they cannot attend rehearsal until
the grades are above a 2.0. These absences will be considered unexcused. Any student with an F will
be placed on probation until the F is brought up. If the F is not brought up within a week, the student
will be withdrawn from the production.

14. Actors assume the responsibility for care of all scripts, personal properties, and costumes assigned.
Costumes, once issued to student, must be hung up and properly cared for. SCRIPTS SHOULD BE
RETURNED UPON COMPLETION OF THE SHOW. Any damage to school property (costumes, set
pieces, props) assigned to actors will be billed and fined to the student’s financial account. Student
agrees to assist with making costumes when requested, and agrees to purchase undergarments, leotards
and/or dance shoes as required. School obligation forms will be issued for borrowed or rented
materials, costumes, etc. damaged or not returned.

15. All actors and technicians accept the reasonability for bringing electronics, money, or other materials
they deem sentimental or expensive at their own risk. There is NO designated area for items to be
locked up. The theatre program cannot take responsibilities for stolen items.

16. Actors are not directors. Any notes/thoughts should me mentioned to the directors, the directors
will then decide if the ideas should be used or not.
17. The Directors reserve the right to recast any role at any time with an understudy or other actor for non-
compliance to the terms listed in this contract for any reason. The decision to recast is not an easy one
and requires several factors before that decision can be made. Understudies are not always utilized,
especially if they are not prepared, ready, or eligible to perform.

Dance requirements: Rehearsals start at 3:35 and run until 4:30 unless otherwise noted. Sessions will be filmed
and uploaded to the canvas course. Wear clothing that you’re able to move in. Thursdays during club time will be
utilized as dance review days.

Music requirements: Listen to tracks ahead of time. These can be found here https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=9j8lnZxBc9Y&list=OLAK5uy_lDjaaUKmB-aWu8A80iVHIOkPGQqlLApQw
Keep in mind the words have been changed on several songs. Rehearsals begin at 3:35 and run until 4:30 unless
otherwise noted. Harmony will only be taught to leads who have mics. Copies of the music will be posted on
Canvas in the order they are rehearsed.

Costumes: In most cases you will be responsible for your own costumes. Links to approved costumes will be
posted on canvas. Mrs. Wyatt will work hard to keep them budget friendly. Several group numbers will require
alike costumes that may be purchased in-house. Wigs will also be purchased in-house. Be sure to check canvas
frequently so you stay informed.
During Dress Rehearsals and Performances:
1. Actors/Techs will arrive on time and sign in at the callboard. Never sign in for another actor. When
arriving, please enter from the Blackbox door that is located at the dock.
2. Please call the Thespian President if you expect to be more than 15 minutes late for a call.
3. Please be advised that dress rehearsals are run like actual performances. Your parent/guardian (or an
approved way home) must be available to pick you up from rehearsals. Actors/Techs should plan
accordingly by completing homework and planning a sack-dinner on these days. These rehearsals have a
tendency to go over due to unforeseen bloopers prior to opening night.
4. Bring water to drink and STAY HYDRATED.
5. Wait in the classroom area after arriving, keeping off the stage unless called for a sound-check or specific
scene work. Once the house opens, the stage manager will begin regular announcements letting you know
how much time remains before curtain and giving you general cues. Remain backstage for the duration of
the performance, including intermission. Only prior approval will allow students to be in view of the
audience before the show begins. This includes keeping out of the light booth, outside, etc. Likewise,
guests are not permitted backstage, even family or friends.
6. Please DO NOT TALK BACKSTAGE WHILE PERFORMANCE IS IN PROGRESS. If you must
communicate, please whisper.
7. Once the show begins keep all electronics zipped up.
8. All cast members must take curtain call in complete costume.
9. On the final night all cast and crew participate in striking the set. All students are to stay until the end of
the strike unless allowed to leave by the director. Strike can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 3 hours,
plan ahead. Students who asked to leave strike early without prior permission may not be casted in the
next show.
10. The cast celebrates the closing of the show with a cast party. This is a dinner celebration for cast members
only. Friends and family are not invited unless prior permission has been given – this is a cast only
celebration of their hard work.

Questions, comments or concerns?

Please contact me a member of the creative team.

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Please detach this portion and return before the 1st rehearsal.

We have considered the rehearsal schedule, and have read, understand, and agree to all items on this Production
Contract.

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