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« on: Jun 25, 2010, 06:02 pm »
having just gone through this myself I agree with everything posted already - do as much prep as possible before you go; take as much as possible with you. Think about what you'll need as well as what the show will need - will you have access to a copier that isn't prohibitively expensive? what about a printer? stock up on office supplies and extras of everything. Take as full a roster of rehearsal props and costume pieces as possible. Is there a plan for what will happen when things get added? (in our case we had a weekly delivery from home but we were a lot closer than Ohio). And stay as in close contact as possible with your production manager at home so there are little or no surprises when you get back. Working on a new piece, is there a plan for how script changes will happen? Make sure you know where the closest kinkos and staples are and be prepared to make daily trips.
And don't forget to think of your personal needs as well - don't just bring necessities but an item or two that will make your housing feel like home - a pillowcase or your own towels, a picture or two. And remember just because you are in New York, doesn't mean that you shouldn't take a night and just head home after rehearsal. It's great to see as much as possible, but you don't go out every night at home, do you?
Good luck!