- All actors are expected to attend the scheduled rehearsals and stay until the
rehearsal is over. Actors are allowed two (2) pre-arranged absences from
rehearsals; after these are exhausted the actor may be cut from the production or
may be asked to take a different role. - All actors and crew will arrive between 5 – 10 minutes early for all scheduled
rehearsals (unless arrangements are made with the director or other designated
person). If excessive tardiness occurs (over five (5) times), an actor or crew may
be replaced, or asked to take a different role in the production. - Constructive criticism is an important element involved in the production of any
play. All club actors and crew must ascribe to the director’s directions regarding
the interpretation of each’s role, are attentive to directions during rehearsal,
maintain a positive attitude, and provide a maximum effort at all times. - All actors will cooperate, as applicable, with the costume crew by showing up for
fittings at the arranged times and wear the costume as instructed by the costume
crew and/or director. All actors will wear what they are directed to and will not
determine what s/he might wear instead. - All actors will take care of their costumes.
- All actors will provide their own shoes, underclothing, and makeup (if necessary).
- Club actors and crew will bring script, pens, pencils, water, appropriate shoes,
appropriate clothing, etc. to each rehearsal. - Actors shall be off-book with lines memorized when expected by the director.
The expectation is that actors work to know their lines and blocking as soon as
possible. - Actors and crew are to focus attention on the rehearsal process and not make
telephone calls, texts, or other such activities that may distract from the purpose
of rehearsals. All cell phones are to be set to silent during rehearsal times. If an
emergency call/text occurs during a rehearsal, the actor or crew will remove
themself from the acting area to take the call/text. - If an emergency occurs where an actor or crew cannot make a rehearsal, the
actor or crew member will personally contact the director and/or other designee,
as soon as possible. Actor or crew member understands that if they miss a
rehearsal and do not contact the director or designee, they may be replaced or
have their role changed in the production. - Anyone whose conduct reflects negatively on the cast or crew and specifically,
the Club, as a whole, will be dropped from the production. - Actors and crew are to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects integrity and
respect for their director, fellow cast members, and all stage crew or those
assisting in various production responsibilities. No derogatory or denigrating
comments or behavior directed toward others will be tolerated, whether it is in
print, verbal, or via Internet, email, chat, or through social networking sites. This
includes statements or actions regarding gender, race, class, sexual orientation,
religion, age, culture, ethnicity, belief, or ability.