CREW Application Packet Fall 2018

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1 CREW Application Packet Fall 2018 Teenage Nightmare By Laura Toffenetti Application is due to Mrs. Azeltine no later than: August 22, 2018 (Late applications will not be accepted) Performance Dates: October 4, 1:30 PM (daytime performance for 5 th graders) October 5, 3:30 & 7:00 PM October 6, 2:00 PM ABOUT THE SHOW: Touching on the trials and tribulations of being a teen, this one act satire brings teen life center stage in the form of a live news magazine. Loaded with teen-friendly sketches such as Shopping With Mom, Babysitting a Child Named Moose, and Trying to Ask a Girl on a Date, it also includes a flashy street interview titled, Dumb Things Parents, Teachers, and Kids Say in addition to four short scenes between parents and teens on What Happened in School Today. Find the latest in teen fashion, poetry, and of course, advice columns on makeup and shaving from Babs and Philipe, your favorite editors. The play also includes two commercials: Zitaway: A Unique Blend of Vitamins B1-27 and Parents in a Box: All of the Comforts of Home. A quick reality check and it continues with Chores That Bore, a comical stand-off between parents and teens on cleaning their rooms and taking out the trash.

2 Please read this entire packet carefully! Top 9 things you should know about MT Technical Theatre: 1. Theatre takes commitment. Look at the rehearsal schedule carefully and consider the time requirement of other activities you are involved in. If you cannot put forth the time and effort needed during this production, don t apply. With the exception of the stage manager (who attends all rehearsals), and the set crew (who attend earlier rehearsals) most crew members will attend rehearsals during the final 2 weeks of the production. 2. Theatre is a team effort. Missing rehearsal lets down the other members of the cast and crew no matter what your role is. 3. Sports. MT cross-country and football practice will conflict with fall play rehearsals. 4. Applying for Crew. You will not be considered for the production without a parent signature and a photo. Students applying for crew do not need to sign up on the callboard or attend auditions. Crew packets are due to Mrs. Azeltine on or before August 22nd. Late packets will not be accepted. 5. Getting chosen. Remember that being selected for the cast or crew is an honor. Quitting a production after you have been cast will affect your future involvement in MT Theatre. 6. Working your way in. If you don t get your ideal crew position the first time you try out, don t be discouraged! This is a chance to prove yourself. You will find that all positions in theatre are fun! Remember that the director is always watching for a positive attitude, responsibility and commitment to the program.you are always auditioning. 7. Getting cut. While every effort is made to involve as many Timberwolves as possible, cuts are a normal part of theatre. Remember that getting cut is not a reflection of the judges feelings towards you. We often have large numbers of students wishing to be involved and only a finite number of positions available. If you are not selected this time, try out again (especially 6 th graders)! It may be that the perfect job is waiting for you in another play. Perseverance is noticed. 8. Mandatory rehearsals. All known absences must be listed on your audition form (Dr. appointments, vacations, prior commitments, family gatherings etc.). All rehearsals during the final two weeks of the production are MANDATORY, unless in the case of illness. No early dismissals are allowed. 9. Communication. If you are ill and cannot make rehearsal, you must let the director know personally by phone or . The office does not notify extracurricular sponsors when a child is called in sick to school. It is your responsibility to communicate with the director. Unexcused absences demonstrate a lack of consideration for other members of the cast and crew and may lead to your dismissal from the play.

3 Teenage Nightmare Tentative Rehearsal Schedule The following schedule is TENTATIVE and includes all possible dates for rehearsal. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be given out at the mandatory parent/cast/crew meeting on Monday, August 27th. Rehearsals will end at 4:30 unless specified below. ALL REHEARSALS ARE REQUIRED. All conflicts must be listed in the audition packet! All rehearsals in the final two weeks of production are MANDATORY, unless in the case of illness. No early dismissals are allowed. Week 1 August 27th August 28 Aug Week 2 September 3 September 4-6 Week 3 September Week 4 September Cast/Crew crew read through 3:15-5:20 PM PARENT CAST/CREW MEETING 5:30-6:00 PM No Rehearsal Blocking/Run-Thru Rehearsals Labor Day No Rehearsal Blocking/Run-Thru Rehearsals Run-thru/Developing Rehearsals Developing/Cleaning Rehearsals Week 5 September Polishing Rehearsals September 27 1 st Technical Rehearsal 3:15 6:00 Show Week October 1 2 nd Technical Rehearsal 3:15 6:00 October 2 1 st Dress Rehearsal 3:15 6:00 October 3 2 nd Dress rehearsal 3:15 6:00 October 4 October 5 October 6 Performance 1 Elementary Matinee 1:30 pm Performance 2 Matinee 3:30 pm Cast/Crew Party 4:30-5:45 pm Performance 3 - Curtain is 7:00 pm Performance 4 Call time is 12:45, Curtain is 2:00 pm

4 What exactly does the crew do? Prop crew Students attend rehearsals within the final 2 weeks of the production process. Students on the prop/set crew are in charge keeping props organized backstage, moving set pieces on and off stage, and assisting actors when needed. Stage Manager (First dibs go to 8 th grade students) The stage manager is the director s assistant. The stage manager attends every rehearsal throughout the production process. Duties include: taking roll, leading warm-ups, filling in for students who are absent, taking blocking notes, doing odd jobs for the director, managing students backstage, writing down cues etc. Strong leadership is needed for this position! Light/Sound Crews Students on the light and/or sound crew will attend rehearsals within the final 2 weeks of the production process. Students must follow the script carefully to make sure the light and sound cues are followed. Costume Crew Students attend rehearsals within the final 2 weeks of the production. Duties include: keeping costumes organized, assisting actors with their costumes, assisting during any costume changes. Make-up Crew Students attend rehearsals within the final 2 weeks of the production. Duties include: helping the actors apply make-up, and helping actors with hairdos before dress rehearsals and performances. House Crew Students attend rehearsals during the final week of the production process. The house crew is in charge of welcoming guests, selling tickets, handing out programs, and helping with running concessions (if applicable) and cleaning he auditorium. If you are friendly and outgoing, this could be the job for you! Set Crew Students attend designated rehearsals to paint the set and/or complete various creative tasks with props and set pieces. Tentative work days will be given but are subject to change based on production needs. Attendance at final performances is not mandatory.

5 CREW Audition Form Teenage Nightmare by Laura Toffenetti *Detach this form from the packet and turn it in to Mrs. Azeltine by Aug. 22nd MANDATORY Photo Here (Even if Mrs. Azeltine knows you, a photo is required.) Name: Grade: Age: Parent/Guardian name(s): Home Phone #: Parent cell phone#: *Parent/Guardian *It is VERY important that a current, clearly written address be provided. Mrs. Azeltine communicates often to parents on the cast and crew through ! Please rank the production jobs listed below (1-8). 1 should be the job you would like the most, 7 should be the job you would like the least. NOTE: Not accepting any given role in the production goes against theatre etiquette and may affect future casting choices. Light Crew Costume Crew Sound Crew Make-up Crew Props/Set Crew House Crew Stage Manager* Set Crew ** *8 th graders get first priority for SM position. The SM is required to attend all rehearsals. ** See final page of packet for additional application requirements for set crew. Students applying for a crew position DO NOT have to attend auditions. Audition applications and production contracts must be turned in by August 22 nd. Late applications will not be accepted. Please complete the following information: Previous experience, leadership, or specific talents:

6 Write a persuasive paragraph describing why you should be chosen for a crew position: Conflicts with proposed rehearsal schedule: ALL conflicts must be listed. This includes all orthodontist appointments, vacations, potential vacations etc. Unexcused absences may result in dismissal from the play. Only conflicts listed here will be excused, however, no absences will be permitted during the final 2 weeks of the production. Team: Class Schedule Period Class Teacher Room # Wolf Time A parent signature on this form is REQUIRED before you can be put on a crew! Student Signature Date Parent/Guardian Signature Date

7 Production Contract Must be signed by parent and student. 1 I understand that I am required to attend all the rehearsals for my role or crew. I understand that by missing a rehearsal I am letting down the other members of the cast and crew, no matter what my role is. I understand that except in the case of illness, CAST and CREW MEMBERS cannot miss rehearsal, nor will students be dismissed early, in the final two weeks of the production. a I understand that it is my responsibility to list possible scheduling conflicts on my audition form. b I understand that if I miss rehearsals (unexcused), I will be dismissed from the play. c In case of an emergency or illness, I agree to let Mrs. Azeltine know by phone or as soon as possible. 2 I understand that closed rehearsals are held from 3:15 4:30 PM in the MT auditorium. Rehearsal times will be extended during the final week of the production. 3 I agree to maintain good grades while involved in the school play (C or better). I understand that rehearsals are not to be an excuse for unfinished work or not being prepared for class. I also understand that if my grades are not at an acceptable level I will be dismissed from the play. 4 I agree to make sure that my behavior in school and at school activities is appropriate. I agree to be respectful to all staff, parent volunteers, and members of the cast and crew at all times. If my behavior becomes a problem (disrespect, detentions, ISS, OSS etc.) I understand that I risk my continued involvement in the play. 5 I understand that it is my responsibility to have the rehearsal schedule and to make my parents aware of the times and days that I will be attending play rehearsal. Missing rehearsal is unacceptable. 6 I understand that my transportation home must be arranged before rehearsal each day. I understand that I need to leave school immediately at the end of rehearsal, so Mrs. Azeltine can go home too. 7 I understand that finding my costume/crew outfit is my responsibility. Mrs. Azeltine will provide guidelines and some items as needed. 8 I agree to come prepared to rehearsal each day with my script and a pencil (not a pen). I understand that cell phones and ipads should be put away, and there is no food, drink, gum, or candy allowed in the auditorium (I may have water) during rehearsal. Name of Student Signature of Student Date Name of Parent Signature of Parent Date

8 Set Crew Application Requirement Directions: Design a set/background for a play that best matches the setting below. Designs will be evaluated based on creativity, neatness, and the ability to follow directions. Please use colored pencils as your primary media. Setting: Millie Mae's Shopping Mall.