EGGS AGS Production 2018

Ragtime

EGGS | AGS Production 2018

Crew Application Form

Thank you for expressing your interest in being part of the backstage crew for the EGGS/AGS 2018 Production of ‘Ragtime’.

Places in the crew are limited so we expect a high level of commitment from members. You may not know the dates of summer/winter sport practices at the time of application, but please be aware that once the season is underway this production will take precedence over all practices, unless otherwise approved by the backstage managers. Employment and holidays must be clearly stated on the application sheet. If you are chosen for the crew and fail to meet your commitments, your place in this and subsequent shows could be jeopardised.

This form must be returned to Mr Knightly in S12at AGS or the Arts and Cultural Office at EGGS by 3:15pm on Monday 12thFebruary. Late applications will not be considered.

You must be available for the following dates:

Monday 9 MayHealth and Safety Meeting (after school)

Tuesday 10 MayTech Rehearsal (after school)

Wednesday 11 MayTech Rehearsal (after school)

Thursday 10 MayTech Rehearsal (full day)

Friday 11 MayDress Rehearsal (full day)

Saturday 12 MayPerformance 1, 5:30pm – 10:30pm

Sunday 13 MayPerformance 2, 3:30pm – 8:30pm

Tuesday 15 MayPerformance 3, 5:30pm – 10:30pm

Wednesday 16 MayPerformance 4, 5:30pm – 10:30pm

Thursday 17 MayPerformance 5, 5:30pm – 10:30pm

Friday 18 MayPerformance 6, 5:30pm – 10:30pm

Saturday 19 MayPerformances 7 and 8, 10am – 10:30pm

Sunday 20 MayPack out (full day)

Further attendance:

All roles will require attendance at rehearsals or workshops prior to the above dates. If you have a full extra-curricular timetable the production may not be suitable for you. Please see the crew rehearsal schedule on Grammarnet, the AGS/EGGS Facebook Page and the Epsom Girls Grammar website.

Name: ………………………………………………………………………………………...

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Previous experience:

Year / Show / Role

Skills relevant to your selected fields:

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Please indicate below any possible clashes you may have during the term and holidays that may clash with rehearsals or workshops:

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Please number from 1 to 5 (1 being most interested, 5 being least) your preferred role in the crew. Please list only 5 options.

Role / Number Accepted / Description / Preference
Stage Manager / 1 / Coordinate and manage student crew
Call show
Must be able to read music to call cues
Must attend all shows and relevant rehearsals
Deputy Stage Manager / 1 / Assist Stage Manager
Assistance in calling show
Must be able to read music to call cues
Must attend all shows and relevant rehearsals
Assistant Stage Manager / 2 / Assist Stage Manager
Must attend all shows and relevant rehearsals
Set Construction
(Will also be rostered on during show week) / 15 / Set construction and assembly before show season
Set painting
(may need to be available over Easter TBC)
Backstage / 10 / Preparing the theatre/stage/set for the show each night
Moving set on stage/scene changes
You must be able to attend all rehearsals from Easter onwards
You must be able to attend every show
Props / 6 / Collect and make smaller props
Move props on and off stage during shows
Organise personal props for cast members
Lighting (desk operator) / 2 / Desk operation
Operation of projections
Assist with rigging of lights
Must attend all shows and relevant rehearsals
Lighting (follow spot) / 2 / Follow spot operation
Assist with rigging of lights
Must attend all shows and relevant rehearsals
Sound / 2 on desk
6 on mics / Desk operation (Must be able to read music cue to cue)
Assist with microphones backstage
Must attend all shows and relevant rehearsals
Costumes / 10 / Assisting with the collection and making of costumes
Organisation of costumes during rehearsals and shows
Must attend all shows and relevant rehearsals
(You will only be able to attend show week if you have contributed to costume construction and collection)
Makeup / 15 / Makeup for cast during dress rehearsals and shows
Must attend all shows and relevant rehearsals, as per roster
Front of House / 12 / Ticket sales
Ushers
Food/drink service
Must attend all shows, as per roster