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Tools of the Trade / Re: Prompt Book Dividers
« on: May 17, 2009, 03:13 pm »
These are what I use to tab my script (act/scene-wise). They might be a lower cost alternative.
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SMNetwork Archives / AEA and Facebook
« on: Apr 02, 2009, 08:45 pm »
We've already had the discussion concering whether or not Facebook is a viable tool for employers searching out information on potential future employees. Tangentally, I've been seeing pictures show up on FB pages of AEA actors in rehearsal, or publicity photos from publicity packets or "behind the scenes" type photos, taken by other members of the cast or company while in rehearsal or during tech. Obviously, there is no specfic rule pertaining to this (yet!!). This kind of posting, I feel, were it to be a infraction, may be governed by rules 64-K-2 and 3:
(2) On web sites of sponsors and/or supporters of the Theatre, provided:
(a) The Actor’s likeness is used solely to acknowledge the sponsorship or support
and is not in any way used directly or indirectly to endorse the sponsor or a
specific product of the sponsor;
(b) The footage is on a separate page from any product promotion or
advertisement;
(c) The Theatre shall receive separate permission from the Actor, specific to the
sponsor/supporter web site, which permission shall not be a condition of
employment. The Actor shall be fully advised as to the names of sponsors and
supporters and the specific web site usage. Permission shall be limited to the
specific sponsors named and footage shall not be given later to a different
sponsor. Permission shall be granted in each case for no more than two years
from the time such permission is granted. The Actor may negotiate a lesser time
period;
(d) The Theatre shall indemnify the Actor against any breach of an Actor
exclusivity clause when such breach is a result of the use not authorized by this
Rule 65(K)(2);
(3) For all web site usage, neither merchandise promotion nor ticket sale information
shall be presented on the same “page” as the Reproduction, but may be presented on
a separate “page.” However, the “page” containing the Reproduction may indicate
how to get to the “page” which does have information about merchandise or tickets. It
is also understood that there may be no promotion of any other product(s) on the
“page” where the Reproduction will be seen without Equity’s prior written consent. If
voice-over or other live actor work performance is required, in addition to the permitted
performance footage, the applicable AFTRA/SAG Agreements shall apply to such
voice-over or other work.
Use of footage for any purpose other than specified above is strictly prohibited. For
any violation under this Rule, the Actor shall be paid no less than two weeks’
contractual salary in addition to any AFTRA or SAG amounts which may be due.[/li][/list]
Here are my questions: Could cast members be classified as "supporters of the theatre"? Is it considered publicity only if the name of the theatre is also on the page? Other products are frequently advertised on FB pages...is this also a violation? What about the time period? Has anyone encountered an infraction due to FB postings of cast pictures and if so, how was the issue resolved (aside from the parties removing the pictures from FB pages)? Are there other rules that could be referenced in this instance?
That said, I'm not looking for a crackdown on people trying to scrapbook their careers or remember a fond rehearsal process or have a bit of fun. But, this has the potential to be a very sticky wicket.
(2) On web sites of sponsors and/or supporters of the Theatre, provided:
(a) The Actor’s likeness is used solely to acknowledge the sponsorship or support
and is not in any way used directly or indirectly to endorse the sponsor or a
specific product of the sponsor;
(b) The footage is on a separate page from any product promotion or
advertisement;
(c) The Theatre shall receive separate permission from the Actor, specific to the
sponsor/supporter web site, which permission shall not be a condition of
employment. The Actor shall be fully advised as to the names of sponsors and
supporters and the specific web site usage. Permission shall be limited to the
specific sponsors named and footage shall not be given later to a different
sponsor. Permission shall be granted in each case for no more than two years
from the time such permission is granted. The Actor may negotiate a lesser time
period;
(d) The Theatre shall indemnify the Actor against any breach of an Actor
exclusivity clause when such breach is a result of the use not authorized by this
Rule 65(K)(2);
(3) For all web site usage, neither merchandise promotion nor ticket sale information
shall be presented on the same “page” as the Reproduction, but may be presented on
a separate “page.” However, the “page” containing the Reproduction may indicate
how to get to the “page” which does have information about merchandise or tickets. It
is also understood that there may be no promotion of any other product(s) on the
“page” where the Reproduction will be seen without Equity’s prior written consent. If
voice-over or other live actor work performance is required, in addition to the permitted
performance footage, the applicable AFTRA/SAG Agreements shall apply to such
voice-over or other work.
Use of footage for any purpose other than specified above is strictly prohibited. For
any violation under this Rule, the Actor shall be paid no less than two weeks’
contractual salary in addition to any AFTRA or SAG amounts which may be due.[/li][/list]
Here are my questions: Could cast members be classified as "supporters of the theatre"? Is it considered publicity only if the name of the theatre is also on the page? Other products are frequently advertised on FB pages...is this also a violation? What about the time period? Has anyone encountered an infraction due to FB postings of cast pictures and if so, how was the issue resolved (aside from the parties removing the pictures from FB pages)? Are there other rules that could be referenced in this instance?
That said, I'm not looking for a crackdown on people trying to scrapbook their careers or remember a fond rehearsal process or have a bit of fun. But, this has the potential to be a very sticky wicket.
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SMNetwork Archives / Re: 1880s Prompt Books Online
« on: Mar 28, 2009, 12:13 am »
Wow. What a great piece of history! Thanks for sharing!
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The Green Room / Re: Trivia Tournament II: Electric Boogaloo
« on: Mar 18, 2009, 08:13 pm »
When did the topics change? I thought we were doing Mixed Bag for March? Not that I mind, but...
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Tools of the Trade / Stagecraft Exchange
« on: Mar 12, 2009, 03:01 pm »
A colleague and friend of mine recently launched the Stagecraft Exchange website. He's hoping to make it a sort of "Craigslist for theatre classifieds." It's just debuted so nothing has been posted aside form a test post, but he's asked to share it with folks who may be interested. Please stop by and check it out!
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The Hardline / Re: Help with DDR
« on: Feb 18, 2009, 04:39 pm »
Yeah, I was thinking the same thing, about the history. Thanks again, Matthew. I think I've got a plan.
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The Hardline / Re: Help with DDR
« on: Feb 18, 2009, 03:50 pm »
In thinking about the overtime compensation for violation of the rule, there's no actual determined hourly length of the DDR. I've always assumed it was at least an 8 hour period, so that if you're scheduling the DDR after a day off, you get your 12 (or 11) hours for rest period plus 24 for a day off, and then 8 for a DDR. Or, is it the 12(11) hour rest period tagged onto the end of the day off...ay ay yi!
I'm just trying to figure out how best to schedule problematic DDRs for the SMs, during our rep rehearsal period.
I'm just trying to figure out how best to schedule problematic DDRs for the SMs, during our rep rehearsal period.
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The Hardline / Re: Help with DDR
« on: Feb 16, 2009, 04:27 pm »
Thanks again, Matthew.
That's a good idea about "flipping" the DDR. Also, we're attached to a university; if we have company members in a show, we can't begin rehearsal until 1:00 T-SA anyway, so that's taken care of automatically.
That's a good idea about "flipping" the DDR. Also, we're attached to a university; if we have company members in a show, we can't begin rehearsal until 1:00 T-SA anyway, so that's taken care of automatically.
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The Hardline / Re: Help with DDR
« on: Feb 14, 2009, 11:05 pm »
Thanks, Matthew. And, also, just to clarify, the only time the DDR has to follow a day off is after opening of the actor's final production (Which for guest actors is their only production), barring emergencies and student matinees.
There are only two of us here, so scheduling the DDR for the SMs will be tricky.
Thanks also for the violation payment info; it states nowhere in the book the compensation for DDR violation. I've always assumed that's the case, but never ventured to ask a rep.
There are only two of us here, so scheduling the DDR for the SMs will be tricky.
Thanks also for the violation payment info; it states nowhere in the book the compensation for DDR violation. I've always assumed that's the case, but never ventured to ask a rep.
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The Hardline / Help with DDR
« on: Feb 14, 2009, 04:05 pm »
Our theatre will be pursing a new rep situation (new for this particular theatre, that is) next season and I was wondering about identifying the DDR in the absence of "mutal agreement." (50-E-8-c)This is a LORT contract.
We'll have one cast performing two shows; the six week mark lands on the Tuesday of final dress for the first show. It seems to me that it is permissible to stagger the DDR scheduling per actor, during the rehearsal process; is this true?
Thanks in advance for any assistance.
We'll have one cast performing two shows; the six week mark lands on the Tuesday of final dress for the first show. It seems to me that it is permissible to stagger the DDR scheduling per actor, during the rehearsal process; is this true?
Thanks in advance for any assistance.
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Tools of the Trade / Re: THE Sharpie topic
« on: Feb 13, 2009, 03:54 pm »Quote
I also use a sharpie (instead of a pencil) for a spike stick.
That's a fantstic idea. I used to use a dowel, now I'm going to use a Sharpie.
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TomorrowToday, why do you always keep gold and silver on hand?
I like to use the silver Sharpies to delineate spike marks in an unobtrusive way. I'll put a silver dot in the corner of the spike; the iridescence helps to reflect light but cannot really be seen from the house. They are also good for labeling on black gaff.
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The Green Room / Re: Trivia Tournament II: Electric Boogaloo
« on: Feb 08, 2009, 04:11 pm »
Yay movies! Great topic!
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The Hardline / Re: SPT Rules on Post-Opening Rehearsals
« on: Feb 05, 2009, 02:53 pm »
I’ve never scheduled such a rehearsal but this is how I read the rule.
44 (I) (1) states that rehearsals after opening shall be limited to six hours per week for brush-up, replacement, and understudy rehearsals. Any rehearsal of new material shall require payment of overtime. You already said it’s a brush up, so no overtime.
To me, the five hour limit in (2) (e) seems to account for a long show, should you choose to hold a one hour rehearsal just prior to half hour. (If you were doing the long version of Lear, say. Rule 38 (C) states that no performance shall last longer than 3½ hours, inclusive of half hour and intermissions.) If you were limited to rehearsals in the hour before half hour, then according to the rules, you could only hold three hours of rehearsal per week, instead of the six mentioned above.
I think your scenario works but I would call your rep, if you’re still not sure.
44 (I) (1) states that rehearsals after opening shall be limited to six hours per week for brush-up, replacement, and understudy rehearsals. Any rehearsal of new material shall require payment of overtime. You already said it’s a brush up, so no overtime.
To me, the five hour limit in (2) (e) seems to account for a long show, should you choose to hold a one hour rehearsal just prior to half hour. (If you were doing the long version of Lear, say. Rule 38 (C) states that no performance shall last longer than 3½ hours, inclusive of half hour and intermissions.) If you were limited to rehearsals in the hour before half hour, then according to the rules, you could only hold three hours of rehearsal per week, instead of the six mentioned above.
I think your scenario works but I would call your rep, if you’re still not sure.
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Employment / Re: Facebook through an Employer's eyes?
« on: Feb 02, 2009, 01:22 pm »
Though this is a sticky topic, there's an interesting article on CNN...
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The Green Room / Re: Trivia Tournament II: Electric Boogaloo
« on: Jan 25, 2009, 05:25 pm »
Man, I got a lot of wordy questions today.