By DLUX Puppets TECHNICAL RIDER FOR THEATER (rev. 11/30/17) IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE THAT ALL GOES SMOOTHLY, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT A COPY OF THIS INFORMATION SHEET GETS TO THE ON- SITE PERSON IN CHARGE ON THE DAY(S) OF PERFORMANCE(S). THANK YOU. General Information Alice in Wonderland is approximately one hour in length with no intermission. The cast is comprised of two (2) performers, one male, one female. The show utilizes seven (7) original handcrafted puppets. Only designated members of DLUX Puppets are allowed to touch the puppets. Under no circumstances shall any crew or theater staff be allowed to touch, move, handle, operate or the like of any of the puppets without prior consent from a designated member of DLUX Puppets Because the production is self sufficient and contained to a single laptop, we perform without the use of a stage manager. PERSONEL There will need to be someone in charge available at all times to answer questions. LOAD IN The production requires a load in and set up, a tech (to go over lighting and sound cues), and a dress rehearsal all of which will last 6-8 hours, to be scheduled the day prior to the first contracted performance. We will need to have a clear space to unload onto or near the stage. If for some reason the load- in area is a long way from the stage, please let us know in case more time is needed for load- in. If our van/truck/trailer cannot stay in the loading area during our time at the theatre, then other parking arrangements will need to be made for us. We will need to know what those are prior to the day of the load in. We will require two (2) crew members to assist with load in and set up.
STAGE REQUIREMENTS This show's set requires a stage height minimum of 13' and a clear playing area of 27' deep X 30 wide' The stage must be cleared, swept, and mopped. If there is a crossover available, it also needs to be cleared. The size of the stage will determine what we will use as a backdrop. Possibilities are a black traveler, cyc, etc.. If there is an orchestra pit in the theatre, it will need to be completely closed and covered. We ask that there be three (3) prop tables placed left, right, and up center, provided by the presenter. If there are stairs that can be used at the furthest point downstage, we will require them so actors can walk up and down and into the audience. If the theater does not have this option, we must be informed ahead of time so we can alter our blocking. Additionally, we will need to utilize one standard electrical outlet, in close proximity to the backstage area to plug in our laptop and projector. We will provide extension cord if necessary. SET Our entire set is digitally rear projected. We use only our own commercial grade, rear throw projector, and a projection screen which measures approximately 14 ½ wide X 12 high. Presenter is not responsible for providing these. The entire show runs off of software from our laptop. Both the laptop and projector will be placed backstage behind the projection screen. Our projector is only to be set up and handled by designated members of DLUX Puppets. Additionally, we use a small 2 high front border curtain about five feet in front of our projection screen to cover our feet and for hiding small props onstage. The middle of front border curtain is parallel to the screen with both left and right sides cutting perpendicular at a 45 degree angle to the edge of the screen. LIGHTING Our lighting needs are very simple. A general warm wash is needed throughout the entire performance, and we will want to be able to use various levels of brightness for some additional looks, as well as be able to go to a blue out, and black out. We will need to work out the levels closely with the lighting technician and avoided direct exposure on the screen that could potentially wash out the projected images. SOUND Presenter will supply two (2) E6 style wireless, lavalier microphones and system. Presenter will provide a high quality house system with monitors for performers. All of our audio/music plays from a single laptop and we bring appropriate adapters (Mono, stereo, etc.) and cables to be plugged into the theatre s sound system. An informed audio
technician must be available to coordinate and insure proper installation during load in and tech rehearsal. Our music and audio are essentially karaoke style backing tracks, all run and cued by us via foot pedals hidden onstage that cue our software from our laptop. They are integrated into the video components that are projected. We provide our own foot pedals. CREW Two (2) crew to assist for load- in and load- out. One (1) Lighting/ Sound Technician available from 30 minutes prior to the performance time until the ending of the performance. ** If your facility requires separate technicians to operate Lights and Sound then please modify this request so that we will use one (1) Light Technician, and one (1) Sound Technician. DRESSING ROOM Presenter shall provide at least two (2) dressing rooms for one (1) male, and one (1) female, that are private, secure, lockable, clean and well- lit with good ventilation (heating, air conditioning, etc.) equipped with a mirror, chair, electrical outlets, costume rack or hooks, soap, and paper towels and in close proximity to a private bathroom containing a toilet and a sink with running cold and hot water. These restrooms should be separate from those provided for the audience. We will need easy access to drinking water. Additional hospitality is greatly appreciated (food & beverages). VIDEOTAPING/PHOTOGRAPHY The taking of pictures during the performance is not allowed, nor is videotaping or sound recording of the show, without the expressed written permission of DLUX Puppets. DLUX Puppets must be informed of any picture call (Prior to or after performance) no fewer than 48 hours prior to the call, barring extenuating circumstances. DAY OF SHOW SCHEDULE Performance times cannot be changed at the last minute and we will be unable to open the house any earlier than 1/2 hour before performance time. If you need to open the house prior to 1/2 hour before the performance, you may do so, but be aware that the cast will probably still be setting up on stage doing any last minute warm ups or presets. At the time of the curtain, the technician(s) running sound and lights, must receive conformation from backstage that the performers are in places and ready to begin the performance. This can be done via backstage headset, by one of the performers. Again we do not use a stage manager. FRONT OF HOUSE Presenter shall provide adequate room in the lobby with plenty of visibility to set up our three (3) easels with adjoining poster boards for our house boards consisting of credits and bios. Presenter does not need to provide easels.
CURTAIN ANNOUNCEMENT As house lights dim, the following announcement is to be made, prior to the start of the show. Ladies and Gentleman, please take a minute to turn off or silence all cell phones and electronic devices. We remind you; the use of photography or recording devices is strictly prohibited. And now, DLUX Puppets presents Alice in Wonderland. STRIKE BETWEEN PERFORMANCES OF CONTRACT For the duration of the contract and its pertaining performance(s), DLUX Puppets shall not be required to strike or load out of the theater and venue in any way. If such is required, Presenter must say so and specify (and DLUX Puppets must agree) at the time the contract is signed. HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS If hotel accommodations are being provided by the presenting organization, DLUX Puppets requires one (1) single, non- smoking room in a hotel rated 3-5 stars, equipped with in- room internet access, a mini- refrigerator and microwave. It is preferable that the hotel be in close proximity to the venue. X Presenting Organization Date X DLUX Puppets Date 1249 Glenwood Drive Concord, CA 94518 (323) 213-0601 www.dluxpuppets.com