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The Hardline / Re: Name change?
« on: Oct 07, 2016, 08:45 am »Hyphenation is also an option.
For some, yes. For me, it would be quite a mouthful.
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For some, yes. For me, it would be quite a mouthful.
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The Hardline / Re: Name change?
« on: Oct 06, 2016, 09:06 pm »
I was planning on keeping my maiden name as my AEA name (and still may), for the reasons loebtmc mentioned. It's my professional identity, I've been building my reputation and network using that name. But it feels a little strange for me to have 2 different names, and to not have my email signature match other documents.... I have thought about using both names in my email, which also feels weird, as both my maiden name and married name are very long.
I think I will keep it as my maiden name for now and see how I feel about it at a later date. Thanks for the input. Would still be curious to hear if anyone else has experience to share.
I think I will keep it as my maiden name for now and see how I feel about it at a later date. Thanks for the input. Would still be curious to hear if anyone else has experience to share.
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The Hardline / Name change?
« on: Oct 03, 2016, 03:11 pm »
Folks who have gotten married- if you changed your last name, did you change your AEA name?
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The Green Room / Re: ARTICLE: Producing "Sensory-Friendly" Performances
« on: Sep 29, 2016, 09:58 pm »
I've done a number of them, and the most frequently made technical changes have been keeping the house lights on at a low level (or half), lowering the sound levels, especially for startlingly loud cues, and removing any strobe light cues.
The article references these performances being a 'judgement-free zone', and I think that's the most important part, both for the performers and the FOH staff. Understanding that these audiences might react differently (and possibly in louder ways) than other audiences is key. The most successful way that I've seen this happen is having a brief meeting with the actors and the accessibility experts- it allowed the actors to ask questions directly, and they felt much more comfortable and prepared.
Hope it all goes well!
The article references these performances being a 'judgement-free zone', and I think that's the most important part, both for the performers and the FOH staff. Understanding that these audiences might react differently (and possibly in louder ways) than other audiences is key. The most successful way that I've seen this happen is having a brief meeting with the actors and the accessibility experts- it allowed the actors to ask questions directly, and they felt much more comfortable and prepared.
Hope it all goes well!
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The Green Room / ARTICLE: Producing "Sensory-Friendly" Performances
« on: Sep 29, 2016, 12:09 pm »
Article about how McCarter Theatre in Priceton, NJ produced sensory-friendly or "relaxed" performances. Particularly relevant to those of us who do TYA theatre, where these performances are becoming more and more common.
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Employment / Re: Listing awards on resume
« on: Sep 29, 2016, 12:03 pm »
I don't. I'm not convinced that it would enhance my resume all that much, and I'd have to delete other credits to make room. I'd rather have the extra shows listed!
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Introductions / Re: Greetings!
« on: Sep 19, 2016, 01:56 pm »
Hi Joey! Welcome aboard from another DC-area SM. 
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Students and Novice Stage Managers / Re: Blocking a theatre in the round
« on: Sep 10, 2016, 10:19 pm »
I like using North, South, East, and West. That way, you can write "Sarah X ---> SW" or "Brian X 2st N".
EDIT: I hang directional signs on the walls, and photocopy them into my script, so that they are on the mini-groundplan on my blocking page. It usually takes a few days to adjust but the signage is an easy way to remember, and then everyone is using the same terminology. Helpful to give the designers a heads up in the notes, so that they can use it too.
EDIT: I hang directional signs on the walls, and photocopy them into my script, so that they are on the mini-groundplan on my blocking page. It usually takes a few days to adjust but the signage is an easy way to remember, and then everyone is using the same terminology. Helpful to give the designers a heads up in the notes, so that they can use it too.
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Introductions / Re: Hello There!
« on: Sep 09, 2016, 02:42 pm »
Welcome aboard! I really enjoy working on theatre for young audiences as well.
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Stage Management: Plays & Musicals / Re: ANIMALS: Birds onstage?
« on: Jul 31, 2016, 09:34 pm »
I'm pleased to report that we closed today, and had no major bird-related incidents during the run. My biggest fear was that the birds would get loose in the theatre during the show!! Both birds are healthy and happily retired from the business.
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Stage Management: Plays & Musicals / Re: COMMUNICATION: Unable to communicate with Director
« on: Jul 22, 2016, 05:47 pm »
Wishing you an easier time of it this year!
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Stage Management: Plays & Musicals / MOVED: RE: First day of tech
« on: Jul 21, 2016, 10:11 am »
This topic has been moved to Students and Novice Stage Managers.
http://smnetwork.org/forum/index.php?topic=9013.0
http://smnetwork.org/forum/index.php?topic=9013.0
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Stage Management: Plays & Musicals / Re: PLAYS: On the Verge
« on: Jul 15, 2016, 05:47 pm »
Since this seems to be the thread about working with water onstage..... On my current show, we have a rain apparatus that drips into a small pool, naturally splashing all over the floor as it does. Actors also stand/walk in the pool, so water gets everywhere and creates slipping hazards. Two things that have helped:
1- We treated the floor around the pool with a clear, textured paint treatment. It functions sort of like a no-slip tread that you would put on the bottom of a shower or tub.
2- The actors use either waterproof cushioned first aid tape on their feet to help them grip better, or a gripping adhesive, like pole dancers use. The adhesive comes in a stick form, like deodorant, and you can roll it on your feet or hands.
We've also worked a couple of "clean-up" moments into the show. Shamwows are everywhere! Backstage is carpeted which also helps with keeping backstage dry/non-slip.
The pool is filtered and periodically emptied, cleaned, and refilled. It's also covered with plastic overnight to keep dust and particles out.
1- We treated the floor around the pool with a clear, textured paint treatment. It functions sort of like a no-slip tread that you would put on the bottom of a shower or tub.
2- The actors use either waterproof cushioned first aid tape on their feet to help them grip better, or a gripping adhesive, like pole dancers use. The adhesive comes in a stick form, like deodorant, and you can roll it on your feet or hands.
We've also worked a couple of "clean-up" moments into the show. Shamwows are everywhere! Backstage is carpeted which also helps with keeping backstage dry/non-slip.
The pool is filtered and periodically emptied, cleaned, and refilled. It's also covered with plastic overnight to keep dust and particles out.