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Internal Building Communications

2009-11-05T12:56:16Z

Amar: /* Cable map */

[[Category:The Building]]
This includes the Doorbell, Intercoms and Panic Alarm. (generaly anything powered by the transformer in the techbox)

== Intercoms ==
[[Image:TB_Intercoms.jpg|thumb|200px|Techbox:Show switch, intercom and LED]]

The handsets themselves are all hardwired together so that when any handsets are picked up at the same time users at each end may communicate. This means that without anyone calling anywhere else, a 4 way conversation is possible. When the phone is called, a loud buzz is produces by the speaker in the headset. If someone has the phone off the hook, you can’t call them (this is a good thing because then you can’t deafen the person holding the handset). Don't try and be funny by phoning yourself, those buttons are disabled so nothing will happen!

The phones are situated in 4 strategic locations around the building:
{| style="text-align:Center" border="1"
|Number || Location
|-
| 1 || [[Servery]]
|-
| 2 || [[Techbox]]
|-
| 3 || [[Dressing room]]
|-
| 4 || [[Box Office]]
|-
| 5 || Spare/Unused
|}

Back stage the intercom can be silenced by a small switch on the side of the unit. Regardless of whether it has been silenced or not, a small LED on the wall above the table will flash but nobody will ever see it.

In the [[Techbox]], the phones can be silenced using the show switch. When the show switch is activated, the LEDs along the front of the Techbox will flash GREEN instead of hearing a beep.

== Panic Alarm ==
[[Image:box_office_boxes.jpg|thumb|400px|Panic alarm control and reset]]

There are two panic buttons, one in the [[box office]] and one in the [[café]], all members of staff should know how to use them. When they are pressed a blue light flashes in the [[office]], red LEDs flash in the [[techbox]]. Additionally if [[box office]] is panics, a buzzer sounds in the [[café]] and the till will no longer open. The alarm is reset by pressing the button on the black box in the [[box office]] as shown in the pic. If you panic, you should have several hefty people there in seconds, people are discouraged from playing with it. If you are in another part of the building and the alarm is set of, please send any available personnel the help the panicking FOH staff

Once again: '''TO RESET THE ALARM''' press the ‘reset’ button on top of the black box in the [[box office]] (shown on right)

=== How it works ===

The alarm is controlled from the black box, the signal and power is transferred through the same wires as the intercoms. The interface of the two systems is in the white box to the left of the black control box

This system has its history in Bedlam folklore but it was modified to include the "silent" running mode with the red and green flashing LEDs around Spring 2000 by the skill and design work of the legendary Steve "[[Box Office]]" Fryatt.

[[Image:Panic.JPG]]

The alarm system is controlled from the black box in the box office. The panic alarm electronics are based around two relay switches this allows the system do be selective. If the box office alarm is triggered, an alarm is sounded in the café whilst cutting power to the box office till. These functions would not be desirable if the café alarm was triggered. The circuit diagram shown above represents one relay.

The pins 1 & 2 are used as the input to the relay. When there is no voltage difference between them, the pins 5 & 6 are connected to 3 & 4 respectfully. When there is a voltage over pins 1 & 2, pins 5 & 6 are connected to 7 & 8 respectfully.

Pin 5 is connected to 0V whilst pins 2 & 6 are connected to +12V this means that to cause the relay to close, pin 1 needs to be connected to 0V. This can be done by the trigger switch connecting pin 1 to 0V or by a feedback loop created when the switch is closed and pin 5 (0V) is connected to pin 7 which is hard wired to pin 1. To break the feedback loop, the reset switch is opened and the +12V power supply is interrupted.

Pin 8 is the alarm signal. When the alarm is activated, this line is set to +12V and triggers alarms in other parts of the building

Pin 3 is unused in both relays whilst pin 4 is only used in the box office relay. When the alarm is not activated, it is connected to 12V. This is used to supply power to the till. When the alarm is activated the power is no longer provided and so the till is effectively locked.

=== Box Office Till ===
While not related to building communications it is (as originally setup in 2006, reinstated in Autumn 2008 after the old till was broken) part of the panic alarm system and the opening system runs off the 12V transformer in the [[Techbox]]. The till currently in use is the old cafe till and is the opening system is a simple connection to the 12V supply (see image above) broken by a push button just above the till. When the panic alarm is set off the 12V supply is cut off and the button to open the till will cease to work until the reset button is pushed (the circuitry for this is in the black box with the panic reset switch - see diagram above). If the button stops working check the transformer is on you can also try turning the white push button - if all else fails the keys should be kicking around somewhere in the box office (possibly pinned to the wall).

== Doorbell ==

The doorbell on the side entrance is attached to an old fire alarm which makes it loud enough to be heard anywhere in the building. It can be changed to a quiet buzzer mode which is for dress runs however this is often ignored/not herd to change it to the quiet mode swap the red switch on the side of the cupboard on your right as you enter the side entrance (behind the door). The small silver switch at the bottom f the box allows the doorbell to remain active the whole time. It can be turned off for shows at a switch in the [[techbox]].

== Power and Cables ==

The systems are all powered by a 12V transformer (though I think it is currently running at 13.8V) sitting under the tech box desk far end, stage right (under lighting desk).
The panic alarm and phones are almost two separate systems that meet in the tech box and use the same cabling to speak to the tech box and other parts of the building. The cabling system is based on bell wire (12 cores).

== Cable map ==

Please note that the cables are of the age that make them brittle buggers and liable to snap at any movement. This also means that they have faded and as such identifying the colours is a pain.

When two colours are listed, i.e. White/Blue this denotes White wire with Blue stripes.

{| style="text-align:center" border="1"
| Channel || Name || Bell (12 core) || Phone
|-
| 1-Serv || Servery || Green/White || Black
|-
| 2-TB || Tech Box || White/Green* || D Brown
|-
| 3-BS || Back Stage || Brown/White || L Brown
|-
| 4-BO || Box Office || White/Brown || Purple
|-
| 5-SP || Spare || Grey/White || Orange
|-
| 6 || - || - || Yellow
|-
| 7 || - || - || Peach
|-
| 8 || - || - || White/Blue
|-
| 9 || - || - || Grey
|-
| 10 || - || - || Grey?
|-
| Incoming Call || - || - || White
|-
| Voice || Phone Line || Orange/White || Mint Green
|-
| + || +12V || Red/Blue || Red
|-
| - || 0V || Blue/Purple || Blue
|-
| PANIC || Panic Alarm Trigger || White/Orange || -
|}

<nowiki>*</nowiki>The White/Green wire between [[Box Office]] and [[Cafe]] has a break in it somewhere; this has been fixed by using the White/Grey wire over this section.

[[Image:Bedlam_Wiring.gif]]

Junction box 1 is situated under the [[techbox]] just on the left as you enter the hole from stage right side (under light desk)

Junction box 2 is under the phone in the [[Servery]]

Internal Building Communications

2009-11-05T12:55:48Z

Amar: /* Power and Cables */ We got rid of the section of cat5 during the servery revamp

[[Category:The Building]]
This includes the Doorbell, Intercoms and Panic Alarm. (generaly anything powered by the transformer in the techbox)

== Intercoms ==
[[Image:TB_Intercoms.jpg|thumb|200px|Techbox:Show switch, intercom and LED]]

The handsets themselves are all hardwired together so that when any handsets are picked up at the same time users at each end may communicate. This means that without anyone calling anywhere else, a 4 way conversation is possible. When the phone is called, a loud buzz is produces by the speaker in the headset. If someone has the phone off the hook, you can’t call them (this is a good thing because then you can’t deafen the person holding the handset). Don't try and be funny by phoning yourself, those buttons are disabled so nothing will happen!

The phones are situated in 4 strategic locations around the building:
{| style="text-align:Center" border="1"
|Number || Location
|-
| 1 || [[Servery]]
|-
| 2 || [[Techbox]]
|-
| 3 || [[Dressing room]]
|-
| 4 || [[Box Office]]
|-
| 5 || Spare/Unused
|}

Back stage the intercom can be silenced by a small switch on the side of the unit. Regardless of whether it has been silenced or not, a small LED on the wall above the table will flash but nobody will ever see it.

In the [[Techbox]], the phones can be silenced using the show switch. When the show switch is activated, the LEDs along the front of the Techbox will flash GREEN instead of hearing a beep.

== Panic Alarm ==
[[Image:box_office_boxes.jpg|thumb|400px|Panic alarm control and reset]]

There are two panic buttons, one in the [[box office]] and one in the [[café]], all members of staff should know how to use them. When they are pressed a blue light flashes in the [[office]], red LEDs flash in the [[techbox]]. Additionally if [[box office]] is panics, a buzzer sounds in the [[café]] and the till will no longer open. The alarm is reset by pressing the button on the black box in the [[box office]] as shown in the pic. If you panic, you should have several hefty people there in seconds, people are discouraged from playing with it. If you are in another part of the building and the alarm is set of, please send any available personnel the help the panicking FOH staff

Once again: '''TO RESET THE ALARM''' press the ‘reset’ button on top of the black box in the [[box office]] (shown on right)

=== How it works ===

The alarm is controlled from the black box, the signal and power is transferred through the same wires as the intercoms. The interface of the two systems is in the white box to the left of the black control box

This system has its history in Bedlam folklore but it was modified to include the "silent" running mode with the red and green flashing LEDs around Spring 2000 by the skill and design work of the legendary Steve "[[Box Office]]" Fryatt.

[[Image:Panic.JPG]]

The alarm system is controlled from the black box in the box office. The panic alarm electronics are based around two relay switches this allows the system do be selective. If the box office alarm is triggered, an alarm is sounded in the café whilst cutting power to the box office till. These functions would not be desirable if the café alarm was triggered. The circuit diagram shown above represents one relay.

The pins 1 & 2 are used as the input to the relay. When there is no voltage difference between them, the pins 5 & 6 are connected to 3 & 4 respectfully. When there is a voltage over pins 1 & 2, pins 5 & 6 are connected to 7 & 8 respectfully.

Pin 5 is connected to 0V whilst pins 2 & 6 are connected to +12V this means that to cause the relay to close, pin 1 needs to be connected to 0V. This can be done by the trigger switch connecting pin 1 to 0V or by a feedback loop created when the switch is closed and pin 5 (0V) is connected to pin 7 which is hard wired to pin 1. To break the feedback loop, the reset switch is opened and the +12V power supply is interrupted.

Pin 8 is the alarm signal. When the alarm is activated, this line is set to +12V and triggers alarms in other parts of the building

Pin 3 is unused in both relays whilst pin 4 is only used in the box office relay. When the alarm is not activated, it is connected to 12V. This is used to supply power to the till. When the alarm is activated the power is no longer provided and so the till is effectively locked.

=== Box Office Till ===
While not related to building communications it is (as originally setup in 2006, reinstated in Autumn 2008 after the old till was broken) part of the panic alarm system and the opening system runs off the 12V transformer in the [[Techbox]]. The till currently in use is the old cafe till and is the opening system is a simple connection to the 12V supply (see image above) broken by a push button just above the till. When the panic alarm is set off the 12V supply is cut off and the button to open the till will cease to work until the reset button is pushed (the circuitry for this is in the black box with the panic reset switch - see diagram above). If the button stops working check the transformer is on you can also try turning the white push button - if all else fails the keys should be kicking around somewhere in the box office (possibly pinned to the wall).

== Doorbell ==

The doorbell on the side entrance is attached to an old fire alarm which makes it loud enough to be heard anywhere in the building. It can be changed to a quiet buzzer mode which is for dress runs however this is often ignored/not herd to change it to the quiet mode swap the red switch on the side of the cupboard on your right as you enter the side entrance (behind the door). The small silver switch at the bottom f the box allows the doorbell to remain active the whole time. It can be turned off for shows at a switch in the [[techbox]].

== Power and Cables ==

The systems are all powered by a 12V transformer (though I think it is currently running at 13.8V) sitting under the tech box desk far end, stage right (under lighting desk).
The panic alarm and phones are almost two separate systems that meet in the tech box and use the same cabling to speak to the tech box and other parts of the building. The cabling system is based on bell wire (12 cores).

== Cable map ==

Please note that the cables are of the age that make them brittle buggers and liable to snap at any movement. This also means that they have faded and as such identifying the colours is a pain.

When two colours are listed, i.e. White/Blue this denotes White wire with Blue stripes.

{| style="text-align:center" border="1"
| Channel || Name || Bell || Phone
|-
| 1-Serv || Servery || Green/White || Black
|-
| 2-TB || Tech Box || White/Green* || D Brown
|-
| 3-BS || Back Stage || Brown/White || L Brown
|-
| 4-BO || Box Office || White/Brown || Purple
|-
| 5-SP || Spare || Grey/White || Orange
|-
| 6 || - || - || Yellow
|-
| 7 || - || - || Peach
|-
| 8 || - || - || White/Blue
|-
| 9 || - || - || Grey
|-
| 10 || - || - || Grey?
|-
| Incoming Call || - || - || White
|-
| Voice || Phone Line || Orange/White || Mint Green
|-
| + || +12V || Red/Blue || Red
|-
| - || 0V || Blue/Purple || Blue
|-
| PANIC || Panic Alarm Trigger || White/Orange || -
|}

<nowiki>*</nowiki>The White/Green wire between [[Box Office]] and [[Cafe]] has a break in it somewhere; this has been fixed by using the White/Grey wire over this section.

[[Image:Bedlam_Wiring.gif]]

Junction box 1 is situated under the [[techbox]] just on the left as you enter the hole from stage right side (under light desk)

Junction box 2 is under the phone in the [[Servery]]

Main Page

2009-11-05T12:46:46Z

Amar: fix a bit of gramer

[[Image:IMGP0219.jpg|thumb|350px|The Bedlam Theatre]]Welcome to the Bedlam Wiki. It is hoped that this will become a valuable resource for all [[EUTC]] and Bedlam Theatre matters.

===How does it work?===

This is an online resource which is editable by anybody that has registered.

Simply click EDIT at the top of the screen to edit an article.

If an article doesn't exist then you can create it - simply search for an article - if it doesn't already exist you will be invited to create it! Easy!

Here are a few links to look at...

* [[A to Z]]
* [[How To]]
* [[Guide to Building|Building Guide]]
* [[Special:Allpages|All Pages]]
* [[Special:Categories|Categories]]

===How do I sign up?===

Signing up has been disabled due to spammers but we still want your contributions. Please email one of the [[EUTC Wiki:Administrators|admins]] (including the [[Secretary]] and [[Tech manager]]) your full name and the user name you want.

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===Disclamer===

Please be aware that this online community does not speak for, or on behalf of the [[Edinburgh University Theatre Company]] or individuals with current, previous or past responsibility or any of current, previous, past or [[life members]]. Any comments contained within are purely those of the author and not of the company or of any individual.

There is no restriction nor moderation on this wiki - if you see a mistake, please correct it. If you see something inappropriate / libellous then please remove it.

There are some articles that require clean-up including:
Those [[:Category:OutofDate|out of date]], [[:Category:Add_more|requiring more information]] and some that [[:Category:Merge_me|require merging]]

'''Have you got any suggestions? Email [mailto:webmaster@bedlamtheatre.co.uk the webmaster]

Re-skinning

2009-10-13T17:36:27Z

Amar:

# Rip up old hardboard
# Pull out all the nails that didn't come out with the hardboard
# Check that you've really pulled out all the nails
# No really, check again...
# Sweep up all the muck and junk that you've created and throw it out
# Walk over each of the floorboards and check for cracks, splits and other damage
# Pull out split or cracked boards and replace with plywood/reinforce subsided boards
# Get 25 4'by8' sheets of 3.2mm hardboard
# Lay an 18mm 4'x8' plywood board on the floor
# Lay down a sheet of hardboard on the plywood.
# Make sure it's square and not hanging over any edge.
# Mop the hardboard sheet with water. Don't saturate it, but get it consistantly damp.
# Lay another sheet of hardboard on top of the first board.
# Repeat 10-13 for all the hardboard
# Cap top of hardboard with a second 4'x8' 18mm plywood sheet
# Pile as much weight as possible evenly over the plywood.
# Leave over night.
{{ Add more }}

Main Page

2009-10-13T17:32:53Z

Amar: /* How do I sign up? */ remove myself as a contact

[[Image:IMGP0219.jpg|thumb|350px|The Bedlam Theatre]]Welcome to the Bedlam Wiki. It is hoped that this will become a valuable resource for all [[EUTC]] and Bedlam Theatre matters.

===How does it work?===

This is an online resource which is editable by anybody that has registered.

Simply click EDIT at the top of the screen to edit an article.

If an article doesn't exist then you can create it - simply search for an article - if it doesn't already exist you will be invited to create it! Easy!

Here are a few links to look at...

* [[A to Z]]
* [[How To]]
* [[Guide to Building|Building Guide]]
* [[Special:Allpages|All Pages]]
* [[Special:Categories|Categories]]

===How do I sign up?===

Signing up has been disabled due to spammers but we still want your contributions. Please email one of the [[EUTC Wiki:Administrators|other admins]] (including the [[Secretary]] and [[Tech manager]]) your full name and the user name you want.

----

===Disclamer===

Please be aware that this online community does not speak for, or on behalf of the [[Edinburgh University Theatre Company]] or individuals with current, previous or past responsibility or any of current, previous, past or [[life members]]. Any comments contained within are purely those of the author and not of the company or of any individual.

There is no restriction nor moderation on this wiki - if you see a mistake, please correct it. If you see something inappropriate / libellous then please remove it.

There are some articles that require clean-up including:
Those [[:Category:OutofDate|out of date]], [[:Category:Add_more|requiring more information]] and some that [[:Category:Merge_me|require merging]]

'''Have you got any suggestions? Email [mailto:webmaster@bedlamtheatre.co.uk the webmaster]

Main Page

2009-10-13T17:32:23Z

Amar: remove myself from the contacts

[[Image:IMGP0219.jpg|thumb|350px|The Bedlam Theatre]]Welcome to the Bedlam Wiki. It is hoped that this will become a valuable resource for all [[EUTC]] and Bedlam Theatre matters.

===How does it work?===

This is an online resource which is editable by anybody that has registered.

Simply click EDIT at the top of the screen to edit an article.

If an article doesn't exist then you can create it - simply search for an article - if it doesn't already exist you will be invited to create it! Easy!

Here are a few links to look at...

* [[A to Z]]
* [[How To]]
* [[Guide to Building|Building Guide]]
* [[Special:Allpages|All Pages]]
* [[Special:Categories|Categories]]

===How do I sign up?===

Signing up has been disabled due to spammers but we still want your contributions. Please email [http://www.thatscottishengineer.co.uk Alistair] or one of the [[EUTC Wiki:Administrators|other admins]] (including the [[Secretary]] and [[Tech manager]]) your full name and the user name you want.

----

===Disclamer===

Please be aware that this online community does not speak for, or on behalf of the [[Edinburgh University Theatre Company]] or individuals with current, previous or past responsibility or any of current, previous, past or [[life members]]. Any comments contained within are purely those of the author and not of the company or of any individual.

There is no restriction nor moderation on this wiki - if you see a mistake, please correct it. If you see something inappropriate / libellous then please remove it.

There are some articles that require clean-up including:
Those [[:Category:OutofDate|out of date]], [[:Category:Add_more|requiring more information]] and some that [[:Category:Merge_me|require merging]]

'''Have you got any suggestions? Email [mailto:webmaster@bedlamtheatre.co.uk the webmaster]

EUTC Wiki:Administrators

2009-04-21T12:53:12Z

Amar: add User:Committee

Ok so the wiki admins. AFAICT this was just a list of anyone who wanted to be an admin at some stage. Anyway these folk can add new users and change protected pages.

* [[User:Admin|Admin]] - Whoever can remember the password
* [[User:AlTheTechie|AlTheTechie]] - Al Broom
* [[User:Amar|Amar]] - Alistair Marshall
* [[User:AmyB|AmyB]] - Amy Brewer
* [[User:Colleen|Colleen]] - Colleen Patterson
* [[User:Committee|Committee]] - Committee account
* [[User:Dave|Dave]] - Dave Moffat
* [[User:Gtewright|Gtewright]] - Graeme Wright
* [[User:MarkGerrard|MarkGerrard]] - Mark Gerrard
* [[User:Neale|Neale]] - Neale Dutton
* [[User:Walkerfm|Walkerfm]] - Fran Walker
* [[User:Xander|Xander]] - Alexander Macmillan

User:Neville

2009-04-21T12:21:48Z

Amar: New page: Neville Billimoria

Neville Billimoria

Constitution

2009-03-12T11:47:24Z

Amar: replace bold with headings - makes a table of contents

'''EUTC Constitution and Standing Orders'''

'''10th March 2009'''

===1.0 Introduction===

1.1: This constitution supercedes all previous constitutions. Any retyping of the constitution and standing orders must be passed by a General Meeting of the company, where the President and Secretary shall sign it as a true and fair record of the current constitution and standing orders.

1.2: The constitution and standing orders shall be available at all times to any member of the Company. Any motion passed without access to this document is invalid.

1.3: The society shall abide by any applicable laws, bye-laws and guidelines of EUSA in relation to recognised societies. This clause is compulsory.

1.4: The constitution and standing orders shall be available at all times to any member of the EUTC. Any motion passed without access to this document is invalid.

===2.0 The Company===

2.1 The name of the society shall be “The Edinburgh University Theatre Company,” hereinafter referred to as the EUTC or the Company. Edinburgh University Students' Association shall be referred to as EUSA. All references to academic dates pertain to those of the University of Edinburgh.

2.2 The aims of the company shall be:

2.2.1 To maintain and encourage interest in all aspects of dramatic Art within and around the University and otherwise as shall be decided on by the Company’s members.

2.2.2 To maintain and encourage new writing and the performance of productions written by members of EUTC.

2.2.3 Dissemination of theatrical knowledge through workshops and on hand learning.

2.2.4 To foster links with the community through a children’s project and hire of the venue.

2.2.5 To, where financially and practically possible, take theatre beyond the confines of the Bedlam Theatre and into the community.

2.2.6 To perform varied and regular productions in a variety of theatrical genres, to be decided on by the company.

2.2.7 To operate and run the Bedlam Theatre.

===3.0 Membership===

3.1 Anyone may become a member of the company, provided at least 75% of all members are currently matriculated students within the University of Edinburgh.

3.2 An Honorary President, as many Honorary Vice Presidents and up to 10 Life Members per year may be elected at a General meeting by simple majority.

3.3 Retiring presidents of the society shall become life members.

3.4 Membership shall be open to all matriculated students of Edinburgh University.

3.5 All members who are not matriculated students of Edinburgh University shall pay at least twice the annual subscription paid.

===4.0 Committee===

4.1 The EUTC shall be administered by a permanent committee of thirteen members: President (who shall also act as Friends of Bedlam & Alumni liaison officer), Secretary, Archivist and the Business, Productions, Venue Hire, Set, Theatre, Wardrobe, Entertainments, Technical, Marketing & Front of House Managers. The Fringe Venue Manager will also hold a voting committee position. The company may designate any additional members of the committee and positions may be created as seen fit by the company at a general meeting. The president shall hold the casting vote in all balloted decisions.

4.2 Additionally, the Previous President, until the end of the academic year for which they were elected, shall act as a non-voting committee member.

4.3 The term of office for all committee members shall be from April 1st- 31st March inclusive. In the absence of a committee member, all other committee members will fulfill the task until a person to fulfill the role is found.

4.4 If a committee member is absent from 3 committee meetings in succession, or fails to attend more than half of the committee meetings in a term, the chair of the committee meeting may declare (at no fault) that the position is vacant and may hold an election for a new committee member at any meeting of the company. Any committee member who fails a vote of confidence is considered to have forfeited their post.

4.5 The President, Secretary and Business Manager of the society shall all be matriculated students of Edinburgh University.

4.6 The President shall not hold the position of Fringe Venue Manager.

4.7 All office-bearers shall be subject to election annually.

===5.0 Fringe Committee===

5.1 A Fringe Venue Manager, Fringe Technical Manager, Fringe Theatre Manager and Fringe Press and Publicity Manager shall be ratified at a meeting of the EUTC. They shall form a committee responsible for appointing additional Fringe staff as required and running the EUTC’s presence at the Fringe in the best long-term interests of the EUTC. From 1st June to no later than Freshers’ Week, they shall have operational control of the EUTC and such building(s) as it occupies.

===6.0 Finances===

6.1 EUSA shall operate a bank account specifically on behalf of the EUTC. The signatories on this account will be the Business Manager and EUTC President, and EUSA's Vice-President (Services), EUSA’s Chief Executive and EUSA’s Support Services Manager. Cheques must be signed by one of the EUTC’s signatories and one of EUSA’s signatories. The EUTC’s Fringe Venue Manager shall be competent to act as signatory on cheques from 1st June of each year they are appointed.
6.2 The Business Manager and President of the EUTC shall be responsible for the direct administration of any approved spending, reporting to meetings as appropriate. They shall at all times behave in an open, fair and transparent manner in this regard. They shall receive all monies and have the authority to make any expenditure decisions necessary in the long-term interests of the EUTC.

6.3 Any expenditure not approved by the Business Manager, Fringe Venue Manager (cf.4.1 and 5.1) or President in advance shall be the liability of the person(s) making it. The President or Business Manager may waive this rule if the expenditure is adjudged (by them) to be in the long-term interests of the company.

6.4 The Business Manager shall be responsible for presenting a set of accounts audited by EUSA’s current auditor, together with a draft budget for the financial year, which shall then be subject to approval by the Committee.

6.5 The Alumni Liaison Officer is responsible for planning Alumni fundraising and the allocation of these funds, in conjunction with Friends of Bedlam (FOB), through the University of Edinburgh Alumni and Development Fund. Any application to the University of Edinburgh Alumni and Development Fund to access these funds must first receive the consent of the FOB committee.

6.6 Only the president, or their nominated representative shall make any application to the Development and Alumni fund on behalf of the EUTC. No application shall be made without the approval of the EUTC and FOB organisations.

===7.0 Meetings===

7.1 There shall be three kinds of meeting: Committee, Company and General. The quorum for Committee and Company meetings shall be three members of the Committee and two additional members, five in all. The quorum for General meetings shall be 10% of the current membership or 30 members; whichever is lower. There shall be weekly meetings of the company and committee during the duration of the semester. There shall be at least one general meeting per semester. There shall be one General Meeting between weeks 7 and 11 of semester two; which shall be the Annual General Meeting. Additional general meetings can be called by the committee, or by a petition of members equal to the quorum of a General meeting.

7.2 Committee and Company meetings shall occur at as consistent a time and place as circumstances will allow. The Secretary and President shall use reasonable endeavours to publicise the meetings to the membership. In the case of a General Meeting this shall take place no later than two weeks before the scheduled meeting.

7.3 Decisions of meetings are proposed in the form of motions. These motions shall be within the law, only General Meetings shall be deemed competent to contradict or alter the constitution or standing orders, and committee members may only be elected at a general meeting. If a committee post has been offered at a general meeting and remains or becomes unfilled, an election motion may be proposed at a subsequent meeting of the company.

7.4 Voting rights are as follows: Committee Meetings: All committee members present. Company Meetings: All members present not in debt to the company General Meetings and a meeting of the company where shows are selected: all members who are not in debt to the company.

7.5 Proxy Votes: those members absent with unavoidable reason and not in debt to the company may appoint a proxy to vote on their behalf on the notice of no less than one week to a meeting of the company. A proxy vote may be requested by electronic or other remote means. All proxy votes must be recorded separately as such when they are exercised. Any member may raise an objection to a proxy vote, if so a motion in favour of granting the proxy vote must be proposed and put to a vote. These may only be exercised at a general meeting of the company.

7.6 All members must receive at least 14 days written notification of the Annual General Meeting and elections not held at the Annual General Meeting

===8.0 Ethical/ Legal Status of the EUTC===

8.1 The EUTC’s activities must, at all times, remain on an amateur & legal basis.

8.2 The EUTC shall pursue its goals regardless of gender, sexuality, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, marital status, disability, socio-economic background, age or religious belief. In short the EUTC shall provide equal opportunities to every member not in debt to the company to take part in its activities, to the best of its abilities.

8.3 Intellectual Property, when created by members of the company, has copyright vested with that member, and not the company. Its creator must approve all changes to this material. In the case of new writing, the producer and director of such productions must be approved by the writer, as must any later changes to these two positions.

8.4 Anybody conducting activity prohibited under this constitution shall be held responsible for their actions without fault on the part of the company.

8.5 The society has taken and will continue to take all necessary steps to ensure that our meetings, events and socials are accessible to all, irrespective of any disability.

8.6 The society has ensured and will continue to ensure that it complies with any relevant data protection legislation.

=Standing Orders=
==Section A==

===1.0 The Chair:===

1.1 The Chair shall be the President or their nominee, with the exception of Festival meetings, where the chair shall be the Festival administrator, or their nominees.

1.2 The meeting shall be opened by the chair at the appointed time and they shall adjourn the meeting on the completion of business or the passing of a motion to adjourn.

1.3 The Chairperson shall vacate their position and appoint a temporary nominee if they wish to take an active part in debate.

1.4 The Chair shall make rulings on all matters relevant to the constitution and standing orders. A ruling may be challenged; in which case, the chair shall vacate their position, and a motion shall be passed to appoint a nominee. A vote will be held to determine if the ruling is valid.

1.5 Any member may propose a vote of no confidence in the Chair. If the motion is passed the chair must vacate their position and a nominee of the proposer of the motion shall take their place.

===2.0 Attendance:===

2.1 The secretary shall maintain a record of all members present at a General Meeting or any other meeting at which show selection takes place.

2.2 Only members recorded as present, or who have obtained a proxy vote, may be issued a voting form for General or meetings of the company where shows are selected.

===3.0 Motions:===

3.1 Motions should be submitted to the committee for inclusion on the agenda at least a week in advance of the relevant meeting. They may however be included in ‘Any Other Competent Business’ (AOCB), or under the relevant business without notification. All motions must have a proposer and a seconder in order to be competent for discussion.

3.2 On presentation of the motion, the Chair will ask if there are any direct negatives to it, or amendments to it. In the absence of both, the motion is carried unanimously. Any member may propose an amendment, direct negative, or demand that the motion is put to vote, they shall have the same rights as the proposer of the motion.

3.3 Amendments to the motion shall be debated prior to the direct negatives, and shall be taken in turn. The proposer of the motion may accept an amendment without putting it to a vote if they wish. If a member objects to the change, a vote must be taken on the amendment.

3.4 If an amendment is carried, it becomes incorporated in the original motion and the proposer of the amendment may assume the role of proposer of the motion if they wish. The amended motion is then proposed in place of the original.

3.5 Motions shall take effect upon the adjournment of the meeting (unless otherwise stated in the motion). No motion shall be self-referential, or designed to entail paradox within the constitution or standing orders of the EUTC.

3.6 All motions shall be governed by the voting rules as outlined in section B8 below.

===4.0 Procedure:===

4.1 If an amendment is put forward, the proposer of the amendment shall speak first, followed by the proposer of the original motion. If a direct negative is put forward, the proposer of the motion shall speak first, followed by the challenger.

4.2 Points of order (relating to the rules of this document) shall be addressed to the chair who shall make a ruling as necessary. Only members raising a point of order to the chair and the chair may interrupt the current speaker.

4.3 Any member may put a motion to a vote at any point in a meeting. The chair shall then make a ruling or request a show of hands. On moving to a vote, both sides shall sum up, in reverse order from which they originally spoke, both sides may waive their right to do so. Only points of order may be raised at this stage. The result of the vote must be recorded in the minutes.

4.4 Any member consistently contravening the Standing Orders or Constitution of the EUTC or deliberately obstructing the passage of the meeting; may be asked to leave by the chair. The member asked may propose a motion allowing them to remain; simple majority shall decide this.

4.5 Any member given the floor shall have the right to be heard without undue interference.

==Section B==

===1.0 Conduct:===

1.1 All members shall make best endeavours to act in the long-term interests of the EUTC and any building(s) it occupies whilst on company business. The committee may require or prevent activities on this basis. Any decision taken under this clause may be overruled by vote against at a meeting of the company. Where a show’s priorities are opposed to those of the EUTC, the EUTC shall take precedence.

1.2 Additional Health and Safety measures. All members of the EUTC shall behave in accordance with any Health and Safety guidelines as specified by the committee. This is additional to the legal HSE requirement of the constitution section 8.1.

1.3 Duty of Information: all production teams shall seek the advice of the committee on significant or unusual activity relating to their show prior to proposing and/or undertaking such activity. All members must act openly and honestly whilst giving information to a meeting of the company.

===2.0 Show Proposals:===

2.1 Any member may propose to direct, produce, stage-manage or tech a show.

2.2 All proposed shows must have a director, a producer, a stage manager and a technician. For Lunchtimes only, the producer and the stage manager is allowed to be the same person.

2.3 All shows and festivals, except lunchtime and extraordinary proposals, must be proposed and selected at a General Meeting of the EUTC. All meetings where shows are to be selected must be announced with at least two weeks notice.

2.4 Any member may stand to fill vacant posts within a production team at any meeting of the company.

2.5 Positions on a proposal must be filled by a company member at the time of the proposal deadline. Failure to ensure this, or any subsequent change to the proposal form without the consent of the committee, renders the proposal late. If the positions have not been filled by the selection meeting the proposal is void.

2.6 Before any show may be put forward to preference vote it must have passed a production merit vote. (See clause 8.0 below). The criteria for this vote are: i): is the production team of sufficient competence to fulfil their proposal? ii): Is the production of sufficient artistic value? iii): Will the production operate in the best long-term interests of the EUTC?

===3.0 Shows:===

3.1 A Lunchtime is a single performance of a dramatic production, which takes place on a Wednesday Lunchtime. An extra performance may take place if the show has sound grounds for doing so. The committee shall be competent to decide this and shall allot a time for the performance to take place. Any motion to overrule their decision shall come in the form of a vote against the committee’s decision at a meeting of the company.

3.2 A Mainterm is a dramatic production that takes place in an early evening slot, allotted to it by the EUTC. It may have no fewer than three performances. If deemed practical by the committee a Mainterm may also apply for a matinee slot. Any motion to overrule their decision shall come in the form of a vote against the committee’s decision at a meeting of the company. The production team shall indicate the length of run at the time of proposal. Any change to the run shall be proposed at a company meeting not less than three weeks before the run begins. This cannot affect any other pre-arranged EUTC event.

3.3 An extraordinary show is any production, which could not reasonably meet the above criteria. This is to be decided by the chair of the company meeting. If any member objects to the ruling of the chair, a vote is conducted against the chair’s ruling. Any proposal for an extraordinary show that clashes with another EUTC show or event is declared void. The organiser (who shall be the producer in the first instance) of the affected show or event may choose to waive this right.

3.4 The number of slots having been decided at a committee meeting, a preference system (see clause 8.0 below) incorporating each show on its merits shall be used on all proposals submitted before the advertised deadline. In order of preference, accepted shows shall choose their preferred slot from those available. If unfilled slots remain, the preference system shall be used on any shows submitted after the deadline and the remaining slots allocated in order of preference. Shows may swap slots by mutual consent at this stage, or withdraw their proposal.

3.5 If a slot falls vacant for any reason, or circumstances substantially alter the performance conditions of a slot, the committee may reopen the slot selection procedure, strictly on the order of the original preference vote, ignoring any shows that no longer require a slot. Their decision for or against may be reversed by the passing of a motion at a meeting of the company.

===4.0 Production Guidelines:===

4.1 All shows shall follow the production guidelines at all times. All members of the production team are jointly and severally liable for any failure to comply in this matter.

4.2 The productions manager shall be responsible for creating and distributing the production guidelines, following advice from the committee. They must use best endeavours to do so.

4.3 The productions manager shall ensure these are up to date prior to a General Meeting of the company. A set of production guidelines must be ratified at a general meeting of the company at least once a year.

4.4 Producers are responsible for obtaining the guidelines and briefing their team. They shall use best endeavours to do so.

4.5 The Chair may temporarily suspend an article of the production guidelines if they believe it is in the best interests of the EUTC to do so. The suspension must be of fixed duration and cannot in any case extend beyond the next General Meeting of the company.

===5.0 Fringe:===

5.1 The Fringe Venue Manager shall propose a motion to decide the number of slots available to EUTC productions at any General Meeting of the company prior to the AGM.

5.2 A preference vote shall be used to select EUTC Fringe productions under all circumstances, following the passing of a production merit vote.

5.3 The EUTC President, Accounts Clerk, outgoing Fringe Venue Manager and the EUSA Office Bearer will interview the Fringe Venue Manager. In the event of conflicts of interest the remaining members of this panel may select a replacement member.

5.4 The EUTC President, Accounts Clerk, Fringe Venue Manager and EUSA Office Bearer, together with others as deemed appropriate by this group, will interview for the other three Fringe positions, in the event of a conflict of interest see 5.3.

5.5 The EUSA office bearer shall have the right to refer a decision made by the panel to the EUSA Finance Committee only if they feel the interview was not conducted fairly.

5.6 The Fringe Box Office Manager and Fringe Café Managers will be appointed by the Fringe Venue Manager, EUTC President and Accounts Clerk with others if deemed appropriate by this panel.

===6.0 Festivals:===

6.1 Any member may propose a Festival to be organised by the EUTC. This must be done at a General Meeting and be submitted one week prior to that meeting. Such a festival must be budgeted to cover all expenses. Voting will operate as per section 8 below.

6.2 The proposal of a festival must include a named Administrator who is responsible for the running of that festival and creating a sub committee of: a Marketing Officer, a Theatre Manager for each venue, a Technical Manager, a Box Office manager and a Café Manager (if there is to be a box office or café respectively). All persons filling these positions must be members and ratified at a company meeting.

===7.0 Procedure:===

7.1 The proposers of all shows and all persons standing for election have the right to a short speech (duration to be specified by the chair), followed by questions as directed by the chair.

===8.0 Voting:===

In the event of a two-way vote being taken, the system below shall be applied. The Single Transferable Vote shall be used in all cases where a preference vote is required. The preference vote shall be applied in all cases where more than two candidates or proposals are under consideration. In any preference vote a decision against all candidates or proposals is valid and shall be indicated by the words ‘none’ or ‘no one’ as appropriate.

8.1 The Chair shall signal that a vote is to be taken and whether it is to be by secret ballot or show of hands.

8.2 Any member may request a secret ballot. If they do so a secret ballot must be carried out.

8.3 If the motion is to be decided by show of hands, the members directly affected by the motion must leave the room.

8.4 The Chair shall appoint two vote takers from the members present, who are not directly involved in the motion under debate.

8.5 These vote-takers shall count the number of votes for and against.

8.6 In the event of there being an obvious majority in favour, the Chair may declare the motion to be ‘passed by acclaim’. Any member present may challenge this decision, at which point the votes will be counted as normal.

8.7 In the event of a secret ballot any member who wishes may observe the count.

8.8 Voting is by simple majority in committee meetings and single transferable vote in the case of show selection or appointment to posts. All other votes (unless indicated otherwise herein) are by a 2/3 majority, discounting spoiled papers. Spoiled papers shall be recorded separately.

8.9 A revote may be called if behaviour contravening the Constitution or Standing Orders has taken place before or during the vote.

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EUTC Constitution and Standing Orders

10th March 2009

1.0 Introduction

1.1: This constitution supercedes all previous constitutions. Any retyping of the constitution and standing orders must be passed by a General Meeting of the company, where the President and Secretary shall sign it as a true and fair record of the current constitution and standing orders.

1.2: The constitution and standing orders shall be available at all times to any member of the Company. Any motion passed without access to this document is invalid.

1.3: The society shall abide by any applicable laws, bye-laws and guidelines of EUSA in relation to recognised societies. This clause is compulsory.

1.4: The constitution and standing orders shall be available at all times to any member of the EUTC. Any motion passed without access to this document is invalid.
2.0 The Company

2.1 The name of the society shall be “The Edinburgh University Theatre Company,” hereinafter referred to as the EUTC or the Company. Edinburgh University Students' Association shall be referred to as EUSA. All references to academic dates pertain to those of the University of Edinburgh.

2.2 The aims of the company shall be:

2.2.1 To maintain and encourage interest in all aspects of dramatic Art within and around the University and otherwise as shall be decided on by the Company’s members.

2.2.2 To maintain and encourage new writing and the performance of productions written by members of EUTC.

2.2.3 Dissemination of theatrical knowledge through workshops and on hand learning.

2.2.4 To foster links with the community through a children’s project and hire of the venue.

2.2.5 To, where financially and practically possible, take theatre beyond the confines of the Bedlam Theatre and into the community.

2.2.6 To perform varied and regular productions in a variety of theatrical genres, to be decided on by the company.

2.2.7 To operate and run the Bedlam Theatre.

3.0 Membership

3.1 Anyone may become a member of the company, provided at least 75% of all members are currently matriculated students within the University of Edinburgh.

3.2 An Honorary President, as many Honorary Vice Presidents and up to 10 Life Members per year may be elected at a General meeting by simple majority.

3.3 Retiring presidents of the society shall become life members.

3.4 Membership shall be open to all matriculated students of Edinburgh University.

3.5 All members who are not matriculated students of Edinburgh University shall pay at least twice the annual subscription paid.

4.0 Committee

4.1 The EUTC shall be administered by a permanent committee of thirteen members: President (who shall also act as Friends of Bedlam & Alumni liaison officer), Secretary, Archivist and the Business, Productions, Venue Hire, Set, Theatre, Wardrobe, Entertainments, Technical, Marketing & Front of House Managers. The Fringe Venue Manager will also hold a voting committee position. The company may designate any additional members of the committee and positions may be created as seen fit by the company at a general meeting. The president shall hold the casting vote in all balloted decisions.

4.2 Additionally, the Previous President, until the end of the academic year for which they were elected, shall act as a non-voting committee member.

4.3 The term of office for all committee members shall be from April 1st- 31st March inclusive. In the absence of a committee member, all other committee members will fulfill the task until a person to fulfill the role is found.

4.4 If a committee member is absent from 3 committee meetings in succession, or fails to attend more than half of the committee meetings in a term, the chair of the committee meeting may declare (at no fault) that the position is vacant and may hold an election for a new committee member at any meeting of the company. Any committee member who fails a vote of confidence is considered to have forfeited their post.

The President, Secretary and Business Manager of the society shall all be matriculated students of Edinburgh University.

The President shall not hold the position of Fringe Venue Manager.

All office-bearers shall be subject to election annually.

5.0 Fringe Committee

5.1 A Fringe Venue Manager, Fringe Technical Manager, Fringe Theatre Manager and Fringe Press and Publicity Manager shall be ratified at a meeting of the EUTC. They shall form a committee responsible for appointing additional Fringe staff as required and running the EUTC’s presence at the Fringe in the best long-term interests of the EUTC. From 1st June to no later than Freshers’ Week, they shall have operational control of the EUTC and such building(s) as it occupies.
6.0 Finances

6.1 EUSA shall operate a bank account specifically on behalf of the EUTC. The signatories on this account will be the Business Manager and EUTC President, and EUSA's Vice-President (Services), EUSA’s Chief Executive and EUSA’s Support Services Manager. Cheques must be signed by one of the EUTC’s signatories and one of EUSA’s signatories. The EUTC’s Fringe Venue Manager shall be competent to act as signatory on cheques from 1st June of each year they are appointed.
6.2 The Business Manager and President of the EUTC shall be responsible for the direct administration of any approved spending, reporting to meetings as appropriate. They shall at all times behave in an open, fair and transparent manner in this regard. They shall receive all monies and have the authority to make any expenditure decisions necessary in the long-term interests of the EUTC.

6.3 Any expenditure not approved by the Business Manager, Fringe Venue Manager (cf.4.1 and 5.1) or President in advance shall be the liability of the person(s) making it. The President or Business Manager may waive this rule if the expenditure is adjudged (by them) to be in the long-term interests of the company.

6.4 The Business Manager shall be responsible for presenting a set of accounts audited by EUSA’s current auditor, together with a draft budget for the financial year, which shall then be subject to approval by the Committee.

6.5 The Alumni Liaison Officer is responsible for planning Alumni fundraising and the allocation of these funds, in conjunction with Friends of Bedlam (FOB), through the University of Edinburgh Alumni and Development Fund. Any application to the University of Edinburgh Alumni and Development Fund to access these funds must first receive the consent of the FOB committee.

6.6 Only the president, or their nominated representative shall make any application to the Development and Alumni fund on behalf of the EUTC. No application shall be made without the approval of the EUTC and FOB organisations.
7.0 Meetings

7.1 There shall be three kinds of meeting: Committee, Company and General. The quorum for Committee and Company meetings shall be three members of the Committee and two additional members, five in all. The quorum for General meetings shall be 10% of the current membership or 30 members; whichever is lower. There shall be weekly meetings of the company and committee during the duration of the semester. There shall be at least one general meeting per semester. There shall be one General Meeting between weeks 7 and 11 of semester two; which shall be the Annual General Meeting. Additional general meetings can be called by the committee, or by a petition of members equal to the quorum of a General meeting.

7.2 Committee and Company meetings shall occur at as consistent a time and place as circumstances will allow. The Secretary and President shall use reasonable endeavours to publicise the meetings to the membership. In the case of a General Meeting this shall take place no later than two weeks before the scheduled meeting.

7.3 Decisions of meetings are proposed in the form of motions. These motions shall be within the law, only General Meetings shall be deemed competent to contradict or alter the constitution or standing orders, and committee members may only be elected at a general meeting. If a committee post has been offered at a general meeting and remains or becomes unfilled, an election motion may be proposed at a subsequent meeting of the company.

7.4 Voting rights are as follows: Committee Meetings: All committee members present. Company Meetings: All members present not in debt to the company General Meetings and a meeting of the company where shows are selected: all members who are not in debt to the company.

7.5 Proxy Votes: those members absent with unavoidable reason and not in debt to the company may appoint a proxy to vote on their behalf on the notice of no less than one week to a meeting of the company. A proxy vote may be requested by electronic or other remote means. All proxy votes must be recorded separately as such when they are exercised. Any member may raise an objection to a proxy vote, if so a motion in favour of granting the proxy vote must be proposed and put to a vote. These may only be exercised at a general meeting of the company.

7.6 All members must receive at least 14 days written notification of the Annual General Meeting and elections not held at the Annual General Meeting
8.0 Ethical/ Legal Status of the EUTC

8.1 The EUTC’s activities must, at all times, remain on an amateur & legal basis.

8.2 The EUTC shall pursue its goals regardless of gender, sexuality, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, marital status, disability, socio-economic background, age or religious belief. In short the EUTC shall provide equal opportunities to every member not in debt to the company to take part in its activities, to the best of its abilities.

8.3 Intellectual Property, when created by members of the company, has copyright vested with that member, and not the company. Its creator must approve all changes to this material. In the case of new writing, the producer and director of such productions must be approved by the writer, as must any later changes to these two positions.

8.4 Anybody conducting activity prohibited under this constitution shall be held responsible for their actions without fault on the part of the company.

8.5 The society has taken and will continue to take all necessary steps to ensure that our meetings, events and socials are accessible to all, irrespective of any disability.

8.6 The society has ensured and will continue to ensure that it complies with any relevant data protection legislation.

Standing Orders
Section A

1.0 The Chair:

1.1 The Chair shall be the President or their nominee, with the exception of Festival meetings, where the chair shall be the Festival administrator, or their nominees.

1.2 The meeting shall be opened by the chair at the appointed time and they shall adjourn the meeting on the completion of business or the passing of a motion to adjourn.

1.3 The Chairperson shall vacate their position and appoint a temporary nominee if they wish to take an active part in debate.

1.4 The Chair shall make rulings on all matters relevant to the constitution and standing orders. A ruling may be challenged; in which case, the chair shall vacate their position, and a motion shall be passed to appoint a nominee. A vote will be held to determine if the ruling is valid.

1.5 Any member may propose a vote of no confidence in the Chair. If the motion is passed the chair must vacate their position and a nominee of the proposer of the motion shall take their place.

2.0 Attendance:

2.1 The secretary shall maintain a record of all members present at a General Meeting or any other meeting at which show selection takes place.

2.2 Only members recorded as present, or who have obtained a proxy vote, may be issued a voting form for General or meetings of the company where shows are selected.
3.0 Motions:

3.1 Motions should be submitted to the committee for inclusion on the agenda at least a week in advance of the relevant meeting. They may however be included in ‘Any Other Competent Business’ (AOCB), or under the relevant business without notification. All motions must have a proposer and a seconder in order to be competent for discussion.

3.2 On presentation of the motion, the Chair will ask if there are any direct negatives to it, or amendments to it. In the absence of both, the motion is carried unanimously. Any member may propose an amendment, direct negative, or demand that the motion is put to vote, they shall have the same rights as the proposer of the motion.

3.3 Amendments to the motion shall be debated prior to the direct negatives, and shall be taken in turn. The proposer of the motion may accept an amendment without putting it to a vote if they wish. If a member objects to the change, a vote must be taken on the amendment.

3.4 If an amendment is carried, it becomes incorporated in the original motion and the proposer of the amendment may assume the role of proposer of the motion if they wish. The amended motion is then proposed in place of the original.

3.5 Motions shall take effect upon the adjournment of the meeting (unless otherwise stated in the motion). No motion shall be self-referential, or designed to entail paradox within the constitution or standing orders of the EUTC.

3.6 All motions shall be governed by the voting rules as outlined in section B8 below.
4.0 Procedure:

4.1 If an amendment is put forward, the proposer of the amendment shall speak first, followed by the proposer of the original motion. If a direct negative is put forward, the proposer of the motion shall speak first, followed by the challenger.

4.2 Points of order (relating to the rules of this document) shall be addressed to the chair who shall make a ruling as necessary. Only members raising a point of order to the chair and the chair may interrupt the current speaker.

4.3 Any member may put a motion to a vote at any point in a meeting. The chair shall then make a ruling or request a show of hands. On moving to a vote, both sides shall sum up, in reverse order from which they originally spoke, both sides may waive their right to do so. Only points of order may be raised at this stage. The result of the vote must be recorded in the minutes.

4.4 Any member consistently contravening the Standing Orders or Constitution of the EUTC or deliberately obstructing the passage of the meeting; may be asked to leave by the chair. The member asked may propose a motion allowing them to remain; simple majority shall decide this.

4.5 Any member given the floor shall have the right to be heard without undue interference.
Section B

1.0 Conduct:

1.1 All members shall make best endeavours to act in the long-term interests of the EUTC and any building(s) it occupies whilst on company business. The committee may require or prevent activities on this basis. Any decision taken under this clause may be overruled by vote against at a meeting of the company. Where a show’s priorities are opposed to those of the EUTC, the EUTC shall take precedence.

1.2 Additional Health and Safety measures. All members of the EUTC shall behave in accordance with any Health and Safety guidelines as specified by the committee. This is additional to the legal HSE requirement of the constitution section 8.1.

1.3 Duty of Information: all production teams shall seek the advice of the committee on significant or unusual activity relating to their show prior to proposing and/or undertaking such activity. All members must act openly and honestly whilst giving information to a meeting of the company.
2.0 Show Proposals:

2.1 Any member may propose to direct, produce, stage-manage or tech a show.

2.2 All proposed shows must have a director, a producer, a stage manager and a technician. For Lunchtimes only, the producer and the stage manager is allowed to be the same person.

2.3 All shows and festivals, except lunchtime and extraordinary proposals, must be proposed and selected at a General Meeting of the EUTC. All meetings where shows are to be selected must be announced with at least two weeks notice.

2.4 Any member may stand to fill vacant posts within a production team at any meeting of the company.

2.5 Positions on a proposal must be filled by a company member at the time of the proposal deadline. Failure to ensure this, or any subsequent change to the proposal form without the consent of the committee, renders the proposal late. If the positions have not been filled by the selection meeting the proposal is void.

2.6 Before any show may be put forward to preference vote it must have passed a production merit vote. (See clause 8.0 below). The criteria for this vote are: i): is the production team of sufficient competence to fulfil their proposal? ii): Is the production of sufficient artistic value? iii): Will the production operate in the best long-term interests of the EUTC?
3.0 Shows:

3.1 A Lunchtime is a single performance of a dramatic production, which takes place on a Wednesday Lunchtime. An extra performance may take place if the show has sound grounds for doing so. The committee shall be competent to decide this and shall allot a time for the performance to take place. Any motion to overrule their decision shall come in the form of a vote against the committee’s decision at a meeting of the company.

3.2 A Mainterm is a dramatic production that takes place in an early evening slot, allotted to it by the EUTC. It may have no fewer than three performances. If deemed practical by the committee a Mainterm may also apply for a matinee slot. Any motion to overrule their decision shall come in the form of a vote against the committee’s decision at a meeting of the company. The production team shall indicate the length of run at the time of proposal. Any change to the run shall be proposed at a company meeting not less than three weeks before the run begins. This cannot affect any other pre-arranged EUTC event.

3.3 An extraordinary show is any production, which could not reasonably meet the above criteria. This is to be decided by the chair of the company meeting. If any member objects to the ruling of the chair, a vote is conducted against the chair’s ruling. Any proposal for an extraordinary show that clashes with another EUTC show or event is declared void. The organiser (who shall be the producer in the first instance) of the affected show or event may choose to waive this right.

3.4 The number of slots having been decided at a committee meeting, a preference system (see clause 8.0 below) incorporating each show on its merits shall be used on all proposals submitted before the advertised deadline. In order of preference, accepted shows shall choose their preferred slot from those available. If unfilled slots remain, the preference system shall be used on any shows submitted after the deadline and the remaining slots allocated in order of preference. Shows may swap slots by mutual consent at this stage, or withdraw their proposal.

3.5 If a slot falls vacant for any reason, or circumstances substantially alter the performance conditions of a slot, the committee may reopen the slot selection procedure, strictly on the order of the original preference vote, ignoring any shows that no longer require a slot. Their decision for or against may be reversed by the passing of a motion at a meeting of the company.
4.0 Production Guidelines:

4.1 All shows shall follow the production guidelines at all times. All members of the production team are jointly and severally liable for any failure to comply in this matter.

4.2 The productions manager shall be responsible for creating and distributing the production guidelines, following advice from the committee. They must use best endeavours to do so.

4.3 The productions manager shall ensure these are up to date prior to a General Meeting of the company. A set of production guidelines must be ratified at a general meeting of the company at least once a year.

4.4 Producers are responsible for obtaining the guidelines and briefing their team. They shall use best endeavours to do so.

4.5 The Chair may temporarily suspend an article of the production guidelines if they believe it is in the best interests of the EUTC to do so. The suspension must be of fixed duration and cannot in any case extend beyond the next General Meeting of the company.

5.0 Fringe:

5.1 The Fringe Venue Manager shall propose a motion to decide the number of slots available to EUTC productions at any General Meeting of the company prior to the AGM.

5.2 A preference vote shall be used to select EUTC Fringe productions under all circumstances, following the passing of a production merit vote.

5.3 The EUTC President, Accounts Clerk, outgoing Fringe Venue Manager and the EUSA Office Bearer will interview the Fringe Venue Manager. In the event of conflicts of interest the remaining members of this panel may select a replacement member.

5.4 The EUTC President, Accounts Clerk, Fringe Venue Manager and EUSA Office Bearer, together with others as deemed appropriate by this group, will interview for the other three Fringe positions, in the event of a conflict of interest see 5.3.

5.5 The EUSA office bearer shall have the right to refer a decision made by the panel to the EUSA Finance Committee only if they feel the interview was not conducted fairly.

5.6 The Fringe Box Office Manager and Fringe Café Managers will be appointed by the Fringe Venue Manager, EUTC President and Accounts Clerk with others if deemed appropriate by this panel.

6.0 Festivals:

6.1 Any member may propose a Festival to be organised by the EUTC. This must be done at a General Meeting and be submitted one week prior to that meeting. Such a festival must be budgeted to cover all expenses. Voting will operate as per section 8 below.

6.2 The proposal of a festival must include a named Administrator who is responsible for the running of that festival and creating a sub committee of: a Marketing Officer, a Theatre Manager for each venue, a Technical Manager, a Box Office manager and a Café Manager (if there is to be a box office or café respectively). All persons filling these positions must be members and ratified at a company meeting.

7.0 Procedure:

7.1 The proposers of all shows and all persons standing for election have the right to a short speech (duration to be specified by the chair), followed by questions as directed by the chair.

8.0 Voting:

In the event of a two-way vote being taken, the system below shall be applied. The Single Transferable Vote shall be used in all cases where a preference vote is required. The preference vote shall be applied in all cases where more than two candidates or proposals are under consideration. In any preference vote a decision against all candidates or proposals is valid and shall be indicated by the words ‘none’ or ‘no one’ as appropriate.

8.1 The Chair shall signal that a vote is to be taken and whether it is to be by secret ballot or show of hands.

8.2 Any member may request a secret ballot. If they do so a secret ballot must be carried out.

8.3 If the motion is to be decided by show of hands, the members directly affected by the motion must leave the room.

8.4 The Chair shall appoint two vote takers from the members present, who are not directly involved in the motion under debate.

8.5 These vote-takers shall count the number of votes for and against.

8.6 In the event of there being an obvious majority in favour, the Chair may declare the motion to be ‘passed by acclaim’. Any member present may challenge this decision, at which point the votes will be counted as normal.

8.7 In the event of a secret ballot any member who wishes may observe the count.

8.8 Voting is by simple majority in committee meetings and single transferable vote in the case of show selection or appointment to posts. All other votes (unless indicated otherwise herein) are by a 2/3 majority, discounting spoiled papers. Spoiled papers shall be recorded separately.

8.9 A revote may be called if behaviour contravening the Constitution or Standing Orders has taken place before or during the vote.

User:Amar

2008-12-15T17:24:27Z

Amar:

Alistair Marshall:
http://www.thatscottishengineer.co.uk

Whilst I do little with the building these days, my main activities revolve around maintaining the wiki and impamp

Main Page

2008-12-15T17:22:54Z

Amar: /* Disclamer */

[[Image:IMGP0219.jpg|thumb|350px|The Bedlam Theatre]]Welcome to the Bedlam Wiki. It is hoped that this will become a valuable resource for all [[EUTC]] and Bedlam Theatre matters.

===How does it work?===

Basically this is an online resource which is editable by anybody that has registered.

Simply click EDIT at the top of the screen to edit an article.

If an article doesn't exist then you can create it - simply search for an article - if it doesn't already exist you will be invited to create it! Easy!

Here are a few links to look at...

* [[A to Z]]
* [[How To]]
* [[Guide to Building|Building Guide]]
* [[Special:Allpages|All Pages]]
* [[Special:Categories|Categories]]

===How do I sign up?===

Signing up has been disabled due to spammers but we still want your contributions. Please email [http://www.thatscottishengineer.co.uk Alistair] or one of the [[EUTC Wiki:Administrators|other admins]] (including the [[Secretary]] and [[Tech manager]]) your full name and the user name you want.

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===Disclamer===

Please be aware that this online community does not speak for, or on behalf of the [[Edinburgh University Theatre Company]] or individuals with current, previous or past responsibility or any of current, previous, past or [[life members]]. Any comments contained within are purely those of the author and not of the company or of any individual.

There is no restriction nor moderation on this wiki - if you see a mistake, please correct it. If you see something inappropriate / libellous then please remove it.

There are some articles that require clean-up including:
Those [[:Category:OutofDate|out of date]], [[:Category:Add_more|requiring more information]] and some that [[:Category:Merge_me|require merging]]

'''Have you got any suggestions? Email [mailto:webmaster@bedlamtheatre.co.uk the webmaster] or [http://www.thatscottishengineer.co.uk Alistair]'''

Main Page

2008-12-15T17:22:28Z

Amar: /* Disclamer */

[[Image:IMGP0219.jpg|thumb|350px|The Bedlam Theatre]]Welcome to the Bedlam Wiki. It is hoped that this will become a valuable resource for all [[EUTC]] and Bedlam Theatre matters.

===How does it work?===

Basically this is an online resource which is editable by anybody that has registered.

Simply click EDIT at the top of the screen to edit an article.

If an article doesn't exist then you can create it - simply search for an article - if it doesn't already exist you will be invited to create it! Easy!

Here are a few links to look at...

* [[A to Z]]
* [[How To]]
* [[Guide to Building|Building Guide]]
* [[Special:Allpages|All Pages]]
* [[Special:Categories|Categories]]

===How do I sign up?===

Signing up has been disabled due to spammers but we still want your contributions. Please email [http://www.thatscottishengineer.co.uk Alistair] or one of the [[EUTC Wiki:Administrators|other admins]] (including the [[Secretary]] and [[Tech manager]]) your full name and the user name you want.

----

===Disclamer===

Please be aware that this online community does not speak for, or on behalf of the [[Edinburgh University Theatre Company]] or individuals with current, previous or past responsibility or any of current, previous, past or [[life members]]. Any comments contained within are purely those of the author and not of the company or of any individual.

There is no restriction nor moderation on this wiki - if you see a mistake, please correct it. If you see something inappropriate / libellous then please remove it.

There are some articles that require clean-up including:
Those [[:Category:OutofDate|out of date]], [[:Category:Add_more|requiring more information]] and some that [[:Category:Merge_Me|require merging]]

'''Have you got any suggestions? Email [mailto:webmaster@bedlamtheatre.co.uk the webmaster] or [http://www.thatscottishengineer.co.uk Alistair]'''

Café Staffing Guidelines

2008-12-15T17:16:47Z

Amar: /* To Cash up */

*Put the grills on the landing on the stairs opposite the box office.
*Turn all the lights, water heaters, chillers etc. on.
*Sweep the café floor and behind the servery, then set out the tables and stools.
*Set out the chocolate bars, sweets and crisps (restocking if necessary).
*Restock the chiller with cans if necessary.
*Put the coffee machine on.
*Check there is milk (and it hasn’t gone off). If there isn’t any, go and buy some with money from the till, making sure the receipt is put in the till afterwards.
*Write the prices on the blackboard.

==Once the building is open==
*Make sure everything goes through the till in the right category.
*Press the price (in pence) then the category – sweets/snacks, cold drinks etc. Once all the items have been rung through press Subtotal. Then enter the amount they have given you and press cash. The amount of change you need to give them will show on the display.
*Do the washing up and clean the tables.

==To Cash up==
{{ OutofDate }}

''This has probably changed, can someone who knows how the new till works please fix? --[[User:Amar|amar]] 17:16, 15 December 2008 (UTC)''
*Turn the key to X1/Z1 then 9 then Cash. This produces a big receipt and has the z-reading on it.
*Count the money and fill out a cash up sheet. Remember to deduct all expenses (milk etc) and include the receipt in the money bag.
*Enter the z-reading onto the cash-up sheet and calculate the discrepancy between what you have and what you should have.
*Sign the sheet and put the money into money bags along with a piece of paper saying café takings, the total amount, the date, the show and how many bags of money there are.

==To close up==
*Empty the bins.
*Put the chocolate and sweets away.
*Turn everything off.
*Make sure all the surfaces are clean then stack the tables away.

Café Staffing Guidelines

2008-12-15T17:16:34Z

Amar:

*Put the grills on the landing on the stairs opposite the box office.
*Turn all the lights, water heaters, chillers etc. on.
*Sweep the café floor and behind the servery, then set out the tables and stools.
*Set out the chocolate bars, sweets and crisps (restocking if necessary).
*Restock the chiller with cans if necessary.
*Put the coffee machine on.
*Check there is milk (and it hasn’t gone off). If there isn’t any, go and buy some with money from the till, making sure the receipt is put in the till afterwards.
*Write the prices on the blackboard.

==Once the building is open==
*Make sure everything goes through the till in the right category.
*Press the price (in pence) then the category – sweets/snacks, cold drinks etc. Once all the items have been rung through press Subtotal. Then enter the amount they have given you and press cash. The amount of change you need to give them will show on the display.
*Do the washing up and clean the tables.

==To Cash up==
{{ Out of date }}

''This has probably changed, can someone who knows how the new till works please fix? --[[User:Amar|amar]] 17:16, 15 December 2008 (UTC)''
*Turn the key to X1/Z1 then 9 then Cash. This produces a big receipt and has the z-reading on it.
*Count the money and fill out a cash up sheet. Remember to deduct all expenses (milk etc) and include the receipt in the money bag.
*Enter the z-reading onto the cash-up sheet and calculate the discrepancy between what you have and what you should have.
*Sign the sheet and put the money into money bags along with a piece of paper saying café takings, the total amount, the date, the show and how many bags of money there are.

==To close up==
*Empty the bins.
*Put the chocolate and sweets away.
*Turn everything off.
*Make sure all the surfaces are clean then stack the tables away.

Techbox

2008-12-15T17:13:41Z

Amar: /* Guide to Techbox */

{{OutofDate}}

[[Image:Techbox.jpg|right|thumb|350px|The Techbox]]

This is the domain of the Techies and it contains the [[Sound Rack|Amps]], [[Sound Desk]], [[Lighting Desk]] and other assorted stuff. Technically (ho ho) we shouldn’t store anything on the top of the tech box but it is quite a useful place so just try to be careful with it. You can walk on the top of the tech box but try to stand on the beams. The panic alarm is connected to the white boxes along the front of the tech box and will flash red if it' activated. If this happens run down to the box office to help them. These boxes flash green for normal phonecalls.

== Guide to Techbox ==

There are lots of cool and shinny things in the techbox

As you enter the techbox from stage right, under the desk is a power transformer that powers the intercoms, [[doorbell]] and panic alarm see [[communication]]

On top of the desk is the [[Lighting Desk]] including central unit, monitor, keyboard and the faders.

Behind the lighting desk is a whole load of boxes
*the first black box controls the doorbell. When the yellow LED is lit, the [[doorbell]] will work, flick the switch and it doesn't
*the next box ...
{{ Add more }}

== History of Techbox==

{{ Add more }}

The techbox was built ''bla bla bla'', Floor was instaled to stop people falling ''blab bla bla funny story, we all laugh -this should probably be done by someone that was around at the time''. Helena then repainted the techbox in 2008. Good for her.

== Recarpeting the Tech Box==

The Tech Box was recarpeted by Heather and Claire during fringe 2005. This made the tech box a lovely place top be for about 3 seconds before it got minging again. Seriously, it looks fab now, if anyone ever does it again they may find a happy letter under one of the tiles.

Techbox

2008-12-15T17:13:20Z

Amar: /* History of Techbox */

{{OutofDate}}

[[Image:Techbox.jpg|right|thumb|350px|The Techbox]]

This is the domain of the Techies and it contains the [[Sound Rack|Amps]], [[Sound Desk]], [[Lighting Desk]] and other assorted stuff. Technically (ho ho) we shouldn’t store anything on the top of the tech box but it is quite a useful place so just try to be careful with it. You can walk on the top of the tech box but try to stand on the beams. The panic alarm is connected to the white boxes along the front of the tech box and will flash red if it' activated. If this happens run down to the box office to help them. These boxes flash green for normal phonecalls.

== Guide to Techbox ==

There are lots of cool and shinny things in the techbox

As you enter the techbox from stage right, under the desk is a power transformer that powers the intercoms, [[doorbell]] and panic alarm see [[communication]]

On top of the desk is the [[Lighting Desk]] including central unit, monitor, keyboard and the faders.

Behind the lighting desk is a whole load of boxes
*the first black box controls the doorbell. When the yellow LED is lit, the [[doorbell]] will work, flick the switch and it doesn't
*the next box ...

== History of Techbox==

{{ Add more }}

The techbox was built ''bla bla bla'', Floor was instaled to stop people falling ''blab bla bla funny story, we all laugh -this should probably be done by someone that was around at the time''. Helena then repainted the techbox in 2008. Good for her.

== Recarpeting the Tech Box==

The Tech Box was recarpeted by Heather and Claire during fringe 2005. This made the tech box a lovely place top be for about 3 seconds before it got minging again. Seriously, it looks fab now, if anyone ever does it again they may find a happy letter under one of the tiles.

Auditorium

2008-12-15T17:10:55Z

Amar:

[[Category:The Building]]

=== Stage ===

see [[stage]]

=== Seating ===

'''History'''

Prior to the replacement of the seating in May-June 2008, it consisted of 90 ex-cinema chairs which were bought from the ABC in Spring 2001. They were installed a couple of weeks prior to fringe 2001 and it took six people who knew what they were doing three long days to do it.

The trick to putting them in was to assemble them a chair at a time and get the backs to line up properly. They didn't quite fit because they were designed to be on a curve but it worked; up to a point.

When removing them you need to make sure you don't lose any of the springs because if you don’t have the spring in the seats have a tendency to fall out.

The seats were depreciated over five years and were due for renewal in 2006 but we didn't have the money.

=== Rake ===

'''History'''

The rake was installed just before fresher's week 1989 and was completed at 8:55 on the Monday of fresher’s week. Trap doors to get under the rake are located beside the door to the toilets under a lift up flap and in the little alcove through the cupboard, by the cafe entrance. The space under the rake is the only part of the building that is always warm but it's so dark, full of dust and its where the sub lives, so you’ll not want to spend much time down there. Spare parts for the old chairs were also kept there in black plastic bags but have been sold/thrown out in Mid-2008.

'''Renovation Work 2008'''

Because the seats were finally being replaced the opportunity was taken to refurbish the rake. This was for 2 reasons:

1. The seating company said that they would prefer that the rake were resurfaced prior to the new seats being installed to ensure a problem free fit out. The original ply had been compromised to some degree by the hundreds of nail, screw and bolt holes that had been sunk into it over the years.

2. [[EUSA]] were willing to pay for the £850 worth of ply and £800 worth of carpet tiles in addition to the seats themselves. It was all put on depreciation over 10 years.

The refurbishment itself consisted off:

1. Removing the old carpet
2. Removing the old plywood
3. Repairing the rake's structure
4. Laying new plywood
5. Painting the new risers
5. Laying the new carpet

In total, the project took around a week and a half to complete and involved:

Alex 'Mal' Mead ([[Set Manager]] 2007-9, 2008-9, Fringe Theatre Manager 2008), Kerry O'Herlihy ([[Theatre Manager]] 2007-8), Dave Larking ([[Theatre Manager]] 2006-7), Alex Engel ([[Theatre Manager]] 2005-6, Fringe Theatre Manager 2006), Alistair Marshall, Felic Trench ([[Librarian]] 2007-?), Cat Hobart ([[Theatre Manager]] 2008-9, Fringe Cafe Manager 2008), Neale Dutton (Fringe Technical Manager 2007, [[Technical Manager]] 2007-8) Becs Kamp (Fringe Sponsorship Manager 2007, Fringe Press & Publicity 2008), Sam Hansford (Fringe Technical Manager 2008, [[Entertainments Manager]] 2008-9, Imps Tech Manager (2008-9), Gordon Nimo-Smith.

''Notes on the repairing of the rake''

The rake was 19 years old and had been subjected to significant changes in temperature. Consequently, some of the beams had warped and twisted. Where necessary these were replaced though this was the exception rather than the rule.

Additionally, because power tools weren't an option in 1989 the rake was glued and nailed together. Wood will shrink over time and in many instance the nails had failed to function. The glue had also failed in some areas. This was remedied by the use of over 200 3x10 quicksilver screws. In particular the front joints that connect to the risers were reinforced.

Though the structure of the rake itself in terms of it's design was often perfectly sound, in places however, it was necessary to slightly re-engineered the framework so as to better support the weight. Notably, the area stage right adjacent to the rear of the cupboard required a denser structure than was originally present.

Amongst the more unpleasant things encountered during the project were a mouse skeleton and a considerable quantity of mouse and possibly rat droppings. Some of the programmes and ticket stubs dating back to the early 1980s can be found in the [[archive]].

=== Stage Cupboard ===

The stage cupboard wall can be easily removed to give additional entrances and it has been used to give an orchestra pit in the past. A 10' x 8' black serge cloth was purchased to cover the hole for shows which didn't want a pit. The piano was bought in 1988 and legend has it that it looked quite good when new. The candle holders were removed for use in a show and never reattached. How the top was damaged is unknown. The varnish was stripped off the top and sides for a lunchtime in 2001 and then re-stained a reddish colour but never re-varnished. It was last retuned for fringe 1994. Since then the insides were removed fringe 2002 to make it into a piece of set only. The stage cupboard is the only place which we’re technically allowed to store untreated wood because it is fully enclosed by solid walls which would supposedly take a while to burn through.

=== Scene Dock ===

This is basically an additional storage area for set, you need to be careful that the doors will still close and nothing can fall and block the fire exit. The walls are just plaster board and as such are quite brittle as can be seen by the holes in them. Apparently on the inside of the SL wall there are messages from the people who built the auditorium. The doors were built two days before fringe 1997 when the fire officer requested them, he was not popular that day. The water stopcocks can also be found here, one feeds to the main FoH water supplies and the other feeds the boiler. I don't know which is which. The floor of the scene dock is also home to a few sheets of metal used when trying to make the seats in the auditorium moveable... it didn't work.

=== Cafe Entrance Corridor ===

Formally known as the disabled access corridor, this is really just a passageway that runs from the [[cafe]] to the front of the seating rake. It is now the main entrance to the auditorium after the small steps were boarded up for [[fridge]] 2007.

There is an alcove behind the door to the cupboard in which lives the vacuum cleaners. Also in the cupboard is a small hole that leads under the seating rig. It is quite a small hole and access is easier from the other side of the auditorium. The walls are plasterboard and tend to have people kick holes in them. The Auditorium side of this wall has been patched with hardboard to cover hold in the plaster board.

A to Z

2008-12-15T17:09:49Z

Amar:

[[Category:TheatreManagersManual]]

__NOTOC__

[[#A|A]]
[[#B|B]]
[[#C|C]]
[[#D|D]]
[[#E|E]]
[[#F|F]]
[[#G|G]]
[[#H|H]]
[[#I|I]]
[[#J|J]]
[[#K|K]]
[[#L|L]]
[[#M|M]]
[[#N|N]]
[[#O|O]]
[[#P|P]]
[[#Q|Q]]
[[#R|R]]
[[#S|S]]
[[#T|T]]
[[#U|U]]
[[#V|V]]
[[#W|W]]
[[#X|X]]
[[#Y|Y]]
[[#Z|Z]]

== A ==

==== Abus ====
Brand of padlocks Bedlam uses for both standard and alcohol locks on the [[café]] and the fire exit and main door security. Typically, the corresponding keys should only come in two sizes, however a load exist on the TM keys to which there don't appear to be any locks. Each padlock should have a number on it, so if you take the padlock to a locksmith, you should be able to get more padlocks/keys that are the same lock.

==== Actors ====
:See [[Actor]]s

==== Adam House ====
:See [[Other theatres#Adam House| Other theatres: Adam House]]

==== AGM - Annual General Meeting ====
Outgoing [[committee]] reports explaining what they have done during their year are given. The [[committee]] for the coming year is elected. Fringe shows are proposed and selected. Any other large motions affecting the running of the company are proposed and debated. Loads of talk happens about the constitution. Bring a pen, a book and a crate of booze.

==== AJ ====
:See [[Tools#AJ| Tools: AJ]]

==== Archivist ====
:See [[Committee#Archivist| Committee: Archivist]]

==== Argument ====
:See [[#AGM - Annual General Meeting|AGM]], [[Current events#Regular Events|Company meetings]], [[Pubs]] etc

==== Art ====
What the [[EUTC]] is technically all about to promote. “Art holds up a mirror to the universe” but since the universe is infinite, there is no mirror large enough therefore art is crap. (nb this is not to be confused with painting. painting is pretty.)

==== Avalon Stage Armoury ====
Have known moved to Glasgow (I think). Run by Alan Jeffreys. Make sure to phone before you go there because chances are he’ll not be in. Make sure anything borrowed gets returned on time, in a decent state and people pay promptly. He’s reasonably cheap and the only place around that hires stage armoury out.

==== Auditorium ====
:See [[Auditorium]]

== B ==

==== Banners ====
We have two wood and six canvas:
- The wood ones are:- one is a large rectangle which is used for mainterms and one is a large [[Fat Cat]] which can be used during the fringe. The mainterm one gets repainted for each show and should get painted in gloss for water proofing reasons. The banners are tied to the eyelets on the front of the building and when the fat cat gets put up the head needs to be tied to the stonework which requires climbing skills.
- The Canvas ones are for fringe use only. The hang for canvas baners is approx 4.5m and are normally hung from the towers above the red notice boards. Eyelets exist for this purpose. and comprise:
-- Two red banners that say "Bedlam" and "Theatre"
-- Two that have giant Becks bottles and Venue 49 on them. The Becks banners were part of a sponsorship deal in years past and do not have to be hung. There are/were also some Cobra banners for a similar reason.
-- Two 5m length blue Deuchas IPA with the words "Bedlam Theatre, Venue 49". Please note the 5m length for a 4.5m hang, in Fringe 2007 they were suspended on a secured scaffolding structure on top of each tower. Lighting was also put on top of each of the scaffolding structures. It worked well, however make sure you put the banners flat against the wall or they will blow out and rip out from the eyelets.

==== Barrett, Mr David ====
He is incharge of the Electrical department of Estates and Buildings. His phone number is 0131 650 2484. We should get him to organise any electrical installations we get.

==== Bedlam Red (gloss) ====
This is the colour that FoH woodwork is painted. It can be bought from Ian Russell and is called "rioja red."

==== Bins ====
There are bins through out the building with black liners in. They are never emptied unless the [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]], the [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|FoH Manager]] or the Duty Manager tells someone to do it, although any member of the company can if they like. The large bin outside the side entrance ("Claymore") gets emptied on a Monday Morning and the lid was replaced after the old one snapped off in 2001. Watch out about overloading it, the bin men can become angry. It was once filled with scrap metal and almost broke the bin lorry. The key to Claymore is the green plastic thing on the Duty Manager's keys, TM keys, and others. The FoH bins are located round the front of the building on either side of the door, they were re-located there to prevent tramp mis-use. These bins occasionally have needles left in or near them, be careful when emptying. The key to the FoH bins is the metal tab thing on the [[FoH manager]]'s keys.

==== Bin Bags ====
Readily available to company members in the cleaning cupboard, it’s amazing that some long standing members have to ask you where they are.

Don't waste them because then we have to spend money getting more when we could be spending that money on cool shit like softer bog roll or new tools or lanterns.

==== Black Light ====
:See [[Lighting Hire]]

==== Black Techie ====
:See [[Black Techie]]

==== Blackwood, Alan ====
EUSA Buildings Manager. Not Owen Quinn.

==== Bleach ====
Buy it in big 5l bottles, great for cleaning the [[toilets]] and for pouring over the backstage exit when someone has forgotten to lock it and it’s been pissed on, less of a problem now it's not a bog. Also works as a weed killer.

==== Blue Meanie ====
The Edinburgh term for Parking Attendant, they’re the nasty people who fine you if you park in the wrong place. See parking for how to get away with parking at Bedlam. They live on Chambers Street so never park here illegally because it’s the first and last place they check. They also have offices on Garden Terrace so watch out if you park here.

==== Bobbys ====
:See [[Pubs#Bobbies|Pubs: Bobbys]]

==== Bolts ====
Really useful for holding things together but you can never find a matching set. People are to be encouraged to attach nuts and washers to them when they add them to the collection.

==== Braces, Stage ====
:See: [[Braces]]

==== Brika Float ====
A yummy thing consisting of ice cream stuck in the bottom of a pint glass and Smirnoff Ice poured in on top of it. There may be stirring involved depending on how sloshed you are already and how much you really care. Invented by a strange Canadian and occasionally served in the Bedlam [[café]] on pain of loud squealy sounds.

==== Broom, Alastair ====
Part Techie, Part Author (of the 1991 revision of this manual). Complete saint and has been known to be witty on occasion.
:See: [[User:AlTheTechie]]

==== Buildings Agreement ====
:See: [[Buildings Agreement]]

==== Business Manager ====
:See: [[Business Manager]]

== C ==

==== Cable ====
Mains cable is best bought from Blacklight. Fancy cable can be bought from Farnell (See [[#Farnell|Farnell]]) or from Maplin (See [[#Maplin|Maplin]])

==== Café ====
:See [[Café]]

==== Cans/Comms ====
:See [[Comms]]
==== Cappadocia ====
:See [[Take Aways]]

==== Carpet ====
Ok, there are lots of carpets around and they were replaced in: [[Ogg Office]] 1999, Side Entrance fringe 2001, [[Auditorium]] 1998 with tiles added 2005, [[Dressing room]] 2000. Carpet is stored on the [[balcony]] under the floor of the [[workshop]] area which can be accessed by moving the steps which lead down to the scaff store. The carpet in the dressing room is guaranteed for five years against most of the stuff that happens to it but you have try to clean it with the stuff they provided first which has since been lost. The paperwork can be found in the [[Theatre Manager]]’s drawer in the guarantees section. The carpet in the side entrance and auditorium walkways are tiles so that when too much paint is spilled on them you can just replace the affected tiles.

==== Ceilidhs ====
Fun and joy! Go, go dance like a crazy person! See [http://www.teannaich.com Teannaich]

==== Central Fish and Chip Shop ====
:See [[Take Aways]]

==== Cigarettes ====
Look in the show section for "[[Production Guidelines - Lunchtimes#Fire, firearms and smoking|Smoking on stage]]" guidelines. It's amazing how many times you have to tell people not to smoke in the auditorium, especially now that smoking is illegal in the building. Make sure there is a copious amount of No Smoking signs throughout the building, even in the box office.

==== Cigars ====
For when pissed and dressed up (Or end of fringe). See [[#Cigarettes|Cigarettes]]

==== Cloth/Material ====
Can be purchased from Edinburgh Fabrics on South Clerk Street, which has the advantage of being very close and has reasonable prices (ask for student discount). If you are buying a lot it is generally worth it to go to the Cloth Shop in Leith (at the end of Broughton Road, you can walk there from Bedlam in about forty minutes) which has a better selection and can be cheaper for buying in bulk. If you need speciality fabrics there is also Mandors on East Claremont Street, but they can be pricey. Ask the wardrobe manager before buying because we have rather a lot of spare material in the costume cupboard.

==== Construction ====
This tends to be a bit of a nightmare and any major undertakings should be vetoed in the [[Theatre Manager]]’s Questionnaire stage. You need to keep an eye on people doing it because it’s amazing the number of [[actor]]s who will try and use power tools without knowing anything about what they’re doing. Construction should not happen in FoH areas without the permission of the [[Theatre Manager]] and the [[FoH Manager]]. [[Café]] furniture should not be used in construction because it gets damaged. Allowing construction in the [[Office]] is not sensible because it makes a mess and the [[president]] rarely tidies.

==== Cooker, kitchen ====

:See: [[Guide_to_Building#Cooker|Guide to Building - Cooker]]

==== Costume Cupboard ====
:See [[Costuming]] or [[Costume Cupboard]]

==== Counter, Box Office ====
:See [[Box Office#Counter|Box Office - Counter]]

== D ==

==== Degree ====

# Unit of temperature, normally low in the auditorium and too high in the office, just right in the [[café]].
# Level of education, normally gained at University. Technically this is what you’re here for, try not to forget although don’t neglect the building.

==== Desk, Office ====
We have 2 working desks! Woot!

==== Detergent ====
Buy it in big 5L containers.

==== Directors ====
Most problem sets are not due to SMs but directors demanding them and not knowing how to build them. Useful for cleaning the [[toilets]]at work ins.

==== Disabled Access ====
The only disabled access to the theatre is through the side entrance. This classes as only limited access as people can’t use it when a show is on. Make sure box office staff know to tell them to turn up 20 mins before the performance so they’re not left sitting in the rain.

==== Disabled Legislation ====
By 2003 all public buildings must have full disabled access. We should build a ramp into the main doors.

==== Disabled Seats ====
The two seats on the front row stage left are easily removes, you just have to remove the four coach bolts and they lift out in a block. It’s a lot easier than the old practice of having to take two seats apart. You just have to make sure that the box office staff reduce the number of seats available for the performance. Always make sure you know about any disabled people who book themselves in, most will because they do recognise that we have to make special provision.

==== Disabled Toilets ====
We really need to have these so we can go in the fringe programme as having disabled facilities. The legislation sets a minimum door width, the doors must open outwards and you need to be able to open them from the outside.

==== Doorbell ====
:see [[Communication#Doorbell|Communication: Doorbell]]

== E ==

==== EDC ====
Edinburgh District Council. 200 2000. For Trade Waste, Licensing, Listed Building stuff.

==== EIF ====
Edinburgh International Festival. Runs at a similar time to the Fringe but tends to be big events like opera and concerts. Finishes with the Firework concert which is held in Prince’s Street Gardens and rivals the Hogmanay display.

==== Electrical work ====
You can normally get away with minor stuff like changing light bulbs. We’re definitely not allowed to do mains wiring which is why there are a few interesting cable runs in which look like real sockets but the cable runs to a plug which gets put into a wall socket (much confusion when someone unplugs it).

==== Electrical Mishaps ====
Try not to have any. Hope the fuses blow and the PCBs work. It is possible to survive a 415V 100A shock but the odds are against you so try and be safe.

==== Electrical Rating ====
Explanation. Bedlam is supplied with a full supply of three phases (Red, Blue and Yellow - EEC rules state these are now called Live 1,2,3 and coloured Black, Grey and Brown adding to everybody's pain.) each at 100A, 240V. General building power is drawn from the Red phase.

==== Electricity Bills ====
A man comes around every so often and checks the meter and we get billed monthly. The annual bill is around £2500. Try and remember to turn the lights off.

==== Endless Loop ====
:See [[#Loop, Endless|Loop, Endless]].

==== Entertainments Manager ====
Their big job through the year is to organise the ball, but sometimes fail to understand that what your average techie wants is food followed by a celeidh with lots of booze in the middle. [[Committee#Entertainments_Manager | Committee: Entertainments Manager]]

==== Estates and Buildings ====
The department of the University that is responsible for keeping Bedlam upright and weather tight. You will probably be on the phone to them every other week getting stuff fixed. They try to be helpful but you need to get put through to the right department…. We had a problem with the boiler in the kitchen and they sent us a plumber when what it needed was an electrician and the plumber said all the pipes were fine and went away again and I had to call again to get an electrician out. (See Works Department)

==== EUSA ====
Edinburgh University Students Association is the union for Edinburgh University students. They monitor our finances and make sure we’re not being stupid with our use of the building. At the end of the year they take care of any under/over spend so often there is a spending spree just before they empty our coffers. They are also responsible to the University for maintenance to the building, they quite often get left out when you deal directly with the University so try and let them know what’s happening.

==== Exterior Floods ====
We have one Sunflood (500W) lamp above the door and two 1K floods on the roof. The 1k floods were replaced for fringe 2001 because one of the old ones had had the glass break and then a pigeon decided to make it into a nest and was electrocuted. They can be turned on using the exterior floods breaker and the exterior floods switch in the fuse cupboard. You need to turn them both on. Gelling them looks nice but they burn through very quickly.

==== Eyelets ====
Normally in short supply these are a metal loop attached to a screw. They get lost and people always come to you for them so it is worth keeping a few spares. The best place to find them is in the back of flats (See Flats).

== F ==

==== Farnell ====
Electrical and Electronic component supply company. We have a small (£10000) account with them. The catalogue gets delivered periodically so make sure you get it before it gets binned. Our account number is on the catalouge and you will need it when ordering. If you order before 3pm it should arrive the next day.

==== Filling Cabinets ====
We have four, one in the [[Ogg Office]] and two in the main office in which anyone important has a drawer. The [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]]’s drawer is useful for keeping stuff in that you think you’ll need, I normally kept a 4D Maglite, Gaffa, eyelets and proplus there. The accountant, the [[Business Manager]] and the [[President]] are the only people with keys to the cabinet in the [[Ogg Office]]. Currently the fourth cabinet is in the side entrance lobby till someone has a better place for it. The Accountant’s cabinet was new after the old one was trashed when we were broken into [[fringe]] 2001.

==== Fire ====
:See [[Fire]]

==== First Aid ====
There should be a registered first aider on duty when the building is open to the public. It is worth looking into for the Fringe as you’ll have the same staff all month. Legally there should be a first aider around whenever construction is being carried out. First aid training can be arranged from the St Andrew’s Ambulance for about £10 so it might be worth organising a session, especially for the [[committee]] because that way you would have one on duty when the building is open.

==== First Aid Boxes ====
First aid boxes should be found in the office, the box office and the café. There is currently only one public first aid box in the box office and one small first aid kit, not for the public, in the [[café]]. Blue plasters should also normally be found in the kitchen. The first aid boxes need to be monitored to keep their contents up to date, each box has a list of what it should contain on the box. You’ll find that people use up all the plasters without telling you and then complain when they can’t find any.

==== Flats ====
:See [[Flats]]

==== Flat Store ====
:See [[Balconies#Flat_Store|Balconies: Flat Store]]

==== Flooding ====
Do not- I repeat - NOT replace the cover on the drainpipe outside the back fire exit. It causes flooding, and water runs straight down into the foundations, causing the building to collapse even faster than it will already.

==== Floor Boards ====
Most of ours are pretty manky especially the ones under the stage. They are faff to replace and quite expensive.

==== Foyer Lights ====
The Lights in the foyer run off a 12V supply which also feeds the doorbell. The supply is located in the tech box. They are turned on at the switch in the box office and have a tendency to blow.

==== Fresher’s Week ====
This is when we try and sell [[EUTC]] to lots of sweet innocent things straight from high school. Try and keep the building reasonably tidy and concentrate on going out drinking, don’t let them rope you into organising anything. It is a good idea to try and make a decent first impression. There are normally shows happening and they tend to have no budget and ask for lots of favours, try and make them good because good shows attract members.

==== Fringe ====
:See [[Fringe]]

==== Fringe Venue Manager ====
:See [[Committee#Fringe_Venue_Manager|Committee: Fringe Venue Manager]]

==== Fringe Safe ====
An excellent book containing all the information you need to stay safe and legal, definitely worth a read even if you’re not doing the Fringe. Can be obtained from the Fringe Society Office on the High Street, although the Venue Manager (See [[A_to_Z#Fringe Venue Manager|Fringe Venue Manager]]) should be sent a copy. Every Fringe company used to be sent a copy but now only the venue managers get one.

==== Front of House Manager ====

:See [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|Committee: Front of House Manager]]

==== Furniture ====
This breaks down into two sections.
:# Bedlam furniture which is stuff which is used in the everyday life of the theatre so [[café]] stools, tables and the contents of the office. None of this should appear on stage.
:# Set furniture which is mainly kept on the balcony. None of this should appear in the [[café]] or office.

== G ==

==== Gaffa Tape ====
It is much like The Force, in that it has a Dark Side, a Light Side and holds the whole known universe together. Mainterms need to buy their own. You should keep a supply but don't put it all out cos it will walk. It can be bought from many suppliers, with Screwfix being about the cheapest followed by SKL and Blacklight.

==== Gas ====
We have gas powered heating and the meter gets read monthly. We normally spend £1000 yearly on heating the building, although this has risen to about £2000 by trying to keep the actors happy but it didn’t work so this practice has been abandoned…..as long as the cans in the [[café]] don’t freeze, fob them off with an it’s an old cold building and even if I put the heating on 24 hours it would make no difference story.

==== Glass ====
Glass is dangerous stuff in set construction, try and persuade them to use Perspex instead which easier to work with. You shouldn’t need to work about glass because replacing windows comes under keeping the building weather tight which the University is responsible for (See [[#Buildings Agreement|Buildings Agreement]]).

==== Gordon, Mr Jim ====
Supplies us with all our toilet supplies.

==== Grandad Tech ====

The appellation given to the most experienced tech in the room. Normally the oldest ex [[tech manager]] although in the absence of a [[tech manager]] ex [[Theatre Manager]]s may be considered. If there are none of either the title may not be used, but since that chance of there not being one in the pub this is a situation which has never arisen.

==== Greyfriar’s Bobby's Bar ====
:See [[Pubs#Bobbys|Pubs: Bobbys]]

==== Guidelines ====
:See [[Guides#Guidelines|Guides: Guidelines]]

== H ==

==== Hammers ====
:See [[Tools#Hammers|Tools: Hammers]]

==== Hardboard ====
The cheapest wood, it is little more than cardboard. It is useful for covering things although not if you want them to last. It expands when wet so can be used in a shrink to fit fashion like reskinning the stage (See Stage). It can’t really be reused because it just crumbles.

==== Heating System ====
We have a gas powered system, the schematics and instructions for use can be found in the relevant appendix. Be nasty because we can’t afford to heat the building 24/7 and even then the actors would still complain. The tank in the auditorium makes funny noises when the heating turns on or off which scares actors. It also detracts from plays so try and make sure it does not cycle when there is a play on, I spent three weeks with it turning off at 20:00 until I watched a performance and it gurgled for a minute during a quiet bit. OOPS

==== Homebase ====
Convenient DIY store. THEY DO NOT SELL BLACK MATT PAINT!!! (see [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell Paints]]). However, for all other things, not the cheapest option, but quick (especially for first year's who live in Hermit's Croft!).

==== House Lights ====
There are eight house lights which are controlled from the dimmers, usually on channel 48. They used to dim from a small box connected to a power supply halfway down the balcony on House Left next to the trip switches. The small box is still knocking about somewhere, but generally it's much easier to keep them operated from the board. The four of the house lights are wired in the others can be unplugged and moved for conversion projects.

== I ==

==== Ian Russell Paints ====
An independent paint retailer on Marchmont Road. We have an account so you don’t need cash. They keep a stock of matt black especially for us and can get anything if given enough time.

==== Igloo ====

:See [[Pubs#Dropkick Murphy's|Pubs: Dropkick Murphy's]]

==== Intercom ====
:See [[Communication#Intercoms|Communication: Intercoms]]

==== Irn Bru ====
The drink of the techie - it makes a refreshing hangover cure. Often endowed with the fabled negative number membership it’s presence can be seen in the number of 20p deposit bottles. Because of the deposit bottles it can also feed a hungry techie with the equation 6xbottle=chips.

== J ==

==== Jack, Mr David ====
The University Buildings Manager who can help with big maintenance and knowing what permits to get when you want to do things. His number is 0131 650 2475.

==== Jeffreys, Mr Alan ====
He runs Avalon Stage Armoury (See [[#Avalon Stage Armoury|Avalon Stage Armoury]]). He's now located in Glasgow, so plan ahead when thinking about getting ammunition.

== K ==

==== Kennedy, Mr Malcolm ====
Edinburgh District Council’s Building Inspector has been dealing with us for years. He understands how we run but make sure to get the building tidy before he visits. Chances are you will only see him once, during the annual licence inspection but if you change the layout of the theatre like with an auditorium conversion he needs to get a set of plans before you do it and to come and inspect it after you’re finished.

==== Keys ====
:See [[Keys]]

== L ==

==== Leaks ====
:See Heidegger's Theory

==== Leatherman ====
The techies [[#Multitool|multitool]] of choice, there are several main types with the “Supertool” being favourite with the older techs and “Wave” more popular with newer techs. The “Wave” is prettier and more ergo dynamic than the larger “Supertool”. In function they differ little, having a good set of pliers, two blades, one straight, one serrated, a file, a saw several screwdrivers and an can/bottle opener. The “Wave” also has a very good set of scissors. Techies favour the leatherman brand due to their strength and reliability. Though watch out for Gerber multi-tools as well. Favoured more by Americans, the most popular model has spring-release quick access pliers. They're cool because they have replaceable parts, but you can only get them fixed in America.

==== License ====
The main one you need to worry about is the annual theatre license. Ours runs from May 31st for a year. Prior to this date you will be contacted by the four branches of the council who need to look at the theatre. More information can be found in the section on People & Inspections. You might also have to know about Alcohol Licenses for festivals and the fringe. The license we apply for is an Occasional Permissions which we use to turn us into a members/patrons bar. Do not let people apply for an Occasional License because you need a licensed publican which we don’t have. You need to be careful about who can drink when covered by occasional permissions, we normally try to have a policy of members and patrons only. Bedlam does not need an Entertainments License for doing film showing and stuff, we are covered by our theatre license. If you are interested in more info on licenses look in Fringe Safe which goes through all the legal stuff.

==== Licensee ====
Bedlam Theatre’s Licensee is [[EUTC]]’s [[President]]. The [[Theatre Manager]] is their responsible manager and is responsible to them for keeping the building legal. If things go tits up and people die both of you are liable and could be jailed.

==== Lighting Rig ====
Bedlam's lighting rig is 12'6" above the stage, there are 3 long bars along the auditorium and 6 bars which run across the auditorium. Along the 6 shorter bars there are additional conduit bars. From each conduit bar there hang 14 sockets. The other end of the circuits is at the patch panel (See Patch Panel, LX) It should be rehung every few years. It was last rehung Fringe '05.

==== Loop, Endless ====
:See [[#Endless Loop|Endless Loop]]

== M ==

==== Maglite ====
:See [[Tools#Maglite|Tools: Maglite]]

==== Make Up ====
We have recently been given a set of basic stage make-up. Talk to the wardrobe manager if you need it. Some shows use it for effect and few things make more mess than actors either applying or removing make-up. Just make sure the Stage Manager cleans up afterwards and warn them if they don’t realise what a mess it will make. If professional-level make-up/advice is needed the best person to contact is Sarah Cairncross (about_time_scotland@yahoo.co.uk) who is quite good.

==== Maplin ====
A techies toy store. A shop that sells electrical gubbins. They sell cable and connectors as well as all the other stuff that the [[tech manager]] might want. They are now in Gorgie. Schemie camouflage required.

==== MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) ====
A cheap wood substitute that can be used for covering areas, it normally comes in 8’x4’ pieces of varying thickness. It is popular because it is cheap (Being sawdust mixed with glue) but is tends to be brittle and if it gets wet tends to disintergrate. Because it is so brittle it really doesn’t make sensible flooring

==== Microphone Sockets ====
There are several microphone runs from the tech box to the stage cupboard. The end in the tech box can be found behind the sound equipment and the end in the stage cupboard is under the stage beside the steps.

==== Money ====
You’ll have a budget, the [[Business Manager]] can tell you how much you’ve spent. Give the [[Business Manager]] receipts and the appropriate forms and you’ll get cash if it’s less than about £30 or a cheque if it’s more than that. If you need the money quickly cheques can be made to cash but you can only cash them at the Bank of Scotland on George IV Bridge. You can get a cheque for delivery people- ask the business manager.

==== Multitool ====
:See [[Tools#Multitool|Tools: Multitool]]

==== Murray's Tool Stores ====
There are several branches of Murray’s around, they sell decent quality tools at a reasonable price as well as general hardware. They tend to give a discount to [[EUTC]] members, although it’s normally just knocking the pennies off a purchase.

== N ==

==== No ====
The most useful word in your vocabulary (See [[#Yes|Yes]]), just think how much easier your life would be if you had know this word when they asked you to be [[Theatre Manager]]. Now go find a Stage Manager to practice it on……no not the cute ones.

==== No No Nanette ====
A musical of dubious quality.

==== Nuts ====
They get lost and you can never get them to match up with [[#Bolts|bolts]]. Get people to attach them to their bolts when they’re removed from set.

== O ==

==== Opinions ====
What’s one of these then?

==== Outside Companies ====
We try and hire ourselves out because it gets money in and the members get paid for staffing. You need to watch outside companies because often they don’t have a clue as to what’s illegal. I’ve written a set of guidelines and a questionnaire for outside companies. Make sure that whoever is supervising the in knows what they’re doing (Unless you can get the job….try and get paid a technician wage for it not just the general wage). You’ll need to check the set but remember that they’re paying a lot of money so be professional and polite,

== P ==

==== Paint ====
We use lots, the main ones you’ll have to buy in are black and white matt. They can be got from Ian Russell (See [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell]]) or the Paint Shed (See [[#Paint Shed, The|Paint Shed]]) quite cheaply. Don’t let people paint the stage in gloss because it needs to be sanded down before it can be painted over.

==== Paint Brushes ====
We get through a lot of these because people are unable to was them properly. Make sure that you always have white spirit (See White Spirit) in stock so that people can wash gloss off their brushes. Be nasty and keep a couple of nice ones locked away for when you have to paint something.

==== Paint Rollers ====
These are worse than brushes for getting fucked because they are that much more effort to wash. As with brushes yell at people to do it right and make sure you’ve got a nice one locked away for when you need it.

==== Paint Shed, The ====
A large paint shop on Howe Street (Just walk down Fredrick Street and keep going). They can normally get stuff when Ian Russell can’t and are slightly cheaper but a lot further away.

==== Parking ====
Bedlam is on yellow lines,(and upon bricks because of some geordie...see Timms) currently you can load between 0930 and 1700 and park between 1830 and 0800, this means that from 0800 till 0930 and 1700 till 1830 you can’t park at all. To prevent yourself getting parking tickets you need to leave the boot of your car open so that you class as loading, you still have to return to the car every five minutes but at least you don’t get a ticket. If you need to park for longer you can call the [[#Blue Meanie|Parking Attendants]] head office and tell them you’re there officially. I’ve never actually managed to get through to them when I’ve needed to but they’ve assured me that all I need to do is call.

==== Parking Attendant ====
:See [[#Blue Meanie|Blue Meanie]]

==== Panic Button ====
:See [[Communication#Panic_Alarm|Communication: Panic Alarm]]

==== Perspex ====
Used as a glass substitute it is easier to work and a lot safer onstage. It still fractures to give sharp edges so care must be taken and any residue cleaned up. The best way to cut it is with a Stanley knife which takes work and time but persevere.

==== Photocopier ====
We have a photocopy account in the David Hume Tower copy centre (in the basement of the building, across from the creepy canteen).

==== Pigeon Holes ====
Each [[committee]] member has a pigeon hole where you can stick stuff for them, people never check them so it’s better to put notes on the board. They’re useful to use for pending (I can’t be bothered doing it right now) stuff.

==== Plasterwork ====
Most of it’s falling down so watch out what gaffa you remove. Repairing plasterwork takes a degree of skill cos you need to get it good and smooth so only let people who know what they’re doing at it. The trick to it is to build it up in thin layers and then water down the top layer so it goes on smoothly.

==== Police ====
Of limited use in moving [[#Tramps|tramps]] and should be called in the event of theft or assault. The number for St Leonard’s Street police station is 0131 662 1000 - ask for the "Operations Room" if you'd like a constable to come.

==== Posters ====
Shows make posters and they put them up, the [[FoH Manager]] normally monitors the ones FoH and the staff keep them up to date. Legally what you need is for them to be secured at all four corners. To put up posters in Uni Buildings they need to be stamped with the [[EUSA]] logo. If you’re doing them make sure that you stamp the master and photocopy it, rather than having to stamp every individual poster. If you enlarge to A3 do this before stamping because it’s obvious when you enlarge the stamp. All posters should show the [[EUTC]] logo, have the name and address of the theatre, dates and times of the show, ticket prices and the box office phone number.

==== President ====
:See [[President]]

==== Press and Publicity Officer ====
:See [[Marketing Manager]]

==== Printer, Box Office ====
:See [[Box Office]]

==== Productions Manager ====
:See [[Productions Manager]]

== Q ==

==== Quinn, Mr Owen ====
Owen Quinn used to be the [[EUSA]]Buildings Manager, so you may hear some stories about him. He is no longer with us (in the context of EUSA, rather than this temporal world). Take this as you will.

== R ==

==== Red, Rioja/Bedlam (gloss) ====
The colour of red that FoH is painted.

==== Refuse Collection ====
The large 1100L bin (Claymore) outside the [[Ogg Office]] is emptied every Monday, I’ve found that is the best day cos most of the rubbish is created during work-ins on Sundays. During the [[fringe]] you need to get it emptied more often, just call Trade Waste. It was replaced in 2001 because the lid snapped off. It now locks which is something of an inconvenience because people just dump bin bags rather than going and getting the key. The key is just a green plastic thing. Lots of annoying people around tend to stick stuff in the bin if it’s not locked so you’ve got to work out which problem annoys you more.

==== Rostra ====
Bedlam has lots, mainly in standard sizes which is useful. Every time they are used they need to be tested for structural integrity. They are stored on the SR balcony and you’ll probably have trouble finding all the right bits if you’re new to the job.

==== Rubber Gloves ====
We get through an extraordinary number of pairs, it’s normally worth keeping a couple of pairs of extra thick ones for outside. A supply of disposable gloves is useful too but be aware that some people are allergic to latex ones.

== S ==

==== Scaffolding ====
Building scaff correctly is an art form, the trick to it is to build it as strong as possible with as little scaff as possible, using the appropriate clamps (See [[#Scaff Clamps|Scaff Clamps]]), use common sense and get someone who knows what they’re doing. When in doubt build it then jump on it, if it breaks you can probably work out what’s wrong then rebuild it.

==== Scaff Clamps ====
There are several main types of scaff clamps.
:# Right angle: Simple and strong for joining scaff at right angles.
:# Swivel: Simple, not as strong as a right angle but can hold scaff at any angle.
:# Pucklok: Also called a hook clamp, this one should not be used for structural stuff but is a nice simple one for hanging things with.
:# Clamshell: Simple and gives a neat join, you tighten both sides of the clamp with one bolt
:# Band & Plate: Another nice simple one for joining scaff at right angles Bedlam owns lots of these but you need to put the bits together right to give it strength.
:# Sleeve Joint: For joining scaff end on, they tend to get deformed easily and are the most likely clamp to have the nuts stick.
:You can make your life a lot easier by using the right type.

==== Scaff Spanner ====
:see [[Tools#Podger|Tools: Podger]]

==== Scottish Power ====
The people we buy our gas and electricity from, they send people around every month to read the meter, it’s amazing how often I’ve seen the meter men considering how little I’m in office hours.

==== Screwfix ====
They sell all sorts of hardware cheaply. They sell by catalogue and you can get them to bill us. The stuff isn’t fancy but it works.

==== Screwdriver ====
Boring thing for putting screws into bits of wood, there are two main types to worry about, slot and crosshead. With crosshead coming in PoziDrive and Phillips. Techies tend to prefer pozi because you get a better grip. If using a powered driver (See [[#SPT|SPT]]) try not to use slotted screws because you will find that unless you get the exact centre of the screw you will lose grip.

==== Screws ====
The device of choice for holding bits of wood together. Bedlam only seems to stock big or really big screws, finding 1" or smaller screws is difficult. If you don’t know how to use screws yet there’s something wrong.

==== Secretary ====
:See [[Secretary]]

==== Security Grills ====
The Security Grills which obstruct the servery are mainly there to stop Company members from helping themselves. It is possible to unscrew the fixings if you ever really need to but is probably not worth the effort. When we have alcohol stored there are larger “Alcohol” padlocks which can be used. This further restricts the number of people who can access the [[servery]].

==== Set ====
Stuff that goes onstage.
:See [[Set]]

====Set Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Set Manager| Committee: Set Manager]]

==== Sewing Machine ====
There are two broken sewing machines in Bedlam (one black Singer, one light green...something). They are good for set but not for actual sewing although if anyone would like to try and fix them I am well up for that. There is one working sewing bought by Colleen Patterson during her stint as wardrobe manager 06/07, which is a JL100, very easy to use but shouldn't be used by anyone who isn't the wardrobe manager or someone trusted by the wardrobe manager.

==== Show Switch ====
This really useful device can be found in the [[tech box]], it is used for when a show is on. Turning it on causes a red LED above the side [[auditorium]] door to turn on which says show in progress and it silences the intercom in the [[tech box]]. Instead the [[Internal_Building_Communications|intercom]] causes green LEDs to light up along the front of the [[tech box]].

==== Skips ====
Back in the old days before they put up bollards on the fire exit we used to hire skips for when we did a big clear out. It is still possible but more hassle now. It’s best to shop around to find the best deal and remember that you have to bear in mind not just hiring a skip but the times and volumes involved.

==== Small hire charge ====
Applies to anywhere and anyone (especially our [[Fringe]] rivals!) who want to “borrow” tables, people, things, a brush, flyer space, toilet rolls, costumes, etc.

==== Smoking ====

It's illegal to do so in the building, even the [[box office]] or on [[stage]]. Blame the Scottish Executive.

==== Soap ====
There are soap dispensers in the [[toilets]] and [[café]], there could do with being soap dispensers in the kitchen and paint cupboard. They are refilled by opening them with the L-shaped key, then remove the clear bottle. The bottle can then be refilled with liquid soap from a larger container. To reinsert the bottle you can either try and show off, just plunging it in or you can remove the holder by holding down the white tab and pulling it out. The bottle can then be reinserted and turned upside down without making a mess. To finish slam the soap dispenser closed.

==== Sound System ====
:see [[Sound]]

==== SPT ====
Sexy Power Tool eg powered screwdriver/drill

==== Stage ====
:See [[Stage]]

==== Stage Monitor ====
This is a microphone which picks up what’s happening on stage and then feeds it to the [[tech box]] and [[dressing room]]. It is powered by an AA battery in a little black box at the stage left end of the [[tech box]]. The On/Off control is also built into this box. The feed in the [[tech box]] can be turned off at the white box at the stage right end of the [[tech box]], which switches between Monitor and PFL. The microphone is situated at the back of the [[auditorium]] so you can hear what the directors say to their friends straight after the show comes down.

==== Stage Weight ====
These are big lumps of metal that you use to hold flats (See [[#Flats|Flats]]) in place. They are placed on the end of stage braces (See [[#Braces, Stage|Braces, Stage]]) so they don’t move and you can also secure the bases of flats with them to stop people kicking them.

==== Stamps ====
Two types, the first is for sending letters and if you can’t use these you’ve got a problem, especially as now you don’t even have to lick them. The other is the [[EUSA]] stamp which all posters in [[EUSA]] buildings must have on or they’ll just get ripped down. We have a computer version of the [[EUSA]] stamp to put on posters- ask publicity manager.

== T ==

==== T-Shirts ====
Most mainterms do T-Shirts of some kind, make sure if you want one that you get one for any shows, you can justify it if they ask what you’ve done for the show by telling them you’re letting it happen.

====Technicians ====

:See [[Technical]]

==== Tech, Granddaddy ====
:see [[#Grandad Tech|Grandad Tech]]

==== Tech Manager ====
:See [[Tech manager]]

==== Telewest ====
The company that we get out phone from.

==== Tequila Club ====
:See [[Tequila Club]]

==== Test, PAT (Portable Appliance Test) ====
This is the test that the University administers to anything with a plug. Technically everything should be tested but we have some things that cease to exist (quantum effect) when the PAT test man comes around. It needs done yearly although cable should be done every six months.

==== Teviot Key ====
We keep a key in [[Teviot]] to stop [[committee]] members getting phone calls at random times by people needing into the building. The key is attached to a bit of wood because the first person to sign it out returned their house keys and didn’t think to go in and swap before I got phone calls from people who thought the key was broken. Even worse is that this was a [[committee]] member (Generally referred to as the weakest link) who had their own side door key anyway.

==== Theatre Manager ====
Knows everything. No no, EVERYTHING.
:See [[Theatre Manager]]

==== Toilet Paper ====
Normally used for wiping your arse. There are people who try and use this stuff for sets even going so far as to tell you that they’ve sprayed it with flamcheck so what’s the problem? When it’s actually being used for it’s main purpose it needs to be put in the dispensers because otherwise more goes on the floor than in the toilet. Make sure that every time there is a show they get completely refilled and you should be fine. You’ll find that when it runs out people use green towels to wipe their bums rather than going and refilling the dispensers.

==== Tools ====
:See [[Tools]]

==== Trade Waste ====
The people responsible for Claymore (See [[#Bins|Bins]]) they empty it once a week. You can call them on 0131 469 5655 if you need extra uplifts or to find out what’s happening if you find it’s not been emptied or emptied on the wrong day. You’ll normally get an answer phone not a real person but they normally call back in about an hour.

==== Trap Doors ====
There are two in the stage they go down into the crypt, other than that there are several on the balcony, one in each toilet, two in the main office and one in the costume cupboard. The ones on the balcony open to let you at hidey holes The ones in the office let you under the floor. The one in the gents lets you under the floor and you can technically climb through to the crypt, although slimmer [[Theatre Manager]]s than I have got stuck half way. The trap door in the ladies goes into a little room under the floor. The trap door in the costume cupboard leads down to the stage left exit, there are normally things ontop of this trap door so it is of limited use.

== U ==

==== University ====
Technically the reason you’re here.

==== University Furniture ====
The University owns lots of nice antique furniture but you have to ask before you can borrow it. The person to ask is….

== V ==

==== Videoing Shows ====
Technically this is kind of illegal because it infringes on copyright but often there is a "Copy for our archives" get out clause in the rights. There are two main ways of doing this, either sitting in the audience or doing it from the balcony. Be aware that you still have to obey the fire regulations so is they’re using a tripod it really needs to be at the end of the back row and since it will interfere with more than one seat there will need to be more tickets taken out of the computer. The projection hole is also useful for placing cameras into especially as from here they’re often close enough to plug the [[#Stage Monitor|Stage Monitor]] into.

==== Venue Hire Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Venue Hire Manager| Committee : Venue Hire Manager]]

== W ==

==== Wardrobe Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Wardrobe Manager|Committee: Wardrobe Manager]]

==== Water Supply ====
We have two tanks, one large one for the [[toilets]] and [[café]] which is situated on the balcony under the wood store, the other is located high on the stage left balcony which feeds the heating system. The heating system one gurgles when it turns on or off. We are metered so make sure people turn off taps and stuff.

==== Washers ====
These are metal disks which you can use to stop bits rubbing or give a larger surface area when fixing. These are vital on lantern hook clamps along with a Spring Washer. See Spring washer.

==== Webmaster ====
:see [[Non-Committee Positions#Webmaster|Non-Committee Positions: Webmaster]]

==== Web Site ====
Our best advertising because it is available on a sensible address ([http://www.bedlamtheatre.co.uk www.bedlamtheatre.co.uk]) and anyone can check it.

==== White lines ====
All steps should have while lines on them, this is especially true of ones which are painted black. The important ones are the FoH ones on which the white lines should be at least on inch wide. Painting white lines is harder than you thing because you need to mask them well but the steps that you’re putting them onto will probably not be dry yet and the paint will come off when you remove the tape. The way to get around this is to wait a couple of days with the tape on and then dissolve it with water, leaving immaculate white lines. You will also find that no matter how many wet paint signs you put up someone will walk up the steps and spoil your lines. This is generally done at Fringe time but could well need done at other points.

==== White Paint ====
You should keep a supply of this just cos it’s useful and lunchtimes will want it. It’s slightly cheaper that black but not by much. It can be bought from Ian Russell (See [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell]]) or the Paint Shed (See [[#Paint Shed, The|Paint Shed]]) in 5L tubs. Buy Matt paint for general use and a smaller tin of Gloss for the painting of some woodwork around the building and the white lines (see above). Do not use Gloss on stage it's nasty to light and almost impossible to paint over.

==== Windows ====
Get them cleaned when you can, I try and get it done at work ins. If they get broken report it to Estates and buildings who have to repair them as part of the buildings agreement (See [[#Buildings Agreement|Buildings Agreement]]). You’ll find that quite often the little panes of glass get broken on Friday/Saturday nights. Try and get this reported as soon as possible. The windows on both sides were replaced in late 2006 by the works department.

==== Wing Nuts/Bolts ====
:See [[#Nuts|Nuts]], See [[#Bolts|Bolts]] just these ones are designed to be done up by hand.

==== Wood ====
Wood comes in lots of types and sizes (See Chipboard, See [[#MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard)|MDF]], See Wood, Laminated). We shouldn’t store any on the balconies because it’s a fire hazard but we do. There is a wood store at the back behind the tech box which was built and altered at the request of the Fire Officer. For wood to be used onstage it should be painted on all sides. You need to do it right in the Fringe because the fire officer might well check. This includes visiting companies sets.

==== Works Department ====
The arm of the University that does all the maintenance work, they’re pretty slow but they do come out and do stuff. If something needs done quickly tell them and they can put it through as a priority job (Like doors needing replaced). Be nice and polite even if their workmen turn up twenty minutes before a lunchtime to fix the toilets. There is a long term belief within the works department that we either don't exist or will stop existing soon. This makes it hard to persuade them to spend time and money on the building. Things have improved in 2006 due to a new manager being appointed.

== X ==

==== X-ray machine ====
nope, Bedlam doesn't have one of those

== Y ==

==== Yes ====
Possibly the most dangerous word there is (See [[#No|No]]) especially if you’re saying it…then only problem is that you probably started this job with yes. Now think about all the trouble it’s caused you and don’t do it again.

====Youth Project====
See [[Youth project]]

== Z ==

==== Zippo Lighters ====
Dangerous nasty things these, they’re not allowed onstage because they don’t go out if you drop them which is bad (Although not as bad as when a pissed [[committee]] member drops a lit one into your lap at [[Teviot]]).

Committee

2008-12-15T17:05:46Z

Amar: /* Set Manager */

The EUTC is administered by a permanent Committee of 14 members. They are; the [[Committee#President|President]], [[Committee#Secretary|Secretary]] and the [[Committee#Business Manager|Business]], [[Committee#Theatre Manager|Theatre]], [[Committee#Set Manager|Set]], [[Committee#Technical Manager|Technical]], [[Committee#Productions Manager|Productions]], [[Committee#Marketing Manager|Marketing]], [[Committee#Front of House Manager|Front of House]], [[Committee#Wardrobe Manager|Wardrobe]], [[Committee#Entertainments Manager|Entertainments]], [[Committee#Venue Hire Manager|Venue Hire]] and [[Committee#Fringe Venue Manager|Fringe Venue Manager]] as well as the [[Committee#Archivist|Archivist]]. It is the role of the Committee to administer the EUTC and to ensure the smooth running of the theatre. The Committee are elected at the AGM (usually at the end of February) to serve the period April 1- March 31st.

:See also: [[Non-Committee Positions]]

== President ==

It is the role of the President to chair meetings and to oversee the work of the committee and the general management of the Company. The President should remain impartial and always act in the best long term interest of the EUTC. The President is the Licensee and is also required to keep the Company Office tidy

2008-2009 Lauren McLeod

2007-2008 Lucy Jackson

2006-2007 James Mutton

2005-2006 Miriam Raines

2004-2005 Matt Gray

2003-2004 Rebekah Stackhouse

2002-2003 Natalie Adzic

== Business Manager ==

It is the role of the Business Manager to maintain the accounts and to facilitate communication between the EUTC and EUSAs Accounts department. The Business Manager is a cheques signatory. The oversee all spending and ensure that shows don't go over budget.

2008-2009 Colleen Patterson

2007-2008 Lara-Ann de Wet

2006-2007 Fran Rooney

2005-2006 James Mutton

2004-2005 Victoria Tills

2003-2004 Rachel Mountfield

== Secretary ==

The Secretary is responsible for all of the administrative leg-work of the EUTC. They keep minutes of all meetings and makes rehearsal schedules.

2008-2009 Amy Brewer

2007-2008 Fran Walker

2006-2007 Helena Larkin

2005-2006 Becky Hill (until Dec. 2005) Emma Drage (from Dec. 2005)

2004-2005 Emma Drage

2003-2004 Alex Howard

== Theatre Manager ==

The Theatre Manager is responsible for the day to day running of the theatre, They ensure that all sets are safe. The ensure that the theatre is safe and that there are no obvious fire/ health and safety problems. They also maintain the building, doing small amounts of repair work. They also facilitate communication with the works department over the more serious repair works. The Theatre Manager maintains a TM Handbook which keeps up-to-date info about the building. The Theatre Manager is named on the License as the 'Responsible Manager' as such legally, the buck stops with them.
see also [[Theatre Manager- Job Description]]

2008-2009 Cat Hobart

2007-2008 Kerry O'Herlihy

2006-2007 Dave Larking

2005-2006 Alex Engel

2004-2005 Tom Latter

2003-2004 Kati Hind

2002-2003 Jay Adriaanse

== Set Manager ==

The position of Set Manager was created at the end of 2007 to relieve some pressure from the [[Theatre Manager]]. The Set Manager is responsible for all communications with show [[stage manager]]s, responsible for all [[set]] (on the [[balconies]]) and tidiness and resources of the [[workshop]]. The Set Manager is directly responsible to the [[Theatre Manager]]

2008-2009 Alex 'Mal' Mead

== Technical Manager ==
The technical manager manages anything with a plug! They ensure that techies keep work safely and offers guidance on lighting and sound.

They should know how to use all the equipment in the building and seem to spend all their time changing bulbs… Their two main jobs through the year are tech directing the fresher’s play and getting everything [[#Test, PAT (Portable Appliance Test)|PAT tested]].

The Tech Manager also ensures that all the lanterns and technical equipment work.

2008-2009 Ewan Connor

2007-2008 Neale Dutton

2006-2007 Xander Macmillan

2005-2006 Ruth Wilkinson

2004-2005 Heather Hanshaw

2003-2004 Lord James "Evil" Turner-Inman

2002-2003 Mr Matt Grey

2001-2002 David Watson

2000-2001 Graeme Timms

1999-2000 Neil E Hobbs

== Productions Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Productions Manager facilitates communication between individual shows and the company as a whole. They decide on which slots are available and chair the meeting which decided which slot each show gets. Additionally, the Productions Manager chairs the casting meeting and oversees auditions

They talk regularly with all the shows and should know exactly what’s happening in all shows. They communicate between shows and [[committee]] so that all shows should know what’s the [[committee]] is saying about them and take measures to stop us kicking their butts. They distribute [[Production Guidelines]] so that people have no excuse when they do stupid things.

2008-2009 Ben Davies

2007-2008 Fred Gordon

2006-2007 Ishbel MacFarlane

2005-2006 Alex Robertson

2004-2005 Timothy Goodwin

2003-2004 Miriam Raines

== Marketing Manager ==

The Marketing Manager oversees all publicated material and all external public communication, to ensure that the EUTC is always shown in the best-light possible. They proof all posters, programmes and fliers to enusre they are accurate and that they do not damage the EUTC or Bedlams Public image.

2008-2009 Alia Ainuddin

2007-2008 Nick Kay

2006-2007 Lily Kember

2005-2006 Chris Mounsey

2004-2005 Claire Glendenning

2003-2004 Idil Sukan

== Front of House Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Front of House Manager makes sure that the Front of House area is tidy and looks good for arriving customers. They are in charge of staffing and ensure that every shows has the required number of staff. The make sure that the cafe has stock to sell. They ensure that the Committee know how to Committee Rep (v. important)

This person looks after the FoH areas including kitchen, they make sure the [[café]] and cleaning cupboard are kept stocked and that things get cleaned. They also arrange staffing but since producers are notoriously unable to make staff turn up (And their excuse is that they got them to sign up so them not turning up is not their problem). They tend to do their own maintenance if you prod them so that you don’t have to.

2008-2009 Chris Payne

2007-2008 Lauren McLeod

2006-2007 Hannah Myers

2005-2006 Heather Hanshaw

2004-2005 Lord James "Evil" Turner-Inman

2003-2004 Matt Grey

== Wardrobe Manager ==

The Wardrobe Manager has the glorious task of keeping the dressing room and costume cupboard clean and tidy. They also get to costume every show, with no notice and no budget. They often get locked in, as noone is ever aware that they are in the building.

2008-2009 Camille Acosta

2007-2008 Denise Wood

2006-2007 Colleen Patterson

2005-2006 Michael Whitham

2004-2005 Emma Allford (to Sept 2005) Michael Whitham (from September 2005)

2003-2004 Victoria Tills

== Entertainments Manager ==

The Entertainments Managers ultimate job is to organise the Bedlam Ball at the end of semester 2. In order to subsidise this they organise a number of events and parties throughout the year, which contribute to the funding.

2008-2009 Sam Hansford

2007-2008 George Thomas

2006-2007 Tom Paul

2005-2006 Kerri Hall

2004-2005 James Mutton

2003-2004 Natalie Raeched

== Venue Hire Manager ==

The Venue Hire manager facilitates communication between outside companies who wish to hire the venue throughout term time and the company. They organise contracts, dates and staffing for outside hires. They are also on hand to offer support to outside companies.

2008-2009 Fran Walker

2007-2008 Michael Whitham

2006-2007 Michael Whitham

2005-2006 Kati Hind

2004-2005 Idil Sukan

2003-2004 Jay Addriannse

== Fringe Venue Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Fringe Venue Manager, is the only non- elected post. They are hired by the a panel comprising the Former Fringe Venue Manager, the President a EUSA accounts representative and the EUSA VP- Services. Their term is usually January - January. They are responsible for hiring the Fringe Managers. They are also responsible for programming and communicating with the outside companies. They assume operational control of the EUTC for the period June - August for the year they are hired and oversee the EUTC presence at the Fringe.
They are usually paid a small sum of money as compensation for the blood, sweat, tears and general loss of mental health. There are occasionally parties to attend.

This is the person responsible for running the building during the fringe. It is normally a job taken by people who have experience of producing and little experience of production. They advertise the building in the run up to the Fringe, chose the shows, appoint the staff and are technically in charge for the fringe. Remember that if your name is on the License when the shit hits the fan you make the decisions and can kick Fringe butt.

2008 Colleen Patterson

2007 Matt Wieteska

2006 Charlotte Jarvis

2005 Claire Glendenning

2004 Miriam Raines

2003 Cat Smith

2002 Graeme Timms

2001 Morven Pack

2000 Chloe Darlington

== Archivist ==

The Archivist, is resposible for maintaining records off all EUTC productions. S/he is responsible for collecting all the P&P of each show, taking pictures of builds/dress runs/after-show drunken bashes, etc. This is really helpful to stage managers in later years who may be looking to do something similar to what has gone before as well as giving us stuff to look back on and to show impressionable young freshers of all the amazing things that get built in Bedlam.

see also [[Archive]]

2008-2009 Rebecca White

2007-2008 Richard Dennis

2006-2007 Cat Hoyle

2005-2006 Graeme Wright

2004-2005 Adam Millard

2003-2004 Lucy Kirkwood

Committee

2008-12-15T17:05:31Z

Amar: /* Set Manager */

The EUTC is administered by a permanent Committee of 14 members. They are; the [[Committee#President|President]], [[Committee#Secretary|Secretary]] and the [[Committee#Business Manager|Business]], [[Committee#Theatre Manager|Theatre]], [[Committee#Set Manager|Set]], [[Committee#Technical Manager|Technical]], [[Committee#Productions Manager|Productions]], [[Committee#Marketing Manager|Marketing]], [[Committee#Front of House Manager|Front of House]], [[Committee#Wardrobe Manager|Wardrobe]], [[Committee#Entertainments Manager|Entertainments]], [[Committee#Venue Hire Manager|Venue Hire]] and [[Committee#Fringe Venue Manager|Fringe Venue Manager]] as well as the [[Committee#Archivist|Archivist]]. It is the role of the Committee to administer the EUTC and to ensure the smooth running of the theatre. The Committee are elected at the AGM (usually at the end of February) to serve the period April 1- March 31st.

:See also: [[Non-Committee Positions]]

== President ==

It is the role of the President to chair meetings and to oversee the work of the committee and the general management of the Company. The President should remain impartial and always act in the best long term interest of the EUTC. The President is the Licensee and is also required to keep the Company Office tidy

2008-2009 Lauren McLeod

2007-2008 Lucy Jackson

2006-2007 James Mutton

2005-2006 Miriam Raines

2004-2005 Matt Gray

2003-2004 Rebekah Stackhouse

2002-2003 Natalie Adzic

== Business Manager ==

It is the role of the Business Manager to maintain the accounts and to facilitate communication between the EUTC and EUSAs Accounts department. The Business Manager is a cheques signatory. The oversee all spending and ensure that shows don't go over budget.

2008-2009 Colleen Patterson

2007-2008 Lara-Ann de Wet

2006-2007 Fran Rooney

2005-2006 James Mutton

2004-2005 Victoria Tills

2003-2004 Rachel Mountfield

== Secretary ==

The Secretary is responsible for all of the administrative leg-work of the EUTC. They keep minutes of all meetings and makes rehearsal schedules.

2008-2009 Amy Brewer

2007-2008 Fran Walker

2006-2007 Helena Larkin

2005-2006 Becky Hill (until Dec. 2005) Emma Drage (from Dec. 2005)

2004-2005 Emma Drage

2003-2004 Alex Howard

== Theatre Manager ==

The Theatre Manager is responsible for the day to day running of the theatre, They ensure that all sets are safe. The ensure that the theatre is safe and that there are no obvious fire/ health and safety problems. They also maintain the building, doing small amounts of repair work. They also facilitate communication with the works department over the more serious repair works. The Theatre Manager maintains a TM Handbook which keeps up-to-date info about the building. The Theatre Manager is named on the License as the 'Responsible Manager' as such legally, the buck stops with them.
see also [[Theatre Manager- Job Description]]

2008-2009 Cat Hobart

2007-2008 Kerry O'Herlihy

2006-2007 Dave Larking

2005-2006 Alex Engel

2004-2005 Tom Latter

2003-2004 Kati Hind

2002-2003 Jay Adriaanse

== Set Manager ==

The position of Set Manager was created at the end of 2007 to relieve some pressure from the [[Theatre Manager]]. The Set Manager is responsible for all communications with show [[stage managers]], responsible for all [[set]] (on the [[balconies]]) and tidiness and resources of the [[workshop]]. The Set Manager is directly responsible to the [[Theatre Manager]]

2008-2009 Alex 'Mal' Mead

== Technical Manager ==
The technical manager manages anything with a plug! They ensure that techies keep work safely and offers guidance on lighting and sound.

They should know how to use all the equipment in the building and seem to spend all their time changing bulbs… Their two main jobs through the year are tech directing the fresher’s play and getting everything [[#Test, PAT (Portable Appliance Test)|PAT tested]].

The Tech Manager also ensures that all the lanterns and technical equipment work.

2008-2009 Ewan Connor

2007-2008 Neale Dutton

2006-2007 Xander Macmillan

2005-2006 Ruth Wilkinson

2004-2005 Heather Hanshaw

2003-2004 Lord James "Evil" Turner-Inman

2002-2003 Mr Matt Grey

2001-2002 David Watson

2000-2001 Graeme Timms

1999-2000 Neil E Hobbs

== Productions Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Productions Manager facilitates communication between individual shows and the company as a whole. They decide on which slots are available and chair the meeting which decided which slot each show gets. Additionally, the Productions Manager chairs the casting meeting and oversees auditions

They talk regularly with all the shows and should know exactly what’s happening in all shows. They communicate between shows and [[committee]] so that all shows should know what’s the [[committee]] is saying about them and take measures to stop us kicking their butts. They distribute [[Production Guidelines]] so that people have no excuse when they do stupid things.

2008-2009 Ben Davies

2007-2008 Fred Gordon

2006-2007 Ishbel MacFarlane

2005-2006 Alex Robertson

2004-2005 Timothy Goodwin

2003-2004 Miriam Raines

== Marketing Manager ==

The Marketing Manager oversees all publicated material and all external public communication, to ensure that the EUTC is always shown in the best-light possible. They proof all posters, programmes and fliers to enusre they are accurate and that they do not damage the EUTC or Bedlams Public image.

2008-2009 Alia Ainuddin

2007-2008 Nick Kay

2006-2007 Lily Kember

2005-2006 Chris Mounsey

2004-2005 Claire Glendenning

2003-2004 Idil Sukan

== Front of House Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Front of House Manager makes sure that the Front of House area is tidy and looks good for arriving customers. They are in charge of staffing and ensure that every shows has the required number of staff. The make sure that the cafe has stock to sell. They ensure that the Committee know how to Committee Rep (v. important)

This person looks after the FoH areas including kitchen, they make sure the [[café]] and cleaning cupboard are kept stocked and that things get cleaned. They also arrange staffing but since producers are notoriously unable to make staff turn up (And their excuse is that they got them to sign up so them not turning up is not their problem). They tend to do their own maintenance if you prod them so that you don’t have to.

2008-2009 Chris Payne

2007-2008 Lauren McLeod

2006-2007 Hannah Myers

2005-2006 Heather Hanshaw

2004-2005 Lord James "Evil" Turner-Inman

2003-2004 Matt Grey

== Wardrobe Manager ==

The Wardrobe Manager has the glorious task of keeping the dressing room and costume cupboard clean and tidy. They also get to costume every show, with no notice and no budget. They often get locked in, as noone is ever aware that they are in the building.

2008-2009 Camille Acosta

2007-2008 Denise Wood

2006-2007 Colleen Patterson

2005-2006 Michael Whitham

2004-2005 Emma Allford (to Sept 2005) Michael Whitham (from September 2005)

2003-2004 Victoria Tills

== Entertainments Manager ==

The Entertainments Managers ultimate job is to organise the Bedlam Ball at the end of semester 2. In order to subsidise this they organise a number of events and parties throughout the year, which contribute to the funding.

2008-2009 Sam Hansford

2007-2008 George Thomas

2006-2007 Tom Paul

2005-2006 Kerri Hall

2004-2005 James Mutton

2003-2004 Natalie Raeched

== Venue Hire Manager ==

The Venue Hire manager facilitates communication between outside companies who wish to hire the venue throughout term time and the company. They organise contracts, dates and staffing for outside hires. They are also on hand to offer support to outside companies.

2008-2009 Fran Walker

2007-2008 Michael Whitham

2006-2007 Michael Whitham

2005-2006 Kati Hind

2004-2005 Idil Sukan

2003-2004 Jay Addriannse

== Fringe Venue Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Fringe Venue Manager, is the only non- elected post. They are hired by the a panel comprising the Former Fringe Venue Manager, the President a EUSA accounts representative and the EUSA VP- Services. Their term is usually January - January. They are responsible for hiring the Fringe Managers. They are also responsible for programming and communicating with the outside companies. They assume operational control of the EUTC for the period June - August for the year they are hired and oversee the EUTC presence at the Fringe.
They are usually paid a small sum of money as compensation for the blood, sweat, tears and general loss of mental health. There are occasionally parties to attend.

This is the person responsible for running the building during the fringe. It is normally a job taken by people who have experience of producing and little experience of production. They advertise the building in the run up to the Fringe, chose the shows, appoint the staff and are technically in charge for the fringe. Remember that if your name is on the License when the shit hits the fan you make the decisions and can kick Fringe butt.

2008 Colleen Patterson

2007 Matt Wieteska

2006 Charlotte Jarvis

2005 Claire Glendenning

2004 Miriam Raines

2003 Cat Smith

2002 Graeme Timms

2001 Morven Pack

2000 Chloe Darlington

== Archivist ==

The Archivist, is resposible for maintaining records off all EUTC productions. S/he is responsible for collecting all the P&P of each show, taking pictures of builds/dress runs/after-show drunken bashes, etc. This is really helpful to stage managers in later years who may be looking to do something similar to what has gone before as well as giving us stuff to look back on and to show impressionable young freshers of all the amazing things that get built in Bedlam.

see also [[Archive]]

2008-2009 Rebecca White

2007-2008 Richard Dennis

2006-2007 Cat Hoyle

2005-2006 Graeme Wright

2004-2005 Adam Millard

2003-2004 Lucy Kirkwood

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2008-12-15T17:02:38Z

Amar: /* SKL (Simon Kennedy Lighting) */ RIP

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== A ==

==== Abus ====
Brand of padlocks Bedlam uses for both standard and alcohol locks on the [[café]] and the fire exit and main door security. Typically, the corresponding keys should only come in two sizes, however a load exist on the TM keys to which there don't appear to be any locks. Each padlock should have a number on it, so if you take the padlock to a locksmith, you should be able to get more padlocks/keys that are the same lock.

==== Actors ====
:See [[Actor]]s

==== Adam House ====
:See [[Other theatres#Adam House| Other theatres: Adam House]]

==== AGM - Annual General Meeting ====
Outgoing [[committee]] reports explaining what they have done during their year are given. The [[committee]] for the coming year is elected. Fringe shows are proposed and selected. Any other large motions affecting the running of the company are proposed and debated. Loads of talk happens about the constitution. Bring a pen, a book and a crate of booze.

==== AJ ====
:See [[Tools#AJ| Tools: AJ]]

==== Archivist ====
:See [[Committee#Archivist| Committee: Archivist]]

==== Argument ====
:See [[#AGM - Annual General Meeting|AGM]], [[Current events#Regular Events|Company meetings]], [[Pubs]] etc

==== Art ====
What the [[EUTC]] is technically all about to promote. “Art holds up a mirror to the universe” but since the universe is infinite, there is no mirror large enough therefore art is crap. (nb this is not to be confused with painting. painting is pretty.)

==== Avalon Stage Armoury ====
Have known moved to Glasgow (I think). Run by Alan Jeffreys. Make sure to phone before you go there because chances are he’ll not be in. Make sure anything borrowed gets returned on time, in a decent state and people pay promptly. He’s reasonably cheap and the only place around that hires stage armoury out.

==== Auditorium ====
:See [[Auditorium]]

== B ==

==== Banners ====
We have two wood and six canvas:
- The wood ones are:- one is a large rectangle which is used for mainterms and one is a large [[Fat Cat]] which can be used during the fringe. The mainterm one gets repainted for each show and should get painted in gloss for water proofing reasons. The banners are tied to the eyelets on the front of the building and when the fat cat gets put up the head needs to be tied to the stonework which requires climbing skills.
- The Canvas ones are for fringe use only. The hang for canvas baners is approx 4.5m and are normally hung from the towers above the red notice boards. Eyelets exist for this purpose. and comprise:
-- Two red banners that say "Bedlam" and "Theatre"
-- Two that have giant Becks bottles and Venue 49 on them. The Becks banners were part of a sponsorship deal in years past and do not have to be hung. There are/were also some Cobra banners for a similar reason.
-- Two 5m length blue Deuchas IPA with the words "Bedlam Theatre, Venue 49". Please note the 5m length for a 4.5m hang, in Fringe 2007 they were suspended on a secured scaffolding structure on top of each tower. Lighting was also put on top of each of the scaffolding structures. It worked well, however make sure you put the banners flat against the wall or they will blow out and rip out from the eyelets.

==== Barrett, Mr David ====
He is incharge of the Electrical department of Estates and Buildings. His phone number is 0131 650 2484. We should get him to organise any electrical installations we get.

==== Bedlam Red (gloss) ====
This is the colour that FoH woodwork is painted. It can be bought from Ian Russell and is called "rioja red."

==== Bins ====
There are bins through out the building with black liners in. They are never emptied unless the [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]], the [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|FoH Manager]] or the Duty Manager tells someone to do it, although any member of the company can if they like. The large bin outside the side entrance ("Claymore") gets emptied on a Monday Morning and the lid was replaced after the old one snapped off in 2001. Watch out about overloading it, the bin men can become angry. It was once filled with scrap metal and almost broke the bin lorry. The key to Claymore is the green plastic thing on the Duty Manager's keys, TM keys, and others. The FoH bins are located round the front of the building on either side of the door, they were re-located there to prevent tramp mis-use. These bins occasionally have needles left in or near them, be careful when emptying. The key to the FoH bins is the metal tab thing on the [[FoH manager]]'s keys.

==== Bin Bags ====
Readily available to company members in the cleaning cupboard, it’s amazing that some long standing members have to ask you where they are.

Don't waste them because then we have to spend money getting more when we could be spending that money on cool shit like softer bog roll or new tools or lanterns.

==== Black Light ====
:See [[Lighting Hire]]

==== Black Techie ====
:See [[Black Techie]]

==== Blackwood, Alan ====
EUSA Buildings Manager. Not Owen Quinn.

==== Bleach ====
Buy it in big 5l bottles, great for cleaning the [[toilets]] and for pouring over the backstage exit when someone has forgotten to lock it and it’s been pissed on, less of a problem now it's not a bog. Also works as a weed killer.

==== Blue Meanie ====
The Edinburgh term for Parking Attendant, they’re the nasty people who fine you if you park in the wrong place. See parking for how to get away with parking at Bedlam. They live on Chambers Street so never park here illegally because it’s the first and last place they check. They also have offices on Garden Terrace so watch out if you park here.

==== Bobbys ====
:See [[Pubs#Bobbies|Pubs: Bobbys]]

==== Bolts ====
Really useful for holding things together but you can never find a matching set. People are to be encouraged to attach nuts and washers to them when they add them to the collection.

==== Braces, Stage ====
:See: [[Braces]]

==== Brika Float ====
A yummy thing consisting of ice cream stuck in the bottom of a pint glass and Smirnoff Ice poured in on top of it. There may be stirring involved depending on how sloshed you are already and how much you really care. Invented by a strange Canadian and occasionally served in the Bedlam [[café]] on pain of loud squealy sounds.

==== Broom, Alastair ====
Part Techie, Part Author (of the 1991 revision of this manual). Complete saint and has been known to be witty on occasion.
:See: [[User:AlTheTechie]]

==== Buildings Agreement ====
:See: [[Buildings Agreement]]

==== Business Manager ====
:See: [[Business Manager]]

== C ==

==== Cable ====
Mains cable is best bought from Blacklight. Fancy cable can be bought from Farnell (See [[#Farnell|Farnell]]) or from Maplin (See [[#Maplin|Maplin]])

==== Café ====
:See [[Café]]

==== Cans/Comms ====
:See [[Comms]]
==== Cappadocia ====
:See [[Take Aways]]

==== Carpet ====
Ok, there are lots of carpets around and they were replaced in: [[Ogg Office]] 1999, Side Entrance fringe 2001, [[Auditorium]] 1998 with tiles added 2005, [[Dressing room]] 2000. Carpet is stored on the [[balcony]] under the floor of the [[workshop]] area which can be accessed by moving the steps which lead down to the scaff store. The carpet in the dressing room is guaranteed for five years against most of the stuff that happens to it but you have try to clean it with the stuff they provided first which has since been lost. The paperwork can be found in the [[Theatre Manager]]’s drawer in the guarantees section. The carpet in the side entrance and auditorium walkways are tiles so that when too much paint is spilled on them you can just replace the affected tiles.

==== Ceilidhs ====
Fun and joy! Go, go dance like a crazy person! See [http://www.teannaich.com Teannaich]

==== Central Fish and Chip Shop ====
:See [[Take Aways]]

==== Cigarettes ====
Look in the show section for "[[Production Guidelines - Lunchtimes#Fire, firearms and smoking|Smoking on stage]]" guidelines. It's amazing how many times you have to tell people not to smoke in the auditorium, especially now that smoking is illegal in the building. Make sure there is a copious amount of No Smoking signs throughout the building, even in the box office.

==== Cigars ====
For when pissed and dressed up (Or end of fringe). See [[#Cigarettes|Cigarettes]]

==== Cloth/Material ====
Can be purchased from Edinburgh Fabrics on South Clerk Street, which has the advantage of being very close and has reasonable prices (ask for student discount). If you are buying a lot it is generally worth it to go to the Cloth Shop in Leith (at the end of Broughton Road, you can walk there from Bedlam in about forty minutes) which has a better selection and can be cheaper for buying in bulk. If you need speciality fabrics there is also Mandors on East Claremont Street, but they can be pricey. Ask the wardrobe manager before buying because we have rather a lot of spare material in the costume cupboard.

==== Construction ====
This tends to be a bit of a nightmare and any major undertakings should be vetoed in the [[Theatre Manager]]’s Questionnaire stage. You need to keep an eye on people doing it because it’s amazing the number of [[actor]]s who will try and use power tools without knowing anything about what they’re doing. Construction should not happen in FoH areas without the permission of the [[Theatre Manager]] and the [[FoH Manager]]. [[Café]] furniture should not be used in construction because it gets damaged. Allowing construction in the [[Office]] is not sensible because it makes a mess and the [[president]] rarely tidies.

==== Cooker, kitchen ====

:See: [[Guide_to_Building#Cooker|Guide to Building - Cooker]]

==== Costume Cupboard ====
:See [[Costuming]] or [[Costume Cupboard]]

==== Counter, Box Office ====
:See [[Box Office#Counter|Box Office - Counter]]

== D ==

==== Degree ====

# Unit of temperature, normally low in the auditorium and too high in the office, just right in the [[café]].
# Level of education, normally gained at University. Technically this is what you’re here for, try not to forget although don’t neglect the building.

==== Desk, Office ====
We have 2 working desks! Woot!

==== Detergent ====
Buy it in big 5L containers.

==== Directors ====
Most problem sets are not due to SMs but directors demanding them and not knowing how to build them. Useful for cleaning the [[toilets]]at work ins.

==== Disabled Access ====
The only disabled access to the theatre is through the side entrance. This classes as only limited access as people can’t use it when a show is on. Make sure box office staff know to tell them to turn up 20 mins before the performance so they’re not left sitting in the rain.

==== Disabled Legislation ====
By 2003 all public buildings must have full disabled access. We should build a ramp into the main doors.

==== Disabled Seats ====
The two seats on the front row stage left are easily removes, you just have to remove the four coach bolts and they lift out in a block. It’s a lot easier than the old practice of having to take two seats apart. You just have to make sure that the box office staff reduce the number of seats available for the performance. Always make sure you know about any disabled people who book themselves in, most will because they do recognise that we have to make special provision.

==== Disabled Toilets ====
We really need to have these so we can go in the fringe programme as having disabled facilities. The legislation sets a minimum door width, the doors must open outwards and you need to be able to open them from the outside.

==== Doorbell ====
:see [[Communication#Doorbell|Communication: Doorbell]]

== E ==

==== EDC ====
Edinburgh District Council. 200 2000. For Trade Waste, Licensing, Listed Building stuff.

==== EIF ====
Edinburgh International Festival. Runs at a similar time to the Fringe but tends to be big events like opera and concerts. Finishes with the Firework concert which is held in Prince’s Street Gardens and rivals the Hogmanay display.

==== Electrical work ====
You can normally get away with minor stuff like changing light bulbs. We’re definitely not allowed to do mains wiring which is why there are a few interesting cable runs in which look like real sockets but the cable runs to a plug which gets put into a wall socket (much confusion when someone unplugs it).

==== Electrical Mishaps ====
Try not to have any. Hope the fuses blow and the PCBs work. It is possible to survive a 415V 100A shock but the odds are against you so try and be safe.

==== Electrical Rating ====
Explanation. Bedlam is supplied with a full supply of three phases (Red, Blue and Yellow - EEC rules state these are now called Live 1,2,3 and coloured Black, Grey and Brown adding to everybody's pain.) each at 100A, 240V. General building power is drawn from the Red phase.

==== Electricity Bills ====
A man comes around every so often and checks the meter and we get billed monthly. The annual bill is around £2500. Try and remember to turn the lights off.

==== Endless Loop ====
:See [[#Loop, Endless|Loop, Endless]].

==== Entertainments Manager ====
Their big job through the year is to organise the ball, but sometimes fail to understand that what your average techie wants is food followed by a celeidh with lots of booze in the middle. [[Committee#Entertainments_Manager | Committee: Entertainments Manager]]

==== Estates and Buildings ====
The department of the University that is responsible for keeping Bedlam upright and weather tight. You will probably be on the phone to them every other week getting stuff fixed. They try to be helpful but you need to get put through to the right department…. We had a problem with the boiler in the kitchen and they sent us a plumber when what it needed was an electrician and the plumber said all the pipes were fine and went away again and I had to call again to get an electrician out. (See Works Department)

==== EUSA ====
Edinburgh University Students Association is the union for Edinburgh University students. They monitor our finances and make sure we’re not being stupid with our use of the building. At the end of the year they take care of any under/over spend so often there is a spending spree just before they empty our coffers. They are also responsible to the University for maintenance to the building, they quite often get left out when you deal directly with the University so try and let them know what’s happening.

==== Exterior Floods ====
We have one Sunflood (500W) lamp above the door and two 1K floods on the roof. The 1k floods were replaced for fringe 2001 because one of the old ones had had the glass break and then a pigeon decided to make it into a nest and was electrocuted. They can be turned on using the exterior floods breaker and the exterior floods switch in the fuse cupboard. You need to turn them both on. Gelling them looks nice but they burn through very quickly.

==== Eyelets ====
Normally in short supply these are a metal loop attached to a screw. They get lost and people always come to you for them so it is worth keeping a few spares. The best place to find them is in the back of flats (See Flats).

== F ==

==== Farnell ====
Electrical and Electronic component supply company. We have a small (£10000) account with them. The catalogue gets delivered periodically so make sure you get it before it gets binned. Our account number is on the catalouge and you will need it when ordering. If you order before 3pm it should arrive the next day.

==== Filling Cabinets ====
We have four, one in the [[Ogg Office]] and two in the main office in which anyone important has a drawer. The [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]]’s drawer is useful for keeping stuff in that you think you’ll need, I normally kept a 4D Maglite, Gaffa, eyelets and proplus there. The accountant, the [[Business Manager]] and the [[President]] are the only people with keys to the cabinet in the [[Ogg Office]]. Currently the fourth cabinet is in the side entrance lobby till someone has a better place for it. The Accountant’s cabinet was new after the old one was trashed when we were broken into [[fringe]] 2001.

==== Fire ====
:See [[Fire]]

==== First Aid ====
There should be a registered first aider on duty when the building is open to the public. It is worth looking into for the Fringe as you’ll have the same staff all month. Legally there should be a first aider around whenever construction is being carried out. First aid training can be arranged from the St Andrew’s Ambulance for about £10 so it might be worth organising a session, especially for the [[committee]] because that way you would have one on duty when the building is open.

==== First Aid Boxes ====
First aid boxes should be found in the office, the box office and the café. There is currently only one public first aid box in the box office and one small first aid kit, not for the public, in the [[café]]. Blue plasters should also normally be found in the kitchen. The first aid boxes need to be monitored to keep their contents up to date, each box has a list of what it should contain on the box. You’ll find that people use up all the plasters without telling you and then complain when they can’t find any.

==== Flats ====
:See [[Flats]]

==== Flat Store ====
:See [[Balconies#Flat_Store|Balconies: Flat Store]]

==== Flooding ====
Do not- I repeat - NOT replace the cover on the drainpipe outside the back fire exit. It causes flooding, and water runs straight down into the foundations, causing the building to collapse even faster than it will already.

==== Floor Boards ====
Most of ours are pretty manky especially the ones under the stage. They are faff to replace and quite expensive.

==== Foyer Lights ====
The Lights in the foyer run off a 12V supply which also feeds the doorbell. The supply is located in the tech box. They are turned on at the switch in the box office and have a tendency to blow.

==== Fresher’s Week ====
This is when we try and sell [[EUTC]] to lots of sweet innocent things straight from high school. Try and keep the building reasonably tidy and concentrate on going out drinking, don’t let them rope you into organising anything. It is a good idea to try and make a decent first impression. There are normally shows happening and they tend to have no budget and ask for lots of favours, try and make them good because good shows attract members.

==== Fringe ====
:See [[Fringe]]

==== Fringe Venue Manager ====
:See [[Committee#Fringe_Venue_Manager|Committee: Fringe Venue Manager]]

==== Fringe Safe ====
An excellent book containing all the information you need to stay safe and legal, definitely worth a read even if you’re not doing the Fringe. Can be obtained from the Fringe Society Office on the High Street, although the Venue Manager (See [[A_to_Z#Fringe Venue Manager|Fringe Venue Manager]]) should be sent a copy. Every Fringe company used to be sent a copy but now only the venue managers get one.

==== Front of House Manager ====

:See [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|Committee: Front of House Manager]]

==== Furniture ====
This breaks down into two sections.
:# Bedlam furniture which is stuff which is used in the everyday life of the theatre so [[café]] stools, tables and the contents of the office. None of this should appear on stage.
:# Set furniture which is mainly kept on the balcony. None of this should appear in the [[café]] or office.

== G ==

==== Gaffa Tape ====
It is much like The Force, in that it has a Dark Side, a Light Side and holds the whole known universe together. Mainterms need to buy their own. You should keep a supply but don't put it all out cos it will walk. It can be bought from many suppliers, with Screwfix being about the cheapest followed by SKL and Blacklight.

==== Gas ====
We have gas powered heating and the meter gets read monthly. We normally spend £1000 yearly on heating the building, although this has risen to about £2000 by trying to keep the actors happy but it didn’t work so this practice has been abandoned…..as long as the cans in the [[café]] don’t freeze, fob them off with an it’s an old cold building and even if I put the heating on 24 hours it would make no difference story.

==== Glass ====
Glass is dangerous stuff in set construction, try and persuade them to use Perspex instead which easier to work with. You shouldn’t need to work about glass because replacing windows comes under keeping the building weather tight which the University is responsible for (See [[#Buildings Agreement|Buildings Agreement]]).

==== Gordon, Mr Jim ====
Supplies us with all our toilet supplies.

==== Grandad Tech ====

The appellation given to the most experienced tech in the room. Normally the oldest ex [[tech manager]] although in the absence of a [[tech manager]] ex [[Theatre Manager]]s may be considered. If there are none of either the title may not be used, but since that chance of there not being one in the pub this is a situation which has never arisen.

==== Greyfriar’s Bobby's Bar ====
:See [[Pubs#Bobbys|Pubs: Bobbys]]

==== Guidelines ====
:See [[Guides#Guidelines|Guides: Guidelines]]

== H ==

==== Hammers ====
:See [[Tools#Hammers|Tools: Hammers]]

==== Hardboard ====
The cheapest wood, it is little more than cardboard. It is useful for covering things although not if you want them to last. It expands when wet so can be used in a shrink to fit fashion like reskinning the stage (See Stage). It can’t really be reused because it just crumbles.

==== Heating System ====
We have a gas powered system, the schematics and instructions for use can be found in the relevant appendix. Be nasty because we can’t afford to heat the building 24/7 and even then the actors would still complain. The tank in the auditorium makes funny noises when the heating turns on or off which scares actors. It also detracts from plays so try and make sure it does not cycle when there is a play on, I spent three weeks with it turning off at 20:00 until I watched a performance and it gurgled for a minute during a quiet bit. OOPS

==== Homebase ====
Convenient DIY store. THEY DO NOT SELL BLACK MATT PAINT!!! (see [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell Paints]]). However, for all other things, not the cheapest option, but quick (especially for first year's who live in Hermit's Croft!).

==== House Lights ====
There are eight house lights which are controlled from the dimmers, usually on channel 48. They used to dim from a small box connected to a power supply halfway down the balcony on House Left next to the trip switches. The small box is still knocking about somewhere, but generally it's much easier to keep them operated from the board. The four of the house lights are wired in the others can be unplugged and moved for conversion projects.

== I ==

==== Ian Russell Paints ====
An independent paint retailer on Marchmont Road. We have an account so you don’t need cash. They keep a stock of matt black especially for us and can get anything if given enough time.

==== Igloo ====

:See [[Pubs#Dropkick Murphy's|Pubs: Dropkick Murphy's]]

==== Intercom ====
:See [[Communication#Intercoms|Communication: Intercoms]]

==== Irn Bru ====
The drink of the techie - it makes a refreshing hangover cure. Often endowed with the fabled negative number membership it’s presence can be seen in the number of 20p deposit bottles. Because of the deposit bottles it can also feed a hungry techie with the equation 6xbottle=chips.

== J ==

==== Jack, Mr David ====
The University Buildings Manager who can help with big maintenance and knowing what permits to get when you want to do things. His number is 0131 650 2475.

==== Jeffreys, Mr Alan ====
He runs Avalon Stage Armoury (See [[#Avalon Stage Armoury|Avalon Stage Armoury]]). He's now located in Glasgow, so plan ahead when thinking about getting ammunition.

== K ==

==== Kennedy, Mr Malcolm ====
Edinburgh District Council’s Building Inspector has been dealing with us for years. He understands how we run but make sure to get the building tidy before he visits. Chances are you will only see him once, during the annual licence inspection but if you change the layout of the theatre like with an auditorium conversion he needs to get a set of plans before you do it and to come and inspect it after you’re finished.

==== Keys ====
:See [[Keys]]

== L ==

==== Leaks ====
:See Heidegger's Theory

==== Leatherman ====
The techies [[#Multitool|multitool]] of choice, there are several main types with the “Supertool” being favourite with the older techs and “Wave” more popular with newer techs. The “Wave” is prettier and more ergo dynamic than the larger “Supertool”. In function they differ little, having a good set of pliers, two blades, one straight, one serrated, a file, a saw several screwdrivers and an can/bottle opener. The “Wave” also has a very good set of scissors. Techies favour the leatherman brand due to their strength and reliability. Though watch out for Gerber multi-tools as well. Favoured more by Americans, the most popular model has spring-release quick access pliers. They're cool because they have replaceable parts, but you can only get them fixed in America.

==== License ====
The main one you need to worry about is the annual theatre license. Ours runs from May 31st for a year. Prior to this date you will be contacted by the four branches of the council who need to look at the theatre. More information can be found in the section on People & Inspections. You might also have to know about Alcohol Licenses for festivals and the fringe. The license we apply for is an Occasional Permissions which we use to turn us into a members/patrons bar. Do not let people apply for an Occasional License because you need a licensed publican which we don’t have. You need to be careful about who can drink when covered by occasional permissions, we normally try to have a policy of members and patrons only. Bedlam does not need an Entertainments License for doing film showing and stuff, we are covered by our theatre license. If you are interested in more info on licenses look in Fringe Safe which goes through all the legal stuff.

==== Licensee ====
Bedlam Theatre’s Licensee is [[EUTC]]’s [[President]]. The [[Theatre Manager]] is their responsible manager and is responsible to them for keeping the building legal. If things go tits up and people die both of you are liable and could be jailed.

==== Lighting Rig ====
Bedlam's lighting rig is 12'6" above the stage, there are 3 long bars along the auditorium and 6 bars which run across the auditorium. Along the 6 shorter bars there are additional conduit bars. From each conduit bar there hang 14 sockets. The other end of the circuits is at the patch panel (See Patch Panel, LX) It should be rehung every few years. It was last rehung Fringe '05.

==== Loop, Endless ====
:See [[#Endless Loop|Endless Loop]]

== M ==

==== Maglite ====
:See [[Tools#Maglite|Tools: Maglite]]

==== Make Up ====
We have recently been given a set of basic stage make-up. Talk to the wardrobe manager if you need it. Some shows use it for effect and few things make more mess than actors either applying or removing make-up. Just make sure the Stage Manager cleans up afterwards and warn them if they don’t realise what a mess it will make. If professional-level make-up/advice is needed the best person to contact is Sarah Cairncross (about_time_scotland@yahoo.co.uk) who is quite good.

==== Maplin ====
A techies toy store. A shop that sells electrical gubbins. They sell cable and connectors as well as all the other stuff that the [[tech manager]] might want. They are now in Gorgie. Schemie camouflage required.

==== MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) ====
A cheap wood substitute that can be used for covering areas, it normally comes in 8’x4’ pieces of varying thickness. It is popular because it is cheap (Being sawdust mixed with glue) but is tends to be brittle and if it gets wet tends to disintergrate. Because it is so brittle it really doesn’t make sensible flooring

==== Microphone Sockets ====
There are several microphone runs from the tech box to the stage cupboard. The end in the tech box can be found behind the sound equipment and the end in the stage cupboard is under the stage beside the steps.

==== Money ====
You’ll have a budget, the [[Business Manager]] can tell you how much you’ve spent. Give the [[Business Manager]] receipts and the appropriate forms and you’ll get cash if it’s less than about £30 or a cheque if it’s more than that. If you need the money quickly cheques can be made to cash but you can only cash them at the Bank of Scotland on George IV Bridge. You can get a cheque for delivery people- ask the business manager.

==== Multitool ====
:See [[Tools#Multitool|Tools: Multitool]]

==== Murray's Tool Stores ====
There are several branches of Murray’s around, they sell decent quality tools at a reasonable price as well as general hardware. They tend to give a discount to [[EUTC]] members, although it’s normally just knocking the pennies off a purchase.

== N ==

==== No ====
The most useful word in your vocabulary (See [[#Yes|Yes]]), just think how much easier your life would be if you had know this word when they asked you to be [[Theatre Manager]]. Now go find a Stage Manager to practice it on……no not the cute ones.

==== No No Nanette ====
A musical of dubious quality.

==== Nuts ====
They get lost and you can never get them to match up with [[#Bolts|bolts]]. Get people to attach them to their bolts when they’re removed from set.

== O ==

==== Opinions ====
What’s one of these then?

==== Outside Companies ====
We try and hire ourselves out because it gets money in and the members get paid for staffing. You need to watch outside companies because often they don’t have a clue as to what’s illegal. I’ve written a set of guidelines and a questionnaire for outside companies. Make sure that whoever is supervising the in knows what they’re doing (Unless you can get the job….try and get paid a technician wage for it not just the general wage). You’ll need to check the set but remember that they’re paying a lot of money so be professional and polite,

== P ==

==== Paint ====
We use lots, the main ones you’ll have to buy in are black and white matt. They can be got from Ian Russell (See [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell]]) or the Paint Shed (See [[#Paint Shed, The|Paint Shed]]) quite cheaply. Don’t let people paint the stage in gloss because it needs to be sanded down before it can be painted over.

==== Paint Brushes ====
We get through a lot of these because people are unable to was them properly. Make sure that you always have white spirit (See White Spirit) in stock so that people can wash gloss off their brushes. Be nasty and keep a couple of nice ones locked away for when you have to paint something.

==== Paint Rollers ====
These are worse than brushes for getting fucked because they are that much more effort to wash. As with brushes yell at people to do it right and make sure you’ve got a nice one locked away for when you need it.

==== Paint Shed, The ====
A large paint shop on Howe Street (Just walk down Fredrick Street and keep going). They can normally get stuff when Ian Russell can’t and are slightly cheaper but a lot further away.

==== Parking ====
Bedlam is on yellow lines,(and upon bricks because of some geordie...see Timms) currently you can load between 0930 and 1700 and park between 1830 and 0800, this means that from 0800 till 0930 and 1700 till 1830 you can’t park at all. To prevent yourself getting parking tickets you need to leave the boot of your car open so that you class as loading, you still have to return to the car every five minutes but at least you don’t get a ticket. If you need to park for longer you can call the [[#Blue Meanie|Parking Attendants]] head office and tell them you’re there officially. I’ve never actually managed to get through to them when I’ve needed to but they’ve assured me that all I need to do is call.

==== Parking Attendant ====
:See [[#Blue Meanie|Blue Meanie]]

==== Panic Button ====
:See [[Communication#Panic_Alarm|Communication: Panic Alarm]]

==== Perspex ====
Used as a glass substitute it is easier to work and a lot safer onstage. It still fractures to give sharp edges so care must be taken and any residue cleaned up. The best way to cut it is with a Stanley knife which takes work and time but persevere.

==== Photocopier ====
We have a photocopy account in the David Hume Tower copy centre (in the basement of the building, across from the creepy canteen).

==== Pigeon Holes ====
Each [[committee]] member has a pigeon hole where you can stick stuff for them, people never check them so it’s better to put notes on the board. They’re useful to use for pending (I can’t be bothered doing it right now) stuff.

==== Plasterwork ====
Most of it’s falling down so watch out what gaffa you remove. Repairing plasterwork takes a degree of skill cos you need to get it good and smooth so only let people who know what they’re doing at it. The trick to it is to build it up in thin layers and then water down the top layer so it goes on smoothly.

==== Police ====
Of limited use in moving [[#Tramps|tramps]] and should be called in the event of theft or assault. The number for St Leonard’s Street police station is 0131 662 1000 - ask for the "Operations Room" if you'd like a constable to come.

==== Posters ====
Shows make posters and they put them up, the [[FoH Manager]] normally monitors the ones FoH and the staff keep them up to date. Legally what you need is for them to be secured at all four corners. To put up posters in Uni Buildings they need to be stamped with the [[EUSA]] logo. If you’re doing them make sure that you stamp the master and photocopy it, rather than having to stamp every individual poster. If you enlarge to A3 do this before stamping because it’s obvious when you enlarge the stamp. All posters should show the [[EUTC]] logo, have the name and address of the theatre, dates and times of the show, ticket prices and the box office phone number.

==== President ====
:See [[President]]

==== Press and Publicity Officer ====
:See [[Marketing Manager]]

==== Printer, Box Office ====
:See [[Box Office]]

==== Productions Manager ====
:See [[Productions Manager]]

== Q ==

==== Quinn, Mr Owen ====
Owen Quinn used to be the [[EUSA]]Buildings Manager, so you may hear some stories about him. He is no longer with us (in the context of EUSA, rather than this temporal world). Take this as you will.

== R ==

==== Red, Rioja/Bedlam (gloss) ====
The colour of red that FoH is painted.

==== Refuse Collection ====
The large 1100L bin (Claymore) outside the [[Ogg Office]] is emptied every Monday, I’ve found that is the best day cos most of the rubbish is created during work-ins on Sundays. During the [[fringe]] you need to get it emptied more often, just call Trade Waste. It was replaced in 2001 because the lid snapped off. It now locks which is something of an inconvenience because people just dump bin bags rather than going and getting the key. The key is just a green plastic thing. Lots of annoying people around tend to stick stuff in the bin if it’s not locked so you’ve got to work out which problem annoys you more.

==== Rostra ====
Bedlam has lots, mainly in standard sizes which is useful. Every time they are used they need to be tested for structural integrity. They are stored on the SR balcony and you’ll probably have trouble finding all the right bits if you’re new to the job.

==== Rubber Gloves ====
We get through an extraordinary number of pairs, it’s normally worth keeping a couple of pairs of extra thick ones for outside. A supply of disposable gloves is useful too but be aware that some people are allergic to latex ones.

== S ==

==== Scaffolding ====
Building scaff correctly is an art form, the trick to it is to build it as strong as possible with as little scaff as possible, using the appropriate clamps (See [[#Scaff Clamps|Scaff Clamps]]), use common sense and get someone who knows what they’re doing. When in doubt build it then jump on it, if it breaks you can probably work out what’s wrong then rebuild it.

==== Scaff Clamps ====
There are several main types of scaff clamps.
:# Right angle: Simple and strong for joining scaff at right angles.
:# Swivel: Simple, not as strong as a right angle but can hold scaff at any angle.
:# Pucklok: Also called a hook clamp, this one should not be used for structural stuff but is a nice simple one for hanging things with.
:# Clamshell: Simple and gives a neat join, you tighten both sides of the clamp with one bolt
:# Band & Plate: Another nice simple one for joining scaff at right angles Bedlam owns lots of these but you need to put the bits together right to give it strength.
:# Sleeve Joint: For joining scaff end on, they tend to get deformed easily and are the most likely clamp to have the nuts stick.
:You can make your life a lot easier by using the right type.

==== Scaff Spanner ====
:see [[Tools#Podger|Tools: Podger]]

==== Scottish Power ====
The people we buy our gas and electricity from, they send people around every month to read the meter, it’s amazing how often I’ve seen the meter men considering how little I’m in office hours.

==== Screwfix ====
They sell all sorts of hardware cheaply. They sell by catalogue and you can get them to bill us. The stuff isn’t fancy but it works.

==== Screwdriver ====
Boring thing for putting screws into bits of wood, there are two main types to worry about, slot and crosshead. With crosshead coming in PoziDrive and Phillips. Techies tend to prefer pozi because you get a better grip. If using a powered driver (See [[#SPT|SPT]]) try not to use slotted screws because you will find that unless you get the exact centre of the screw you will lose grip.

==== Screws ====
The device of choice for holding bits of wood together. Bedlam only seems to stock big or really big screws, finding 1" or smaller screws is difficult. If you don’t know how to use screws yet there’s something wrong.

==== Secretary ====
:See [[Secretary]]

==== Security Grills ====
The Security Grills which obstruct the servery are mainly there to stop Company members from helping themselves. It is possible to unscrew the fixings if you ever really need to but is probably not worth the effort. When we have alcohol stored there are larger “Alcohol” padlocks which can be used. This further restricts the number of people who can access the [[servery]].

==== Set ====
Stuff that goes onstage.
:See [[Set]]

====Set Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Set Manager| Committee: Set Manager]]

==== Sewing Machine ====
There are two broken sewing machines in Bedlam (one black Singer, one light green...something). They are good for set but not for actual sewing although if anyone would like to try and fix them I am well up for that. There is one working sewing bought by Colleen Patterson during her stint as wardrobe manager 06/07, which is a JL100, very easy to use but shouldn't be used by anyone who isn't the wardrobe manager or someone trusted by the wardrobe manager.

==== Show Switch ====
This really useful device can be found in the [[tech box]], it is used for when a show is on. Turning it on causes a red LED above the side [[auditorium]] door to turn on which says show in progress and it silences the intercom in the [[tech box]]. Instead the [[Internal_Building_Communications|intercom]] causes green LEDs to light up along the front of the [[tech box]].

==== Skips ====
Back in the old days before they put up bollards on the fire exit we used to hire skips for when we did a big clear out. It is still possible but more hassle now. It’s best to shop around to find the best deal and remember that you have to bear in mind not just hiring a skip but the times and volumes involved.

==== Small hire charge ====
Applies to anywhere and anyone (especially our [[Fringe]] rivals!) who want to “borrow” tables, people, things, a brush, flyer space, toilet rolls, costumes, etc.

==== Smoking ====

It's illegal to do so in the building, even the [[box office]] or on[[stage]]. Blame the Scottish Executive.

==== Soap ====
There are soap dispensers in the [[toilets]] and [[café]], there could do with being soap dispensers in the kitchen and paint cupboard. They are refilled by opening them with the L-shaped key, then remove the clear bottle. The bottle can then be refilled with liquid soap from a larger container. To reinsert the bottle you can either try and show off, just plunging it in or you can remove the holder by holding down the white tab and pulling it out. The bottle can then be reinserted and turned upside down without making a mess. To finish slam the soap dispenser closed.

==== Sound System ====
:see [[Sound]]

==== SPT ====
Sexy Power Tool eg powered screwdriver/drill

==== Stage ====
:See [[Stage]]

==== Stage Monitor ====
This is a microphone which picks up what’s happening on stage and then feeds it to the [[tech box]] and [[dressing room]]. It is powered by an AA battery in a little black box at the stage left end of the [[tech box]]. The On/Off control is also built into this box. The feed in the [[tech box]] can be turned off at the white box at the stage right end of the [[tech box]], which switches between Monitor and PFL. The microphone is situated at the back of the [[auditorium]] so you can hear what the directors say to their friends straight after the show comes down.

==== Stage Weight ====
These are big lumps of metal that you use to hold flats (See [[#Flats|Flats]]) in place. They are placed on the end of stage braces (See [[#Braces, Stage|Braces, Stage]]) so they don’t move and you can also secure the bases of flats with them to stop people kicking them.

==== Stamps ====
Two types, the first is for sending letters and if you can’t use these you’ve got a problem, especially as now you don’t even have to lick them. The other is the [[EUSA]] stamp which all posters in [[EUSA]] buildings must have on or they’ll just get ripped down. We have a computer version of the [[EUSA]] stamp to put on posters- ask publicity manager.

== T ==

==== T-Shirts ====
Most mainterms do T-Shirts of some kind, make sure if you want one that you get one for any shows, you can justify it if they ask what you’ve done for the show by telling them you’re letting it happen.

====Technicians ====

:See [[Technical]]

==== Tech, Granddaddy ====
:see [[#Grandad Tech|Grandad Tech]]

==== Tech Manager ====
:See [[Tech manager]]

==== Telewest ====
The company that we get out phone from.

==== Tequila Club ====
:See [[Tequila Club]]

==== Test, PAT (Portable Appliance Test) ====
This is the test that the University administers to anything with a plug. Technically everything should be tested but we have some things that cease to exist (quantum effect) when the PAT test man comes around. It needs done yearly although cable should be done every six months.

==== Teviot Key ====
We keep a key in [[Teviot]] to stop [[committee]] members getting phone calls at random times by people needing into the building. The key is attached to a bit of wood because the first person to sign it out returned their house keys and didn’t think to go in and swap before I got phone calls from people who thought the key was broken. Even worse is that this was a [[committee]] member (Generally referred to as the weakest link) who had their own side door key anyway.

==== Theatre Manager ====
Knows everything. No no, EVERYTHING.
:See [[Theatre Manager]]

==== Toilet Paper ====
Normally used for wiping your arse. There are people who try and use this stuff for sets even going so far as to tell you that they’ve sprayed it with flamcheck so what’s the problem? When it’s actually being used for it’s main purpose it needs to be put in the dispensers because otherwise more goes on the floor than in the toilet. Make sure that every time there is a show they get completely refilled and you should be fine. You’ll find that when it runs out people use green towels to wipe their bums rather than going and refilling the dispensers.

==== Tools ====
:See [[Tools]]

==== Trade Waste ====
The people responsible for Claymore (See [[#Bins|Bins]]) they empty it once a week. You can call them on 0131 469 5655 if you need extra uplifts or to find out what’s happening if you find it’s not been emptied or emptied on the wrong day. You’ll normally get an answer phone not a real person but they normally call back in about an hour.

==== Trap Doors ====
There are two in the stage they go down into the crypt, other than that there are several on the balcony, one in each toilet, two in the main office and one in the costume cupboard. The ones on the balcony open to let you at hidey holes The ones in the office let you under the floor. The one in the gents lets you under the floor and you can technically climb through to the crypt, although slimmer [[Theatre Manager]]s than I have got stuck half way. The trap door in the ladies goes into a little room under the floor. The trap door in the costume cupboard leads down to the stage left exit, there are normally things ontop of this trap door so it is of limited use.

== U ==

==== University ====
Technically the reason you’re here.

==== University Furniture ====
The University owns lots of nice antique furniture but you have to ask before you can borrow it. The person to ask is….

== V ==

==== Videoing Shows ====
Technically this is kind of illegal because it infringes on copyright but often there is a "Copy for our archives" get out clause in the rights. There are two main ways of doing this, either sitting in the audience or doing it from the balcony. Be aware that you still have to obey the fire regulations so is they’re using a tripod it really needs to be at the end of the back row and since it will interfere with more than one seat there will need to be more tickets taken out of the computer. The projection hole is also useful for placing cameras into especially as from here they’re often close enough to plug the [[#Stage Monitor|Stage Monitor]] into.

==== Venue Hire Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Venue Hire Manager| Committee : Venue Hire Manager]]

== W ==

==== Wardrobe Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Wardrobe Manager|Committee: Wardrobe Manager]]

==== Water Supply ====
We have two tanks, one large one for the [[toilets]] and [[café]] which is situated on the balcony under the wood store, the other is located high on the stage left balcony which feeds the heating system. The heating system one gurgles when it turns on or off. We are metered so make sure people turn off taps and stuff.

==== Washers ====
These are metal disks which you can use to stop bits rubbing or give a larger surface area when fixing. These are vital on lantern hook clamps along with a Spring Washer. See Spring washer.

==== Webmaster ====
:see [[Non-Committee Positions#Webmaster|Non-Committee Positions: Webmaster]]

==== Web Site ====
Our best advertising because it is available on a sensible address ([http://www.bedlamtheatre.co.uk www.bedlamtheatre.co.uk]) and anyone can check it.

==== White lines ====
All steps should have while lines on them, this is especially true of ones which are painted black. The important ones are the FoH ones on which the white lines should be at least on inch wide. Painting white lines is harder than you thing because you need to mask them well but the steps that you’re putting them onto will probably not be dry yet and the paint will come off when you remove the tape. The way to get around this is to wait a couple of days with the tape on and then dissolve it with water, leaving immaculate white lines. You will also find that no matter how many wet paint signs you put up someone will walk up the steps and spoil your lines. This is generally done at Fringe time but could well need done at other points.

==== White Paint ====
You should keep a supply of this just cos it’s useful and lunchtimes will want it. It’s slightly cheaper that black but not by much. It can be bought from Ian Russell (See [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell]]) or the Paint Shed (See [[#Paint Shed, The|Paint Shed]]) in 5L tubs. Buy Matt paint for general use and a smaller tin of Gloss for the painting of some woodwork around the building and the white lines (see above). Do not use Gloss on stage it's nasty to light and almost impossible to paint over.

==== Windows ====
Get them cleaned when you can, I try and get it done at work ins. If they get broken report it to Estates and buildings who have to repair them as part of the buildings agreement (See [[#Buildings Agreement|Buildings Agreement]]). You’ll find that quite often the little panes of glass get broken on Friday/Saturday nights. Try and get this reported as soon as possible. The windows on both sides were replaced in late 2006 by the works department.

==== Wing Nuts/Bolts ====
:See [[#Nuts|Nuts]], See [[#Bolts|Bolts]] just these ones are designed to be done up by hand.

==== Wood ====
Wood comes in lots of types and sizes (See Chipboard, See [[#MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard)|MDF]], See Wood, Laminated). We shouldn’t store any on the balconies because it’s a fire hazard but we do. There is a wood store at the back behind the tech box which was built and altered at the request of the Fire Officer. For wood to be used onstage it should be painted on all sides. You need to do it right in the Fringe because the fire officer might well check. This includes visiting companies sets.

==== Works Department ====
The arm of the University that does all the maintenance work, they’re pretty slow but they do come out and do stuff. If something needs done quickly tell them and they can put it through as a priority job (Like doors needing replaced). Be nice and polite even if their workmen turn up twenty minutes before a lunchtime to fix the toilets. There is a long term belief within the works department that we either don't exist or will stop existing soon. This makes it hard to persuade them to spend time and money on the building. Things have improved in 2006 due to a new manager being appointed.

== X ==

==== X-ray machine ====
nope, Bedlam doesn't have one of those

== Y ==

==== Yes ====
Possibly the most dangerous word there is (See [[#No|No]]) especially if you’re saying it…then only problem is that you probably started this job with yes. Now think about all the trouble it’s caused you and don’t do it again.

====Youth Project====
See [[Youth project]]

== Z ==

==== Zippo Lighters ====
Dangerous nasty things these, they’re not allowed onstage because they don’t go out if you drop them which is bad (Although not as bad as when a pissed [[committee]] member drops a lit one into your lap at [[Teviot]]).

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== A ==

==== Abus ====
Brand of padlocks Bedlam uses for both standard and alcohol locks on the [[café]] and the fire exit and main door security. Typically, the corresponding keys should only come in two sizes, however a load exist on the TM keys to which there don't appear to be any locks. Each padlock should have a number on it, so if you take the padlock to a locksmith, you should be able to get more padlocks/keys that are the same lock.

==== Actors ====
:See [[Actor]]s

==== Adam House ====
:See [[Other theatres#Adam House| Other theatres: Adam House]]

==== AGM - Annual General Meeting ====
Outgoing [[committee]] reports explaining what they have done during their year are given. The [[committee]] for the coming year is elected. Fringe shows are proposed and selected. Any other large motions affecting the running of the company are proposed and debated. Loads of talk happens about the constitution. Bring a pen, a book and a crate of booze.

==== AJ ====
:See [[Tools#AJ| Tools: AJ]]

==== Archivist ====
:See [[Committee#Archivist| Committee: Archivist]]

==== Argument ====
:See [[#AGM - Annual General Meeting|AGM]], [[Current events#Regular Events|Company meetings]], [[Pubs]] etc

==== Art ====
What the [[EUTC]] is technically all about to promote. “Art holds up a mirror to the universe” but since the universe is infinite, there is no mirror large enough therefore art is crap. (nb this is not to be confused with painting. painting is pretty.)

==== Avalon Stage Armoury ====
Have known moved to Glasgow (I think). Run by Alan Jeffreys. Make sure to phone before you go there because chances are he’ll not be in. Make sure anything borrowed gets returned on time, in a decent state and people pay promptly. He’s reasonably cheap and the only place around that hires stage armoury out.

==== Auditorium ====
:See [[Auditorium]]

== B ==

==== Banners ====
We have two wood and six canvas:
- The wood ones are:- one is a large rectangle which is used for mainterms and one is a large [[Fat Cat]] which can be used during the fringe. The mainterm one gets repainted for each show and should get painted in gloss for water proofing reasons. The banners are tied to the eyelets on the front of the building and when the fat cat gets put up the head needs to be tied to the stonework which requires climbing skills.
- The Canvas ones are for fringe use only. The hang for canvas baners is approx 4.5m and are normally hung from the towers above the red notice boards. Eyelets exist for this purpose. and comprise:
-- Two red banners that say "Bedlam" and "Theatre"
-- Two that have giant Becks bottles and Venue 49 on them. The Becks banners were part of a sponsorship deal in years past and do not have to be hung. There are/were also some Cobra banners for a similar reason.
-- Two 5m length blue Deuchas IPA with the words "Bedlam Theatre, Venue 49". Please note the 5m length for a 4.5m hang, in Fringe 2007 they were suspended on a secured scaffolding structure on top of each tower. Lighting was also put on top of each of the scaffolding structures. It worked well, however make sure you put the banners flat against the wall or they will blow out and rip out from the eyelets.

==== Barrett, Mr David ====
He is incharge of the Electrical department of Estates and Buildings. His phone number is 0131 650 2484. We should get him to organise any electrical installations we get.

==== Bedlam Red (gloss) ====
This is the colour that FoH woodwork is painted. It can be bought from Ian Russell and is called "rioja red."

==== Bins ====
There are bins through out the building with black liners in. They are never emptied unless the [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]], the [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|FoH Manager]] or the Duty Manager tells someone to do it, although any member of the company can if they like. The large bin outside the side entrance ("Claymore") gets emptied on a Monday Morning and the lid was replaced after the old one snapped off in 2001. Watch out about overloading it, the bin men can become angry. It was once filled with scrap metal and almost broke the bin lorry. The key to Claymore is the green plastic thing on the Duty Manager's keys, TM keys, and others. The FoH bins are located round the front of the building on either side of the door, they were re-located there to prevent tramp mis-use. These bins occasionally have needles left in or near them, be careful when emptying. The key to the FoH bins is the metal tab thing on the [[FoH manager]]'s keys.

==== Bin Bags ====
Readily available to company members in the cleaning cupboard, it’s amazing that some long standing members have to ask you where they are.

Don't waste them because then we have to spend money getting more when we could be spending that money on cool shit like softer bog roll or new tools or lanterns.

==== Black Light ====
:See [[Lighting Hire]]

==== Black Techie ====
:See [[Black Techie]]

==== Blackwood, Alan ====
EUSA Buildings Manager. Not Owen Quinn.

==== Bleach ====
Buy it in big 5l bottles, great for cleaning the [[toilets]] and for pouring over the backstage exit when someone has forgotten to lock it and it’s been pissed on, less of a problem now it's not a bog. Also works as a weed killer.

==== Blue Meanie ====
The Edinburgh term for Parking Attendant, they’re the nasty people who fine you if you park in the wrong place. See parking for how to get away with parking at Bedlam. They live on Chambers Street so never park here illegally because it’s the first and last place they check. They also have offices on Garden Terrace so watch out if you park here.

==== Bobbys ====
:See [[Pubs#Bobbies|Pubs: Bobbys]]

==== Bolts ====
Really useful for holding things together but you can never find a matching set. People are to be encouraged to attach nuts and washers to them when they add them to the collection.

==== Braces, Stage ====
:See: [[Braces]]

==== Brika Float ====
A yummy thing consisting of ice cream stuck in the bottom of a pint glass and Smirnoff Ice poured in on top of it. There may be stirring involved depending on how sloshed you are already and how much you really care. Invented by a strange Canadian and occasionally served in the Bedlam [[café]] on pain of loud squealy sounds.

==== Broom, Alastair ====
Part Techie, Part Author (of the 1991 revision of this manual). Complete saint and has been known to be witty on occasion.
:See: [[User:AlTheTechie]]

==== Buildings Agreement ====
:See: [[Buildings Agreement]]

==== Business Manager ====
:See: [[Business Manager]]

== C ==

==== Cable ====
Mains cable is best bought from Blacklight. Fancy cable can be bought from Farnell (See [[#Farnell|Farnell]]) or from Maplin (See [[#Maplin|Maplin]])

==== Café ====
:See [[Café]]

==== Cans/Comms ====
:See [[Comms]]
==== Cappadocia ====
:See [[Take Aways]]

==== Carpet ====
Ok, there are lots of carpets around and they were replaced in: [[Ogg Office]] 1999, Side Entrance fringe 2001, [[Auditorium]] 1998 with tiles added 2005, [[Dressing room]] 2000. Carpet is stored on the [[balcony]] under the floor of the [[workshop]] area which can be accessed by moving the steps which lead down to the scaff store. The carpet in the dressing room is guaranteed for five years against most of the stuff that happens to it but you have try to clean it with the stuff they provided first which has since been lost. The paperwork can be found in the [[Theatre Manager]]’s drawer in the guarantees section. The carpet in the side entrance and auditorium walkways are tiles so that when too much paint is spilled on them you can just replace the affected tiles.

==== Ceilidhs ====
Fun and joy! Go, go dance like a crazy person! See [http://www.teannaich.com Teannaich]

==== Central Fish and Chip Shop ====
:See [[Take Aways]]

==== Cigarettes ====
Look in the show section for "[[Production Guidelines - Lunchtimes#Fire, firearms and smoking|Smoking on stage]]" guidelines. It's amazing how many times you have to tell people not to smoke in the auditorium, especially now that smoking is illegal in the building. Make sure there is a copious amount of No Smoking signs throughout the building, even in the box office.

==== Cigars ====
For when pissed and dressed up (Or end of fringe). See [[#Cigarettes|Cigarettes]]

==== Cloth/Material ====
Can be purchased from Edinburgh Fabrics on South Clerk Street, which has the advantage of being very close and has reasonable prices (ask for student discount). If you are buying a lot it is generally worth it to go to the Cloth Shop in Leith (at the end of Broughton Road, you can walk there from Bedlam in about forty minutes) which has a better selection and can be cheaper for buying in bulk. If you need speciality fabrics there is also Mandors on East Claremont Street, but they can be pricey. Ask the wardrobe manager before buying because we have rather a lot of spare material in the costume cupboard.

==== Construction ====
This tends to be a bit of a nightmare and any major undertakings should be vetoed in the [[Theatre Manager]]’s Questionnaire stage. You need to keep an eye on people doing it because it’s amazing the number of [[actor]]s who will try and use power tools without knowing anything about what they’re doing. Construction should not happen in FoH areas without the permission of the [[Theatre Manager]] and the [[FoH Manager]]. [[Café]] furniture should not be used in construction because it gets damaged. Allowing construction in the [[Office]] is not sensible because it makes a mess and the [[president]] rarely tidies.

==== Cooker, kitchen ====

:See: [[Guide_to_Building#Cooker|Guide to Building - Cooker]]

==== Costume Cupboard ====
:See [[Costuming]] or [[Costume Cupboard]]

==== Counter, Box Office ====
:See [[Box Office#Counter|Box Office - Counter]]

== D ==

==== Degree ====

# Unit of temperature, normally low in the auditorium and too high in the office, just right in the [[café]].
# Level of education, normally gained at University. Technically this is what you’re here for, try not to forget although don’t neglect the building.

==== Desk, Office ====
We have 2 working desks! Woot!

==== Detergent ====
Buy it in big 5L containers.

==== Directors ====
Most problem sets are not due to SMs but directors demanding them and not knowing how to build them. Useful for cleaning the [[toilets]]at work ins.

==== Disabled Access ====
The only disabled access to the theatre is through the side entrance. This classes as only limited access as people can’t use it when a show is on. Make sure box office staff know to tell them to turn up 20 mins before the performance so they’re not left sitting in the rain.

==== Disabled Legislation ====
By 2003 all public buildings must have full disabled access. We should build a ramp into the main doors.

==== Disabled Seats ====
The two seats on the front row stage left are easily removes, you just have to remove the four coach bolts and they lift out in a block. It’s a lot easier than the old practice of having to take two seats apart. You just have to make sure that the box office staff reduce the number of seats available for the performance. Always make sure you know about any disabled people who book themselves in, most will because they do recognise that we have to make special provision.

==== Disabled Toilets ====
We really need to have these so we can go in the fringe programme as having disabled facilities. The legislation sets a minimum door width, the doors must open outwards and you need to be able to open them from the outside.

==== Doorbell ====
:see [[Communication#Doorbell|Communication: Doorbell]]

== E ==

==== EDC ====
Edinburgh District Council. 200 2000. For Trade Waste, Licensing, Listed Building stuff.

==== EIF ====
Edinburgh International Festival. Runs at a similar time to the Fringe but tends to be big events like opera and concerts. Finishes with the Firework concert which is held in Prince’s Street Gardens and rivals the Hogmanay display.

==== Electrical work ====
You can normally get away with minor stuff like changing light bulbs. We’re definitely not allowed to do mains wiring which is why there are a few interesting cable runs in which look like real sockets but the cable runs to a plug which gets put into a wall socket (much confusion when someone unplugs it).

==== Electrical Mishaps ====
Try not to have any. Hope the fuses blow and the PCBs work. It is possible to survive a 415V 100A shock but the odds are against you so try and be safe.

==== Electrical Rating ====
Explanation. Bedlam is supplied with a full supply of three phases (Red, Blue and Yellow - EEC rules state these are now called Live 1,2,3 and coloured Black, Grey and Brown adding to everybody's pain.) each at 100A, 240V. General building power is drawn from the Red phase.

==== Electricity Bills ====
A man comes around every so often and checks the meter and we get billed monthly. The annual bill is around £2500. Try and remember to turn the lights off.

==== Endless Loop ====
:See [[#Loop, Endless|Loop, Endless]].

==== Entertainments Manager ====
Their big job through the year is to organise the ball, but sometimes fail to understand that what your average techie wants is food followed by a celeidh with lots of booze in the middle. [[Committee#Entertainments_Manager | Committee: Entertainments Manager]]

==== Estates and Buildings ====
The department of the University that is responsible for keeping Bedlam upright and weather tight. You will probably be on the phone to them every other week getting stuff fixed. They try to be helpful but you need to get put through to the right department…. We had a problem with the boiler in the kitchen and they sent us a plumber when what it needed was an electrician and the plumber said all the pipes were fine and went away again and I had to call again to get an electrician out. (See Works Department)

==== EUSA ====
Edinburgh University Students Association is the union for Edinburgh University students. They monitor our finances and make sure we’re not being stupid with our use of the building. At the end of the year they take care of any under/over spend so often there is a spending spree just before they empty our coffers. They are also responsible to the University for maintenance to the building, they quite often get left out when you deal directly with the University so try and let them know what’s happening.

==== Exterior Floods ====
We have one Sunflood (500W) lamp above the door and two 1K floods on the roof. The 1k floods were replaced for fringe 2001 because one of the old ones had had the glass break and then a pigeon decided to make it into a nest and was electrocuted. They can be turned on using the exterior floods breaker and the exterior floods switch in the fuse cupboard. You need to turn them both on. Gelling them looks nice but they burn through very quickly.

==== Eyelets ====
Normally in short supply these are a metal loop attached to a screw. They get lost and people always come to you for them so it is worth keeping a few spares. The best place to find them is in the back of flats (See Flats).

== F ==

==== Farnell ====
Electrical and Electronic component supply company. We have a small (£10000) account with them. The catalogue gets delivered periodically so make sure you get it before it gets binned. Our account number is on the catalouge and you will need it when ordering. If you order before 3pm it should arrive the next day.

==== Filling Cabinets ====
We have four, one in the [[Ogg Office]] and two in the main office in which anyone important has a drawer. The [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]]’s drawer is useful for keeping stuff in that you think you’ll need, I normally kept a 4D Maglite, Gaffa, eyelets and proplus there. The accountant, the [[Business Manager]] and the [[President]] are the only people with keys to the cabinet in the [[Ogg Office]]. Currently the fourth cabinet is in the side entrance lobby till someone has a better place for it. The Accountant’s cabinet was new after the old one was trashed when we were broken into [[fringe]] 2001.

==== Fire ====
:See [[Fire]]

==== First Aid ====
There should be a registered first aider on duty when the building is open to the public. It is worth looking into for the Fringe as you’ll have the same staff all month. Legally there should be a first aider around whenever construction is being carried out. First aid training can be arranged from the St Andrew’s Ambulance for about £10 so it might be worth organising a session, especially for the [[committee]] because that way you would have one on duty when the building is open.

==== First Aid Boxes ====
First aid boxes should be found in the office, the box office and the café. There is currently only one public first aid box in the box office and one small first aid kit, not for the public, in the [[café]]. Blue plasters should also normally be found in the kitchen. The first aid boxes need to be monitored to keep their contents up to date, each box has a list of what it should contain on the box. You’ll find that people use up all the plasters without telling you and then complain when they can’t find any.

==== Flats ====
:See [[Flats]]

==== Flat Store ====
:See [[Balconies#Flat_Store|Balconies: Flat Store]]

==== Flooding ====
Do not- I repeat - NOT replace the cover on the drainpipe outside the back fire exit. It causes flooding, and water runs straight down into the foundations, causing the building to collapse even faster than it will already.

==== Floor Boards ====
Most of ours are pretty manky especially the ones under the stage. They are faff to replace and quite expensive.

==== Foyer Lights ====
The Lights in the foyer run off a 12V supply which also feeds the doorbell. The supply is located in the tech box. They are turned on at the switch in the box office and have a tendency to blow.

==== Fresher’s Week ====
This is when we try and sell [[EUTC]] to lots of sweet innocent things straight from high school. Try and keep the building reasonably tidy and concentrate on going out drinking, don’t let them rope you into organising anything. It is a good idea to try and make a decent first impression. There are normally shows happening and they tend to have no budget and ask for lots of favours, try and make them good because good shows attract members.

==== Fringe ====
:See [[Fringe]]

==== Fringe Venue Manager ====
:See [[Committee#Fringe_Venue_Manager|Committee: Fringe Venue Manager]]

==== Fringe Safe ====
An excellent book containing all the information you need to stay safe and legal, definitely worth a read even if you’re not doing the Fringe. Can be obtained from the Fringe Society Office on the High Street, although the Venue Manager (See [[A_to_Z#Fringe Venue Manager|Fringe Venue Manager]]) should be sent a copy. Every Fringe company used to be sent a copy but now only the venue managers get one.

==== Front of House Manager ====

:See [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|Committee: Front of House Manager]]

==== Furniture ====
This breaks down into two sections.
:# Bedlam furniture which is stuff which is used in the everyday life of the theatre so [[café]] stools, tables and the contents of the office. None of this should appear on stage.
:# Set furniture which is mainly kept on the balcony. None of this should appear in the [[café]] or office.

== G ==

==== Gaffa Tape ====
It is much like The Force, in that it has a Dark Side, a Light Side and holds the whole known universe together. Mainterms need to buy their own. You should keep a supply but don't put it all out cos it will walk. It can be bought from many suppliers, with Screwfix being about the cheapest followed by SKL and Blacklight.

==== Gas ====
We have gas powered heating and the meter gets read monthly. We normally spend £1000 yearly on heating the building, although this has risen to about £2000 by trying to keep the actors happy but it didn’t work so this practice has been abandoned…..as long as the cans in the [[café]] don’t freeze, fob them off with an it’s an old cold building and even if I put the heating on 24 hours it would make no difference story.

==== Glass ====
Glass is dangerous stuff in set construction, try and persuade them to use Perspex instead which easier to work with. You shouldn’t need to work about glass because replacing windows comes under keeping the building weather tight which the University is responsible for (See [[#Buildings Agreement|Buildings Agreement]]).

==== Gordon, Mr Jim ====
Supplies us with all our toilet supplies.

==== Grandad Tech ====

The appellation given to the most experienced tech in the room. Normally the oldest ex [[tech manager]] although in the absence of a [[tech manager]] ex [[Theatre Manager]]s may be considered. If there are none of either the title may not be used, but since that chance of there not being one in the pub this is a situation which has never arisen.

==== Greyfriar’s Bobby's Bar ====
:See [[Pubs#Bobbys|Pubs: Bobbys]]

==== Guidelines ====
:See [[Guides#Guidelines|Guides: Guidelines]]

== H ==

==== Hammers ====
:See [[Tools#Hammers|Tools: Hammers]]

==== Hardboard ====
The cheapest wood, it is little more than cardboard. It is useful for covering things although not if you want them to last. It expands when wet so can be used in a shrink to fit fashion like reskinning the stage (See Stage). It can’t really be reused because it just crumbles.

==== Heating System ====
We have a gas powered system, the schematics and instructions for use can be found in the relevant appendix. Be nasty because we can’t afford to heat the building 24/7 and even then the actors would still complain. The tank in the auditorium makes funny noises when the heating turns on or off which scares actors. It also detracts from plays so try and make sure it does not cycle when there is a play on, I spent three weeks with it turning off at 20:00 until I watched a performance and it gurgled for a minute during a quiet bit. OOPS

==== Homebase ====
Convenient DIY store. THEY DO NOT SELL BLACK MATT PAINT!!! (see [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell Paints]]). However, for all other things, not the cheapest option, but quick (especially for first year's who live in Hermit's Croft!).

==== House Lights ====
There are eight house lights which are controlled from the dimmers, usually on channel 48. They used to dim from a small box connected to a power supply halfway down the balcony on House Left next to the trip switches. The small box is still knocking about somewhere, but generally it's much easier to keep them operated from the board. The four of the house lights are wired in the others can be unplugged and moved for conversion projects.

== I ==

==== Ian Russell Paints ====
An independent paint retailer on Marchmont Road. We have an account so you don’t need cash. They keep a stock of matt black especially for us and can get anything if given enough time.

==== Igloo ====

:See [[Pubs#Dropkick Murphy's|Pubs: Dropkick Murphy's]]

==== Intercom ====
:See [[Communication#Intercoms|Communication: Intercoms]]

==== Irn Bru ====
The drink of the techie - it makes a refreshing hangover cure. Often endowed with the fabled negative number membership it’s presence can be seen in the number of 20p deposit bottles. Because of the deposit bottles it can also feed a hungry techie with the equation 6xbottle=chips.

== J ==

==== Jack, Mr David ====
The University Buildings Manager who can help with big maintenance and knowing what permits to get when you want to do things. His number is 0131 650 2475.

==== Jeffreys, Mr Alan ====
He runs Avalon Stage Armoury (See [[#Avalon Stage Armoury|Avalon Stage Armoury]]). He's now located in Glasgow, so plan ahead when thinking about getting ammunition.

== K ==

==== Kennedy, Mr Malcolm ====
Edinburgh District Council’s Building Inspector has been dealing with us for years. He understands how we run but make sure to get the building tidy before he visits. Chances are you will only see him once, during the annual licence inspection but if you change the layout of the theatre like with an auditorium conversion he needs to get a set of plans before you do it and to come and inspect it after you’re finished.

==== Keys ====
:See [[Keys]]

== L ==

==== Leaks ====
:See Heidegger's Theory

==== Leatherman ====
The techies [[#Multitool|multitool]] of choice, there are several main types with the “Supertool” being favourite with the older techs and “Wave” more popular with newer techs. The “Wave” is prettier and more ergo dynamic than the larger “Supertool”. In function they differ little, having a good set of pliers, two blades, one straight, one serrated, a file, a saw several screwdrivers and an can/bottle opener. The “Wave” also has a very good set of scissors. Techies favour the leatherman brand due to their strength and reliability. Though watch out for Gerber multi-tools as well. Favoured more by Americans, the most popular model has spring-release quick access pliers. They're cool because they have replaceable parts, but you can only get them fixed in America.

==== License ====
The main one you need to worry about is the annual theatre license. Ours runs from May 31st for a year. Prior to this date you will be contacted by the four branches of the council who need to look at the theatre. More information can be found in the section on People & Inspections. You might also have to know about Alcohol Licenses for festivals and the fringe. The license we apply for is an Occasional Permissions which we use to turn us into a members/patrons bar. Do not let people apply for an Occasional License because you need a licensed publican which we don’t have. You need to be careful about who can drink when covered by occasional permissions, we normally try to have a policy of members and patrons only. Bedlam does not need an Entertainments License for doing film showing and stuff, we are covered by our theatre license. If you are interested in more info on licenses look in Fringe Safe which goes through all the legal stuff.

==== Licensee ====
Bedlam Theatre’s Licensee is [[EUTC]]’s [[President]]. The [[Theatre Manager]] is their responsible manager and is responsible to them for keeping the building legal. If things go tits up and people die both of you are liable and could be jailed.

==== Lighting Rig ====
Bedlam's lighting rig is 12'6" above the stage, there are 3 long bars along the auditorium and 6 bars which run across the auditorium. Along the 6 shorter bars there are additional conduit bars. From each conduit bar there hang 14 sockets. The other end of the circuits is at the patch panel (See Patch Panel, LX) It should be rehung every few years. It was last rehung Fringe '05.

==== Loop, Endless ====
:See [[#Endless Loop|Endless Loop]]

== M ==

==== Maglite ====
:See [[Tools#Maglite|Tools: Maglite]]

==== Make Up ====
We have recently been given a set of basic stage make-up. Talk to the wardrobe manager if you need it. Some shows use it for effect and few things make more mess than actors either applying or removing make-up. Just make sure the Stage Manager cleans up afterwards and warn them if they don’t realise what a mess it will make. If professional-level make-up/advice is needed the best person to contact is Sarah Cairncross (about_time_scotland@yahoo.co.uk) who is quite good.

==== Maplin ====
A techies toy store. A shop that sells electrical gubbins. They sell cable and connectors as well as all the other stuff that the [[tech manager]] might want. They are now in Gorgie. Schemie camouflage required.

==== MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) ====
A cheap wood substitute that can be used for covering areas, it normally comes in 8’x4’ pieces of varying thickness. It is popular because it is cheap (Being sawdust mixed with glue) but is tends to be brittle and if it gets wet tends to disintergrate. Because it is so brittle it really doesn’t make sensible flooring

==== Microphone Sockets ====
There are several microphone runs from the tech box to the stage cupboard. The end in the tech box can be found behind the sound equipment and the end in the stage cupboard is under the stage beside the steps.

==== Money ====
You’ll have a budget, the [[Business Manager]] can tell you how much you’ve spent. Give the [[Business Manager]] receipts and the appropriate forms and you’ll get cash if it’s less than about £30 or a cheque if it’s more than that. If you need the money quickly cheques can be made to cash but you can only cash them at the Bank of Scotland on George IV Bridge. You can get a cheque for delivery people- ask the business manager.

==== Multitool ====
:See [[Tools#Multitool|Tools: Multitool]]

==== Murray's Tool Stores ====
There are several branches of Murray’s around, they sell decent quality tools at a reasonable price as well as general hardware. They tend to give a discount to [[EUTC]] members, although it’s normally just knocking the pennies off a purchase.

== N ==

==== No ====
The most useful word in your vocabulary (See [[#Yes|Yes]]), just think how much easier your life would be if you had know this word when they asked you to be [[Theatre Manager]]. Now go find a Stage Manager to practice it on……no not the cute ones.

==== No No Nanette ====
A musical of dubious quality.

==== Nuts ====
They get lost and you can never get them to match up with [[#Bolts|bolts]]. Get people to attach them to their bolts when they’re removed from set.

== O ==

==== Opinions ====
What’s one of these then?

==== Outside Companies ====
We try and hire ourselves out because it gets money in and the members get paid for staffing. You need to watch outside companies because often they don’t have a clue as to what’s illegal. I’ve written a set of guidelines and a questionnaire for outside companies. Make sure that whoever is supervising the in knows what they’re doing (Unless you can get the job….try and get paid a technician wage for it not just the general wage). You’ll need to check the set but remember that they’re paying a lot of money so be professional and polite,

== P ==

==== Paint ====
We use lots, the main ones you’ll have to buy in are black and white matt. They can be got from Ian Russell (See [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell]]) or the Paint Shed (See [[#Paint Shed, The|Paint Shed]]) quite cheaply. Don’t let people paint the stage in gloss because it needs to be sanded down before it can be painted over.

==== Paint Brushes ====
We get through a lot of these because people are unable to was them properly. Make sure that you always have white spirit (See White Spirit) in stock so that people can wash gloss off their brushes. Be nasty and keep a couple of nice ones locked away for when you have to paint something.

==== Paint Rollers ====
These are worse than brushes for getting fucked because they are that much more effort to wash. As with brushes yell at people to do it right and make sure you’ve got a nice one locked away for when you need it.

==== Paint Shed, The ====
A large paint shop on Howe Street (Just walk down Fredrick Street and keep going). They can normally get stuff when Ian Russell can’t and are slightly cheaper but a lot further away.

==== Parking ====
Bedlam is on yellow lines,(and upon bricks because of some geordie...see Timms) currently you can load between 0930 and 1700 and park between 1830 and 0800, this means that from 0800 till 0930 and 1700 till 1830 you can’t park at all. To prevent yourself getting parking tickets you need to leave the boot of your car open so that you class as loading, you still have to return to the car every five minutes but at least you don’t get a ticket. If you need to park for longer you can call the [[#Blue Meanie|Parking Attendants]] head office and tell them you’re there officially. I’ve never actually managed to get through to them when I’ve needed to but they’ve assured me that all I need to do is call.

==== Parking Attendant ====
:See [[#Blue Meanie|Blue Meanie]]

==== Panic Button ====
:See [[Communication#Panic_Alarm|Communication: Panic Alarm]]

==== Perspex ====
Used as a glass substitute it is easier to work and a lot safer onstage. It still fractures to give sharp edges so care must be taken and any residue cleaned up. The best way to cut it is with a Stanley knife which takes work and time but persevere.

==== Photocopier ====
We have a photocopy account in the David Hume Tower copy centre (in the basement of the building, across from the creepy canteen).

==== Pigeon Holes ====
Each [[committee]] member has a pigeon hole where you can stick stuff for them, people never check them so it’s better to put notes on the board. They’re useful to use for pending (I can’t be bothered doing it right now) stuff.

==== Plasterwork ====
Most of it’s falling down so watch out what gaffa you remove. Repairing plasterwork takes a degree of skill cos you need to get it good and smooth so only let people who know what they’re doing at it. The trick to it is to build it up in thin layers and then water down the top layer so it goes on smoothly.

==== Police ====
Of limited use in moving [[#Tramps|tramps]] and should be called in the event of theft or assault. The number for St Leonard’s Street police station is 0131 662 1000 - ask for the "Operations Room" if you'd like a constable to come.

==== Posters ====
Shows make posters and they put them up, the [[FoH Manager]] normally monitors the ones FoH and the staff keep them up to date. Legally what you need is for them to be secured at all four corners. To put up posters in Uni Buildings they need to be stamped with the [[EUSA]] logo. If you’re doing them make sure that you stamp the master and photocopy it, rather than having to stamp every individual poster. If you enlarge to A3 do this before stamping because it’s obvious when you enlarge the stamp. All posters should show the [[EUTC]] logo, have the name and address of the theatre, dates and times of the show, ticket prices and the box office phone number.

==== President ====
:See [[President]]

==== Press and Publicity Officer ====
:See [[Marketing Manager]]

==== Printer, Box Office ====
:See [[Box Office]]

==== Productions Manager ====
:See [[Productions Manager]]

== Q ==

==== Quinn, Mr Owen ====
Owen Quinn used to be the [[EUSA]]Buildings Manager, so you may hear some stories about him. He is no longer with us (in the context of EUSA, rather than this temporal world). Take this as you will.

== R ==

==== Red, Rioja/Bedlam (gloss) ====
The colour of red that FoH is painted.

==== Refuse Collection ====
The large 1100L bin (Claymore) outside the [[Ogg Office]] is emptied every Monday, I’ve found that is the best day cos most of the rubbish is created during work-ins on Sundays. During the [[fringe]] you need to get it emptied more often, just call Trade Waste. It was replaced in 2001 because the lid snapped off. It now locks which is something of an inconvenience because people just dump bin bags rather than going and getting the key. The key is just a green plastic thing. Lots of annoying people around tend to stick stuff in the bin if it’s not locked so you’ve got to work out which problem annoys you more.

==== Rostra ====
Bedlam has lots, mainly in standard sizes which is useful. Every time they are used they need to be tested for structural integrity. They are stored on the SR balcony and you’ll probably have trouble finding all the right bits if you’re new to the job.

==== Rubber Gloves ====
We get through an extraordinary number of pairs, it’s normally worth keeping a couple of pairs of extra thick ones for outside. A supply of disposable gloves is useful too but be aware that some people are allergic to latex ones.

== S ==

==== Scaffolding ====
Building scaff correctly is an art form, the trick to it is to build it as strong as possible with as little scaff as possible, using the appropriate clamps (See [[#Scaff Clamps|Scaff Clamps]]), use common sense and get someone who knows what they’re doing. When in doubt build it then jump on it, if it breaks you can probably work out what’s wrong then rebuild it.

==== Scaff Clamps ====
There are several main types of scaff clamps.
:# Right angle: Simple and strong for joining scaff at right angles.
:# Swivel: Simple, not as strong as a right angle but can hold scaff at any angle.
:# Pucklok: Also called a hook clamp, this one should not be used for structural stuff but is a nice simple one for hanging things with.
:# Clamshell: Simple and gives a neat join, you tighten both sides of the clamp with one bolt
:# Band & Plate: Another nice simple one for joining scaff at right angles Bedlam owns lots of these but you need to put the bits together right to give it strength.
:# Sleeve Joint: For joining scaff end on, they tend to get deformed easily and are the most likely clamp to have the nuts stick.
:You can make your life a lot easier by using the right type.

==== Scaff Spanner ====
:see [[Tools#Podger|Tools: Podger]]

==== Scottish Power ====
The people we buy our gas and electricity from, they send people around every month to read the meter, it’s amazing how often I’ve seen the meter men considering how little I’m in office hours.

==== Screwfix ====
They sell all sorts of hardware cheaply. They sell by catalogue and you can get them to bill us. The stuff isn’t fancy but it works.

==== Screwdriver ====
Boring thing for putting screws into bits of wood, there are two main types to worry about, slot and crosshead. With crosshead coming in PoziDrive and Phillips. Techies tend to prefer pozi because you get a better grip. If using a powered driver (See [[#SPT|SPT]]) try not to use slotted screws because you will find that unless you get the exact centre of the screw you will lose grip.

==== Screws ====
The device of choice for holding bits of wood together. Bedlam only seems to stock big or really big screws, finding 1" or smaller screws is difficult. If you don’t know how to use screws yet there’s something wrong.

==== Secretary ====
:See [[Secretary]]

==== Security Grills ====
The Security Grills which obstruct the servery are mainly there to stop Company members from helping themselves. It is possible to unscrew the fixings if you ever really need to but is probably not worth the effort. When we have alcohol stored there are larger “Alcohol” padlocks which can be used. This further restricts the number of people who can access the [[servery]].

==== Set ====
Stuff that goes onstage.
:See [[Set]]

====Set Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Set Manager| Committee: Set Manager]]

==== Sewing Machine ====
There are two broken sewing machines in Bedlam (one black Singer, one light green...something). They are good for set but not for actual sewing although if anyone would like to try and fix them I am well up for that. There is one working sewing bought by Colleen Patterson during her stint as wardrobe manager 06/07, which is a JL100, very easy to use but shouldn't be used by anyone who isn't the wardrobe manager or someone trusted by the wardrobe manager.

==== Show Switch ====
This really useful device can be found in the [[tech box]], it is used for when a show is on. Turning it on causes a red LED above the side [[auditorium]] door to turn on which says show in progress and it silences the intercom in the [[tech box]]. Instead the [[Internal_Building_Communications|intercom]] causes green LEDs to light up along the front of the [[tech box]].

==== Skips ====
Back in the old days before they put up bollards on the fire exit we used to hire skips for when we did a big clear out. It is still possible but more hassle now. It’s best to shop around to find the best deal and remember that you have to bear in mind not just hiring a skip but the times and volumes involved.

==== SKL (Simon Kennedy Lighting) ====
:see [[Lighting Hire]]

==== Small hire charge ====
Applies to anywhere and anyone (especially our [[Fringe]] rivals!) who want to “borrow” tables, people, things, a brush, flyer space, toilet rolls, costumes, etc.

==== Smoking ====

It's illegal to do so in the building, even the [[box office]] or on[[stage]]. Blame the Scottish Executive.

==== Soap ====
There are soap dispensers in the [[toilets]] and [[café]], there could do with being soap dispensers in the kitchen and paint cupboard. They are refilled by opening them with the L-shaped key, then remove the clear bottle. The bottle can then be refilled with liquid soap from a larger container. To reinsert the bottle you can either try and show off, just plunging it in or you can remove the holder by holding down the white tab and pulling it out. The bottle can then be reinserted and turned upside down without making a mess. To finish slam the soap dispenser closed.

==== Sound System ====
:see [[Sound]]

==== SPT ====
Sexy Power Tool eg powered screwdriver/drill

==== Stage ====
:See [[Stage]]

==== Stage Monitor ====
This is a microphone which picks up what’s happening on stage and then feeds it to the [[tech box]] and [[dressing room]]. It is powered by an AA battery in a little black box at the stage left end of the [[tech box]]. The On/Off control is also built into this box. The feed in the [[tech box]] can be turned off at the white box at the stage right end of the [[tech box]], which switches between Monitor and PFL. The microphone is situated at the back of the [[auditorium]] so you can hear what the directors say to their friends straight after the show comes down.

==== Stage Weight ====
These are big lumps of metal that you use to hold flats (See [[#Flats|Flats]]) in place. They are placed on the end of stage braces (See [[#Braces, Stage|Braces, Stage]]) so they don’t move and you can also secure the bases of flats with them to stop people kicking them.

==== Stamps ====
Two types, the first is for sending letters and if you can’t use these you’ve got a problem, especially as now you don’t even have to lick them. The other is the [[EUSA]] stamp which all posters in [[EUSA]] buildings must have on or they’ll just get ripped down. We have a computer version of the [[EUSA]] stamp to put on posters- ask publicity manager.

== T ==

==== T-Shirts ====
Most mainterms do T-Shirts of some kind, make sure if you want one that you get one for any shows, you can justify it if they ask what you’ve done for the show by telling them you’re letting it happen.

====Technicians ====

:See [[Technical]]

==== Tech, Granddaddy ====
:see [[#Grandad Tech|Grandad Tech]]

==== Tech Manager ====
:See [[Tech manager]]

==== Telewest ====
The company that we get out phone from.

==== Tequila Club ====
:See [[Tequila Club]]

==== Test, PAT (Portable Appliance Test) ====
This is the test that the University administers to anything with a plug. Technically everything should be tested but we have some things that cease to exist (quantum effect) when the PAT test man comes around. It needs done yearly although cable should be done every six months.

==== Teviot Key ====
We keep a key in [[Teviot]] to stop [[committee]] members getting phone calls at random times by people needing into the building. The key is attached to a bit of wood because the first person to sign it out returned their house keys and didn’t think to go in and swap before I got phone calls from people who thought the key was broken. Even worse is that this was a [[committee]] member (Generally referred to as the weakest link) who had their own side door key anyway.

==== Theatre Manager ====
Knows everything. No no, EVERYTHING.
:See [[Theatre Manager]]

==== Toilet Paper ====
Normally used for wiping your arse. There are people who try and use this stuff for sets even going so far as to tell you that they’ve sprayed it with flamcheck so what’s the problem? When it’s actually being used for it’s main purpose it needs to be put in the dispensers because otherwise more goes on the floor than in the toilet. Make sure that every time there is a show they get completely refilled and you should be fine. You’ll find that when it runs out people use green towels to wipe their bums rather than going and refilling the dispensers.

==== Tools ====
:See [[Tools]]

==== Trade Waste ====
The people responsible for Claymore (See [[#Bins|Bins]]) they empty it once a week. You can call them on 0131 469 5655 if you need extra uplifts or to find out what’s happening if you find it’s not been emptied or emptied on the wrong day. You’ll normally get an answer phone not a real person but they normally call back in about an hour.

==== Trap Doors ====
There are two in the stage they go down into the crypt, other than that there are several on the balcony, one in each toilet, two in the main office and one in the costume cupboard. The ones on the balcony open to let you at hidey holes The ones in the office let you under the floor. The one in the gents lets you under the floor and you can technically climb through to the crypt, although slimmer [[Theatre Manager]]s than I have got stuck half way. The trap door in the ladies goes into a little room under the floor. The trap door in the costume cupboard leads down to the stage left exit, there are normally things ontop of this trap door so it is of limited use.

== U ==

==== University ====
Technically the reason you’re here.

==== University Furniture ====
The University owns lots of nice antique furniture but you have to ask before you can borrow it. The person to ask is….

== V ==

==== Videoing Shows ====
Technically this is kind of illegal because it infringes on copyright but often there is a "Copy for our archives" get out clause in the rights. There are two main ways of doing this, either sitting in the audience or doing it from the balcony. Be aware that you still have to obey the fire regulations so is they’re using a tripod it really needs to be at the end of the back row and since it will interfere with more than one seat there will need to be more tickets taken out of the computer. The projection hole is also useful for placing cameras into especially as from here they’re often close enough to plug the [[#Stage Monitor|Stage Monitor]] into.

==== Venue Hire Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Venue Hire Manager| Committee : Venue Hire Manager]]

== W ==

==== Wardrobe Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Wardrobe Manager|Committee: Wardrobe Manager]]

==== Water Supply ====
We have two tanks, one large one for the [[toilets]] and [[café]] which is situated on the balcony under the wood store, the other is located high on the stage left balcony which feeds the heating system. The heating system one gurgles when it turns on or off. We are metered so make sure people turn off taps and stuff.

==== Washers ====
These are metal disks which you can use to stop bits rubbing or give a larger surface area when fixing. These are vital on lantern hook clamps along with a Spring Washer. See Spring washer.

==== Webmaster ====
:see [[Non-Committee Positions#Webmaster|Non-Committee Positions: Webmaster]]

==== Web Site ====
Our best advertising because it is available on a sensible address ([http://www.bedlamtheatre.co.uk www.bedlamtheatre.co.uk]) and anyone can check it.

==== White lines ====
All steps should have while lines on them, this is especially true of ones which are painted black. The important ones are the FoH ones on which the white lines should be at least on inch wide. Painting white lines is harder than you thing because you need to mask them well but the steps that you’re putting them onto will probably not be dry yet and the paint will come off when you remove the tape. The way to get around this is to wait a couple of days with the tape on and then dissolve it with water, leaving immaculate white lines. You will also find that no matter how many wet paint signs you put up someone will walk up the steps and spoil your lines. This is generally done at Fringe time but could well need done at other points.

==== White Paint ====
You should keep a supply of this just cos it’s useful and lunchtimes will want it. It’s slightly cheaper that black but not by much. It can be bought from Ian Russell (See [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell]]) or the Paint Shed (See [[#Paint Shed, The|Paint Shed]]) in 5L tubs. Buy Matt paint for general use and a smaller tin of Gloss for the painting of some woodwork around the building and the white lines (see above). Do not use Gloss on stage it's nasty to light and almost impossible to paint over.

==== Windows ====
Get them cleaned when you can, I try and get it done at work ins. If they get broken report it to Estates and buildings who have to repair them as part of the buildings agreement (See [[#Buildings Agreement|Buildings Agreement]]). You’ll find that quite often the little panes of glass get broken on Friday/Saturday nights. Try and get this reported as soon as possible. The windows on both sides were replaced in late 2006 by the works department.

==== Wing Nuts/Bolts ====
:See [[#Nuts|Nuts]], See [[#Bolts|Bolts]] just these ones are designed to be done up by hand.

==== Wood ====
Wood comes in lots of types and sizes (See Chipboard, See [[#MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard)|MDF]], See Wood, Laminated). We shouldn’t store any on the balconies because it’s a fire hazard but we do. There is a wood store at the back behind the tech box which was built and altered at the request of the Fire Officer. For wood to be used onstage it should be painted on all sides. You need to do it right in the Fringe because the fire officer might well check. This includes visiting companies sets.

==== Works Department ====
The arm of the University that does all the maintenance work, they’re pretty slow but they do come out and do stuff. If something needs done quickly tell them and they can put it through as a priority job (Like doors needing replaced). Be nice and polite even if their workmen turn up twenty minutes before a lunchtime to fix the toilets. There is a long term belief within the works department that we either don't exist or will stop existing soon. This makes it hard to persuade them to spend time and money on the building. Things have improved in 2006 due to a new manager being appointed.

== X ==

==== X-ray machine ====
nope, Bedlam doesn't have one of those

== Y ==

==== Yes ====
Possibly the most dangerous word there is (See [[#No|No]]) especially if you’re saying it…then only problem is that you probably started this job with yes. Now think about all the trouble it’s caused you and don’t do it again.

====Youth Project====
See [[Youth project]]

== Z ==

==== Zippo Lighters ====
Dangerous nasty things these, they’re not allowed onstage because they don’t go out if you drop them which is bad (Although not as bad as when a pissed [[committee]] member drops a lit one into your lap at [[Teviot]]).

Committee

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The EUTC is administered by a permanent Committee of 14 members. They are; the [[Committee#President|President]], [[Committee#Secretary|Secretary]] and the [[Committee#Business Manager|Business]], [[Committee#Theatre Manager|Theatre]], [[Committee#Set Manager|Set]], [[Committee#Technical Manager|Technical]], [[Committee#Productions Manager|Productions]], [[Committee#Marketing Manager|Marketing]], [[Committee#Front of House Manager|Front of House]], [[Committee#Wardrobe Manager|Wardrobe]], [[Committee#Entertainments Manager|Entertainments]], [[Committee#Venue Hire Manager|Venue Hire]] and [[Committee#Fringe Venue Manager|Fringe Venue Manager]] as well as the [[Committee#Archivist|Archivist]]. It is the role of the Committee to administer the EUTC and to ensure the smooth running of the theatre. The Committee are elected at the AGM (usually at the end of February) to serve the period April 1- March 31st.

:See also: [[Non-Committee Positions]]

== President ==

It is the role of the President to chair meetings and to oversee the work of the committee and the general management of the Company. The President should remain impartial and always act in the best long term interest of the EUTC. The President is the Licensee and is also required to keep the Company Office tidy

2008-2009 Lauren McLeod

2007-2008 Lucy Jackson

2006-2007 James Mutton

2005-2006 Miriam Raines

2004-2005 Matt Gray

2003-2004 Rebekah Stackhouse

2002-2003 Natalie Adzic

== Business Manager ==

It is the role of the Business Manager to maintain the accounts and to facilitate communication between the EUTC and EUSAs Accounts department. The Business Manager is a cheques signatory. The oversee all spending and ensure that shows don't go over budget.

2008-2009 Colleen Patterson

2007-2008 Lara-Ann de Wet

2006-2007 Fran Rooney

2005-2006 James Mutton

2004-2005 Victoria Tills

2003-2004 Rachel Mountfield

== Secretary ==

The Secretary is responsible for all of the administrative leg-work of the EUTC. They keep minutes of all meetings and makes rehearsal schedules.

2008-2009 Amy Brewer

2007-2008 Fran Walker

2006-2007 Helena Larkin

2005-2006 Becky Hill (until Dec. 2005) Emma Drage (from Dec. 2005)

2004-2005 Emma Drage

2003-2004 Alex Howard

== Theatre Manager ==

The Theatre Manager is responsible for the day to day running of the theatre, They ensure that all sets are safe. The ensure that the theatre is safe and that there are no obvious fire/ health and safety problems. They also maintain the building, doing small amounts of repair work. They also facilitate communication with the works department over the more serious repair works. The Theatre Manager maintains a TM Handbook which keeps up-to-date info about the building. The Theatre Manager is named on the License as the 'Responsible Manager' as such legally, the buck stops with them.
see also [[Theatre Manager- Job Description]]

2008-2009 Cat Hobart

2007-2008 Kerry O'Herlihy

2006-2007 Dave Larking

2005-2006 Alex Engel

2004-2005 Tom Latter

2003-2004 Kati Hind

2002-2003 Jay Adriaanse

== Set Manager ==

The position of Set Manager was created at the end of 2007 to relieve some pressure from the Theatre Manager. The Set Manager is responsible for all communications with show stage managers, responsible for all set (on the balconies) and tidiness and resources of the workshop. The Set Manager is directly responsible to the Theatre Manager

2008-2009 Alex 'Mal' Mead

== Technical Manager ==
The technical manager manages anything with a plug! They ensure that techies keep work safely and offers guidance on lighting and sound.

They should know how to use all the equipment in the building and seem to spend all their time changing bulbs… Their two main jobs through the year are tech directing the fresher’s play and getting everything [[#Test, PAT (Portable Appliance Test)|PAT tested]].

The Tech Manager also ensures that all the lanterns and technical equipment work.

2008-2009 Ewan Connor

2007-2008 Neale Dutton

2006-2007 Xander Macmillan

2005-2006 Ruth Wilkinson

2004-2005 Heather Hanshaw

2003-2004 Lord James "Evil" Turner-Inman

2002-2003 Mr Matt Grey

2001-2002 David Watson

2000-2001 Graeme Timms

1999-2000 Neil E Hobbs

== Productions Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Productions Manager facilitates communication between individual shows and the company as a whole. They decide on which slots are available and chair the meeting which decided which slot each show gets. Additionally, the Productions Manager chairs the casting meeting and oversees auditions

They talk regularly with all the shows and should know exactly what’s happening in all shows. They communicate between shows and [[committee]] so that all shows should know what’s the [[committee]] is saying about them and take measures to stop us kicking their butts. They distribute [[Production Guidelines]] so that people have no excuse when they do stupid things.

2008-2009 Ben Davies

2007-2008 Fred Gordon

2006-2007 Ishbel MacFarlane

2005-2006 Alex Robertson

2004-2005 Timothy Goodwin

2003-2004 Miriam Raines

== Marketing Manager ==

The Marketing Manager oversees all publicated material and all external public communication, to ensure that the EUTC is always shown in the best-light possible. They proof all posters, programmes and fliers to enusre they are accurate and that they do not damage the EUTC or Bedlams Public image.

2008-2009 Alia Ainuddin

2007-2008 Nick Kay

2006-2007 Lily Kember

2005-2006 Chris Mounsey

2004-2005 Claire Glendenning

2003-2004 Idil Sukan

== Front of House Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Front of House Manager makes sure that the Front of House area is tidy and looks good for arriving customers. They are in charge of staffing and ensure that every shows has the required number of staff. The make sure that the cafe has stock to sell. They ensure that the Committee know how to Committee Rep (v. important)

This person looks after the FoH areas including kitchen, they make sure the [[café]] and cleaning cupboard are kept stocked and that things get cleaned. They also arrange staffing but since producers are notoriously unable to make staff turn up (And their excuse is that they got them to sign up so them not turning up is not their problem). They tend to do their own maintenance if you prod them so that you don’t have to.

2008-2009 Chris Payne

2007-2008 Lauren McLeod

2006-2007 Hannah Myers

2005-2006 Heather Hanshaw

2004-2005 Lord James "Evil" Turner-Inman

2003-2004 Matt Grey

== Wardrobe Manager ==

The Wardrobe Manager has the glorious task of keeping the dressing room and costume cupboard clean and tidy. They also get to costume every show, with no notice and no budget. They often get locked in, as noone is ever aware that they are in the building.

2008-2009 Camille Acosta

2007-2008 Denise Wood

2006-2007 Colleen Patterson

2005-2006 Michael Whitham

2004-2005 Emma Allford (to Sept 2005) Michael Whitham (from September 2005)

2003-2004 Victoria Tills

== Entertainments Manager ==

The Entertainments Managers ultimate job is to organise the Bedlam Ball at the end of semester 2. In order to subsidise this they organise a number of events and parties throughout the year, which contribute to the funding.

2008-2009 Sam Hansford

2007-2008 George Thomas

2006-2007 Tom Paul

2005-2006 Kerri Hall

2004-2005 James Mutton

2003-2004 Natalie Raeched

== Venue Hire Manager ==

The Venue Hire manager facilitates communication between outside companies who wish to hire the venue throughout term time and the company. They organise contracts, dates and staffing for outside hires. They are also on hand to offer support to outside companies.

2008-2009 Fran Walker

2007-2008 Michael Whitham

2006-2007 Michael Whitham

2005-2006 Kati Hind

2004-2005 Idil Sukan

2003-2004 Jay Addriannse

== Fringe Venue Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Fringe Venue Manager, is the only non- elected post. They are hired by the a panel comprising the Former Fringe Venue Manager, the President a EUSA accounts representative and the EUSA VP- Services. Their term is usually January - January. They are responsible for hiring the Fringe Managers. They are also responsible for programming and communicating with the outside companies. They assume operational control of the EUTC for the period June - August for the year they are hired and oversee the EUTC presence at the Fringe.
They are usually paid a small sum of money as compensation for the blood, sweat, tears and general loss of mental health. There are occasionally parties to attend.

This is the person responsible for running the building during the fringe. It is normally a job taken by people who have experience of producing and little experience of production. They advertise the building in the run up to the Fringe, chose the shows, appoint the staff and are technically in charge for the fringe. Remember that if your name is on the License when the shit hits the fan you make the decisions and can kick Fringe butt.

2008 Colleen Patterson

2007 Matt Wieteska

2006 Charlotte Jarvis

2005 Claire Glendenning

2004 Miriam Raines

2003 Cat Smith

2002 Graeme Timms

2001 Morven Pack

2000 Chloe Darlington

== Archivist ==

The Archivist, is resposible for maintaining records off all EUTC productions. S/he is responsible for collecting all the P&P of each show, taking pictures of builds/dress runs/after-show drunken bashes, etc. This is really helpful to stage managers in later years who may be looking to do something similar to what has gone before as well as giving us stuff to look back on and to show impressionable young freshers of all the amazing things that get built in Bedlam.

see also [[Archive]]

2008-2009 Rebecca White

2007-2008 Richard Dennis

2006-2007 Cat Hoyle

2005-2006 Graeme Wright

2004-2005 Adam Millard

2003-2004 Lucy Kirkwood

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== A ==

==== Abus ====
Brand of padlocks Bedlam uses for both standard and alcohol locks on the [[café]] and the fire exit and main door security. Typically, the corresponding keys should only come in two sizes, however a load exist on the TM keys to which there don't appear to be any locks. Each padlock should have a number on it, so if you take the padlock to a locksmith, you should be able to get more padlocks/keys that are the same lock.

==== Actors ====
:See [[Actor]]s

==== Adam House ====
:See [[Other theatres#Adam House| Other theatres: Adam House]]

==== AGM - Annual General Meeting ====
Outgoing [[committee]] reports explaining what they have done during their year are given. The [[committee]] for the coming year is elected. Fringe shows are proposed and selected. Any other large motions affecting the running of the company are proposed and debated. Loads of talk happens about the constitution. Bring a pen, a book and a crate of booze.

==== AJ ====
:See [[Tools#AJ| Tools: AJ]]

==== Archivist ====
:See [[Committee#Archivist| Committee: Archivist]]

==== Argument ====
:See [[#AGM - Annual General Meeting|AGM]], [[Current events#Regular Events|Company meetings]], [[Pubs]] etc

==== Art ====
What the [[EUTC]] is technically all about to promote. “Art holds up a mirror to the universe” but since the universe is infinite, there is no mirror large enough therefore art is crap. (nb this is not to be confused with painting. painting is pretty.)

==== Avalon Stage Armoury ====
Have known moved to Glasgow (I think). Run by Alan Jeffreys. Make sure to phone before you go there because chances are he’ll not be in. Make sure anything borrowed gets returned on time, in a decent state and people pay promptly. He’s reasonably cheap and the only place around that hires stage armoury out.

==== Auditorium ====
:See [[Auditorium]]

== B ==

==== Banners ====
We have two wood and six canvas:
- The wood ones are:- one is a large rectangle which is used for mainterms and one is a large [[Fat Cat]] which can be used during the fringe. The mainterm one gets repainted for each show and should get painted in gloss for water proofing reasons. The banners are tied to the eyelets on the front of the building and when the fat cat gets put up the head needs to be tied to the stonework which requires climbing skills.
- The Canvas ones are for fringe use only. The hang for canvas baners is approx 4.5m and are normally hung from the towers above the red notice boards. Eyelets exist for this purpose. and comprise:
-- Two red banners that say "Bedlam" and "Theatre"
-- Two that have giant Becks bottles and Venue 49 on them. The Becks banners were part of a sponsorship deal in years past and do not have to be hung. There are/were also some Cobra banners for a similar reason.
-- Two 5m length blue Deuchas IPA with the words "Bedlam Theatre, Venue 49". Please note the 5m length for a 4.5m hang, in Fringe 2007 they were suspended on a secured scaffolding structure on top of each tower. Lighting was also put on top of each of the scaffolding structures. It worked well, however make sure you put the banners flat against the wall or they will blow out and rip out from the eyelets.

==== Barrett, Mr David ====
He is incharge of the Electrical department of Estates and Buildings. His phone number is 0131 650 2484. We should get him to organise any electrical installations we get.

==== Bedlam Red (gloss) ====
This is the colour that FoH woodwork is painted. It can be bought from Ian Russell and is called "rioja red."

==== Bins ====
There are bins through out the building with black liners in. They are never emptied unless the [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]], the [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|FoH Manager]] or the Duty Manager tells someone to do it, although any member of the company can if they like. The large bin outside the side entrance ("Claymore") gets emptied on a Monday Morning and the lid was replaced after the old one snapped off in 2001. Watch out about overloading it, the bin men can become angry. It was once filled with scrap metal and almost broke the bin lorry. The key to Claymore is the green plastic thing on the Duty Manager's keys, TM keys, and others. The FoH bins are located round the front of the building on either side of the door, they were re-located there to prevent tramp mis-use. These bins occasionally have needles left in or near them, be careful when emptying. The key to the FoH bins is the metal tab thing on the [[FoH manager]]'s keys.

==== Bin Bags ====
Readily available to company members in the cleaning cupboard, it’s amazing that some long standing members have to ask you where they are.

Don't waste them because then we have to spend money getting more when we could be spending that money on cool shit like softer bog roll or new tools or lanterns.

==== Black Light ====
:See [[Lighting Hire]]

==== Black Techie ====
:See [[Black Techie]]

==== Blackwood, Alan ====
EUSA Buildings Manager. Not Owen Quinn.

==== Bleach ====
Buy it in big 5l bottles, great for cleaning the [[toilets]] and for pouring over the backstage exit when someone has forgotten to lock it and it’s been pissed on, less of a problem now it's not a bog. Also works as a weed killer.

==== Blue Meanie ====
The Edinburgh term for Parking Attendant, they’re the nasty people who fine you if you park in the wrong place. See parking for how to get away with parking at Bedlam. They live on Chambers Street so never park here illegally because it’s the first and last place they check. They also have offices on Garden Terrace so watch out if you park here.

==== Bobbys ====
:See [[Pubs#Bobbies|Pubs: Bobbys]]

==== Bolts ====
Really useful for holding things together but you can never find a matching set. People are to be encouraged to attach nuts and washers to them when they add them to the collection.

==== Braces, Stage ====
:See: [[Braces]]

==== Brika Float ====
A yummy thing consisting of ice cream stuck in the bottom of a pint glass and Smirnoff Ice poured in on top of it. There may be stirring involved depending on how sloshed you are already and how much you really care. Invented by a strange Canadian and occasionally served in the Bedlam [[café]] on pain of loud squealy sounds.

==== Broom, Alastair ====
Part Techie, Part Author (of the 1991 revision of this manual). Complete saint and has been known to be witty on occasion.
:See: [[User:AlTheTechie]]

==== Buildings Agreement ====
:See: [[Buildings Agreement]]

==== Business Manager ====
:See: [[Business Manager]]

== C ==

==== Cable ====
Mains cable is best bought from Blacklight. Fancy cable can be bought from Farnell (See [[#Farnell|Farnell]]) or from Maplin (See [[#Maplin|Maplin]])

==== Café ====
:See [[Café]]

==== Cans/Comms ====
:See [[Comms]]
==== Cappadocia ====
:See [[Take Aways]]

==== Carpet ====
Ok, there are lots of carpets around and they were replaced in: [[Ogg Office]] 1999, Side Entrance fringe 2001, [[Auditorium]] 1998 with tiles added 2005, [[Dressing room]] 2000. Carpet is stored on the [[balcony]] under the floor of the [[workshop]] area which can be accessed by moving the steps which lead down to the scaff store. The carpet in the dressing room is guaranteed for five years against most of the stuff that happens to it but you have try to clean it with the stuff they provided first which has since been lost. The paperwork can be found in the [[Theatre Manager]]’s drawer in the guarantees section. The carpet in the side entrance and auditorium walkways are tiles so that when too much paint is spilled on them you can just replace the affected tiles.

==== Ceilidhs ====
Fun and joy! Go, go dance like a crazy person! See [http://www.teannaich.com Teannaich]

==== Central Fish and Chip Shop ====
:See [[Take Aways]]

==== Cigarettes ====
Look in the show section for "[[Production Guidelines - Lunchtimes#Fire, firearms and smoking|Smoking on stage]]" guidelines. It's amazing how many times you have to tell people not to smoke in the auditorium, especially now that smoking is illegal in the building. Make sure there is a copious amount of No Smoking signs throughout the building, even in the box office.

==== Cigars ====
For when pissed and dressed up (Or end of fringe). See [[#Cigarettes|Cigarettes]]

==== Cloth/Material ====
Can be purchased from Edinburgh Fabrics on South Clerk Street, which has the advantage of being very close and has reasonable prices (ask for student discount). If you are buying a lot it is generally worth it to go to the Cloth Shop in Leith (at the end of Broughton Road, you can walk there from Bedlam in about forty minutes) which has a better selection and can be cheaper for buying in bulk. If you need speciality fabrics there is also Mandors on East Claremont Street, but they can be pricey. Ask the wardrobe manager before buying because we have rather a lot of spare material in the costume cupboard.

==== Construction ====
This tends to be a bit of a nightmare and any major undertakings should be vetoed in the [[Theatre Manager]]’s Questionnaire stage. You need to keep an eye on people doing it because it’s amazing the number of [[actor]]s who will try and use power tools without knowing anything about what they’re doing. Construction should not happen in FoH areas without the permission of the [[Theatre Manager]] and the [[FoH Manager]]. [[Café]] furniture should not be used in construction because it gets damaged. Allowing construction in the [[Office]] is not sensible because it makes a mess and the [[president]] rarely tidies.

==== Cooker, kitchen ====

:See: [[Guide_to_Building#Cooker|Guide to Building - Cooker]]

==== Costume Cupboard ====
:See [[Costuming]] or [[Costume Cupboard]]

==== Counter, Box Office ====
:See [[Box Office#Counter|Box Office - Counter]]

== D ==

==== Degree ====

# Unit of temperature, normally low in the auditorium and too high in the office, just right in the [[café]].
# Level of education, normally gained at University. Technically this is what you’re here for, try not to forget although don’t neglect the building.

==== Desk, Office ====
We have 2 working desks! Woot!

==== Detergent ====
Buy it in big 5L containers.

==== Directors ====
Most problem sets are not due to SMs but directors demanding them and not knowing how to build them. Useful for cleaning the [[toilets]]at work ins.

==== Disabled Access ====
The only disabled access to the theatre is through the side entrance. This classes as only limited access as people can’t use it when a show is on. Make sure box office staff know to tell them to turn up 20 mins before the performance so they’re not left sitting in the rain.

==== Disabled Legislation ====
By 2003 all public buildings must have full disabled access. We should build a ramp into the main doors.

==== Disabled Seats ====
The two seats on the front row stage left are easily removes, you just have to remove the four coach bolts and they lift out in a block. It’s a lot easier than the old practice of having to take two seats apart. You just have to make sure that the box office staff reduce the number of seats available for the performance. Always make sure you know about any disabled people who book themselves in, most will because they do recognise that we have to make special provision.

==== Disabled Toilets ====
We really need to have these so we can go in the fringe programme as having disabled facilities. The legislation sets a minimum door width, the doors must open outwards and you need to be able to open them from the outside.

==== Doorbell ====
:see [[Communication#Doorbell|Communication: Doorbell]]

== E ==

==== EDC ====
Edinburgh District Council. 200 2000. For Trade Waste, Licensing, Listed Building stuff.

==== EIF ====
Edinburgh International Festival. Runs at a similar time to the Fringe but tends to be big events like opera and concerts. Finishes with the Firework concert which is held in Prince’s Street Gardens and rivals the Hogmanay display.

==== Electrical work ====
You can normally get away with minor stuff like changing light bulbs. We’re definitely not allowed to do mains wiring which is why there are a few interesting cable runs in which look like real sockets but the cable runs to a plug which gets put into a wall socket (much confusion when someone unplugs it).

==== Electrical Mishaps ====
Try not to have any. Hope the fuses blow and the PCBs work. It is possible to survive a 415V 100A shock but the odds are against you so try and be safe.

==== Electrical Rating ====
Explanation. Bedlam is supplied with a full supply of three phases (Red, Blue and Yellow - EEC rules state these are now called Live 1,2,3 and coloured Black, Grey and Brown adding to everybody's pain.) each at 100A, 240V. General building power is drawn from the Red phase.

==== Electricity Bills ====
A man comes around every so often and checks the meter and we get billed monthly. The annual bill is around £2500. Try and remember to turn the lights off.

==== Endless Loop ====
:See [[#Loop, Endless|Loop, Endless]].

==== Entertainments Manager ====
Their big job through the year is to organise the ball, but sometimes fail to understand that what your average techie wants is food followed by a celeidh with lots of booze in the middle. [[Committee#Entertainments_Manager | Committee: Entertainments Manager]]

==== Estates and Buildings ====
The department of the University that is responsible for keeping Bedlam upright and weather tight. You will probably be on the phone to them every other week getting stuff fixed. They try to be helpful but you need to get put through to the right department…. We had a problem with the boiler in the kitchen and they sent us a plumber when what it needed was an electrician and the plumber said all the pipes were fine and went away again and I had to call again to get an electrician out. (See Works Department)

==== EUSA ====
Edinburgh University Students Association is the union for Edinburgh University students. They monitor our finances and make sure we’re not being stupid with our use of the building. At the end of the year they take care of any under/over spend so often there is a spending spree just before they empty our coffers. They are also responsible to the University for maintenance to the building, they quite often get left out when you deal directly with the University so try and let them know what’s happening.

==== Exterior Floods ====
We have one Sunflood (500W) lamp above the door and two 1K floods on the roof. The 1k floods were replaced for fringe 2001 because one of the old ones had had the glass break and then a pigeon decided to make it into a nest and was electrocuted. They can be turned on using the exterior floods breaker and the exterior floods switch in the fuse cupboard. You need to turn them both on. Gelling them looks nice but they burn through very quickly.

==== Eyelets ====
Normally in short supply these are a metal loop attached to a screw. They get lost and people always come to you for them so it is worth keeping a few spares. The best place to find them is in the back of flats (See Flats).

== F ==

==== Farnell ====
Electrical and Electronic component supply company. We have a small (£10000) account with them. The catalogue gets delivered periodically so make sure you get it before it gets binned. Our account number is on the catalouge and you will need it when ordering. If you order before 3pm it should arrive the next day.

==== Filling Cabinets ====
We have four, one in the [[Ogg Office]] and two in the main office in which anyone important has a drawer. The [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]]’s drawer is useful for keeping stuff in that you think you’ll need, I normally kept a 4D Maglite, Gaffa, eyelets and proplus there. The accountant, the [[Business Manager]] and the [[President]] are the only people with keys to the cabinet in the [[Ogg Office]]. Currently the fourth cabinet is in the side entrance lobby till someone has a better place for it. The Accountant’s cabinet was new after the old one was trashed when we were broken into [[fringe]] 2001.

==== Fire ====
:See [[Fire]]

==== First Aid ====
There should be a registered first aider on duty when the building is open to the public. It is worth looking into for the Fringe as you’ll have the same staff all month. Legally there should be a first aider around whenever construction is being carried out. First aid training can be arranged from the St Andrew’s Ambulance for about £10 so it might be worth organising a session, especially for the [[committee]] because that way you would have one on duty when the building is open.

==== First Aid Boxes ====
First aid boxes should be found in the office, the box office and the café. There is currently only one public first aid box in the box office and one small first aid kit, not for the public, in the [[café]]. Blue plasters should also normally be found in the kitchen. The first aid boxes need to be monitored to keep their contents up to date, each box has a list of what it should contain on the box. You’ll find that people use up all the plasters without telling you and then complain when they can’t find any.

==== Flats ====
:See [[Flats]]

==== Flat Store ====
:See [[Balconies#Flat_Store|Balconies: Flat Store]]

==== Flooding ====
Do not- I repeat - NOT replace the cover on the drainpipe outside the back fire exit. It causes flooding, and water runs straight down into the foundations, causing the building to collapse even faster than it will already.

==== Floor Boards ====
Most of ours are pretty manky especially the ones under the stage. They are faff to replace and quite expensive.

==== Foyer Lights ====
The Lights in the foyer run off a 12V supply which also feeds the doorbell. The supply is located in the tech box. They are turned on at the switch in the box office and have a tendency to blow.

==== Fresher’s Week ====
This is when we try and sell [[EUTC]] to lots of sweet innocent things straight from high school. Try and keep the building reasonably tidy and concentrate on going out drinking, don’t let them rope you into organising anything. It is a good idea to try and make a decent first impression. There are normally shows happening and they tend to have no budget and ask for lots of favours, try and make them good because good shows attract members.

==== Fringe ====
:See [[Fringe]]

==== Fringe Venue Manager ====
:See [[Committee#Fringe_Venue_Manager|Committee: Fringe Venue Manager]]

==== Fringe Safe ====
An excellent book containing all the information you need to stay safe and legal, definitely worth a read even if you’re not doing the Fringe. Can be obtained from the Fringe Society Office on the High Street, although the Venue Manager (See [[A_to_Z#Fringe Venue Manager|Fringe Venue Manager]]) should be sent a copy. Every Fringe company used to be sent a copy but now only the venue managers get one.

==== Front of House Manager ====

:See [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|Committee: Front of House Manager]]

==== Furniture ====
This breaks down into two sections.
:# Bedlam furniture which is stuff which is used in the everyday life of the theatre so [[café]] stools, tables and the contents of the office. None of this should appear on stage.
:# Set furniture which is mainly kept on the balcony. None of this should appear in the [[café]] or office.

== G ==

==== Gaffa Tape ====
It is much like The Force, in that it has a Dark Side, a Light Side and holds the whole known universe together. Mainterms need to buy their own. You should keep a supply but don't put it all out cos it will walk. It can be bought from many suppliers, with Screwfix being about the cheapest followed by SKL and Blacklight.

==== Gas ====
We have gas powered heating and the meter gets read monthly. We normally spend £1000 yearly on heating the building, although this has risen to about £2000 by trying to keep the actors happy but it didn’t work so this practice has been abandoned…..as long as the cans in the [[café]] don’t freeze, fob them off with an it’s an old cold building and even if I put the heating on 24 hours it would make no difference story.

==== Glass ====
Glass is dangerous stuff in set construction, try and persuade them to use Perspex instead which easier to work with. You shouldn’t need to work about glass because replacing windows comes under keeping the building weather tight which the University is responsible for (See [[#Buildings Agreement|Buildings Agreement]]).

==== Gordon, Mr Jim ====
Supplies us with all our toilet supplies.

==== Grandad Tech ====

The appellation given to the most experienced tech in the room. Normally the oldest ex [[tech manager]] although in the absence of a [[tech manager]] ex [[Theatre Manager]]s may be considered. If there are none of either the title may not be used, but since that chance of there not being one in the pub this is a situation which has never arisen.

==== Greyfriar’s Bobby's Bar ====
:See [[Pubs#Bobbys|Pubs: Bobbys]]

==== Guidelines ====
:See [[Guides#Guidelines|Guides: Guidelines]]

== H ==

==== Hammers ====
:See [[Tools#Hammers|Tools: Hammers]]

==== Hardboard ====
The cheapest wood, it is little more than cardboard. It is useful for covering things although not if you want them to last. It expands when wet so can be used in a shrink to fit fashion like reskinning the stage (See Stage). It can’t really be reused because it just crumbles.

==== Heating System ====
We have a gas powered system, the schematics and instructions for use can be found in the relevant appendix. Be nasty because we can’t afford to heat the building 24/7 and even then the actors would still complain. The tank in the auditorium makes funny noises when the heating turns on or off which scares actors. It also detracts from plays so try and make sure it does not cycle when there is a play on, I spent three weeks with it turning off at 20:00 until I watched a performance and it gurgled for a minute during a quiet bit. OOPS

==== Homebase ====
Convenient DIY store. THEY DO NOT SELL BLACK MATT PAINT!!! (see [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell Paints]]). However, for all other things, not the cheapest option, but quick (especially for first year's who live in Hermit's Croft!).

==== House Lights ====
There are eight house lights which are controlled from the dimmers, usually on channel 48. They used to dim from a small box connected to a power supply halfway down the balcony on House Left next to the trip switches. The small box is still knocking about somewhere, but generally it's much easier to keep them operated from the board. The four of the house lights are wired in the others can be unplugged and moved for conversion projects.

== I ==

==== Ian Russell Paints ====
An independent paint retailer on Marchmont Road. We have an account so you don’t need cash. They keep a stock of matt black especially for us and can get anything if given enough time.

==== Igloo ====

:See [[Pubs#Dropkick Murphy's|Pubs: Dropkick Murphy's]]

==== Intercom ====
:See [[Communication#Intercoms|Communication: Intercoms]]

==== Irn Bru ====
The drink of the techie - it makes a refreshing hangover cure. Often endowed with the fabled negative number membership it’s presence can be seen in the number of 20p deposit bottles. Because of the deposit bottles it can also feed a hungry techie with the equation 6xbottle=chips.

== J ==

==== Jack, Mr David ====
The University Buildings Manager who can help with big maintenance and knowing what permits to get when you want to do things. His number is 0131 650 2475.

==== Jeffreys, Mr Alan ====
He runs Avalon Stage Armoury (See [[#Avalon Stage Armoury|Avalon Stage Armoury]]). He's now located in Glasgow, so plan ahead when thinking about getting ammunition.

== K ==

==== Kennedy, Mr Malcolm ====
Edinburgh District Council’s Building Inspector has been dealing with us for years. He understands how we run but make sure to get the building tidy before he visits. Chances are you will only see him once, during the annual licence inspection but if you change the layout of the theatre like with an auditorium conversion he needs to get a set of plans before you do it and to come and inspect it after you’re finished.

==== Keys ====
:See [[Keys]]

== L ==

==== Leaks ====
:See Heidegger's Theory

==== Leatherman ====
The techies [[#Multitool|multitool]] of choice, there are several main types with the “Supertool” being favourite with the older techs and “Wave” more popular with newer techs. The “Wave” is prettier and more ergo dynamic than the larger “Supertool”. In function they differ little, having a good set of pliers, two blades, one straight, one serrated, a file, a saw several screwdrivers and an can/bottle opener. The “Wave” also has a very good set of scissors. Techies favour the leatherman brand due to their strength and reliability. Though watch out for Gerber multi-tools as well. Favoured more by Americans, the most popular model has spring-release quick access pliers. They're cool because they have replaceable parts, but you can only get them fixed in America.

==== License ====
The main one you need to worry about is the annual theatre license. Ours runs from May 31st for a year. Prior to this date you will be contacted by the four branches of the council who need to look at the theatre. More information can be found in the section on People & Inspections. You might also have to know about Alcohol Licenses for festivals and the fringe. The license we apply for is an Occasional Permissions which we use to turn us into a members/patrons bar. Do not let people apply for an Occasional License because you need a licensed publican which we don’t have. You need to be careful about who can drink when covered by occasional permissions, we normally try to have a policy of members and patrons only. Bedlam does not need an Entertainments License for doing film showing and stuff, we are covered by our theatre license. If you are interested in more info on licenses look in Fringe Safe which goes through all the legal stuff.

==== Licensee ====
Bedlam Theatre’s Licensee is [[EUTC]]’s [[President]]. The [[Theatre Manager]] is their responsible manager and is responsible to them for keeping the building legal. If things go tits up and people die both of you are liable and could be jailed.

==== Lighting Rig ====
Bedlam's lighting rig is 12'6" above the stage, there are 3 long bars along the auditorium and 6 bars which run across the auditorium. Along the 6 shorter bars there are additional conduit bars. From each conduit bar there hang 14 sockets. The other end of the circuits is at the patch panel (See Patch Panel, LX) It should be rehung every few years. It was last rehung Fringe '05.

==== Loop, Endless ====
:See [[#Endless Loop|Endless Loop]]

== M ==

==== Maglite ====
:See [[Tools#Maglite|Tools: Maglite]]

==== Make Up ====
We have recently been given a set of basic stage make-up. Talk to the wardrobe manager if you need it. Some shows use it for effect and few things make more mess than actors either applying or removing make-up. Just make sure the Stage Manager cleans up afterwards and warn them if they don’t realise what a mess it will make. If professional-level make-up/advice is needed the best person to contact is Sarah Cairncross (about_time_scotland@yahoo.co.uk) who is quite good.

==== Maplin ====
A techies toy store. A shop that sells electrical gubbins. They sell cable and connectors as well as all the other stuff that the [[tech manager]] might want. They are now in Gorgie. Schemie camouflage required.

==== MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) ====
A cheap wood substitute that can be used for covering areas, it normally comes in 8’x4’ pieces of varying thickness. It is popular because it is cheap (Being sawdust mixed with glue) but is tends to be brittle and if it gets wet tends to disintergrate. Because it is so brittle it really doesn’t make sensible flooring

==== Microphone Sockets ====
There are several microphone runs from the tech box to the stage cupboard. The end in the tech box can be found behind the sound equipment and the end in the stage cupboard is under the stage beside the steps.

==== Money ====
You’ll have a budget, the [[Business Manager]] can tell you how much you’ve spent. Give the [[Business Manager]] receipts and the appropriate forms and you’ll get cash if it’s less than about £30 or a cheque if it’s more than that. If you need the money quickly cheques can be made to cash but you can only cash them at the Bank of Scotland on George IV Bridge. You can get a cheque for delivery people- ask the business manager.

==== Multitool ====
:See [[Tools#Multitool|Tools: Multitool]]

==== Murray's Tool Stores ====
There are several branches of Murray’s around, they sell decent quality tools at a reasonable price as well as general hardware. They tend to give a discount to [[EUTC]] members, although it’s normally just knocking the pennies off a purchase.

== N ==

==== No ====
The most useful word in your vocabulary (See [[#Yes|Yes]]), just think how much easier your life would be if you had know this word when they asked you to be [[Theatre Manager]]. Now go find a Stage Manager to practice it on……no not the cute ones.

==== No No Nanette ====
A musical of dubious quality.

==== Nuts ====
They get lost and you can never get them to match up with [[#Bolts|bolts]]. Get people to attach them to their bolts when they’re removed from set.

== O ==

==== Opinions ====
What’s one of these then?

==== Outside Companies ====
We try and hire ourselves out because it gets money in and the members get paid for staffing. You need to watch outside companies because often they don’t have a clue as to what’s illegal. I’ve written a set of guidelines and a questionnaire for outside companies. Make sure that whoever is supervising the in knows what they’re doing (Unless you can get the job….try and get paid a technician wage for it not just the general wage). You’ll need to check the set but remember that they’re paying a lot of money so be professional and polite,

== P ==

==== Paint ====
We use lots, the main ones you’ll have to buy in are black and white matt. They can be got from Ian Russell (See [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell]]) or the Paint Shed (See [[#Paint Shed, The|Paint Shed]]) quite cheaply. Don’t let people paint the stage in gloss because it needs to be sanded down before it can be painted over.

==== Paint Brushes ====
We get through a lot of these because people are unable to was them properly. Make sure that you always have white spirit (See White Spirit) in stock so that people can wash gloss off their brushes. Be nasty and keep a couple of nice ones locked away for when you have to paint something.

==== Paint Rollers ====
These are worse than brushes for getting fucked because they are that much more effort to wash. As with brushes yell at people to do it right and make sure you’ve got a nice one locked away for when you need it.

==== Paint Shed, The ====
A large paint shop on Howe Street (Just walk down Fredrick Street and keep going). They can normally get stuff when Ian Russell can’t and are slightly cheaper but a lot further away.

==== Parking ====
Bedlam is on yellow lines,(and upon bricks because of some geordie...see Timms) currently you can load between 0930 and 1700 and park between 1830 and 0800, this means that from 0800 till 0930 and 1700 till 1830 you can’t park at all. To prevent yourself getting parking tickets you need to leave the boot of your car open so that you class as loading, you still have to return to the car every five minutes but at least you don’t get a ticket. If you need to park for longer you can call the [[#Blue Meanie|Parking Attendants]] head office and tell them you’re there officially. I’ve never actually managed to get through to them when I’ve needed to but they’ve assured me that all I need to do is call.

==== Parking Attendant ====
:See [[#Blue Meanie|Blue Meanie]]

==== Panic Button ====
:See [[Communication#Panic_Alarm|Communication: Panic Alarm]]

==== Perspex ====
Used as a glass substitute it is easier to work and a lot safer onstage. It still fractures to give sharp edges so care must be taken and any residue cleaned up. The best way to cut it is with a Stanley knife which takes work and time but persevere.

==== Photocopier ====
We have a photocopy account in the David Hume Tower copy centre (in the basement of the building, across from the creepy canteen).

==== Pigeon Holes ====
Each [[committee]] member has a pigeon hole where you can stick stuff for them, people never check them so it’s better to put notes on the board. They’re useful to use for pending (I can’t be bothered doing it right now) stuff.

==== Plasterwork ====
Most of it’s falling down so watch out what gaffa you remove. Repairing plasterwork takes a degree of skill cos you need to get it good and smooth so only let people who know what they’re doing at it. The trick to it is to build it up in thin layers and then water down the top layer so it goes on smoothly.

==== Police ====
Of limited use in moving [[#Tramps|tramps]] and should be called in the event of theft or assault. The number for St Leonard’s Street police station is 0131 662 1000 - ask for the "Operations Room" if you'd like a constable to come.

==== Posters ====
Shows make posters and they put them up, the [[FoH Manager]] normally monitors the ones FoH and the staff keep them up to date. Legally what you need is for them to be secured at all four corners. To put up posters in Uni Buildings they need to be stamped with the [[EUSA]] logo. If you’re doing them make sure that you stamp the master and photocopy it, rather than having to stamp every individual poster. If you enlarge to A3 do this before stamping because it’s obvious when you enlarge the stamp. All posters should show the [[EUTC]] logo, have the name and address of the theatre, dates and times of the show, ticket prices and the box office phone number.

==== President ====
:See [[President]]

==== Press and Publicity Officer ====
:See [[Marketing Manager]]

==== Printer, Box Office ====
:See [[Box Office]]

==== Productions Manager ====
:See [[Productions Manager]]

== Q ==

==== Quinn, Mr Owen ====
Owen Quinn used to be the [[EUSA]]Buildings Manager, so you may hear some stories about him. He is no longer with us (in the context of EUSA, rather than this temporal world). Take this as you will.

== R ==

==== Red, Rioja/Bedlam (gloss) ====
The colour of red that FoH is painted.

==== Refuse Collection ====
The large 1100L bin (Claymore) outside the [[Ogg Office]] is emptied every Monday, I’ve found that is the best day cos most of the rubbish is created during work-ins on Sundays. During the [[fringe]] you need to get it emptied more often, just call Trade Waste. It was replaced in 2001 because the lid snapped off. It now locks which is something of an inconvenience because people just dump bin bags rather than going and getting the key. The key is just a green plastic thing. Lots of annoying people around tend to stick stuff in the bin if it’s not locked so you’ve got to work out which problem annoys you more.

==== Rostra ====
Bedlam has lots, mainly in standard sizes which is useful. Every time they are used they need to be tested for structural integrity. They are stored on the SR balcony and you’ll probably have trouble finding all the right bits if you’re new to the job.

==== Rubber Gloves ====
We get through an extraordinary number of pairs, it’s normally worth keeping a couple of pairs of extra thick ones for outside. A supply of disposable gloves is useful too but be aware that some people are allergic to latex ones.

== S ==

==== Scaffolding ====
Building scaff correctly is an art form, the trick to it is to build it as strong as possible with as little scaff as possible, using the appropriate clamps (See [[#Scaff Clamps|Scaff Clamps]]), use common sense and get someone who knows what they’re doing. When in doubt build it then jump on it, if it breaks you can probably work out what’s wrong then rebuild it.

==== Scaff Clamps ====
There are several main types of scaff clamps.
:# Right angle: Simple and strong for joining scaff at right angles.
:# Swivel: Simple, not as strong as a right angle but can hold scaff at any angle.
:# Pucklok: Also called a hook clamp, this one should not be used for structural stuff but is a nice simple one for hanging things with.
:# Clamshell: Simple and gives a neat join, you tighten both sides of the clamp with one bolt
:# Band & Plate: Another nice simple one for joining scaff at right angles Bedlam owns lots of these but you need to put the bits together right to give it strength.
:# Sleeve Joint: For joining scaff end on, they tend to get deformed easily and are the most likely clamp to have the nuts stick.
:You can make your life a lot easier by using the right type.

==== Scaff Spanner ====
:see [[Tools#Podger|Tools: Podger]]

==== Scottish Power ====
The people we buy our gas and electricity from, they send people around every month to read the meter, it’s amazing how often I’ve seen the meter men considering how little I’m in office hours.

==== Screwfix ====
They sell all sorts of hardware cheaply. They sell by catalogue and you can get them to bill us. The stuff isn’t fancy but it works.

==== Screwdriver ====
Boring thing for putting screws into bits of wood, there are two main types to worry about, slot and crosshead. With crosshead coming in PoziDrive and Phillips. Techies tend to prefer pozi because you get a better grip. If using a powered driver (See [[#SPT|SPT]]) try not to use slotted screws because you will find that unless you get the exact centre of the screw you will lose grip.

==== Screws ====
The device of choice for holding bits of wood together. Bedlam only seems to stock big or really big screws, finding 1" or smaller screws is difficult. If you don’t know how to use screws yet there’s something wrong.

==== Secretary ====
:See [[Secretary]]

==== Security Grills ====
The Security Grills which obstruct the servery are mainly there to stop Company members from helping themselves. It is possible to unscrew the fixings if you ever really need to but is probably not worth the effort. When we have alcohol stored there are larger “Alcohol” padlocks which can be used. This further restricts the number of people who can access the [[servery]].

==== Set ====
Stuff that goes onstage.
:See [[Set]]

====Set Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Set Manager| Committee: Set Manager]]

==== Sewing Machine ====
There are two broken sewing machines in Bedlam (one black Singer, one light green...something). They are good for set but not for actual sewing although if anyone would like to try and fix them I am well up for that. There is one working sewing bought by Colleen Patterson during her stint as wardrobe manager 06/07, which is a JL100, very easy to use but shouldn't be used by anyone who isn't the wardrobe manager or someone trusted by the wardrobe manager.

==== Show Switch ====
This really useful device can be found in the [[tech box]], it is used for when a show is on. Turning it on causes a red LED above the side [[auditorium]] door to turn on which says show in progress and it silences the intercom in the [[tech box]]. Instead the [[Internal_Building_Communications|intercom]] causes green LEDs to light up along the front of the [[tech box]].

==== Skips ====
Back in the old days before they put up bollards on the fire exit we used to hire skips for when we did a big clear out. It is still possible but more hassle now. It’s best to shop around to find the best deal and remember that you have to bear in mind not just hiring a skip but the times and volumes involved.

==== SKL (Simon Kennedy Lighting) ====
:see [[Lighting Hire]]

==== Small hire charge ====
Applies to anywhere and anyone (especially our [[Fringe]] rivals!) who want to “borrow” tables, people, things, a brush, flyer space, toilet rolls, costumes, etc.

==== Smoking ====

It's illegal to do so in the building, even the [[box office]] or on[[stage]]. Blame the Scottish Executive.

==== Soap ====
There are soap dispensers in the [[toilets]] and [[café]], there could do with being soap dispensers in the kitchen and paint cupboard. They are refilled by opening them with the L-shaped key, then remove the clear bottle. The bottle can then be refilled with liquid soap from a larger container. To reinsert the bottle you can either try and show off, just plunging it in or you can remove the holder by holding down the white tab and pulling it out. The bottle can then be reinserted and turned upside down without making a mess. To finish slam the soap dispenser closed.

==== Sound System ====
:see [[Sound]]

==== SPT ====
Sexy Power Tool eg powered screwdriver/drill

==== Stage ====
:See [[Stage]]

==== Stage Monitor ====
This is a microphone which picks up what’s happening on stage and then feeds it to the [[tech box]] and [[dressing room]]. It is powered by an AA battery in a little black box at the stage left end of the [[tech box]]. The On/Off control is also built into this box. The feed in the [[tech box]] can be turned off at the white box at the stage right end of the [[tech box]], which switches between Monitor and PFL. The microphone is situated at the back of the [[auditorium]] so you can hear what the directors say to their friends straight after the show comes down.

==== Stage Weight ====
These are big lumps of metal that you use to hold flats (See [[#Flats|Flats]]) in place. They are placed on the end of stage braces (See [[#Braces, Stage|Braces, Stage]]) so they don’t move and you can also secure the bases of flats with them to stop people kicking them.

==== Stamps ====
Two types, the first is for sending letters and if you can’t use these you’ve got a problem, especially as now you don’t even have to lick them. The other is the [[EUSA]] stamp which all posters in [[EUSA]] buildings must have on or they’ll just get ripped down. We have a computer version of the [[EUSA]] stamp to put on posters- ask publicity manager.

== T ==

==== T-Shirts ====
Most mainterms do T-Shirts of some kind, make sure if you want one that you get one for any shows, you can justify it if they ask what you’ve done for the show by telling them you’re letting it happen.

====Technicians ====

:See [[Technical]]

==== Tech, Granddaddy ====
:see [[#Grandad Tech|Grandad Tech]]

==== Tech Manager ====
This person is the one you’ll have to work very closely with, basically if it breaks and it’s got a plug on it it’s their problem if it hasn’t got a plug it’s yours. They should know how to use all the equipment in the building and seem to spend all their time changing bulbs…but at least that means you don’t. Their two main jobs through the year are tech directing the fresher’s play and getting everything [[#Test, PAT (Portable Appliance Test)|PAT tested]].

==== Telewest ====
The company that we get out phone from.

==== Tequila Club ====
:See [[Tequila Club]]

==== Test, PAT (Portable Appliance Test) ====
This is the test that the University administers to anything with a plug. Technically everything should be tested but we have some things that cease to exist (quantum effect) when the PAT test man comes around. It needs done yearly although cable should be done every six months.

==== Teviot Key ====
We keep a key in [[Teviot]] to stop [[committee]] members getting phone calls at random times by people needing into the building. The key is attached to a bit of wood because the first person to sign it out returned their house keys and didn’t think to go in and swap before I got phone calls from people who thought the key was broken. Even worse is that this was a [[committee]] member (Generally referred to as the weakest link) who had their own side door key anyway.

==== Theatre Manager ====
Knows everything. No no, EVERYTHING.
:See [[Theatre Manager]]

==== Toilet Paper ====
Normally used for wiping your arse. There are people who try and use this stuff for sets even going so far as to tell you that they’ve sprayed it with flamcheck so what’s the problem? When it’s actually being used for it’s main purpose it needs to be put in the dispensers because otherwise more goes on the floor than in the toilet. Make sure that every time there is a show they get completely refilled and you should be fine. You’ll find that when it runs out people use green towels to wipe their bums rather than going and refilling the dispensers.

==== Tools ====
:See [[Tools]]

==== Trade Waste ====
The people responsible for Claymore (See [[#Bins|Bins]]) they empty it once a week. You can call them on 0131 469 5655 if you need extra uplifts or to find out what’s happening if you find it’s not been emptied or emptied on the wrong day. You’ll normally get an answer phone not a real person but they normally call back in about an hour.

==== Trap Doors ====
There are two in the stage they go down into the crypt, other than that there are several on the balcony, one in each toilet, two in the main office and one in the costume cupboard. The ones on the balcony open to let you at hidey holes The ones in the office let you under the floor. The one in the gents lets you under the floor and you can technically climb through to the crypt, although slimmer [[Theatre Manager]]s than I have got stuck half way. The trap door in the ladies goes into a little room under the floor. The trap door in the costume cupboard leads down to the stage left exit, there are normally things ontop of this trap door so it is of limited use.

== U ==

==== University ====
Technically the reason you’re here.

==== University Furniture ====
The University owns lots of nice antique furniture but you have to ask before you can borrow it. The person to ask is….

== V ==

==== Videoing Shows ====
Technically this is kind of illegal because it infringes on copyright but often there is a "Copy for our archives" get out clause in the rights. There are two main ways of doing this, either sitting in the audience or doing it from the balcony. Be aware that you still have to obey the fire regulations so is they’re using a tripod it really needs to be at the end of the back row and since it will interfere with more than one seat there will need to be more tickets taken out of the computer. The projection hole is also useful for placing cameras into especially as from here they’re often close enough to plug the [[#Stage Monitor|Stage Monitor]] into.

==== Venue Hire Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Venue Hire Manager| Committee : Venue Hire Manager]]

== W ==

==== Wardrobe Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Wardrobe Manager|Committee: Wardrobe Manager]]

==== Water Supply ====
We have two tanks, one large one for the [[toilets]] and [[café]] which is situated on the balcony under the wood store, the other is located high on the stage left balcony which feeds the heating system. The heating system one gurgles when it turns on or off. We are metered so make sure people turn off taps and stuff.

==== Washers ====
These are metal disks which you can use to stop bits rubbing or give a larger surface area when fixing. These are vital on lantern hook clamps along with a Spring Washer. See Spring washer.

==== Webmaster ====
:see [[Non-Committee Positions#Webmaster|Non-Committee Positions: Webmaster]]

==== Web Site ====
Our best advertising because it is available on a sensible address ([http://www.bedlamtheatre.co.uk www.bedlamtheatre.co.uk]) and anyone can check it.

==== White lines ====
All steps should have while lines on them, this is especially true of ones which are painted black. The important ones are the FoH ones on which the white lines should be at least on inch wide. Painting white lines is harder than you thing because you need to mask them well but the steps that you’re putting them onto will probably not be dry yet and the paint will come off when you remove the tape. The way to get around this is to wait a couple of days with the tape on and then dissolve it with water, leaving immaculate white lines. You will also find that no matter how many wet paint signs you put up someone will walk up the steps and spoil your lines. This is generally done at Fringe time but could well need done at other points.

==== White Paint ====
You should keep a supply of this just cos it’s useful and lunchtimes will want it. It’s slightly cheaper that black but not by much. It can be bought from Ian Russell (See [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell]]) or the Paint Shed (See [[#Paint Shed, The|Paint Shed]]) in 5L tubs. Buy Matt paint for general use and a smaller tin of Gloss for the painting of some woodwork around the building and the white lines (see above). Do not use Gloss on stage it's nasty to light and almost impossible to paint over.

==== Windows ====
Get them cleaned when you can, I try and get it done at work ins. If they get broken report it to Estates and buildings who have to repair them as part of the buildings agreement (See [[#Buildings Agreement|Buildings Agreement]]). You’ll find that quite often the little panes of glass get broken on Friday/Saturday nights. Try and get this reported as soon as possible. The windows on both sides were replaced in late 2006 by the works department.

==== Wing Nuts/Bolts ====
:See [[#Nuts|Nuts]], See [[#Bolts|Bolts]] just these ones are designed to be done up by hand.

==== Wood ====
Wood comes in lots of types and sizes (See Chipboard, See [[#MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard)|MDF]], See Wood, Laminated). We shouldn’t store any on the balconies because it’s a fire hazard but we do. There is a wood store at the back behind the tech box which was built and altered at the request of the Fire Officer. For wood to be used onstage it should be painted on all sides. You need to do it right in the Fringe because the fire officer might well check. This includes visiting companies sets.

==== Works Department ====
The arm of the University that does all the maintenance work, they’re pretty slow but they do come out and do stuff. If something needs done quickly tell them and they can put it through as a priority job (Like doors needing replaced). Be nice and polite even if their workmen turn up twenty minutes before a lunchtime to fix the toilets. There is a long term belief within the works department that we either don't exist or will stop existing soon. This makes it hard to persuade them to spend time and money on the building. Things have improved in 2006 due to a new manager being appointed.

== X ==

==== X-ray machine ====
nope, Bedlam doesn't have one of those

== Y ==

==== Yes ====
Possibly the most dangerous word there is (See [[#No|No]]) especially if you’re saying it…then only problem is that you probably started this job with yes. Now think about all the trouble it’s caused you and don’t do it again.

====Youth Project====
See [[Youth project]]

== Z ==

==== Zippo Lighters ====
Dangerous nasty things these, they’re not allowed onstage because they don’t go out if you drop them which is bad (Although not as bad as when a pissed [[committee]] member drops a lit one into your lap at [[Teviot]]).

Committee

2008-12-15T16:57:45Z

Amar: /* Productions Manager */

The EUTC is administered by a permanent Committee of 14 members. They are; the [[Committee#President|President]], [[Committee#Secretary|Secretary]] and the [[Committee#Business Manager|Business]], [[Committee#Theatre Manager|Theatre]], [[Committee#Set Manager|Set]], [[Committee#Technical Manager|Technical]], [[Committee#Productions Manager|Productions]], [[Committee#Marketing Manager|Marketing]], [[Committee#Front of House Manager|Front of House]], [[Committee#Wardrobe Manager|Wardrobe]], [[Committee#Entertainments Manager|Entertainments]], [[Committee#Venue Hire Manager|Venue Hire]] and [[Committee#Fringe Venue Manager|Fringe Venue Manager]] as well as the [[Committee#Archivist|Archivist]]. It is the role of the Committee to administer the EUTC and to ensure the smooth running of the theatre. The Committee are elected at the AGM (usually at the end of February) to serve the period April 1- March 31st.

:See also: [[Non-Committee Positions]]

== President ==

It is the role of the President to chair meetings and to oversee the work of the committee and the general management of the Company. The President should remain impartial and always act in the best long term interest of the EUTC. The President is the Licensee and is also required to keep the Company Office tidy

2008-2009 Lauren McLeod

2007-2008 Lucy Jackson

2006-2007 James Mutton

2005-2006 Miriam Raines

2004-2005 Matt Gray

2003-2004 Rebekah Stackhouse

2002-2003 Natalie Adzic

== Business Manager ==

It is the role of the Business Manager to maintain the accounts and to facilitate communication between the EUTC and EUSAs Accounts department. The Business Manager is a cheques signatory. The oversee all spending and ensure that shows don't go over budget.

2008-2009 Colleen Patterson

2007-2008 Lara-Ann de Wet

2006-2007 Fran Rooney

2005-2006 James Mutton

2004-2005 Victoria Tills

2003-2004 Rachel Mountfield

== Secretary ==

The Secretary is responsible for all of the administrative leg-work of the EUTC. They keep minutes of all meetings and makes rehearsal schedules.

2008-2009 Amy Brewer

2007-2008 Fran Walker

2006-2007 Helena Larkin

2005-2006 Becky Hill (until Dec. 2005) Emma Drage (from Dec. 2005)

2004-2005 Emma Drage

2003-2004 Alex Howard

== Theatre Manager ==

The Theatre Manager is responsible for the day to day running of the theatre, They ensure that all sets are safe. The ensure that the theatre is safe and that there are no obvious fire/ health and safety problems. They also maintain the building, doing small amounts of repair work. They also facilitate communication with the works department over the more serious repair works. The Theatre Manager maintains a TM Handbook which keeps up-to-date info about the building. The Theatre Manager is named on the License as the 'Responsible Manager' as such legally, the buck stops with them.
see also [[Theatre Manager- Job Description]]

2008-2009 Cat Hobart

2007-2008 Kerry O'Herlihy

2006-2007 Dave Larking

2005-2006 Alex Engel

2004-2005 Tom Latter

2003-2004 Kati Hind

2002-2003 Jay Adriaanse

== Set Manager ==

The position of Set Manager was created at the end of 2007 to relieve some pressure from the Theatre Manager. The Set Manager is responsible for all communications with show stage managers, responsible for all set (on the balconies) and tidiness and resources of the workshop. The Set Manager is directly responsible to the Theatre Manager

2008-2009 Alex 'Mal' Mead

== Technical Manager ==

The technical manager manages anything with a plug! They ensure that techies keep work safely and offers guidance on lighting and sound. The Tech Manager also ensures that all the lanterns and technical equipment work.

2008-2009 Ewan Connor

2007-2008 Neale Dutton

2006-2007 Xander Macmillan

2005-2006 Ruth Wilkinson

2004-2005 Heather Hanshaw

2003-2004 Lord James "Evil" Turner-Inman

2002-2003 Mr Matt Grey

2001-2002 David Watson

2000-2001 Graeme Timms

1999-2000 Neil E Hobbs

== Productions Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Productions Manager facilitates communication between individual shows and the company as a whole. They decide on which slots are available and chair the meeting which decided which slot each show gets. Additionally, the Productions Manager chairs the casting meeting and oversees auditions

They talk regularly with all the shows and should know exactly what’s happening in all shows. They communicate between shows and [[committee]] so that all shows should know what’s the [[committee]] is saying about them and take measures to stop us kicking their butts. They distribute [[Production Guidelines]] so that people have no excuse when they do stupid things.

2008-2009 Ben Davies

2007-2008 Fred Gordon

2006-2007 Ishbel MacFarlane

2005-2006 Alex Robertson

2004-2005 Timothy Goodwin

2003-2004 Miriam Raines

== Marketing Manager ==

The Marketing Manager oversees all publicated material and all external public communication, to ensure that the EUTC is always shown in the best-light possible. They proof all posters, programmes and fliers to enusre they are accurate and that they do not damage the EUTC or Bedlams Public image.

2008-2009 Alia Ainuddin

2007-2008 Nick Kay

2006-2007 Lily Kember

2005-2006 Chris Mounsey

2004-2005 Claire Glendenning

2003-2004 Idil Sukan

== Front of House Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Front of House Manager makes sure that the Front of House area is tidy and looks good for arriving customers. They are in charge of staffing and ensure that every shows has the required number of staff. The make sure that the cafe has stock to sell. They ensure that the Committee know how to Committee Rep (v. important)

This person looks after the FoH areas including kitchen, they make sure the [[café]] and cleaning cupboard are kept stocked and that things get cleaned. They also arrange staffing but since producers are notoriously unable to make staff turn up (And their excuse is that they got them to sign up so them not turning up is not their problem). They tend to do their own maintenance if you prod them so that you don’t have to.

2008-2009 Chris Payne

2007-2008 Lauren McLeod

2006-2007 Hannah Myers

2005-2006 Heather Hanshaw

2004-2005 Lord James "Evil" Turner-Inman

2003-2004 Matt Grey

== Wardrobe Manager ==

The Wardrobe Manager has the glorious task of keeping the dressing room and costume cupboard clean and tidy. They also get to costume every show, with no notice and no budget. They often get locked in, as noone is ever aware that they are in the building.

2008-2009 Camille Acosta

2007-2008 Denise Wood

2006-2007 Colleen Patterson

2005-2006 Michael Whitham

2004-2005 Emma Allford (to Sept 2005) Michael Whitham (from September 2005)

2003-2004 Victoria Tills

== Entertainments Manager ==

The Entertainments Managers ultimate job is to organise the Bedlam Ball at the end of semester 2. In order to subsidise this they organise a number of events and parties throughout the year, which contribute to the funding.

2008-2009 Sam Hansford

2007-2008 George Thomas

2006-2007 Tom Paul

2005-2006 Kerri Hall

2004-2005 James Mutton

2003-2004 Natalie Raeched

== Venue Hire Manager ==

The Venue Hire manager facilitates communication between outside companies who wish to hire the venue throughout term time and the company. They organise contracts, dates and staffing for outside hires. They are also on hand to offer support to outside companies.

2008-2009 Fran Walker

2007-2008 Michael Whitham

2006-2007 Michael Whitham

2005-2006 Kati Hind

2004-2005 Idil Sukan

2003-2004 Jay Addriannse

== Fringe Venue Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Fringe Venue Manager, is the only non- elected post. They are hired by the a panel comprising the Former Fringe Venue Manager, the President a EUSA accounts representative and the EUSA VP- Services. Their term is usually January - January. They are responsible for hiring the Fringe Managers. They are also responsible for programming and communicating with the outside companies. They assume operational control of the EUTC for the period June - August for the year they are hired and oversee the EUTC presence at the Fringe.
They are usually paid a small sum of money as compensation for the blood, sweat, tears and general loss of mental health. There are occasionally parties to attend.

This is the person responsible for running the building during the fringe. It is normally a job taken by people who have experience of producing and little experience of production. They advertise the building in the run up to the Fringe, chose the shows, appoint the staff and are technically in charge for the fringe. Remember that if your name is on the License when the shit hits the fan you make the decisions and can kick Fringe butt.

2008 Colleen Patterson

2007 Matt Wieteska

2006 Charlotte Jarvis

2005 Claire Glendenning

2004 Miriam Raines

2003 Cat Smith

2002 Graeme Timms

2001 Morven Pack

2000 Chloe Darlington

== Archivist ==

The Archivist, is resposible for maintaining records off all EUTC productions. S/he is responsible for collecting all the P&P of each show, taking pictures of builds/dress runs/after-show drunken bashes, etc. This is really helpful to stage managers in later years who may be looking to do something similar to what has gone before as well as giving us stuff to look back on and to show impressionable young freshers of all the amazing things that get built in Bedlam.

see also [[Archive]]

2008-2009 Rebecca White

2007-2008 Richard Dennis

2006-2007 Cat Hoyle

2005-2006 Graeme Wright

2004-2005 Adam Millard

2003-2004 Lucy Kirkwood

Marketing Manager

2008-12-15T16:56:40Z

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#redirect [[Committee#Marketing Manager]]

Committee

2008-12-15T16:53:18Z

Amar: /* Front of House Manager */

The EUTC is administered by a permanent Committee of 14 members. They are; the [[Committee#President|President]], [[Committee#Secretary|Secretary]] and the [[Committee#Business Manager|Business]], [[Committee#Theatre Manager|Theatre]], [[Committee#Set Manager|Set]], [[Committee#Technical Manager|Technical]], [[Committee#Productions Manager|Productions]], [[Committee#Marketing Manager|Marketing]], [[Committee#Front of House Manager|Front of House]], [[Committee#Wardrobe Manager|Wardrobe]], [[Committee#Entertainments Manager|Entertainments]], [[Committee#Venue Hire Manager|Venue Hire]] and [[Committee#Fringe Venue Manager|Fringe Venue Manager]] as well as the [[Committee#Archivist|Archivist]]. It is the role of the Committee to administer the EUTC and to ensure the smooth running of the theatre. The Committee are elected at the AGM (usually at the end of February) to serve the period April 1- March 31st.

:See also: [[Non-Committee Positions]]

== President ==

It is the role of the President to chair meetings and to oversee the work of the committee and the general management of the Company. The President should remain impartial and always act in the best long term interest of the EUTC. The President is the Licensee and is also required to keep the Company Office tidy

2008-2009 Lauren McLeod

2007-2008 Lucy Jackson

2006-2007 James Mutton

2005-2006 Miriam Raines

2004-2005 Matt Gray

2003-2004 Rebekah Stackhouse

2002-2003 Natalie Adzic

== Business Manager ==

It is the role of the Business Manager to maintain the accounts and to facilitate communication between the EUTC and EUSAs Accounts department. The Business Manager is a cheques signatory. The oversee all spending and ensure that shows don't go over budget.

2008-2009 Colleen Patterson

2007-2008 Lara-Ann de Wet

2006-2007 Fran Rooney

2005-2006 James Mutton

2004-2005 Victoria Tills

2003-2004 Rachel Mountfield

== Secretary ==

The Secretary is responsible for all of the administrative leg-work of the EUTC. They keep minutes of all meetings and makes rehearsal schedules.

2008-2009 Amy Brewer

2007-2008 Fran Walker

2006-2007 Helena Larkin

2005-2006 Becky Hill (until Dec. 2005) Emma Drage (from Dec. 2005)

2004-2005 Emma Drage

2003-2004 Alex Howard

== Theatre Manager ==

The Theatre Manager is responsible for the day to day running of the theatre, They ensure that all sets are safe. The ensure that the theatre is safe and that there are no obvious fire/ health and safety problems. They also maintain the building, doing small amounts of repair work. They also facilitate communication with the works department over the more serious repair works. The Theatre Manager maintains a TM Handbook which keeps up-to-date info about the building. The Theatre Manager is named on the License as the 'Responsible Manager' as such legally, the buck stops with them.
see also [[Theatre Manager- Job Description]]

2008-2009 Cat Hobart

2007-2008 Kerry O'Herlihy

2006-2007 Dave Larking

2005-2006 Alex Engel

2004-2005 Tom Latter

2003-2004 Kati Hind

2002-2003 Jay Adriaanse

== Set Manager ==

The position of Set Manager was created at the end of 2007 to relieve some pressure from the Theatre Manager. The Set Manager is responsible for all communications with show stage managers, responsible for all set (on the balconies) and tidiness and resources of the workshop. The Set Manager is directly responsible to the Theatre Manager

2008-2009 Alex 'Mal' Mead

== Technical Manager ==

The technical manager manages anything with a plug! They ensure that techies keep work safely and offers guidance on lighting and sound. The Tech Manager also ensures that all the lanterns and technical equipment work.

2008-2009 Ewan Connor

2007-2008 Neale Dutton

2006-2007 Xander Macmillan

2005-2006 Ruth Wilkinson

2004-2005 Heather Hanshaw

2003-2004 Lord James "Evil" Turner-Inman

2002-2003 Mr Matt Grey

2001-2002 David Watson

2000-2001 Graeme Timms

1999-2000 Neil E Hobbs

== Productions Manager ==

The Productions Manager facilitates communication between individual shows and the company as a whole. They decide on which slots are available and chair the meeting which decided which slot each show gets. Additionally, the Productions Manager chairs the casting meeting and oversees auditions

2008-2009 Ben Davies

2007-2008 Fred Gordon

2006-2007 Ishbel MacFarlane

2005-2006 Alex Robertson

2004-2005 Timothy Goodwin

2003-2004 Miriam Raines

== Marketing Manager ==

The Marketing Manager oversees all publicated material and all external public communication, to ensure that the EUTC is always shown in the best-light possible. They proof all posters, programmes and fliers to enusre they are accurate and that they do not damage the EUTC or Bedlams Public image.

2008-2009 Alia Ainuddin

2007-2008 Nick Kay

2006-2007 Lily Kember

2005-2006 Chris Mounsey

2004-2005 Claire Glendenning

2003-2004 Idil Sukan

== Front of House Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Front of House Manager makes sure that the Front of House area is tidy and looks good for arriving customers. They are in charge of staffing and ensure that every shows has the required number of staff. The make sure that the cafe has stock to sell. They ensure that the Committee know how to Committee Rep (v. important)

This person looks after the FoH areas including kitchen, they make sure the [[café]] and cleaning cupboard are kept stocked and that things get cleaned. They also arrange staffing but since producers are notoriously unable to make staff turn up (And their excuse is that they got them to sign up so them not turning up is not their problem). They tend to do their own maintenance if you prod them so that you don’t have to.

2008-2009 Chris Payne

2007-2008 Lauren McLeod

2006-2007 Hannah Myers

2005-2006 Heather Hanshaw

2004-2005 Lord James "Evil" Turner-Inman

2003-2004 Matt Grey

== Wardrobe Manager ==

The Wardrobe Manager has the glorious task of keeping the dressing room and costume cupboard clean and tidy. They also get to costume every show, with no notice and no budget. They often get locked in, as noone is ever aware that they are in the building.

2008-2009 Camille Acosta

2007-2008 Denise Wood

2006-2007 Colleen Patterson

2005-2006 Michael Whitham

2004-2005 Emma Allford (to Sept 2005) Michael Whitham (from September 2005)

2003-2004 Victoria Tills

== Entertainments Manager ==

The Entertainments Managers ultimate job is to organise the Bedlam Ball at the end of semester 2. In order to subsidise this they organise a number of events and parties throughout the year, which contribute to the funding.

2008-2009 Sam Hansford

2007-2008 George Thomas

2006-2007 Tom Paul

2005-2006 Kerri Hall

2004-2005 James Mutton

2003-2004 Natalie Raeched

== Venue Hire Manager ==

The Venue Hire manager facilitates communication between outside companies who wish to hire the venue throughout term time and the company. They organise contracts, dates and staffing for outside hires. They are also on hand to offer support to outside companies.

2008-2009 Fran Walker

2007-2008 Michael Whitham

2006-2007 Michael Whitham

2005-2006 Kati Hind

2004-2005 Idil Sukan

2003-2004 Jay Addriannse

== Fringe Venue Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Fringe Venue Manager, is the only non- elected post. They are hired by the a panel comprising the Former Fringe Venue Manager, the President a EUSA accounts representative and the EUSA VP- Services. Their term is usually January - January. They are responsible for hiring the Fringe Managers. They are also responsible for programming and communicating with the outside companies. They assume operational control of the EUTC for the period June - August for the year they are hired and oversee the EUTC presence at the Fringe.
They are usually paid a small sum of money as compensation for the blood, sweat, tears and general loss of mental health. There are occasionally parties to attend.

This is the person responsible for running the building during the fringe. It is normally a job taken by people who have experience of producing and little experience of production. They advertise the building in the run up to the Fringe, chose the shows, appoint the staff and are technically in charge for the fringe. Remember that if your name is on the License when the shit hits the fan you make the decisions and can kick Fringe butt.

2008 Colleen Patterson

2007 Matt Wieteska

2006 Charlotte Jarvis

2005 Claire Glendenning

2004 Miriam Raines

2003 Cat Smith

2002 Graeme Timms

2001 Morven Pack

2000 Chloe Darlington

== Archivist ==

The Archivist, is resposible for maintaining records off all EUTC productions. S/he is responsible for collecting all the P&P of each show, taking pictures of builds/dress runs/after-show drunken bashes, etc. This is really helpful to stage managers in later years who may be looking to do something similar to what has gone before as well as giving us stuff to look back on and to show impressionable young freshers of all the amazing things that get built in Bedlam.

see also [[Archive]]

2008-2009 Rebecca White

2007-2008 Richard Dennis

2006-2007 Cat Hoyle

2005-2006 Graeme Wright

2004-2005 Adam Millard

2003-2004 Lucy Kirkwood

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Committee

2008-12-15T16:49:54Z

Amar: /* Fringe Venue Manager */

The EUTC is administered by a permanent Committee of 14 members. They are; the [[Committee#President|President]], [[Committee#Secretary|Secretary]] and the [[Committee#Business Manager|Business]], [[Committee#Theatre Manager|Theatre]], [[Committee#Set Manager|Set]], [[Committee#Technical Manager|Technical]], [[Committee#Productions Manager|Productions]], [[Committee#Marketing Manager|Marketing]], [[Committee#Front of House Manager|Front of House]], [[Committee#Wardrobe Manager|Wardrobe]], [[Committee#Entertainments Manager|Entertainments]], [[Committee#Venue Hire Manager|Venue Hire]] and [[Committee#Fringe Venue Manager|Fringe Venue Manager]] as well as the [[Committee#Archivist|Archivist]]. It is the role of the Committee to administer the EUTC and to ensure the smooth running of the theatre. The Committee are elected at the AGM (usually at the end of February) to serve the period April 1- March 31st.

:See also: [[Non-Committee Positions]]

== President ==

It is the role of the President to chair meetings and to oversee the work of the committee and the general management of the Company. The President should remain impartial and always act in the best long term interest of the EUTC. The President is the Licensee and is also required to keep the Company Office tidy

2008-2009 Lauren McLeod

2007-2008 Lucy Jackson

2006-2007 James Mutton

2005-2006 Miriam Raines

2004-2005 Matt Gray

2003-2004 Rebekah Stackhouse

2002-2003 Natalie Adzic

== Business Manager ==

It is the role of the Business Manager to maintain the accounts and to facilitate communication between the EUTC and EUSAs Accounts department. The Business Manager is a cheques signatory. The oversee all spending and ensure that shows don't go over budget.

2008-2009 Colleen Patterson

2007-2008 Lara-Ann de Wet

2006-2007 Fran Rooney

2005-2006 James Mutton

2004-2005 Victoria Tills

2003-2004 Rachel Mountfield

== Secretary ==

The Secretary is responsible for all of the administrative leg-work of the EUTC. They keep minutes of all meetings and makes rehearsal schedules.

2008-2009 Amy Brewer

2007-2008 Fran Walker

2006-2007 Helena Larkin

2005-2006 Becky Hill (until Dec. 2005) Emma Drage (from Dec. 2005)

2004-2005 Emma Drage

2003-2004 Alex Howard

== Theatre Manager ==

The Theatre Manager is responsible for the day to day running of the theatre, They ensure that all sets are safe. The ensure that the theatre is safe and that there are no obvious fire/ health and safety problems. They also maintain the building, doing small amounts of repair work. They also facilitate communication with the works department over the more serious repair works. The Theatre Manager maintains a TM Handbook which keeps up-to-date info about the building. The Theatre Manager is named on the License as the 'Responsible Manager' as such legally, the buck stops with them.
see also [[Theatre Manager- Job Description]]

2008-2009 Cat Hobart

2007-2008 Kerry O'Herlihy

2006-2007 Dave Larking

2005-2006 Alex Engel

2004-2005 Tom Latter

2003-2004 Kati Hind

2002-2003 Jay Adriaanse

== Set Manager ==

The position of Set Manager was created at the end of 2007 to relieve some pressure from the Theatre Manager. The Set Manager is responsible for all communications with show stage managers, responsible for all set (on the balconies) and tidiness and resources of the workshop. The Set Manager is directly responsible to the Theatre Manager

2008-2009 Alex 'Mal' Mead

== Technical Manager ==

The technical manager manages anything with a plug! They ensure that techies keep work safely and offers guidance on lighting and sound. The Tech Manager also ensures that all the lanterns and technical equipment work.

2008-2009 Ewan Connor

2007-2008 Neale Dutton

2006-2007 Xander Macmillan

2005-2006 Ruth Wilkinson

2004-2005 Heather Hanshaw

2003-2004 Lord James "Evil" Turner-Inman

2002-2003 Mr Matt Grey

2001-2002 David Watson

2000-2001 Graeme Timms

1999-2000 Neil E Hobbs

== Productions Manager ==

The Productions Manager facilitates communication between individual shows and the company as a whole. They decide on which slots are available and chair the meeting which decided which slot each show gets. Additionally, the Productions Manager chairs the casting meeting and oversees auditions

2008-2009 Ben Davies

2007-2008 Fred Gordon

2006-2007 Ishbel MacFarlane

2005-2006 Alex Robertson

2004-2005 Timothy Goodwin

2003-2004 Miriam Raines

== Marketing Manager ==

The Marketing Manager oversees all publicated material and all external public communication, to ensure that the EUTC is always shown in the best-light possible. They proof all posters, programmes and fliers to enusre they are accurate and that they do not damage the EUTC or Bedlams Public image.

2008-2009 Alia Ainuddin

2007-2008 Nick Kay

2006-2007 Lily Kember

2005-2006 Chris Mounsey

2004-2005 Claire Glendenning

2003-2004 Idil Sukan

== Front of House Manager ==

The Front of House Manager makes sure that the Front of House area is tidy and looks good for arriving customers. They are in charge of staffing and ensure that every shows has the required number of staff. The make sure that the cafe has stock to sell. They ensure that the Committee know how to Committee Rep (v. important)

2008-2009 Chris Payne

2007-2008 Lauren McLeod

2006-2007 Hannah Myers

2005-2006 Heather Hanshaw

2004-2005 Lord James "Evil" Turner-Inman

2003-2004 Matt Grey

== Wardrobe Manager ==

The Wardrobe Manager has the glorious task of keeping the dressing room and costume cupboard clean and tidy. They also get to costume every show, with no notice and no budget. They often get locked in, as noone is ever aware that they are in the building.

2008-2009 Camille Acosta

2007-2008 Denise Wood

2006-2007 Colleen Patterson

2005-2006 Michael Whitham

2004-2005 Emma Allford (to Sept 2005) Michael Whitham (from September 2005)

2003-2004 Victoria Tills

== Entertainments Manager ==

The Entertainments Managers ultimate job is to organise the Bedlam Ball at the end of semester 2. In order to subsidise this they organise a number of events and parties throughout the year, which contribute to the funding.

2008-2009 Sam Hansford

2007-2008 George Thomas

2006-2007 Tom Paul

2005-2006 Kerri Hall

2004-2005 James Mutton

2003-2004 Natalie Raeched

== Venue Hire Manager ==

The Venue Hire manager facilitates communication between outside companies who wish to hire the venue throughout term time and the company. They organise contracts, dates and staffing for outside hires. They are also on hand to offer support to outside companies.

2008-2009 Fran Walker

2007-2008 Michael Whitham

2006-2007 Michael Whitham

2005-2006 Kati Hind

2004-2005 Idil Sukan

2003-2004 Jay Addriannse

== Fringe Venue Manager ==
{{ Merge me }}

The Fringe Venue Manager, is the only non- elected post. They are hired by the a panel comprising the Former Fringe Venue Manager, the President a EUSA accounts representative and the EUSA VP- Services. Their term is usually January - January. They are responsible for hiring the Fringe Managers. They are also responsible for programming and communicating with the outside companies. They assume operational control of the EUTC for the period June - August for the year they are hired and oversee the EUTC presence at the Fringe.
They are usually paid a small sum of money as compensation for the blood, sweat, tears and general loss of mental health. There are occasionally parties to attend.

This is the person responsible for running the building during the fringe. It is normally a job taken by people who have experience of producing and little experience of production. They advertise the building in the run up to the Fringe, chose the shows, appoint the staff and are technically in charge for the fringe. Remember that if your name is on the License when the shit hits the fan you make the decisions and can kick Fringe butt.

2008 Colleen Patterson

2007 Matt Wieteska

2006 Charlotte Jarvis

2005 Claire Glendenning

2004 Miriam Raines

2003 Cat Smith

2002 Graeme Timms

2001 Morven Pack

2000 Chloe Darlington

== Archivist ==

The Archivist, is resposible for maintaining records off all EUTC productions. S/he is responsible for collecting all the P&P of each show, taking pictures of builds/dress runs/after-show drunken bashes, etc. This is really helpful to stage managers in later years who may be looking to do something similar to what has gone before as well as giving us stuff to look back on and to show impressionable young freshers of all the amazing things that get built in Bedlam.

see also [[Archive]]

2008-2009 Rebecca White

2007-2008 Richard Dennis

2006-2007 Cat Hoyle

2005-2006 Graeme Wright

2004-2005 Adam Millard

2003-2004 Lucy Kirkwood

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== A ==

==== Abus ====
Brand of padlocks Bedlam uses for both standard and alcohol locks on the [[café]] and the fire exit and main door security. Typically, the corresponding keys should only come in two sizes, however a load exist on the TM keys to which there don't appear to be any locks. Each padlock should have a number on it, so if you take the padlock to a locksmith, you should be able to get more padlocks/keys that are the same lock.

==== Actors ====
:See [[Actor]]s

==== Adam House ====
:See [[Other theatres#Adam House| Other theatres: Adam House]]

==== AGM - Annual General Meeting ====
Outgoing [[committee]] reports explaining what they have done during their year are given. The [[committee]] for the coming year is elected. Fringe shows are proposed and selected. Any other large motions affecting the running of the company are proposed and debated. Loads of talk happens about the constitution. Bring a pen, a book and a crate of booze.

==== AJ ====
:See [[Tools#AJ| Tools: AJ]]

==== Archivist ====
:See [[Committee#Archivist| Committee: Archivist]]

==== Argument ====
:See [[#AGM - Annual General Meeting|AGM]], [[Current events#Regular Events|Company meetings]], [[Pubs]] etc

==== Art ====
What the [[EUTC]] is technically all about to promote. “Art holds up a mirror to the universe” but since the universe is infinite, there is no mirror large enough therefore art is crap. (nb this is not to be confused with painting. painting is pretty.)

==== Avalon Stage Armoury ====
Have known moved to Glasgow (I think). Run by Alan Jeffreys. Make sure to phone before you go there because chances are he’ll not be in. Make sure anything borrowed gets returned on time, in a decent state and people pay promptly. He’s reasonably cheap and the only place around that hires stage armoury out.

==== Auditorium ====
:See [[Auditorium]]

== B ==

==== Banners ====
We have two wood and six canvas:
- The wood ones are:- one is a large rectangle which is used for mainterms and one is a large [[Fat Cat]] which can be used during the fringe. The mainterm one gets repainted for each show and should get painted in gloss for water proofing reasons. The banners are tied to the eyelets on the front of the building and when the fat cat gets put up the head needs to be tied to the stonework which requires climbing skills.
- The Canvas ones are for fringe use only. The hang for canvas baners is approx 4.5m and are normally hung from the towers above the red notice boards. Eyelets exist for this purpose. and comprise:
-- Two red banners that say "Bedlam" and "Theatre"
-- Two that have giant Becks bottles and Venue 49 on them. The Becks banners were part of a sponsorship deal in years past and do not have to be hung. There are/were also some Cobra banners for a similar reason.
-- Two 5m length blue Deuchas IPA with the words "Bedlam Theatre, Venue 49". Please note the 5m length for a 4.5m hang, in Fringe 2007 they were suspended on a secured scaffolding structure on top of each tower. Lighting was also put on top of each of the scaffolding structures. It worked well, however make sure you put the banners flat against the wall or they will blow out and rip out from the eyelets.

==== Barrett, Mr David ====
He is incharge of the Electrical department of Estates and Buildings. His phone number is 0131 650 2484. We should get him to organise any electrical installations we get.

==== Bedlam Red (gloss) ====
This is the colour that FoH woodwork is painted. It can be bought from Ian Russell and is called "rioja red."

==== Bins ====
There are bins through out the building with black liners in. They are never emptied unless the [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]], the [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|FoH Manager]] or the Duty Manager tells someone to do it, although any member of the company can if they like. The large bin outside the side entrance ("Claymore") gets emptied on a Monday Morning and the lid was replaced after the old one snapped off in 2001. Watch out about overloading it, the bin men can become angry. It was once filled with scrap metal and almost broke the bin lorry. The key to Claymore is the green plastic thing on the Duty Manager's keys, TM keys, and others. The FoH bins are located round the front of the building on either side of the door, they were re-located there to prevent tramp mis-use. These bins occasionally have needles left in or near them, be careful when emptying. The key to the FoH bins is the metal tab thing on the [[FoH manager]]'s keys.

==== Bin Bags ====
Readily available to company members in the cleaning cupboard, it’s amazing that some long standing members have to ask you where they are.

Don't waste them because then we have to spend money getting more when we could be spending that money on cool shit like softer bog roll or new tools or lanterns.

==== Black Light ====
:See [[Lighting Hire]]

==== Black Techie ====
:See [[Black Techie]]

==== Blackwood, Alan ====
EUSA Buildings Manager. Not Owen Quinn.

==== Bleach ====
Buy it in big 5l bottles, great for cleaning the [[toilets]] and for pouring over the backstage exit when someone has forgotten to lock it and it’s been pissed on, less of a problem now it's not a bog. Also works as a weed killer.

==== Blue Meanie ====
The Edinburgh term for Parking Attendant, they’re the nasty people who fine you if you park in the wrong place. See parking for how to get away with parking at Bedlam. They live on Chambers Street so never park here illegally because it’s the first and last place they check. They also have offices on Garden Terrace so watch out if you park here.

==== Bobbys ====
:See [[Pubs#Bobbies|Pubs: Bobbys]]

==== Bolts ====
Really useful for holding things together but you can never find a matching set. People are to be encouraged to attach nuts and washers to them when they add them to the collection.

==== Braces, Stage ====
:See: [[Braces]]

==== Brika Float ====
A yummy thing consisting of ice cream stuck in the bottom of a pint glass and Smirnoff Ice poured in on top of it. There may be stirring involved depending on how sloshed you are already and how much you really care. Invented by a strange Canadian and occasionally served in the Bedlam [[café]] on pain of loud squealy sounds.

==== Broom, Alastair ====
Part Techie, Part Author (of the 1991 revision of this manual). Complete saint and has been known to be witty on occasion.
:See: [[User:AlTheTechie]]

==== Buildings Agreement ====
:See: [[Buildings Agreement]]

==== Business Manager ====
:See: [[Business Manager]]

== C ==

==== Cable ====
Mains cable is best bought from Blacklight. Fancy cable can be bought from Farnell (See [[#Farnell|Farnell]]) or from Maplin (See [[#Maplin|Maplin]])

==== Café ====
:See [[Café]]

==== Cans/Comms ====
:See [[Comms]]
==== Cappadocia ====
:See [[Take Aways]]

==== Carpet ====
Ok, there are lots of carpets around and they were replaced in: [[Ogg Office]] 1999, Side Entrance fringe 2001, [[Auditorium]] 1998 with tiles added 2005, [[Dressing room]] 2000. Carpet is stored on the [[balcony]] under the floor of the [[workshop]] area which can be accessed by moving the steps which lead down to the scaff store. The carpet in the dressing room is guaranteed for five years against most of the stuff that happens to it but you have try to clean it with the stuff they provided first which has since been lost. The paperwork can be found in the [[Theatre Manager]]’s drawer in the guarantees section. The carpet in the side entrance and auditorium walkways are tiles so that when too much paint is spilled on them you can just replace the affected tiles.

==== Ceilidhs ====
Fun and joy! Go, go dance like a crazy person! See [http://www.teannaich.com Teannaich]

==== Central Fish and Chip Shop ====
:See [[Take Aways]]

==== Cigarettes ====
Look in the show section for "[[Production Guidelines - Lunchtimes#Fire, firearms and smoking|Smoking on stage]]" guidelines. It's amazing how many times you have to tell people not to smoke in the auditorium, especially now that smoking is illegal in the building. Make sure there is a copious amount of No Smoking signs throughout the building, even in the box office.

==== Cigars ====
For when pissed and dressed up (Or end of fringe). See [[#Cigarettes|Cigarettes]]

==== Cloth/Material ====
Can be purchased from Edinburgh Fabrics on South Clerk Street, which has the advantage of being very close and has reasonable prices (ask for student discount). If you are buying a lot it is generally worth it to go to the Cloth Shop in Leith (at the end of Broughton Road, you can walk there from Bedlam in about forty minutes) which has a better selection and can be cheaper for buying in bulk. If you need speciality fabrics there is also Mandors on East Claremont Street, but they can be pricey. Ask the wardrobe manager before buying because we have rather a lot of spare material in the costume cupboard.

==== Construction ====
This tends to be a bit of a nightmare and any major undertakings should be vetoed in the [[Theatre Manager]]’s Questionnaire stage. You need to keep an eye on people doing it because it’s amazing the number of [[actor]]s who will try and use power tools without knowing anything about what they’re doing. Construction should not happen in FoH areas without the permission of the [[Theatre Manager]] and the [[FoH Manager]]. [[Café]] furniture should not be used in construction because it gets damaged. Allowing construction in the [[Office]] is not sensible because it makes a mess and the [[president]] rarely tidies.

==== Cooker, kitchen ====

:See: [[Guide_to_Building#Cooker|Guide to Building - Cooker]]

==== Costume Cupboard ====
:See [[Costuming]] or [[Costume Cupboard]]

==== Counter, Box Office ====
:See [[Box Office#Counter|Box Office - Counter]]

== D ==

==== Degree ====

# Unit of temperature, normally low in the auditorium and too high in the office, just right in the [[café]].
# Level of education, normally gained at University. Technically this is what you’re here for, try not to forget although don’t neglect the building.

==== Desk, Office ====
We have 2 working desks! Woot!

==== Detergent ====
Buy it in big 5L containers.

==== Directors ====
Most problem sets are not due to SMs but directors demanding them and not knowing how to build them. Useful for cleaning the [[toilets]]at work ins.

==== Disabled Access ====
The only disabled access to the theatre is through the side entrance. This classes as only limited access as people can’t use it when a show is on. Make sure box office staff know to tell them to turn up 20 mins before the performance so they’re not left sitting in the rain.

==== Disabled Legislation ====
By 2003 all public buildings must have full disabled access. We should build a ramp into the main doors.

==== Disabled Seats ====
The two seats on the front row stage left are easily removes, you just have to remove the four coach bolts and they lift out in a block. It’s a lot easier than the old practice of having to take two seats apart. You just have to make sure that the box office staff reduce the number of seats available for the performance. Always make sure you know about any disabled people who book themselves in, most will because they do recognise that we have to make special provision.

==== Disabled Toilets ====
We really need to have these so we can go in the fringe programme as having disabled facilities. The legislation sets a minimum door width, the doors must open outwards and you need to be able to open them from the outside.

==== Doorbell ====
:see [[Communication#Doorbell|Communication: Doorbell]]

== E ==

==== EDC ====
Edinburgh District Council. 200 2000. For Trade Waste, Licensing, Listed Building stuff.

==== EIF ====
Edinburgh International Festival. Runs at a similar time to the Fringe but tends to be big events like opera and concerts. Finishes with the Firework concert which is held in Prince’s Street Gardens and rivals the Hogmanay display.

==== Electrical work ====
You can normally get away with minor stuff like changing light bulbs. We’re definitely not allowed to do mains wiring which is why there are a few interesting cable runs in which look like real sockets but the cable runs to a plug which gets put into a wall socket (much confusion when someone unplugs it).

==== Electrical Mishaps ====
Try not to have any. Hope the fuses blow and the PCBs work. It is possible to survive a 415V 100A shock but the odds are against you so try and be safe.

==== Electrical Rating ====
Explanation. Bedlam is supplied with a full supply of three phases (Red, Blue and Yellow - EEC rules state these are now called Live 1,2,3 and coloured Black, Grey and Brown adding to everybody's pain.) each at 100A, 240V. General building power is drawn from the Red phase.

==== Electricity Bills ====
A man comes around every so often and checks the meter and we get billed monthly. The annual bill is around £2500. Try and remember to turn the lights off.

==== Endless Loop ====
:See [[#Loop, Endless|Loop, Endless]].

==== Entertainments Manager ====
Their big job through the year is to organise the ball, but sometimes fail to understand that what your average techie wants is food followed by a celeidh with lots of booze in the middle. [[Committee#Entertainments_Manager | Committee: Entertainments Manager]]

==== Estates and Buildings ====
The department of the University that is responsible for keeping Bedlam upright and weather tight. You will probably be on the phone to them every other week getting stuff fixed. They try to be helpful but you need to get put through to the right department…. We had a problem with the boiler in the kitchen and they sent us a plumber when what it needed was an electrician and the plumber said all the pipes were fine and went away again and I had to call again to get an electrician out. (See Works Department)

==== EUSA ====
Edinburgh University Students Association is the union for Edinburgh University students. They monitor our finances and make sure we’re not being stupid with our use of the building. At the end of the year they take care of any under/over spend so often there is a spending spree just before they empty our coffers. They are also responsible to the University for maintenance to the building, they quite often get left out when you deal directly with the University so try and let them know what’s happening.

==== Exterior Floods ====
We have one Sunflood (500W) lamp above the door and two 1K floods on the roof. The 1k floods were replaced for fringe 2001 because one of the old ones had had the glass break and then a pigeon decided to make it into a nest and was electrocuted. They can be turned on using the exterior floods breaker and the exterior floods switch in the fuse cupboard. You need to turn them both on. Gelling them looks nice but they burn through very quickly.

==== Eyelets ====
Normally in short supply these are a metal loop attached to a screw. They get lost and people always come to you for them so it is worth keeping a few spares. The best place to find them is in the back of flats (See Flats).

== F ==

==== Farnell ====
Electrical and Electronic component supply company. We have a small (£10000) account with them. The catalogue gets delivered periodically so make sure you get it before it gets binned. Our account number is on the catalouge and you will need it when ordering. If you order before 3pm it should arrive the next day.

==== Filling Cabinets ====
We have four, one in the [[Ogg Office]] and two in the main office in which anyone important has a drawer. The [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]]’s drawer is useful for keeping stuff in that you think you’ll need, I normally kept a 4D Maglite, Gaffa, eyelets and proplus there. The accountant, the [[Business Manager]] and the [[President]] are the only people with keys to the cabinet in the [[Ogg Office]]. Currently the fourth cabinet is in the side entrance lobby till someone has a better place for it. The Accountant’s cabinet was new after the old one was trashed when we were broken into [[fringe]] 2001.

==== Fire ====
:See [[Fire]]

==== First Aid ====
There should be a registered first aider on duty when the building is open to the public. It is worth looking into for the Fringe as you’ll have the same staff all month. Legally there should be a first aider around whenever construction is being carried out. First aid training can be arranged from the St Andrew’s Ambulance for about £10 so it might be worth organising a session, especially for the [[committee]] because that way you would have one on duty when the building is open.

==== First Aid Boxes ====
First aid boxes should be found in the office, the box office and the café. There is currently only one public first aid box in the box office and one small first aid kit, not for the public, in the [[café]]. Blue plasters should also normally be found in the kitchen. The first aid boxes need to be monitored to keep their contents up to date, each box has a list of what it should contain on the box. You’ll find that people use up all the plasters without telling you and then complain when they can’t find any.

==== Flats ====
:See [[Flats]]

==== Flat Store ====
:See [[Balconies#Flat_Store|Balconies: Flat Store]]

==== Flooding ====
Do not- I repeat - NOT replace the cover on the drainpipe outside the back fire exit. It causes flooding, and water runs straight down into the foundations, causing the building to collapse even faster than it will already.

==== Floor Boards ====
Most of ours are pretty manky especially the ones under the stage. They are faff to replace and quite expensive.

==== Foyer Lights ====
The Lights in the foyer run off a 12V supply which also feeds the doorbell. The supply is located in the tech box. They are turned on at the switch in the box office and have a tendency to blow.

==== Fresher’s Week ====
This is when we try and sell [[EUTC]] to lots of sweet innocent things straight from high school. Try and keep the building reasonably tidy and concentrate on going out drinking, don’t let them rope you into organising anything. It is a good idea to try and make a decent first impression. There are normally shows happening and they tend to have no budget and ask for lots of favours, try and make them good because good shows attract members.

==== Fringe ====
:See [[Fringe]]

==== Fringe Venue Manager ====
This is the person responsible for running the building during the fringe. It is normally a job taken by people who have experience of producing and little experience of production. They advertise the building in the run up to the Fringe, chose the shows, appoint the staff and are technically in charge for the fringe. Remember that if your name is on the License when the shit hits the fan you make the decisions and can kick Fringe butt.
:See [[Committee#Fringe_Venue_Manager|Committee: Fringe Venue Manager]]

==== Fringe Safe ====
An excellent book containing all the information you need to stay safe and legal, definitely worth a read even if you’re not doing the Fringe. Can be obtained from the Fringe Society Office on the High Street, although the Venue Manager (See [[A_to_Z#Fringe Venue Manager|Fringe Venue Manager]]) should be sent a copy. Every Fringe company used to be sent a copy but now only the venue managers get one.

==== Front of House Manager ====
This person looks after the FoH areas including kitchen, they make sure the [[café]] and cleaning cupboard are kept stocked and that things get cleaned. They also arrange staffing but since producers are notoriously unable to make staff turn up (And their excuse is that they got them to sign up so them not turning up is not their problem). They tend to do their own maintenance if you prod them so that you don’t have to.
:See [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|Committee: Front of House Manager]]

==== Furniture ====
This breaks down into two sections.
:# Bedlam furniture which is stuff which is used in the everyday life of the theatre so [[café]] stools, tables and the contents of the office. None of this should appear on stage.
:# Set furniture which is mainly kept on the balcony. None of this should appear in the [[café]] or office.

== G ==

==== Gaffa Tape ====
It is much like The Force, in that it has a Dark Side, a Light Side and holds the whole known universe together. Mainterms need to buy their own. You should keep a supply but don't put it all out cos it will walk. It can be bought from many suppliers, with Screwfix being about the cheapest followed by SKL and Blacklight.

==== Gas ====
We have gas powered heating and the meter gets read monthly. We normally spend £1000 yearly on heating the building, although this has risen to about £2000 by trying to keep the actors happy but it didn’t work so this practice has been abandoned…..as long as the cans in the [[café]] don’t freeze, fob them off with an it’s an old cold building and even if I put the heating on 24 hours it would make no difference story.

==== Glass ====
Glass is dangerous stuff in set construction, try and persuade them to use Perspex instead which easier to work with. You shouldn’t need to work about glass because replacing windows comes under keeping the building weather tight which the University is responsible for (See [[#Buildings Agreement|Buildings Agreement]]).

==== Gordon, Mr Jim ====
Supplies us with all our toilet supplies.

==== Grandad Tech ====

The appellation given to the most experienced tech in the room. Normally the oldest ex [[tech manager]] although in the absence of a [[tech manager]] ex [[Theatre Manager]]s may be considered. If there are none of either the title may not be used, but since that chance of there not being one in the pub this is a situation which has never arisen.

==== Greyfriar’s Bobby's Bar ====
:See [[Pubs#Bobbys|Pubs: Bobbys]]

==== Guidelines ====
:See [[Guides#Guidelines|Guides: Guidelines]]

== H ==

==== Hammers ====
:See [[Tools#Hammers|Tools: Hammers]]

==== Hardboard ====
The cheapest wood, it is little more than cardboard. It is useful for covering things although not if you want them to last. It expands when wet so can be used in a shrink to fit fashion like reskinning the stage (See Stage). It can’t really be reused because it just crumbles.

==== Heating System ====
We have a gas powered system, the schematics and instructions for use can be found in the relevant appendix. Be nasty because we can’t afford to heat the building 24/7 and even then the actors would still complain. The tank in the auditorium makes funny noises when the heating turns on or off which scares actors. It also detracts from plays so try and make sure it does not cycle when there is a play on, I spent three weeks with it turning off at 20:00 until I watched a performance and it gurgled for a minute during a quiet bit. OOPS

==== Homebase ====
Convenient DIY store. THEY DO NOT SELL BLACK MATT PAINT!!! (see [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell Paints]]). However, for all other things, not the cheapest option, but quick (especially for first year's who live in Hermit's Croft!).

==== House Lights ====
There are eight house lights which are controlled from the dimmers, usually on channel 48. They used to dim from a small box connected to a power supply halfway down the balcony on House Left next to the trip switches. The small box is still knocking about somewhere, but generally it's much easier to keep them operated from the board. The four of the house lights are wired in the others can be unplugged and moved for conversion projects.

== I ==

==== Ian Russell Paints ====
An independent paint retailer on Marchmont Road. We have an account so you don’t need cash. They keep a stock of matt black especially for us and can get anything if given enough time.

==== Igloo ====

:See [[Pubs#Dropkick Murphy's|Pubs: Dropkick Murphy's]]

==== Intercom ====
:See [[Communication#Intercoms|Communication: Intercoms]]

==== Irn Bru ====
The drink of the techie - it makes a refreshing hangover cure. Often endowed with the fabled negative number membership it’s presence can be seen in the number of 20p deposit bottles. Because of the deposit bottles it can also feed a hungry techie with the equation 6xbottle=chips.

== J ==

==== Jack, Mr David ====
The University Buildings Manager who can help with big maintenance and knowing what permits to get when you want to do things. His number is 0131 650 2475.

==== Jeffreys, Mr Alan ====
He runs Avalon Stage Armoury (See [[#Avalon Stage Armoury|Avalon Stage Armoury]]). He's now located in Glasgow, so plan ahead when thinking about getting ammunition.

== K ==

==== Kennedy, Mr Malcolm ====
Edinburgh District Council’s Building Inspector has been dealing with us for years. He understands how we run but make sure to get the building tidy before he visits. Chances are you will only see him once, during the annual licence inspection but if you change the layout of the theatre like with an auditorium conversion he needs to get a set of plans before you do it and to come and inspect it after you’re finished.

==== Keys ====
:See [[Keys]]

== L ==

==== Leaks ====
:See Heidegger's Theory

==== Leatherman ====
The techies [[#Multitool|multitool]] of choice, there are several main types with the “Supertool” being favourite with the older techs and “Wave” more popular with newer techs. The “Wave” is prettier and more ergo dynamic than the larger “Supertool”. In function they differ little, having a good set of pliers, two blades, one straight, one serrated, a file, a saw several screwdrivers and an can/bottle opener. The “Wave” also has a very good set of scissors. Techies favour the leatherman brand due to their strength and reliability. Though watch out for Gerber multi-tools as well. Favoured more by Americans, the most popular model has spring-release quick access pliers. They're cool because they have replaceable parts, but you can only get them fixed in America.

==== License ====
The main one you need to worry about is the annual theatre license. Ours runs from May 31st for a year. Prior to this date you will be contacted by the four branches of the council who need to look at the theatre. More information can be found in the section on People & Inspections. You might also have to know about Alcohol Licenses for festivals and the fringe. The license we apply for is an Occasional Permissions which we use to turn us into a members/patrons bar. Do not let people apply for an Occasional License because you need a licensed publican which we don’t have. You need to be careful about who can drink when covered by occasional permissions, we normally try to have a policy of members and patrons only. Bedlam does not need an Entertainments License for doing film showing and stuff, we are covered by our theatre license. If you are interested in more info on licenses look in Fringe Safe which goes through all the legal stuff.

==== Licensee ====
Bedlam Theatre’s Licensee is [[EUTC]]’s [[President]]. The [[Theatre Manager]] is their responsible manager and is responsible to them for keeping the building legal. If things go tits up and people die both of you are liable and could be jailed.

==== Lighting Rig ====
Bedlam's lighting rig is 12'6" above the stage, there are 3 long bars along the auditorium and 6 bars which run across the auditorium. Along the 6 shorter bars there are additional conduit bars. From each conduit bar there hang 14 sockets. The other end of the circuits is at the patch panel (See Patch Panel, LX) It should be rehung every few years. It was last rehung Fringe '05.

==== Loop, Endless ====
:See [[#Endless Loop|Endless Loop]]

== M ==

==== Maglite ====
:See [[Tools#Maglite|Tools: Maglite]]

==== Make Up ====
We have recently been given a set of basic stage make-up. Talk to the wardrobe manager if you need it. Some shows use it for effect and few things make more mess than actors either applying or removing make-up. Just make sure the Stage Manager cleans up afterwards and warn them if they don’t realise what a mess it will make. If professional-level make-up/advice is needed the best person to contact is Sarah Cairncross (about_time_scotland@yahoo.co.uk) who is quite good.

==== Maplin ====
A techies toy store. A shop that sells electrical gubbins. They sell cable and connectors as well as all the other stuff that the [[tech manager]] might want. They are now in Gorgie. Schemie camouflage required.

==== MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) ====
A cheap wood substitute that can be used for covering areas, it normally comes in 8’x4’ pieces of varying thickness. It is popular because it is cheap (Being sawdust mixed with glue) but is tends to be brittle and if it gets wet tends to disintergrate. Because it is so brittle it really doesn’t make sensible flooring

==== Microphone Sockets ====
There are several microphone runs from the tech box to the stage cupboard. The end in the tech box can be found behind the sound equipment and the end in the stage cupboard is under the stage beside the steps.

==== Money ====
You’ll have a budget, the [[Business Manager]] can tell you how much you’ve spent. Give the [[Business Manager]] receipts and the appropriate forms and you’ll get cash if it’s less than about £30 or a cheque if it’s more than that. If you need the money quickly cheques can be made to cash but you can only cash them at the Bank of Scotland on George IV Bridge. You can get a cheque for delivery people- ask the business manager.

==== Multitool ====
:See [[Tools#Multitool|Tools: Multitool]]

==== Murray's Tool Stores ====
There are several branches of Murray’s around, they sell decent quality tools at a reasonable price as well as general hardware. They tend to give a discount to [[EUTC]] members, although it’s normally just knocking the pennies off a purchase.

== N ==

==== No ====
The most useful word in your vocabulary (See [[#Yes|Yes]]), just think how much easier your life would be if you had know this word when they asked you to be [[Theatre Manager]]. Now go find a Stage Manager to practice it on……no not the cute ones.

==== No No Nanette ====
A musical of dubious quality.

==== Nuts ====
They get lost and you can never get them to match up with [[#Bolts|bolts]]. Get people to attach them to their bolts when they’re removed from set.

== O ==

==== Opinions ====
What’s one of these then?

==== Outside Companies ====
We try and hire ourselves out because it gets money in and the members get paid for staffing. You need to watch outside companies because often they don’t have a clue as to what’s illegal. I’ve written a set of guidelines and a questionnaire for outside companies. Make sure that whoever is supervising the in knows what they’re doing (Unless you can get the job….try and get paid a technician wage for it not just the general wage). You’ll need to check the set but remember that they’re paying a lot of money so be professional and polite,

== P ==

==== Paint ====
We use lots, the main ones you’ll have to buy in are black and white matt. They can be got from Ian Russell (See [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell]]) or the Paint Shed (See [[#Paint Shed, The|Paint Shed]]) quite cheaply. Don’t let people paint the stage in gloss because it needs to be sanded down before it can be painted over.

==== Paint Brushes ====
We get through a lot of these because people are unable to was them properly. Make sure that you always have white spirit (See White Spirit) in stock so that people can wash gloss off their brushes. Be nasty and keep a couple of nice ones locked away for when you have to paint something.

==== Paint Rollers ====
These are worse than brushes for getting fucked because they are that much more effort to wash. As with brushes yell at people to do it right and make sure you’ve got a nice one locked away for when you need it.

==== Paint Shed, The ====
A large paint shop on Howe Street (Just walk down Fredrick Street and keep going). They can normally get stuff when Ian Russell can’t and are slightly cheaper but a lot further away.

==== Parking ====
Bedlam is on yellow lines,(and upon bricks because of some geordie...see Timms) currently you can load between 0930 and 1700 and park between 1830 and 0800, this means that from 0800 till 0930 and 1700 till 1830 you can’t park at all. To prevent yourself getting parking tickets you need to leave the boot of your car open so that you class as loading, you still have to return to the car every five minutes but at least you don’t get a ticket. If you need to park for longer you can call the [[#Blue Meanie|Parking Attendants]] head office and tell them you’re there officially. I’ve never actually managed to get through to them when I’ve needed to but they’ve assured me that all I need to do is call.

==== Parking Attendant ====
:See [[#Blue Meanie|Blue Meanie]]

==== Panic Button ====
:See [[Communication#Panic_Alarm|Communication: Panic Alarm]]

==== Perspex ====
Used as a glass substitute it is easier to work and a lot safer onstage. It still fractures to give sharp edges so care must be taken and any residue cleaned up. The best way to cut it is with a Stanley knife which takes work and time but persevere.

==== Photocopier ====
We have a photocopy account in the David Hume Tower copy centre (in the basement of the building, across from the creepy canteen).

==== Pigeon Holes ====
Each [[committee]] member has a pigeon hole where you can stick stuff for them, people never check them so it’s better to put notes on the board. They’re useful to use for pending (I can’t be bothered doing it right now) stuff.

==== Plasterwork ====
Most of it’s falling down so watch out what gaffa you remove. Repairing plasterwork takes a degree of skill cos you need to get it good and smooth so only let people who know what they’re doing at it. The trick to it is to build it up in thin layers and then water down the top layer so it goes on smoothly.

==== Police ====
Of limited use in moving [[#Tramps|tramps]] and should be called in the event of theft or assault. The number for St Leonard’s Street police station is 0131 662 1000 - ask for the "Operations Room" if you'd like a constable to come.

==== Posters ====
Shows make posters and they put them up, the [[FoH Manager]] normally monitors the ones FoH and the staff keep them up to date. Legally what you need is for them to be secured at all four corners. To put up posters in Uni Buildings they need to be stamped with the [[EUSA]] logo. If you’re doing them make sure that you stamp the master and photocopy it, rather than having to stamp every individual poster. If you enlarge to A3 do this before stamping because it’s obvious when you enlarge the stamp. All posters should show the [[EUTC]] logo, have the name and address of the theatre, dates and times of the show, ticket prices and the box office phone number.

==== President ====
:See [[President]]

==== Press and Publicity Officer ====
This person is responsible for the public face of the [[EUTC]] and Bedlam theatre so keep on their good side. They should check all posters before they go out and should be able to make your forms pretty before giving them out. This may take some times so be ready to make alternative arrangements. Just do what you can and try not to hurt their feelings if you could do it better.

==== Printer, Box Office ====
:See [[Box Office]]

==== Productions Manager ====
They talk regularly with all the shows and should know exactly what’s happening in all shows. They communicate between shows and [[committee]] so that all shows should know what’s the [[committee]] is saying about them and take measures to stop us kicking their butts. They distribute [[Production Guidelines]] so that people have no excuse when they do stupid things.

== Q ==

==== Quinn, Mr Owen ====
Owen Quinn used to be the [[EUSA]]Buildings Manager, so you may hear some stories about him. He is no longer with us (in the context of EUSA, rather than this temporal world). Take this as you will.

== R ==

==== Red, Rioja/Bedlam (gloss) ====
The colour of red that FoH is painted.

==== Refuse Collection ====
The large 1100L bin (Claymore) outside the [[Ogg Office]] is emptied every Monday, I’ve found that is the best day cos most of the rubbish is created during work-ins on Sundays. During the [[fringe]] you need to get it emptied more often, just call Trade Waste. It was replaced in 2001 because the lid snapped off. It now locks which is something of an inconvenience because people just dump bin bags rather than going and getting the key. The key is just a green plastic thing. Lots of annoying people around tend to stick stuff in the bin if it’s not locked so you’ve got to work out which problem annoys you more.

==== Rostra ====
Bedlam has lots, mainly in standard sizes which is useful. Every time they are used they need to be tested for structural integrity. They are stored on the SR balcony and you’ll probably have trouble finding all the right bits if you’re new to the job.

==== Rubber Gloves ====
We get through an extraordinary number of pairs, it’s normally worth keeping a couple of pairs of extra thick ones for outside. A supply of disposable gloves is useful too but be aware that some people are allergic to latex ones.

== S ==

==== Scaffolding ====
Building scaff correctly is an art form, the trick to it is to build it as strong as possible with as little scaff as possible, using the appropriate clamps (See [[#Scaff Clamps|Scaff Clamps]]), use common sense and get someone who knows what they’re doing. When in doubt build it then jump on it, if it breaks you can probably work out what’s wrong then rebuild it.

==== Scaff Clamps ====
There are several main types of scaff clamps.
:# Right angle: Simple and strong for joining scaff at right angles.
:# Swivel: Simple, not as strong as a right angle but can hold scaff at any angle.
:# Pucklok: Also called a hook clamp, this one should not be used for structural stuff but is a nice simple one for hanging things with.
:# Clamshell: Simple and gives a neat join, you tighten both sides of the clamp with one bolt
:# Band & Plate: Another nice simple one for joining scaff at right angles Bedlam owns lots of these but you need to put the bits together right to give it strength.
:# Sleeve Joint: For joining scaff end on, they tend to get deformed easily and are the most likely clamp to have the nuts stick.
:You can make your life a lot easier by using the right type.

==== Scaff Spanner ====
:see [[Tools#Podger|Tools: Podger]]

==== Scottish Power ====
The people we buy our gas and electricity from, they send people around every month to read the meter, it’s amazing how often I’ve seen the meter men considering how little I’m in office hours.

==== Screwfix ====
They sell all sorts of hardware cheaply. They sell by catalogue and you can get them to bill us. The stuff isn’t fancy but it works.

==== Screwdriver ====
Boring thing for putting screws into bits of wood, there are two main types to worry about, slot and crosshead. With crosshead coming in PoziDrive and Phillips. Techies tend to prefer pozi because you get a better grip. If using a powered driver (See [[#SPT|SPT]]) try not to use slotted screws because you will find that unless you get the exact centre of the screw you will lose grip.

==== Screws ====
The device of choice for holding bits of wood together. Bedlam only seems to stock big or really big screws, finding 1" or smaller screws is difficult. If you don’t know how to use screws yet there’s something wrong.

==== Secretary ====
:See [[Secretary]]

==== Security Grills ====
The Security Grills which obstruct the servery are mainly there to stop Company members from helping themselves. It is possible to unscrew the fixings if you ever really need to but is probably not worth the effort. When we have alcohol stored there are larger “Alcohol” padlocks which can be used. This further restricts the number of people who can access the [[servery]].

==== Set ====
Stuff that goes onstage.
:See [[Set]]

====Set Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Set Manager| Committee: Set Manager]]

==== Sewing Machine ====
There are two broken sewing machines in Bedlam (one black Singer, one light green...something). They are good for set but not for actual sewing although if anyone would like to try and fix them I am well up for that. There is one working sewing bought by Colleen Patterson during her stint as wardrobe manager 06/07, which is a JL100, very easy to use but shouldn't be used by anyone who isn't the wardrobe manager or someone trusted by the wardrobe manager.

==== Show Switch ====
This really useful device can be found in the [[tech box]], it is used for when a show is on. Turning it on causes a red LED above the side [[auditorium]] door to turn on which says show in progress and it silences the intercom in the [[tech box]]. Instead the [[Internal_Building_Communications|intercom]] causes green LEDs to light up along the front of the [[tech box]].

==== Skips ====
Back in the old days before they put up bollards on the fire exit we used to hire skips for when we did a big clear out. It is still possible but more hassle now. It’s best to shop around to find the best deal and remember that you have to bear in mind not just hiring a skip but the times and volumes involved.

==== SKL (Simon Kennedy Lighting) ====
:see [[Lighting Hire]]

==== Small hire charge ====
Applies to anywhere and anyone (especially our [[Fringe]] rivals!) who want to “borrow” tables, people, things, a brush, flyer space, toilet rolls, costumes, etc.

==== Smoking ====

It's illegal to do so in the building, even the [[box office]] or on[[stage]]. Blame the Scottish Executive.

==== Soap ====
There are soap dispensers in the [[toilets]] and [[café]], there could do with being soap dispensers in the kitchen and paint cupboard. They are refilled by opening them with the L-shaped key, then remove the clear bottle. The bottle can then be refilled with liquid soap from a larger container. To reinsert the bottle you can either try and show off, just plunging it in or you can remove the holder by holding down the white tab and pulling it out. The bottle can then be reinserted and turned upside down without making a mess. To finish slam the soap dispenser closed.

==== Sound System ====
:see [[Sound]]

==== SPT ====
Sexy Power Tool eg powered screwdriver/drill

==== Stage ====
:See [[Stage]]

==== Stage Monitor ====
This is a microphone which picks up what’s happening on stage and then feeds it to the [[tech box]] and [[dressing room]]. It is powered by an AA battery in a little black box at the stage left end of the [[tech box]]. The On/Off control is also built into this box. The feed in the [[tech box]] can be turned off at the white box at the stage right end of the [[tech box]], which switches between Monitor and PFL. The microphone is situated at the back of the [[auditorium]] so you can hear what the directors say to their friends straight after the show comes down.

==== Stage Weight ====
These are big lumps of metal that you use to hold flats (See [[#Flats|Flats]]) in place. They are placed on the end of stage braces (See [[#Braces, Stage|Braces, Stage]]) so they don’t move and you can also secure the bases of flats with them to stop people kicking them.

==== Stamps ====
Two types, the first is for sending letters and if you can’t use these you’ve got a problem, especially as now you don’t even have to lick them. The other is the [[EUSA]] stamp which all posters in [[EUSA]] buildings must have on or they’ll just get ripped down. We have a computer version of the [[EUSA]] stamp to put on posters- ask publicity manager.

== T ==

==== T-Shirts ====
Most mainterms do T-Shirts of some kind, make sure if you want one that you get one for any shows, you can justify it if they ask what you’ve done for the show by telling them you’re letting it happen.

====Technicians ====

:See [[Technical]]

==== Tech, Granddaddy ====
:see [[#Grandad Tech|Grandad Tech]]

==== Tech Manager ====
This person is the one you’ll have to work very closely with, basically if it breaks and it’s got a plug on it it’s their problem if it hasn’t got a plug it’s yours. They should know how to use all the equipment in the building and seem to spend all their time changing bulbs…but at least that means you don’t. Their two main jobs through the year are tech directing the fresher’s play and getting everything [[#Test, PAT (Portable Appliance Test)|PAT tested]].

==== Telewest ====
The company that we get out phone from.

==== Tequila Club ====
:See: [[Tequila Club]]

==== Test, PAT (Portable Appliance Test) ====
This is the test that the University administers to anything with a plug. Technically everything should be tested but we have some things that cease to exist (quantum effect) when the PAT test man comes around. It needs done yearly although cable should be done every six months.

==== Teviot Key ====
We keep a key in [[Teviot]] to stop [[committee]] members getting phone calls at random times by people needing into the building. The key is attached to a bit of wood because the first person to sign it out returned their house keys and didn’t think to go in and swap before I got phone calls from people who thought the key was broken. Even worse is that this was a [[committee]] member (Generally referred to as the weakest link) who had their own side door key anyway.

==== Theatre Manager ====
Knows everything. No no, EVERYTHING.

==== Toilet Paper ====
Normally used for wiping your arse. There are people who try and use this stuff for sets even going so far as to tell you that they’ve sprayed it with flamcheck so what’s the problem? When it’s actually being used for it’s main purpose it needs to be put in the dispensers because otherwise more goes on the floor than in the toilet. Make sure that every time there is a show they get completely refilled and you should be fine. You’ll find that when it runs out people use green towels to wipe their bums rather than going and refilling the dispensers.

==== Tools ====
:See [[Tools]]

==== Trade Waste ====
The people responsible for Claymore (See [[#Bins|Bins]]) they empty it once a week. You can call them on 0131 469 5655 if you need extra uplifts or to find out what’s happening if you find it’s not been emptied or emptied on the wrong day. You’ll normally get an answer phone not a real person but they normally call back in about an hour.

==== Trap Doors ====
There are two in the stage they go down into the crypt, other than that there are several on the balcony, one in each toilet, two in the main office and one in the costume cupboard. The ones on the balcony open to let you at hidey holes The ones in the office let you under the floor. The one in the gents lets you under the floor and you can technically climb through to the crypt, although slimmer [[Theatre Manager]]s than I have got stuck half way. The trap door in the ladies goes into a little room under the floor. The trap door in the costume cupboard leads down to the stage left exit, there are normally things ontop of this trap door so it is of limited use.

== U ==

==== University ====
Technically the reason you’re here.

==== University Furniture ====
The University owns lots of nice antique furniture but you have to ask before you can borrow it. The person to ask is….

== V ==

==== Videoing Shows ====
Technically this is kind of illegal because it infringes on copyright but often there is a "Copy for our archives" get out clause in the rights. There are two main ways of doing this, either sitting in the audience or doing it from the balcony. Be aware that you still have to obey the fire regulations so is they’re using a tripod it really needs to be at the end of the back row and since it will interfere with more than one seat there will need to be more tickets taken out of the computer. The projection hole is also useful for placing cameras into especially as from here they’re often close enough to plug the [[#Stage Monitor|Stage Monitor]] into.

==== Venue Hire Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Venue Hire Manager| Committee : Venue Hire Manager]]

== W ==

==== Wardrobe Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Wardrobe Manager|Committee: Wardrobe Manager]]

==== Water Supply ====
We have two tanks, one large one for the [[toilets]] and [[café]] which is situated on the balcony under the wood store, the other is located high on the stage left balcony which feeds the heating system. The heating system one gurgles when it turns on or off. We are metered so make sure people turn off taps and stuff.

==== Washers ====
These are metal disks which you can use to stop bits rubbing or give a larger surface area when fixing. These are vital on lantern hook clamps along with a Spring Washer. See Spring washer.

==== Webmaster ====
:see [[Non-Committee Positions#Webmaster|Non-Committee Positions: Webmaster]]

==== Web Site ====
Our best advertising because it is available on a sensible address ([http://www.bedlamtheatre.co.uk www.bedlamtheatre.co.uk]) and anyone can check it.

==== White lines ====
All steps should have while lines on them, this is especially true of ones which are painted black. The important ones are the FoH ones on which the white lines should be at least on inch wide. Painting white lines is harder than you thing because you need to mask them well but the steps that you’re putting them onto will probably not be dry yet and the paint will come off when you remove the tape. The way to get around this is to wait a couple of days with the tape on and then dissolve it with water, leaving immaculate white lines. You will also find that no matter how many wet paint signs you put up someone will walk up the steps and spoil your lines. This is generally done at Fringe time but could well need done at other points.

==== White Paint ====
You should keep a supply of this just cos it’s useful and lunchtimes will want it. It’s slightly cheaper that black but not by much. It can be bought from Ian Russell (See [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell]]) or the Paint Shed (See [[#Paint Shed, The|Paint Shed]]) in 5L tubs. Buy Matt paint for general use and a smaller tin of Gloss for the painting of some woodwork around the building and the white lines (see above). Do not use Gloss on stage it's nasty to light and almost impossible to paint over.

==== Windows ====
Get them cleaned when you can, I try and get it done at work ins. If they get broken report it to Estates and buildings who have to repair them as part of the buildings agreement (See [[#Buildings Agreement|Buildings Agreement]]). You’ll find that quite often the little panes of glass get broken on Friday/Saturday nights. Try and get this reported as soon as possible. The windows on both sides were replaced in late 2006 by the works department.

==== Wing Nuts/Bolts ====
:See [[#Nuts|Nuts]], See [[#Bolts|Bolts]] just these ones are designed to be done up by hand.

==== Wood ====
Wood comes in lots of types and sizes (See Chipboard, See [[#MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard)|MDF]], See Wood, Laminated). We shouldn’t store any on the balconies because it’s a fire hazard but we do. There is a wood store at the back behind the tech box which was built and altered at the request of the Fire Officer. For wood to be used onstage it should be painted on all sides. You need to do it right in the Fringe because the fire officer might well check. This includes visiting companies sets.

==== Works Department ====
The arm of the University that does all the maintenance work, they’re pretty slow but they do come out and do stuff. If something needs done quickly tell them and they can put it through as a priority job (Like doors needing replaced). Be nice and polite even if their workmen turn up twenty minutes before a lunchtime to fix the toilets. There is a long term belief within the works department that we either don't exist or will stop existing soon. This makes it hard to persuade them to spend time and money on the building. Things have improved in 2006 due to a new manager being appointed.

== X ==

==== X-ray machine ====
nope, Bedlam doesn't have one of those

== Y ==

==== Yes ====
Possibly the most dangerous word there is (See [[#No|No]]) especially if you’re saying it…then only problem is that you probably started this job with yes. Now think about all the trouble it’s caused you and don’t do it again.

====Youth Project====
See [[Youth project]]

== Z ==

==== Zippo Lighters ====
Dangerous nasty things these, they’re not allowed onstage because they don’t go out if you drop them which is bad (Although not as bad as when a pissed [[committee]] member drops a lit one into your lap at [[Teviot]]).

Guide to Building

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Amar: remove Auditorium section and replace with link

[[Category:The Building]][[Category:TheatreManagersManual]]
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This page is a quick guide to the different parts of the building we call our <strike>home</strike> theatre. It is worth noting that theb building has a [[Historic Scotland Listing]], meaning we can't or rather are not allowed to destroy it.

== Main Office ==
[[Image:mainOffice.jpg|thumb|right]]
The Main Office is the responsibility of the '''[[President]]''' to keep tidy,

Stocking the desk the responsibility of the '''[[Secretary]]'''.

The phone on the desk is technically the responsibility of the '''[[Business Manager]]''', but it is useful to know about the cables. The main cable coming in is actually 2 phone lines, with the office phone (225 9873) splitting to the [[tech box]] and FoH, it takes some work to get the lines working when you move the phone and the codes tend to stop working. The Other line feeds to the [[box office]] (225 9893) to a handset which will not allow outgoing calls.

Each [[Committee]] member is assigned a pigeon hole and should check them regularly.

The Gas Stopcock cupboard should never be locked or blocked by stuff.

It is not sensible to allow office furniture on stage (More hassle than it's worth) and apparently at some stage a motion was passed forbidding it although this motion seems to have fallen out of the [[constitution]] since.

There are two filing cabinets with who owns what drawer clearly marked, the [[Theatre Manager]]'s drawer is a good place for keeping paperwork, gaffa, a pair of rubber gloves (don't ask) and a torch.

The [[committee]] pigeon holes are useful for keeping current information in.

The other cupboard contains the heating boiler and the [[works department]] have an annoying tendency to lock it. High up on the left hand wall of this cupboard is a door which gives access to a cold water tank which used to feed a toilet and sink in the cupboard before the boiler was installed. Now it just feeds the sink in the paint cupboard.

The FoH [[panic alarm]] makes a blue light flash in the office when activated. If this happens sprint to the [[box office]] with a bit of scaff or something similar.

The floor was sanded and varnished for [[fringe]] 2001.

[[Internet Connection]]

== The Ogg Office ==

This office, formally known as the accountants office, is the responsibility of the [[Business Manager]]. It is almost always locked, and where the vital accounts and anything else that is vital is stored. The [[President]], [[Business Manager]], [[Technical Manager]] and [[Theatre Manager]] are the only people that hold keys to this office.

== Paint Cupboard ==

'''Outline'''

The paint cupboard should contain matt black paint, matt white paint, varnish, paint brushes, rollers and trays, white spirit, meths, buckets, mop, dustpan and brush, soap, putty, polyfilla, glue, wallpaper paste and flamcheck. The important ones being matt black paint and flamcheck.

'''Responsibilities'''

The paint cupboard falls under the responsibility of the [[Set Manager]] however they should not be expected to clean it except for a couple of major clear outs a year.

Each show is responsible for the condition of the paint cupboard during their run. They should keep it as clean and organised as possible and should also clean it at their maintenance session.

'''Regulations'''

The door should be locked.

Shows obviously need access to it on a regular basis so the [[stage manager]] may be entrusted with a key by the [[Set Manager]].

'''History'''

The sink in the paint cupboard was installed when the boiler was installed in Spring 1991 and the one in the office was torn out. The small cupboard on the left where the nasty paint in the red tins is kept used to contain the gas meter until it was moved during the boiler installation. This has a Coded Padlock the code to which is 123 and should allow the more dangerous items to kept from [[actor]]s and the like.

== Side Entrance and Entrance Hall ==
[[Image:side entrance.jpg|thumb|right]]

This is the primary entrance and exit to the building when the building is closed to the public.

People tend to leave it unlatched so that people can come and go without needing to ring the bell and drag someone down. This is fine during the day, but if you're working in the building in the evening or at night you should keep it locked and the light switched off so as not to attract tramps, drunks and so forth.

The [[doorbell]] on the side door feeds to a switch on the wall, the switch will swap the doorbell between the loud ringer in the auditorium and a quiet buzzer. Very few people know what the buzzer sounds like and often will sit by the door and not answer it. Normally the buzzer is only used for tech and dress rehearsals. There is an appendix which contains more information on the doorbell system. The doorbell can also be switched off from the [[tech box]].

'''Fuse Cupboard'''

In the side entrance hall, to the right of the door as you come in is a cupboard that contains most of the fuses for the building.

On the left hand side (Facing the [[auditorium]]) are the trips for (Counting along from the left) (needs updated).
On the right hand side are the trips for: (needs updated).

The important switches are covered by Perspex to prevent random people turning them off.

Always remind the production team of every show to remember to turn off the breakers as they leave the building. Remind them further that the upstairs lighting and [[Bertha]] are not controlled by the breakers and need to be turned off independently.

'''History'''

The system was rewired in 1992 to balance the power. Previously, the lighting rig ran off the red phase and the rest of the building ran off blue and yellow. This was hopelessly unbalanced and caused the mains cable to burn through twice (1988 & 1990) and it was lucky the place didn’t burn down. The power input to the building is three phases at 100A and 415V.

== Kitchen ==

The kitchen contains two large sinks which are a nightmare to unblock, lots of pans and stuff, a large fridge, a small hand sink and a cooker. The kitchen doesn't get much use through the year but in the [[fringe]] gets used lots. It is important to keep it clean because environmental health naturally get quite aggravated if you don't. Just get it cleaned at every work-in and you should be fine.

The wall of the kitchen was rebuilt for [[fringe]] 2000 and even though people keep bouncing off it warming up it seems to be surviving ok.

It's also a really good idea to keep a supply of bin bags actually in the kitchen. The bins get incredibly foul very quickly without bags, and as noted above, cleanliness in the kitchen is super important.

===Cooker===

New cooker bought in Fringe '06. Has 4 ring hob, full size oven with grill section that doubles as an oven. Lower oven is very temperamental and should not be used to cook anything specified as needing lower than 300C. At any time when cooking something in this oven be prepared to watch it constantly. Baking should always be done in the potato oven in the cafe to avoid a charred mess.

Cleaning the oven is not particularly pleasant so try to find someone else to do it. You'll probably find that you need to keep checking on them cos they’ll get bored before they finish.

== Auditorium ==

:see [[Auditorium]]

== Dressing Room ==

This is the area immediately behind the stage where [[actor|actors]] go when they're not on stage

'''Responsibilities'''

The dressing room is the responsibility of each cast to keep clean. This is not the job of the [[Committee#Wardrobe_Manager|wardrobe manager]] who is merely responsible for taking away the props and costumes which should also be sorted and cleaned by the cast too.

It is the responsibility of the shows [[Producing|producer]] to ensure that the cast do this.

[[actor|Actors]] will often leave their belongings in the dressing rooms. Recent [[Committee#Wardrobe_Manager|wardrobe manager]]s have generally thrown it in a pile and given everyone a week to get rid of it before throwing it in the [[costume cupboard]].

Smoking and drinking are not allowed back stage.

'''History'''

Quotes to install a sink have been got in the past but they came in at about £1000 so it was given up.

One of the fancy windows was ripped out during a break in pre [[fringe]] 2001 (discovered it at 7:30 on the Monday morning of week 1, and I had slept in the building that night {for the 4 hours between ins} so was slightly annoyed). This window was replaced by security glass which is easier to clean and a lot more secure However it may be in violation of the B grade [[Historic_Scotland_Listing|listed building]] regulations. A second window was replaced with security glass at some point as well, leaving only one of the original windows.

There is no emergency exit light back stage and the Council are aware of this and as of May 2008 the Works Department has agreed to install one. As it isn't a public area of the building we should be able to gel it as dark as we like but a call to the Public Safety Department of the Council.

[[CCTV system]]

== Props Cupboard ==

The Props Cupboard is called that because it used to actually store props. It has nice shelves and everything. Now people think it's called the Props Cupboard because that is where all the [[stage weight]]s and braces (things that 'prop up' the [[flats]]) are stored. It is lockable and so can be used to store valuable props. But is mainly used to store crap during runs. The light fitting in there was ripped out by the tech manager [[fringe]] 2002 during the installation of a flood light for the back passage and never replaced.

== Costume Cupboard ==

See [[Costuming]]

== Crypt ==

The crypt is a dark smelly hole which can be reached down the stairs in the stage right exit. There are three rooms and they are partially full of sand, slabs and other building materials which can be useful. The stains on the walls are urine thanks to our resident tramps. The area under the stage can be reached through the hole in the wall which is useful for putting in cable runs. There is even more sand down here thanks to a mainterm which covered the stage in it then just swept it down the trap door. There is also 2 tonnes of construction sand living down there currently from Electra, 2005. It is all in double bin bags, and thus far more usable that the stuff that just gets swept down the trap door. It is possible to climb through the building's foundations to the men' toilet, but you need to be pretty skinny to manage it as [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]]s have got stuck in the past.

== Tech Box ==
see [[Techbox]]

== Balconies ==

See [[Balconies]]

== Toilets ==

'''Responsibilities'''

The toilets are technically the responsibility of the [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|Front of House Manager]].

Each show is responsible for cleaning the toilets and refilling the toilet paper and hand towel dispensers.

Additionally, the hall keepers for each performance should check the condition of the toilets at before and after the show.

'''Maintenance'''

Apart from the obvious refilling of the dispensers the floors, sinks and toilets should be cleaned regularly and bleached a couple of times a month.

The floor needs painted every year or so, just get black floor paint from Ian Russell, you’ll probably find that you use about 7L, so make sure to order it in advance because they only tend to keep 5L in stock.

'''Take Special Note'''

Cleaning the toilets tends to be very unpopular. It is recommended that [[Directing|directors]] do it.

The hot water heaters in the toilets should be left turned on and turned off only at the breakers. This way they start making hot water the minute you arrive in the building and throw the breakers.

== Toilet Corridor ==
[[Image:toilet corridor.jpg|thumb|right]]
'''Outline'''

This is just a corridor which links the [[box office]] and the [[auditorium]].

In here is stored the mainterm banner.

The double doors to the auditorium are quite hefty and make noise if you opened too quickly. Avoid opening them if at all possible during shows. The stoppers on the floor need regular oiling too keep them running.

'''Responsibilities'''

The Toilet Corridor is the responsibility of the [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|Front of House Manager]].

If shows make a mess in it (for painting and so forth) they must clear it up.

The hall keepers should keep it clean during a shows run.

'''History'''

At fringe 2007 the coffee machine in the kitchen was move and the waste line (which runs under the Toilet Corridor) ruptured. During Fringe 2007 it leaked a lot because of the high volume of coffee served. This is not a problem during term time as we hardly serve any coffee however it must be fixed. This ought to be addressed pre-Fringe 2008.

The banners were once secured to the wall but the attachments have since been lost.

A pane of glass was removed from the window to vent the [[cafe]] during the [[fringe]] 2003 but an electric extractor fan was never fitted.

== Box Office ==

See [[Box Office]]

== Café ==

see [[Caf%C3%A9]]

== Outside of the Building ==

Probably the nastiest part, it needs tidied a couple of times a week, especially Saturday and Sunday mornings after lots of people drop rubbish through the night. The regular tramps tend to be fine and if you give them a black bag will sometimes help pick up rubbish but you need to make it obvious to them from the start that they’ll not get any money. Talk to the tramps and be nice to them because the ones you get to know will often help you to move on the awkward ones and the ones that have passed out. Of note: Currently, the metal key to take off the top of the Front of House bins is on the [[FoH Manager]]'s keys. Coincidence? I think not.

The roof at the front of the building can be accessed with a ladder to put up the banners. Bedlam has two banners one of which is a long thin one which Mainterms can put their logo on for advertising. The other is a large fat cat with venue 49 on it which is used for the fringe. To put the banners up you need to haul them up to the roof and tie them securely onto the eyelets on the roof, the head of the fat cat then ties onto the archway.

The 1k floods were replaced for [[fringe]] 2001 and use K4 lamps. They burn through gel really quickly so you need to come up with an alternative if you want to colour them. To switch them on you need to turn on the breaker and the switch in the fuse cupboard in the side entrance.

The Claymore (large wheelie bin) gets emptied once a week, but you need more than that during the fringe. It is very difficult to get one off uplifts because trade waste are disorganised but it is sensible to book them if you’re planning on throwing lots out or during a mainterm week.

The gate to the back stage exit is best kept locked to keep tramps from using it as a toilet. As it is they will still piss there but at least you’re not cleaning up rather liquid shit. A good idea is to pour bleach over it every time you remember and make sure it happens at work-ins.

The disabled access ramp is only of limited use because people can’t use it when a show is on. This has caused problems in the past with people having to sit in the rain for half an hour. Make sure that disabled people are told to turn up 20 mins before a show not half an hour and get the seats out as soon as you can. The seats need to be removed so that the fire escapes are clear which is a condition of out license.

The fire escape must be kept clear if the building is open so make sure the duty manger knows this and do realise that you deal with the tramps regularly and probably have got to know some of them so be willing to help out. The tramps have a tendency to piss on random parts of the building, especially outside Mrs O’s window and she really hates it. There’s not a lot you can do to stop them but make sure you clean up as soon as you can so it doesn’t smell too much.

Apparently the red gravel outside the building looks a lot better than the tarmac that used to be there but it does make cleaning up harder the easiest way is just to rake the fag ends in and hope for the best.

Linford’s bench was given to the Bedlam by the parents of an ex-member, who died in a car crash. Mrs O is very attached to the bench so please treat it with care a lick of varnish once or twice a year doesn't hurt. The bins out here are pretty disgusting so I always make sure that someone else has to clean them out when there is more than an inch of crap in the bottom.

The only way you can get round the back of the building is to climb over into the grounds of the building behind us which is dangerous (The first entry in the accident book is from me falling off the fence) and illegal (So don’t get caught).

On the Forest Road side of the building are three overflow pipes for the water tanks. If there is water coming out of these it means that one of the tanks is overflowing. Having water coming out of these is bad for two reasons, one it wastes water and two it empties straight into the foundations which will cause the building to fall down quicker. The easiest way to get them fixed is by reporting it to the Works Department who will send someone to do it.

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=== Stage ===

see [[stage]]

=== Seating ===

'''History'''

Prior to the replacement of the seating in May-June 2008, it consisted of 90 ex-cinema chairs which were bought from the ABC in Spring 2001. They were installed a couple of weeks prior to fringe 2001 and it took six people who knew what they were doing three long days to do it.

The trick to putting them in was to assemble them a chair at a time and get the backs to line up properly. They didn't quite fit because they were designed to be on a curve but it worked; up to a point.

When removing them you need to make sure you don't lose any of the springs because if you don’t have the spring in the seats have a tendency to fall out.

The seats were depreciated over five years and were due for renewal in 2006 but we didn't have the money.

=== Rake ===

'''History'''

The rake was installed just before fresher's week 1989 and was completed at 8:55 on the Monday of fresher’s week. Trap doors to get under the rake are located beside the door to the toilets under a lift up flap and in the little alcove through the cupboard, by the cafe entrance. The space under the rake is the only part of the building that is always warm but it's so dark, full of dust and its where the sub lives, so you’ll not want to spend much time down there. Spare parts for the old chairs were also kept there in black plastic bags but have been sold/thrown out in Mid-2008.

'''Renovation Work 2008'''

Because the seats were finally being replaced the opportunity was taken to refurbish the rake. This was for 2 reasons:

1. The seating company said that they would prefer that the rake were resurfaced prior to the new seats being installed to ensure a problem free fit out. The original ply had been compromised to some degree by the hundreds of nail, screw and bolt holes that had been sunk into it over the years.

2. [[EUSA]] were willing to pay for the £850 worth of ply and £800 worth of carpet tiles in addition to the seats themselves. It was all put on depreciation over 10 years.

The refurbishment itself consisted off:

1. Removing the old carpet
2. Removing the old plywood
3. Repairing the rake's structure
4. Laying new plywood
5. Painting the new risers
5. Laying the new carpet

In total, the project took around a week and a half to complete and involved:

Alex 'Mal' Mead ([[Set Manager]] 2007-9, 2008-9, Fringe Theatre Manager 2008), Kerry O'Herlihy ([[Theatre Manager]] 2007-8), Dave Larking ([[Theatre Manager]] 2006-7), Alex Engel ([[Theatre Manager]] 2005-6, Fringe Theatre Manager 2006), Alistair Marshall, Felic Trench ([[Librarian]] 2007-?), Cat Hobart ([[Theatre Manager]] 2008-9, Fringe Cafe Manager 2008), Neale Dutton (Fringe Technical Manager 2007, [[Technical Manager]] 2007-8) Becs Kamp (Fringe Sponsorship Manager 2007, Fringe Press & Publicity 2008), Sam Hansford (Fringe Technical Manager 2008, [[Entertainments Manager]] 2008-9, Imps Tech Manager (2008-9), Gordon Nimo-Smith.

''Notes on the repairing of the rake''

The rake was 19 years old and had been subjected to significant changes in temperature. Consequently, some of the beams had warped and twisted. Where necessary these were replaced though this was the exception rather than the rule.

Additionally, because power tools weren't an option in 1989 the rake was glued and nailed together. Wood will shrink over time and in many instance the nails had failed to function. The glue had also failed in some areas. This was remedied by the use of over 200 3x10 quicksilver screws. In particular the front joints that connect to the risers were reinforced.

Though the structure of the rake itself in terms of it's design was often perfectly sound, in places however, it was necessary to slightly re-engineered the framework so as to better support the weight. Notably, the area stage right adjacent to the rear of the cupboard required a denser structure than was originally present.

Amongst the more unpleasant things encountered during the project were a mouse skeleton and a considerable quantity of mouse and possibly rat droppings. Some of the programmes and ticket stubs dating back to the early 1980s can be found in the [[archive]].

=== Stage Cupboard ===

The stage cupboard wall can be easily removed to give additional entrances and it has been used to give an orchestra pit in the past. A 10' x 8' black serge cloth was purchased to cover the hole for shows which didn't want a pit. The piano was bought in 1988 and legend has it that it looked quite good when new. The candle holders were removed for use in a show and never reattached. How the top was damaged is unknown. The varnish was stripped off the top and sides for a lunchtime in 2001 and then re-stained a reddish colour but never re-varnished. It was last retuned for fringe 1994. Since then the insides were removed fringe 2002 to make it into a piece of set only. The stage cupboard is the only place which we’re technically allowed to store untreated wood because it is fully enclosed by solid walls which would supposedly take a while to burn through.

=== Scene Dock ===

This is basically an additional storage area for set, you need to be careful that the doors will still close and nothing can fall and block the fire exit. The walls are just plaster board and as such are quite brittle as can be seen by the holes in them. Apparently on the inside of the SL wall there are messages from the people who built the auditorium. The doors were built two days before fringe 1997 when the fire officer requested them, he was not popular that day. The water stopcocks can also be found here, one feeds to the main FoH water supplies and the other feeds the boiler. I don't know which is which. The floor of the scene dock is also home to a few sheets of metal used when trying to make the seats in the auditorium moveable... it didn't work.

=== Cafe Entrance Corridor ===

Formally known as the disabled access corridor, this is really just a passageway that runs from the [[cafe]] to the front of the seating rake. It is now the main entrance to the auditorium after the small steps were boarded up for [[fridge]] 2007.

There is an alcove behind the door to the cupboard in which lives the vacuum cleaners. Also in the cupboard is a small hole that leads under the seating rig. It is quite a small hole and access is easier from the other side of the auditorium. The walls are plasterboard and tend to have people kick holes in them. The Auditorium side of this wall has been patched with hardboard to cover hold in the plaster board.

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== A ==

==== Abus ====
Brand of padlocks Bedlam uses for both standard and alcohol locks on the [[café]] and the fire exit and main door security. Typically, the corresponding keys should only come in two sizes, however a load exist on the TM keys to which there don't appear to be any locks. Each padlock should have a number on it, so if you take the padlock to a locksmith, you should be able to get more padlocks/keys that are the same lock.

==== Actors ====
:See [[Actor]]s

==== Adam House ====
:See [[Other theatres#Adam House| Other theatres: Adam House]]

==== AGM - Annual General Meeting ====
Outgoing [[committee]] reports explaining what they have done during their year are given. The [[committee]] for the coming year is elected. Fringe shows are proposed and selected. Any other large motions affecting the running of the company are proposed and debated. Loads of talk happens about the constitution. Bring a pen, a book and a crate of booze.

==== AJ ====
:See [[Tools#AJ| Tools: AJ]]

==== Archivist ====
:See [[Committee#Archivist| Committee: Archivist]]

==== Argument ====
:See [[#AGM - Annual General Meeting|AGM]], [[Current events#Regular Events|Company meetings]], [[Pubs]] etc

==== Art ====
What the [[EUTC]] is technically all about to promote. “Art holds up a mirror to the universe” but since the universe is infinite, there is no mirror large enough therefore art is crap. (nb this is not to be confused with painting. painting is pretty.)

==== Avalon Stage Armoury ====
Have known moved to Glasgow (I think). Run by Alan Jeffreys. Make sure to phone before you go there because chances are he’ll not be in. Make sure anything borrowed gets returned on time, in a decent state and people pay promptly. He’s reasonably cheap and the only place around that hires stage armoury out.

==== Auditorium ====
The Bedlam one holds 90 red seats. The seats are depreciated over 5 years so should be up for replacement in 2006. They were bought second hand for cash from a building site when the ABC on lothian road became an Odean. The rostra is depreciated over 10 years so was up for replacement in 1999, a fringe project waiting to happen.

== B ==

==== Banners ====
We have two wood and six canvas:
- The wood ones are:- one is a large rectangle which is used for mainterms and one is a large [[Fat Cat]] which can be used during the fringe. The mainterm one gets repainted for each show and should get painted in gloss for water proofing reasons. The banners are tied to the eyelets on the front of the building and when the fat cat gets put up the head needs to be tied to the stonework which requires climbing skills.
- The Canvas ones are for fringe use only. The hang for canvas baners is approx 4.5m and are normally hung from the towers above the red notice boards. Eyelets exist for this purpose. and comprise:
-- Two red banners that say "Bedlam" and "Theatre"
-- Two that have giant Becks bottles and Venue 49 on them. The Becks banners were part of a sponsorship deal in years past and do not have to be hung. There are/were also some Cobra banners for a similar reason.
-- Two 5m length blue Deuchas IPA with the words "Bedlam Theatre, Venue 49". Please note the 5m length for a 4.5m hang, in Fringe 2007 they were suspended on a secured scaffolding structure on top of each tower. Lighting was also put on top of each of the scaffolding structures. It worked well, however make sure you put the banners flat against the wall or they will blow out and rip out from the eyelets.

==== Barrett, Mr David ====
He is incharge of the Electrical department of Estates and Buildings. His phone number is 0131 650 2484. We should get him to organise any electrical installations we get.

==== Bedlam Red (gloss) ====
This is the colour that FoH woodwork is painted. It can be bought from Ian Russell and is called "rioja red."

==== Bins ====
There are bins through out the building with black liners in. They are never emptied unless the [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]], the [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|FoH Manager]] or the Duty Manager tells someone to do it, although any member of the company can if they like. The large bin outside the side entrance ("Claymore") gets emptied on a Monday Morning and the lid was replaced after the old one snapped off in 2001. Watch out about overloading it, the bin men can become angry. It was once filled with scrap metal and almost broke the bin lorry. The key to Claymore is the green plastic thing on the Duty Manager's keys, TM keys, and others. The FoH bins are located round the front of the building on either side of the door, they were re-located there to prevent tramp mis-use. These bins occasionally have needles left in or near them, be careful when emptying. The key to the FoH bins is the metal tab thing on the [[FoH manager]]'s keys.

==== Bin Bags ====
Readily available to company members in the cleaning cupboard, it’s amazing that some long standing members have to ask you where they are.

Don't waste them because then we have to spend money getting more when we could be spending that money on cool shit like softer bog roll or new tools or lanterns.

==== Black Light ====
:See [[Lighting Hire]]

==== Black Techie ====
:See [[Black Techie]]

==== Blackwood, Alan ====
EUSA Buildings Manager. Not Owen Quinn.

==== Bleach ====
Buy it in big 5l bottles, great for cleaning the [[toilets]] and for pouring over the backstage exit when someone has forgotten to lock it and it’s been pissed on, less of a problem now it's not a bog. Also works as a weed killer.

==== Blue Meanie ====
The Edinburgh term for Parking Attendant, they’re the nasty people who fine you if you park in the wrong place. See parking for how to get away with parking at Bedlam. They live on Chambers Street so never park here illegally because it’s the first and last place they check. They also have offices on Garden Terrace so watch out if you park here.

==== Bobbys ====
:See [[Pubs#Bobbies|Pubs: Bobbys]]

==== Bolts ====
Really useful for holding things together but you can never find a matching set. People are to be encouraged to attach nuts and washers to them when they add them to the collection.

==== Braces, Stage ====
:See: [[Braces]]

==== Brika Float ====
A yummy thing consisting of ice cream stuck in the bottom of a pint glass and Smirnoff Ice poured in on top of it. There may be stirring involved depending on how sloshed you are already and how much you really care. Invented by a strange Canadian and occasionally served in the Bedlam [[café]] on pain of loud squealy sounds.

==== Broom, Alastair ====
Part Techie, Part Author (of the 1991 revision of this manual). Complete saint and has been known to be witty on occasion.
:See: [[User:AlTheTechie]]

==== Buildings Agreement ====
:See: [[Buildings Agreement]]

==== Business Manager ====
:See: [[Business Manager]]

== C ==

==== Cable ====
Mains cable is best bought from Blacklight. Fancy cable can be bought from Farnell (See [[#Farnell|Farnell]]) or from Maplin (See [[#Maplin|Maplin]])

==== Café ====
:See [[Café]]

==== Cans/Comms ====
:See [[Comms]]
==== Cappadocia ====
:See [[Take Aways]]

==== Carpet ====
Ok, there are lots of carpets around and they were replaced in: [[Ogg Office]] 1999, Side Entrance fringe 2001, [[Auditorium]] 1998 with tiles added 2005, [[Dressing room]] 2000. Carpet is stored on the [[balcony]] under the floor of the [[workshop]] area which can be accessed by moving the steps which lead down to the scaff store. The carpet in the dressing room is guaranteed for five years against most of the stuff that happens to it but you have try to clean it with the stuff they provided first which has since been lost. The paperwork can be found in the [[Theatre Manager]]’s drawer in the guarantees section. The carpet in the side entrance and auditorium walkways are tiles so that when too much paint is spilled on them you can just replace the affected tiles.

==== Ceilidhs ====
Fun and joy! Go, go dance like a crazy person! See [http://www.teannaich.com Teannaich]

==== Central Fish and Chip Shop ====
:See [[Take Aways]]

==== Cigarettes ====
Look in the show section for "[[Production Guidelines - Lunchtimes#Fire, firearms and smoking|Smoking on stage]]" guidelines. It's amazing how many times you have to tell people not to smoke in the auditorium, especially now that smoking is illegal in the building. Make sure there is a copious amount of No Smoking signs throughout the building, even in the box office.

==== Cigars ====
For when pissed and dressed up (Or end of fringe). See [[#Cigarettes|Cigarettes]]

==== Cloth/Material ====
Can be purchased from Edinburgh Fabrics on South Clerk Street, which has the advantage of being very close and has reasonable prices (ask for student discount). If you are buying a lot it is generally worth it to go to the Cloth Shop in Leith (at the end of Broughton Road, you can walk there from Bedlam in about forty minutes) which has a better selection and can be cheaper for buying in bulk. If you need speciality fabrics there is also Mandors on East Claremont Street, but they can be pricey. Ask the wardrobe manager before buying because we have rather a lot of spare material in the costume cupboard.

==== Construction ====
This tends to be a bit of a nightmare and any major undertakings should be vetoed in the [[Theatre Manager]]’s Questionnaire stage. You need to keep an eye on people doing it because it’s amazing the number of [[actor]]s who will try and use power tools without knowing anything about what they’re doing. Construction should not happen in FoH areas without the permission of the [[Theatre Manager]] and the [[FoH Manager]]. [[Café]] furniture should not be used in construction because it gets damaged. Allowing construction in the [[Office]] is not sensible because it makes a mess and the [[president]] rarely tidies.

==== Cooker, kitchen ====

:See: [[Guide_to_Building#Cooker|Guide to Building - Cooker]]

==== Costume Cupboard ====
:See [[Costuming]] or [[Costume Cupboard]]

==== Counter, Box Office ====
:See [[Box Office#Counter|Box Office - Counter]]

== D ==

==== Degree ====

# Unit of temperature, normally low in the auditorium and too high in the office, just right in the [[café]].
# Level of education, normally gained at University. Technically this is what you’re here for, try not to forget although don’t neglect the building.

==== Desk, Office ====
We have 2 working desks! Woot!

==== Detergent ====
Buy it in big 5L containers.

==== Directors ====
Most problem sets are not due to SMs but directors demanding them and not knowing how to build them. Useful for cleaning the [[toilets]]at work ins.

==== Disabled Access ====
The only disabled access to the theatre is through the side entrance. This classes as only limited access as people can’t use it when a show is on. Make sure box office staff know to tell them to turn up 20 mins before the performance so they’re not left sitting in the rain.

==== Disabled Legislation ====
By 2003 all public buildings must have full disabled access. We should build a ramp into the main doors.

==== Disabled Seats ====
The two seats on the front row stage left are easily removes, you just have to remove the four coach bolts and they lift out in a block. It’s a lot easier than the old practice of having to take two seats apart. You just have to make sure that the box office staff reduce the number of seats available for the performance. Always make sure you know about any disabled people who book themselves in, most will because they do recognise that we have to make special provision.

==== Disabled Toilets ====
We really need to have these so we can go in the fringe programme as having disabled facilities. The legislation sets a minimum door width, the doors must open outwards and you need to be able to open them from the outside.

==== Doorbell ====
:see [[Communication#Doorbell|Communication: Doorbell]]

== E ==

==== EDC ====
Edinburgh District Council. 200 2000. For Trade Waste, Licensing, Listed Building stuff.

==== EIF ====
Edinburgh International Festival. Runs at a similar time to the Fringe but tends to be big events like opera and concerts. Finishes with the Firework concert which is held in Prince’s Street Gardens and rivals the Hogmanay display.

==== Electrical work ====
You can normally get away with minor stuff like changing light bulbs. We’re definitely not allowed to do mains wiring which is why there are a few interesting cable runs in which look like real sockets but the cable runs to a plug which gets put into a wall socket (much confusion when someone unplugs it).

==== Electrical Mishaps ====
Try not to have any. Hope the fuses blow and the PCBs work. It is possible to survive a 415V 100A shock but the odds are against you so try and be safe.

==== Electrical Rating ====
Explanation. Bedlam is supplied with a full supply of three phases (Red, Blue and Yellow - EEC rules state these are now called Live 1,2,3 and coloured Black, Grey and Brown adding to everybody's pain.) each at 100A, 240V. General building power is drawn from the Red phase.

==== Electricity Bills ====
A man comes around every so often and checks the meter and we get billed monthly. The annual bill is around £2500. Try and remember to turn the lights off.

==== Endless Loop ====
:See [[#Loop, Endless|Loop, Endless]].

==== Entertainments Manager ====
Their big job through the year is to organise the ball, but sometimes fail to understand that what your average techie wants is food followed by a celeidh with lots of booze in the middle. [[Committee#Entertainments_Manager | Committee: Entertainments Manager]]

==== Estates and Buildings ====
The department of the University that is responsible for keeping Bedlam upright and weather tight. You will probably be on the phone to them every other week getting stuff fixed. They try to be helpful but you need to get put through to the right department…. We had a problem with the boiler in the kitchen and they sent us a plumber when what it needed was an electrician and the plumber said all the pipes were fine and went away again and I had to call again to get an electrician out. (See Works Department)

==== EUSA ====
Edinburgh University Students Association is the union for Edinburgh University students. They monitor our finances and make sure we’re not being stupid with our use of the building. At the end of the year they take care of any under/over spend so often there is a spending spree just before they empty our coffers. They are also responsible to the University for maintenance to the building, they quite often get left out when you deal directly with the University so try and let them know what’s happening.

==== Exterior Floods ====
We have one Sunflood (500W) lamp above the door and two 1K floods on the roof. The 1k floods were replaced for fringe 2001 because one of the old ones had had the glass break and then a pigeon decided to make it into a nest and was electrocuted. They can be turned on using the exterior floods breaker and the exterior floods switch in the fuse cupboard. You need to turn them both on. Gelling them looks nice but they burn through very quickly.

==== Eyelets ====
Normally in short supply these are a metal loop attached to a screw. They get lost and people always come to you for them so it is worth keeping a few spares. The best place to find them is in the back of flats (See Flats).

== F ==

==== Farnell ====
Electrical and Electronic component supply company. We have a small (£10000) account with them. The catalogue gets delivered periodically so make sure you get it before it gets binned. Our account number is on the catalouge and you will need it when ordering. If you order before 3pm it should arrive the next day.

==== Filling Cabinets ====
We have four, one in the [[Ogg Office]] and two in the main office in which anyone important has a drawer. The [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]]’s drawer is useful for keeping stuff in that you think you’ll need, I normally kept a 4D Maglite, Gaffa, eyelets and proplus there. The accountant, the [[Business Manager]] and the [[President]] are the only people with keys to the cabinet in the [[Ogg Office]]. Currently the fourth cabinet is in the side entrance lobby till someone has a better place for it. The Accountant’s cabinet was new after the old one was trashed when we were broken into [[fringe]] 2001.

==== Fire ====
:See [[Fire]]

==== First Aid ====
There should be a registered first aider on duty when the building is open to the public. It is worth looking into for the Fringe as you’ll have the same staff all month. Legally there should be a first aider around whenever construction is being carried out. First aid training can be arranged from the St Andrew’s Ambulance for about £10 so it might be worth organising a session, especially for the [[committee]] because that way you would have one on duty when the building is open.

==== First Aid Boxes ====
First aid boxes should be found in the office, the box office and the café. There is currently only one public first aid box in the box office and one small first aid kit, not for the public, in the [[café]]. Blue plasters should also normally be found in the kitchen. The first aid boxes need to be monitored to keep their contents up to date, each box has a list of what it should contain on the box. You’ll find that people use up all the plasters without telling you and then complain when they can’t find any.

==== Flats ====
:See [[Flats]]

==== Flat Store ====
:See [[Balconies#Flat_Store|Balconies: Flat Store]]

==== Flooding ====
Do not- I repeat - NOT replace the cover on the drainpipe outside the back fire exit. It causes flooding, and water runs straight down into the foundations, causing the building to collapse even faster than it will already.

==== Floor Boards ====
Most of ours are pretty manky especially the ones under the stage. They are faff to replace and quite expensive.

==== Foyer Lights ====
The Lights in the foyer run off a 12V supply which also feeds the doorbell. The supply is located in the tech box. They are turned on at the switch in the box office and have a tendency to blow.

==== Fresher’s Week ====
This is when we try and sell [[EUTC]] to lots of sweet innocent things straight from high school. Try and keep the building reasonably tidy and concentrate on going out drinking, don’t let them rope you into organising anything. It is a good idea to try and make a decent first impression. There are normally shows happening and they tend to have no budget and ask for lots of favours, try and make them good because good shows attract members.

==== Fringe ====
:See [[Fringe]]

==== Fringe Venue Manager ====
This is the person responsible for running the building during the fringe. It is normally a job taken by people who have experience of producing and little experience of production. They advertise the building in the run up to the Fringe, chose the shows, appoint the staff and are technically in charge for the fringe. Remember that if your name is on the License when the shit hits the fan you make the decisions and can kick Fringe butt.
:See [[Committee#Fringe_Venue_Manager|Committee: Fringe Venue Manager]]

==== Fringe Safe ====
An excellent book containing all the information you need to stay safe and legal, definitely worth a read even if you’re not doing the Fringe. Can be obtained from the Fringe Society Office on the High Street, although the Venue Manager (See [[A_to_Z#Fringe Venue Manager|Fringe Venue Manager]]) should be sent a copy. Every Fringe company used to be sent a copy but now only the venue managers get one.

==== Front of House Manager ====
This person looks after the FoH areas including kitchen, they make sure the [[café]] and cleaning cupboard are kept stocked and that things get cleaned. They also arrange staffing but since producers are notoriously unable to make staff turn up (And their excuse is that they got them to sign up so them not turning up is not their problem). They tend to do their own maintenance if you prod them so that you don’t have to.
:See [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|Committee: Front of House Manager]]

==== Furniture ====
This breaks down into two sections.
:# Bedlam furniture which is stuff which is used in the everyday life of the theatre so [[café]] stools, tables and the contents of the office. None of this should appear on stage.
:# Set furniture which is mainly kept on the balcony. None of this should appear in the [[café]] or office.

== G ==

==== Gaffa Tape ====
It is much like The Force, in that it has a Dark Side, a Light Side and holds the whole known universe together. Mainterms need to buy their own. You should keep a supply but don't put it all out cos it will walk. It can be bought from many suppliers, with Screwfix being about the cheapest followed by SKL and Blacklight.

==== Gas ====
We have gas powered heating and the meter gets read monthly. We normally spend £1000 yearly on heating the building, although this has risen to about £2000 by trying to keep the actors happy but it didn’t work so this practice has been abandoned…..as long as the cans in the [[café]] don’t freeze, fob them off with an it’s an old cold building and even if I put the heating on 24 hours it would make no difference story.

==== Glass ====
Glass is dangerous stuff in set construction, try and persuade them to use Perspex instead which easier to work with. You shouldn’t need to work about glass because replacing windows comes under keeping the building weather tight which the University is responsible for (See [[#Buildings Agreement|Buildings Agreement]]).

==== Gordon, Mr Jim ====
Supplies us with all our toilet supplies.

==== Grandad Tech ====

The appellation given to the most experienced tech in the room. Normally the oldest ex [[tech manager]] although in the absence of a [[tech manager]] ex [[Theatre Manager]]s may be considered. If there are none of either the title may not be used, but since that chance of there not being one in the pub this is a situation which has never arisen.

==== Greyfriar’s Bobby's Bar ====
:See [[Pubs#Bobbys|Pubs: Bobbys]]

==== Guidelines ====
:See [[Guides#Guidelines|Guides: Guidelines]]

== H ==

==== Hammers ====
:See [[Tools#Hammers|Tools: Hammers]]

==== Hardboard ====
The cheapest wood, it is little more than cardboard. It is useful for covering things although not if you want them to last. It expands when wet so can be used in a shrink to fit fashion like reskinning the stage (See Stage). It can’t really be reused because it just crumbles.

==== Heating System ====
We have a gas powered system, the schematics and instructions for use can be found in the relevant appendix. Be nasty because we can’t afford to heat the building 24/7 and even then the actors would still complain. The tank in the auditorium makes funny noises when the heating turns on or off which scares actors. It also detracts from plays so try and make sure it does not cycle when there is a play on, I spent three weeks with it turning off at 20:00 until I watched a performance and it gurgled for a minute during a quiet bit. OOPS

==== Homebase ====
Convenient DIY store. THEY DO NOT SELL BLACK MATT PAINT!!! (see [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell Paints]]). However, for all other things, not the cheapest option, but quick (especially for first year's who live in Hermit's Croft!).

==== House Lights ====
There are eight house lights which are controlled from the dimmers, usually on channel 48. They used to dim from a small box connected to a power supply halfway down the balcony on House Left next to the trip switches. The small box is still knocking about somewhere, but generally it's much easier to keep them operated from the board. The four of the house lights are wired in the others can be unplugged and moved for conversion projects.

== I ==

==== Ian Russell Paints ====
An independent paint retailer on Marchmont Road. We have an account so you don’t need cash. They keep a stock of matt black especially for us and can get anything if given enough time.

==== Igloo ====

:See [[Pubs#Dropkick Murphy's|Pubs: Dropkick Murphy's]]

==== Intercom ====
:See [[Communication#Intercoms|Communication: Intercoms]]

==== Irn Bru ====
The drink of the techie - it makes a refreshing hangover cure. Often endowed with the fabled negative number membership it’s presence can be seen in the number of 20p deposit bottles. Because of the deposit bottles it can also feed a hungry techie with the equation 6xbottle=chips.

== J ==

==== Jack, Mr David ====
The University Buildings Manager who can help with big maintenance and knowing what permits to get when you want to do things. His number is 0131 650 2475.

==== Jeffreys, Mr Alan ====
He runs Avalon Stage Armoury (See [[#Avalon Stage Armoury|Avalon Stage Armoury]]). He's now located in Glasgow, so plan ahead when thinking about getting ammunition.

== K ==

==== Kennedy, Mr Malcolm ====
Edinburgh District Council’s Building Inspector has been dealing with us for years. He understands how we run but make sure to get the building tidy before he visits. Chances are you will only see him once, during the annual licence inspection but if you change the layout of the theatre like with an auditorium conversion he needs to get a set of plans before you do it and to come and inspect it after you’re finished.

==== Keys ====
:See [[Keys]]

== L ==

==== Leaks ====
:See Heidegger's Theory

==== Leatherman ====
The techies [[#Multitool|multitool]] of choice, there are several main types with the “Supertool” being favourite with the older techs and “Wave” more popular with newer techs. The “Wave” is prettier and more ergo dynamic than the larger “Supertool”. In function they differ little, having a good set of pliers, two blades, one straight, one serrated, a file, a saw several screwdrivers and an can/bottle opener. The “Wave” also has a very good set of scissors. Techies favour the leatherman brand due to their strength and reliability. Though watch out for Gerber multi-tools as well. Favoured more by Americans, the most popular model has spring-release quick access pliers. They're cool because they have replaceable parts, but you can only get them fixed in America.

==== License ====
The main one you need to worry about is the annual theatre license. Ours runs from May 31st for a year. Prior to this date you will be contacted by the four branches of the council who need to look at the theatre. More information can be found in the section on People & Inspections. You might also have to know about Alcohol Licenses for festivals and the fringe. The license we apply for is an Occasional Permissions which we use to turn us into a members/patrons bar. Do not let people apply for an Occasional License because you need a licensed publican which we don’t have. You need to be careful about who can drink when covered by occasional permissions, we normally try to have a policy of members and patrons only. Bedlam does not need an Entertainments License for doing film showing and stuff, we are covered by our theatre license. If you are interested in more info on licenses look in Fringe Safe which goes through all the legal stuff.

==== Licensee ====
Bedlam Theatre’s Licensee is [[EUTC]]’s [[President]]. The [[Theatre Manager]] is their responsible manager and is responsible to them for keeping the building legal. If things go tits up and people die both of you are liable and could be jailed.

==== Lighting Rig ====
Bedlam's lighting rig is 12'6" above the stage, there are 3 long bars along the auditorium and 6 bars which run across the auditorium. Along the 6 shorter bars there are additional conduit bars. From each conduit bar there hang 14 sockets. The other end of the circuits is at the patch panel (See Patch Panel, LX) It should be rehung every few years. It was last rehung Fringe '05.

==== Loop, Endless ====
:See [[#Endless Loop|Endless Loop]]

== M ==

==== Maglite ====
:See [[Tools#Maglite|Tools: Maglite]]

==== Make Up ====
We have recently been given a set of basic stage make-up. Talk to the wardrobe manager if you need it. Some shows use it for effect and few things make more mess than actors either applying or removing make-up. Just make sure the Stage Manager cleans up afterwards and warn them if they don’t realise what a mess it will make. If professional-level make-up/advice is needed the best person to contact is Sarah Cairncross (about_time_scotland@yahoo.co.uk) who is quite good.

==== Maplin ====
A techies toy store. A shop that sells electrical gubbins. They sell cable and connectors as well as all the other stuff that the [[tech manager]] might want. They are now in Gorgie. Schemie camouflage required.

==== MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) ====
A cheap wood substitute that can be used for covering areas, it normally comes in 8’x4’ pieces of varying thickness. It is popular because it is cheap (Being sawdust mixed with glue) but is tends to be brittle and if it gets wet tends to disintergrate. Because it is so brittle it really doesn’t make sensible flooring

==== Microphone Sockets ====
There are several microphone runs from the tech box to the stage cupboard. The end in the tech box can be found behind the sound equipment and the end in the stage cupboard is under the stage beside the steps.

==== Money ====
You’ll have a budget, the [[Business Manager]] can tell you how much you’ve spent. Give the [[Business Manager]] receipts and the appropriate forms and you’ll get cash if it’s less than about £30 or a cheque if it’s more than that. If you need the money quickly cheques can be made to cash but you can only cash them at the Bank of Scotland on George IV Bridge. You can get a cheque for delivery people- ask the business manager.

==== Multitool ====
:See [[Tools#Multitool|Tools: Multitool]]

==== Murray's Tool Stores ====
There are several branches of Murray’s around, they sell decent quality tools at a reasonable price as well as general hardware. They tend to give a discount to [[EUTC]] members, although it’s normally just knocking the pennies off a purchase.

== N ==

==== No ====
The most useful word in your vocabulary (See [[#Yes|Yes]]), just think how much easier your life would be if you had know this word when they asked you to be [[Theatre Manager]]. Now go find a Stage Manager to practice it on……no not the cute ones.

==== No No Nanette ====
A musical of dubious quality.

==== Nuts ====
They get lost and you can never get them to match up with [[#Bolts|bolts]]. Get people to attach them to their bolts when they’re removed from set.

== O ==

==== Opinions ====
What’s one of these then?

==== Outside Companies ====
We try and hire ourselves out because it gets money in and the members get paid for staffing. You need to watch outside companies because often they don’t have a clue as to what’s illegal. I’ve written a set of guidelines and a questionnaire for outside companies. Make sure that whoever is supervising the in knows what they’re doing (Unless you can get the job….try and get paid a technician wage for it not just the general wage). You’ll need to check the set but remember that they’re paying a lot of money so be professional and polite,

== P ==

==== Paint ====
We use lots, the main ones you’ll have to buy in are black and white matt. They can be got from Ian Russell (See [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell]]) or the Paint Shed (See [[#Paint Shed, The|Paint Shed]]) quite cheaply. Don’t let people paint the stage in gloss because it needs to be sanded down before it can be painted over.

==== Paint Brushes ====
We get through a lot of these because people are unable to was them properly. Make sure that you always have white spirit (See White Spirit) in stock so that people can wash gloss off their brushes. Be nasty and keep a couple of nice ones locked away for when you have to paint something.

==== Paint Rollers ====
These are worse than brushes for getting fucked because they are that much more effort to wash. As with brushes yell at people to do it right and make sure you’ve got a nice one locked away for when you need it.

==== Paint Shed, The ====
A large paint shop on Howe Street (Just walk down Fredrick Street and keep going). They can normally get stuff when Ian Russell can’t and are slightly cheaper but a lot further away.

==== Parking ====
Bedlam is on yellow lines,(and upon bricks because of some geordie...see Timms) currently you can load between 0930 and 1700 and park between 1830 and 0800, this means that from 0800 till 0930 and 1700 till 1830 you can’t park at all. To prevent yourself getting parking tickets you need to leave the boot of your car open so that you class as loading, you still have to return to the car every five minutes but at least you don’t get a ticket. If you need to park for longer you can call the [[#Blue Meanie|Parking Attendants]] head office and tell them you’re there officially. I’ve never actually managed to get through to them when I’ve needed to but they’ve assured me that all I need to do is call.

==== Parking Attendant ====
:See [[#Blue Meanie|Blue Meanie]]

==== Panic Button ====
:See [[Communication#Panic_Alarm|Communication: Panic Alarm]]

==== Perspex ====
Used as a glass substitute it is easier to work and a lot safer onstage. It still fractures to give sharp edges so care must be taken and any residue cleaned up. The best way to cut it is with a Stanley knife which takes work and time but persevere.

==== Photocopier ====
We have a photocopy account in the David Hume Tower copy centre (in the basement of the building, across from the creepy canteen).

==== Pigeon Holes ====
Each [[committee]] member has a pigeon hole where you can stick stuff for them, people never check them so it’s better to put notes on the board. They’re useful to use for pending (I can’t be bothered doing it right now) stuff.

==== Plasterwork ====
Most of it’s falling down so watch out what gaffa you remove. Repairing plasterwork takes a degree of skill cos you need to get it good and smooth so only let people who know what they’re doing at it. The trick to it is to build it up in thin layers and then water down the top layer so it goes on smoothly.

==== Police ====
Of limited use in moving [[#Tramps|tramps]] and should be called in the event of theft or assault. The number for St Leonard’s Street police station is 0131 662 1000 - ask for the "Operations Room" if you'd like a constable to come.

==== Posters ====
Shows make posters and they put them up, the [[FoH Manager]] normally monitors the ones FoH and the staff keep them up to date. Legally what you need is for them to be secured at all four corners. To put up posters in Uni Buildings they need to be stamped with the [[EUSA]] logo. If you’re doing them make sure that you stamp the master and photocopy it, rather than having to stamp every individual poster. If you enlarge to A3 do this before stamping because it’s obvious when you enlarge the stamp. All posters should show the [[EUTC]] logo, have the name and address of the theatre, dates and times of the show, ticket prices and the box office phone number.

==== President ====
:See [[President]]

==== Press and Publicity Officer ====
This person is responsible for the public face of the [[EUTC]] and Bedlam theatre so keep on their good side. They should check all posters before they go out and should be able to make your forms pretty before giving them out. This may take some times so be ready to make alternative arrangements. Just do what you can and try not to hurt their feelings if you could do it better.

==== Printer, Box Office ====
:See [[Box Office]]

==== Productions Manager ====
They talk regularly with all the shows and should know exactly what’s happening in all shows. They communicate between shows and [[committee]] so that all shows should know what’s the [[committee]] is saying about them and take measures to stop us kicking their butts. They distribute [[Production Guidelines]] so that people have no excuse when they do stupid things.

== Q ==

==== Quinn, Mr Owen ====
Owen Quinn used to be the [[EUSA]]Buildings Manager, so you may hear some stories about him. He is no longer with us (in the context of EUSA, rather than this temporal world). Take this as you will.

== R ==

==== Red, Rioja/Bedlam (gloss) ====
The colour of red that FoH is painted.

==== Refuse Collection ====
The large 1100L bin (Claymore) outside the [[Ogg Office]] is emptied every Monday, I’ve found that is the best day cos most of the rubbish is created during work-ins on Sundays. During the [[fringe]] you need to get it emptied more often, just call Trade Waste. It was replaced in 2001 because the lid snapped off. It now locks which is something of an inconvenience because people just dump bin bags rather than going and getting the key. The key is just a green plastic thing. Lots of annoying people around tend to stick stuff in the bin if it’s not locked so you’ve got to work out which problem annoys you more.

==== Rostra ====
Bedlam has lots, mainly in standard sizes which is useful. Every time they are used they need to be tested for structural integrity. They are stored on the SR balcony and you’ll probably have trouble finding all the right bits if you’re new to the job.

==== Rubber Gloves ====
We get through an extraordinary number of pairs, it’s normally worth keeping a couple of pairs of extra thick ones for outside. A supply of disposable gloves is useful too but be aware that some people are allergic to latex ones.

== S ==

==== Scaffolding ====
Building scaff correctly is an art form, the trick to it is to build it as strong as possible with as little scaff as possible, using the appropriate clamps (See [[#Scaff Clamps|Scaff Clamps]]), use common sense and get someone who knows what they’re doing. When in doubt build it then jump on it, if it breaks you can probably work out what’s wrong then rebuild it.

==== Scaff Clamps ====
There are several main types of scaff clamps.
:# Right angle: Simple and strong for joining scaff at right angles.
:# Swivel: Simple, not as strong as a right angle but can hold scaff at any angle.
:# Pucklok: Also called a hook clamp, this one should not be used for structural stuff but is a nice simple one for hanging things with.
:# Clamshell: Simple and gives a neat join, you tighten both sides of the clamp with one bolt
:# Band & Plate: Another nice simple one for joining scaff at right angles Bedlam owns lots of these but you need to put the bits together right to give it strength.
:# Sleeve Joint: For joining scaff end on, they tend to get deformed easily and are the most likely clamp to have the nuts stick.
:You can make your life a lot easier by using the right type.

==== Scaff Spanner ====
:see [[Tools#Podger|Tools: Podger]]

==== Scottish Power ====
The people we buy our gas and electricity from, they send people around every month to read the meter, it’s amazing how often I’ve seen the meter men considering how little I’m in office hours.

==== Screwfix ====
They sell all sorts of hardware cheaply. They sell by catalogue and you can get them to bill us. The stuff isn’t fancy but it works.

==== Screwdriver ====
Boring thing for putting screws into bits of wood, there are two main types to worry about, slot and crosshead. With crosshead coming in PoziDrive and Phillips. Techies tend to prefer pozi because you get a better grip. If using a powered driver (See [[#SPT|SPT]]) try not to use slotted screws because you will find that unless you get the exact centre of the screw you will lose grip.

==== Screws ====
The device of choice for holding bits of wood together. Bedlam only seems to stock big or really big screws, finding 1" or smaller screws is difficult. If you don’t know how to use screws yet there’s something wrong.

==== Secretary ====
:See [[Secretary]]

==== Security Grills ====
The Security Grills which obstruct the servery are mainly there to stop Company members from helping themselves. It is possible to unscrew the fixings if you ever really need to but is probably not worth the effort. When we have alcohol stored there are larger “Alcohol” padlocks which can be used. This further restricts the number of people who can access the [[servery]].

==== Set ====
Stuff that goes onstage.
:See [[Set]]

====Set Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Set Manager| Committee: Set Manager]]

==== Sewing Machine ====
There are two broken sewing machines in Bedlam (one black Singer, one light green...something). They are good for set but not for actual sewing although if anyone would like to try and fix them I am well up for that. There is one working sewing bought by Colleen Patterson during her stint as wardrobe manager 06/07, which is a JL100, very easy to use but shouldn't be used by anyone who isn't the wardrobe manager or someone trusted by the wardrobe manager.

==== Show Switch ====
This really useful device can be found in the [[tech box]], it is used for when a show is on. Turning it on causes a red LED above the side [[auditorium]] door to turn on which says show in progress and it silences the intercom in the [[tech box]]. Instead the [[Internal_Building_Communications|intercom]] causes green LEDs to light up along the front of the [[tech box]].

==== Skips ====
Back in the old days before they put up bollards on the fire exit we used to hire skips for when we did a big clear out. It is still possible but more hassle now. It’s best to shop around to find the best deal and remember that you have to bear in mind not just hiring a skip but the times and volumes involved.

==== SKL (Simon Kennedy Lighting) ====
:see [[Lighting Hire]]

==== Small hire charge ====
Applies to anywhere and anyone (especially our [[Fringe]] rivals!) who want to “borrow” tables, people, things, a brush, flyer space, toilet rolls, costumes, etc.

==== Smoking ====

It's illegal to do so in the building, even the [[box office]] or on[[stage]]. Blame the Scottish Executive.

==== Soap ====
There are soap dispensers in the [[toilets]] and [[café]], there could do with being soap dispensers in the kitchen and paint cupboard. They are refilled by opening them with the L-shaped key, then remove the clear bottle. The bottle can then be refilled with liquid soap from a larger container. To reinsert the bottle you can either try and show off, just plunging it in or you can remove the holder by holding down the white tab and pulling it out. The bottle can then be reinserted and turned upside down without making a mess. To finish slam the soap dispenser closed.

==== Sound System ====
:see [[Sound]]

==== SPT ====
Sexy Power Tool eg powered screwdriver/drill

==== Stage ====
:See [[Stage]]

==== Stage Monitor ====
This is a microphone which picks up what’s happening on stage and then feeds it to the [[tech box]] and [[dressing room]]. It is powered by an AA battery in a little black box at the stage left end of the [[tech box]]. The On/Off control is also built into this box. The feed in the [[tech box]] can be turned off at the white box at the stage right end of the [[tech box]], which switches between Monitor and PFL. The microphone is situated at the back of the [[auditorium]] so you can hear what the directors say to their friends straight after the show comes down.

==== Stage Weight ====
These are big lumps of metal that you use to hold flats (See [[#Flats|Flats]]) in place. They are placed on the end of stage braces (See [[#Braces, Stage|Braces, Stage]]) so they don’t move and you can also secure the bases of flats with them to stop people kicking them.

==== Stamps ====
Two types, the first is for sending letters and if you can’t use these you’ve got a problem, especially as now you don’t even have to lick them. The other is the [[EUSA]] stamp which all posters in [[EUSA]] buildings must have on or they’ll just get ripped down. We have a computer version of the [[EUSA]] stamp to put on posters- ask publicity manager.

== T ==

==== T-Shirts ====
Most mainterms do T-Shirts of some kind, make sure if you want one that you get one for any shows, you can justify it if they ask what you’ve done for the show by telling them you’re letting it happen.

====Technicians ====

:See [[Technical]]

==== Tech, Granddaddy ====
:see [[#Grandad Tech|Grandad Tech]]

==== Tech Manager ====
This person is the one you’ll have to work very closely with, basically if it breaks and it’s got a plug on it it’s their problem if it hasn’t got a plug it’s yours. They should know how to use all the equipment in the building and seem to spend all their time changing bulbs…but at least that means you don’t. Their two main jobs through the year are tech directing the fresher’s play and getting everything [[#Test, PAT (Portable Appliance Test)|PAT tested]].

==== Telewest ====
The company that we get out phone from.

==== Tequila Club ====
:See: [[Tequila Club]]

==== Test, PAT (Portable Appliance Test) ====
This is the test that the University administers to anything with a plug. Technically everything should be tested but we have some things that cease to exist (quantum effect) when the PAT test man comes around. It needs done yearly although cable should be done every six months.

==== Teviot Key ====
We keep a key in [[Teviot]] to stop [[committee]] members getting phone calls at random times by people needing into the building. The key is attached to a bit of wood because the first person to sign it out returned their house keys and didn’t think to go in and swap before I got phone calls from people who thought the key was broken. Even worse is that this was a [[committee]] member (Generally referred to as the weakest link) who had their own side door key anyway.

==== Theatre Manager ====
Knows everything. No no, EVERYTHING.

==== Toilet Paper ====
Normally used for wiping your arse. There are people who try and use this stuff for sets even going so far as to tell you that they’ve sprayed it with flamcheck so what’s the problem? When it’s actually being used for it’s main purpose it needs to be put in the dispensers because otherwise more goes on the floor than in the toilet. Make sure that every time there is a show they get completely refilled and you should be fine. You’ll find that when it runs out people use green towels to wipe their bums rather than going and refilling the dispensers.

==== Tools ====
:See [[Tools]]

==== Trade Waste ====
The people responsible for Claymore (See [[#Bins|Bins]]) they empty it once a week. You can call them on 0131 469 5655 if you need extra uplifts or to find out what’s happening if you find it’s not been emptied or emptied on the wrong day. You’ll normally get an answer phone not a real person but they normally call back in about an hour.

==== Trap Doors ====
There are two in the stage they go down into the crypt, other than that there are several on the balcony, one in each toilet, two in the main office and one in the costume cupboard. The ones on the balcony open to let you at hidey holes The ones in the office let you under the floor. The one in the gents lets you under the floor and you can technically climb through to the crypt, although slimmer [[Theatre Manager]]s than I have got stuck half way. The trap door in the ladies goes into a little room under the floor. The trap door in the costume cupboard leads down to the stage left exit, there are normally things ontop of this trap door so it is of limited use.

== U ==

==== University ====
Technically the reason you’re here.

==== University Furniture ====
The University owns lots of nice antique furniture but you have to ask before you can borrow it. The person to ask is….

== V ==

==== Videoing Shows ====
Technically this is kind of illegal because it infringes on copyright but often there is a "Copy for our archives" get out clause in the rights. There are two main ways of doing this, either sitting in the audience or doing it from the balcony. Be aware that you still have to obey the fire regulations so is they’re using a tripod it really needs to be at the end of the back row and since it will interfere with more than one seat there will need to be more tickets taken out of the computer. The projection hole is also useful for placing cameras into especially as from here they’re often close enough to plug the [[#Stage Monitor|Stage Monitor]] into.

==== Venue Hire Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Venue Hire Manager| Committee : Venue Hire Manager]]

== W ==

==== Wardrobe Manager ====
:see [[Committee#Wardrobe Manager|Committee: Wardrobe Manager]]

==== Water Supply ====
We have two tanks, one large one for the [[toilets]] and [[café]] which is situated on the balcony under the wood store, the other is located high on the stage left balcony which feeds the heating system. The heating system one gurgles when it turns on or off. We are metered so make sure people turn off taps and stuff.

==== Washers ====
These are metal disks which you can use to stop bits rubbing or give a larger surface area when fixing. These are vital on lantern hook clamps along with a Spring Washer. See Spring washer.

==== Webmaster ====
:see [[Non-Committee Positions#Webmaster|Non-Committee Positions: Webmaster]]

==== Web Site ====
Our best advertising because it is available on a sensible address ([http://www.bedlamtheatre.co.uk www.bedlamtheatre.co.uk]) and anyone can check it.

==== White lines ====
All steps should have while lines on them, this is especially true of ones which are painted black. The important ones are the FoH ones on which the white lines should be at least on inch wide. Painting white lines is harder than you thing because you need to mask them well but the steps that you’re putting them onto will probably not be dry yet and the paint will come off when you remove the tape. The way to get around this is to wait a couple of days with the tape on and then dissolve it with water, leaving immaculate white lines. You will also find that no matter how many wet paint signs you put up someone will walk up the steps and spoil your lines. This is generally done at Fringe time but could well need done at other points.

==== White Paint ====
You should keep a supply of this just cos it’s useful and lunchtimes will want it. It’s slightly cheaper that black but not by much. It can be bought from Ian Russell (See [[#Ian Russell Paints|Ian Russell]]) or the Paint Shed (See [[#Paint Shed, The|Paint Shed]]) in 5L tubs. Buy Matt paint for general use and a smaller tin of Gloss for the painting of some woodwork around the building and the white lines (see above). Do not use Gloss on stage it's nasty to light and almost impossible to paint over.

==== Windows ====
Get them cleaned when you can, I try and get it done at work ins. If they get broken report it to Estates and buildings who have to repair them as part of the buildings agreement (See [[#Buildings Agreement|Buildings Agreement]]). You’ll find that quite often the little panes of glass get broken on Friday/Saturday nights. Try and get this reported as soon as possible. The windows on both sides were replaced in late 2006 by the works department.

==== Wing Nuts/Bolts ====
:See [[#Nuts|Nuts]], See [[#Bolts|Bolts]] just these ones are designed to be done up by hand.

==== Wood ====
Wood comes in lots of types and sizes (See Chipboard, See [[#MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard)|MDF]], See Wood, Laminated). We shouldn’t store any on the balconies because it’s a fire hazard but we do. There is a wood store at the back behind the tech box which was built and altered at the request of the Fire Officer. For wood to be used onstage it should be painted on all sides. You need to do it right in the Fringe because the fire officer might well check. This includes visiting companies sets.

==== Works Department ====
The arm of the University that does all the maintenance work, they’re pretty slow but they do come out and do stuff. If something needs done quickly tell them and they can put it through as a priority job (Like doors needing replaced). Be nice and polite even if their workmen turn up twenty minutes before a lunchtime to fix the toilets. There is a long term belief within the works department that we either don't exist or will stop existing soon. This makes it hard to persuade them to spend time and money on the building. Things have improved in 2006 due to a new manager being appointed.

== X ==

==== X-ray machine ====
nope, Bedlam doesn't have one of those

== Y ==

==== Yes ====
Possibly the most dangerous word there is (See [[#No|No]]) especially if you’re saying it…then only problem is that you probably started this job with yes. Now think about all the trouble it’s caused you and don’t do it again.

====Youth Project====
See [[Youth project]]

== Z ==

==== Zippo Lighters ====
Dangerous nasty things these, they’re not allowed onstage because they don’t go out if you drop them which is bad (Although not as bad as when a pissed [[committee]] member drops a lit one into your lap at [[Teviot]]).

Other theatres

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This page should be used to describe other theatres used by theatre societies in Edinburgh

=== Adam House ===
A building on Chamber’s Street where Edinburgh University students matriculate and sit exams. There is also a 106ish seater auditorium in the basement. [[EUTC]] has done shows there in the past and through the year several departmental drama groups will do shows there and need crew. Go and ask for a look around cos it’s quite interesting. Tech equipment is very limited. Through the fringe it is run as C's main venue and they turn the large exam halls into auditoriums and have a large bar on the ground floor. Obviously you will be drinking in Bedlam so it shouldn’t matter.

=== Churchhill Theatre ===

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=== George Sq Lecture Theatre ===

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=== Pleasance Theatre ===

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List of Technical Equipment

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==Lanterns and Lighting Equipment==

'''Fresnels''': Fresnels produce a very soft edged beam. The beam angle is adjustable and its shape is roughly contained by a (usually!) rotatable barn door.

There are four types of models of fresnel in Bedlam stock:

* Patt 123 : The old old Strand fresnel with a 500W T17 lamp, otherwise known as an 'eggpod' due to its shape
* Minuette F: The old standard fresnel in the theatre with a 650W T27 lamp
* Acclaim : The new standard fresnel with a 650W T27 lamp, their barndoors rotate freely.
* Patt 743: A 1KW fresnel with a wider beam angle than the other lower wattage fresnels
* 2KW fresnel: Otherwise known as 'that ****ing huge light'. This is an old film lantern, and has some idiosyncrasies, including needing two safety chains (due to its weight) and needing switched on at the actual lantern itself. Don't rig it unless you are good up ladders or really need to.

A variant on the fresnel is the pebble convex (or PC) lantern (sometime salso called Prism Convex) which gives a slightly harder edged beam with less spill than the fresnel. PCs are different from fresnels by having a smooth flat front lens rather than the concentrically ridged front lens of fresnels.

'''Profiles''': Profile spots give precise control of the beam. Shapes in all sizes can be produced by integral shutters giving hard edges to the beam or by an iris diaphragm giving round edges. Edge quality can be adjusted from very soft to sharp by adjusting the lens. The quality of the whole beam can be textured by a metal plate called a gobo. More advanced profiles have a zoom facility where both the beam angle and focus can be altered.

New generation profies now have a third lens fitted. This arrangement is termed condenser optics. It allows for a greater output from the lamp and improves projection for gobos. Although the Bedlam does not have any condenser profiles in stock, ensure that any show rentals are consistent with condenser and non-condenser profiles as far as required.

* Patt 23 mk1: Non-zoom profiles with a 500W lamp. Beware of dropping the lens tube while focussing
* Patt 23 mk2: Exactly the same as mk1's with a set of shutters fixed. Both are known as 'snouts' due to their shape.
* Prelude 16/30s: 650W Strand lanterns with a variable beam angle between 16 and 30 degrees
* T-84's: 1KW Strand zoom profiles. Often used as folo spots in the Bedlam.
* Source 4 Jnr: Our newest lantern, bought pre-Fringe 2000. High quality beam from a 575W lamp. Variable zoom between 28 and 50 degrees.
* CCT 1KW profile. We have 2 of these after they were donated to us at the end of fringe 2007. They are very heavy and have a massive yoke, so hang rather low on our rig. They often will take more than one person to rig

'''Parcans''': Parcans are a fixed beam lantern whose beam angle is determined by the lamp in the lantern. These are the classic rock concert lantern and are very effective at producing strong beams of light in smoke or haze conditions. There are two types of can available.

* Long Nosed Parcans are found in the Bedlam in a black finish. They are also available in chrome finish.
* Short Nosed Parcans are found in the Bedlam in the form or "Floor Cans" or a par can with a double yoke that can sit on the floor without the need for a floorstand. These are most commonly used as floor mounted parcans providing face light for music gigs or TV such as Later with Jools Holland or TOTP.

There are four different types of lamp available for use within parcans.

* CP60 lamp gives a narrow beam. These are identifiable from the clear finish to the lens of the lamp
* CP61 lamp gives a medium width of beam, identifiable by the frosted finish to the lens
* CP62 lamp gives a wide beam of light. These are distinguished from its counterpart lamps by having a linear ridged finish to the lens, rather like that found on a car headlight
* CP63 lamp gives an extra wide beam that can really only be used in the short nosed parcans. The Bedlam does not stock these lamps

The Bedlam theatre stocks the first three of these lamps although current stock mainly uses CP62s. Parcan beams are oval in shape with a bright centre line and a slightly less intense edge. The lamp can be rotated to orientate the beam the way required.

===Dimming===

The Bedlam dimming for stage lanterns is provided by 8 Zero 88 Beta Packs. These each have six channels which by two sockets provide up to 2.5kW of power. It is important that these limits are never overloaded. The dimmers are turned on from a fusebox at the far end of stage right balcony. Turn the large red master switch to on and then all dimmers should be active. If not check each dimmer's own RCD on the individual 63A socket. The RCD is an important safety device. If the RCD repeatedly trips inform the Technical Manager as a matter of urgency as this could indicate serious problems with the system. ''Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to bypass the RCD.''

==Sound==

In terms of theatre sound systems, the Bedlam's sound system is relatively small and basic. However it is more than adequate for the needs of the theatre most of the time. It consists of four speaker cabinets at each corner of the balcony above the balcony, connected via two stereo amplifiers to a 16 channel mixing desk. There are individual components within the system that are as follows.

'''Compressor''': You may have seen compression used on a source with highly variable and immediate changes of volume, such as a radio bug mic or a bass guitar and the mixing desk. The compressor allows a maximum level for that signal to be set and peaks above that determined level are reduced to give a smooth signal. In the Bedlam, the compressor is located in series between the mixing desk and the amplifiers. This is to ensure that if any errors are made in the levelling of the gain on the desk, no damage is done to the amplifiers or speakers by reducing the peak level of signal to reach the amp. ''Under no circumstances should any of the controls on the compressor be changed from their set levels.''

'''The Mixing Desk''': See [[Sound Desk]]

'''The Sound Rack''': See [[Sound Rack]]

'''Sources''': In the rack to the right of the mixer there are major sources each taking two channels, or one stereo channel, on the mixer (L and R to allow stereo feed). These consist of two minidisc players and two compact disc players. There are two permanent stereo auxilliary inputs to the desk also with the choice of phono plug, large jack or XLR connection. These allow two more sources such as MP3 players, mics, laptops or another MD to be connected. It is however more common to hardpatch laptops or MP3 players into the desk, as we have many unused channels.

'''Amplifiers''': The signal from the main LR output from the mixing desk is amplified through one amplifiers. The signal is sent to the MC2 Amplifier. This controls the upstage left upstage right speakers. On matrix 3 and 4 a signal is taken and inserted into a Carver amplifier which drives the downstage left and downstage right speakers. As both amps are stereo this allows for independent control and usage of each speaker.

Before turning the amps on, ensure that the volume knobs are at 0. Then turn the amp on rotating all four knobs clockwise to around two thirds of maximum. Remember when you set volume levels that noise is far louder in the auditorium than in the tech box even with windows and doors open due to the positioning of the speaker cabinets and the canyon effect experienced in the auditorium.

'''Speakers''': As previously explained there are four speakers, each over one corner of the balconies. They make sound waves. What else is there to say apart from be nice to them and don't make them flutter cos that isn't good for them. They were focused in 2007 for Guards Guards, which involved building proper rigging points and allowing us to actually point the speakers at the audience.

'''FOH Sound''': During Fringe 2007 Neale and Dave installed a cloud zone mixer under the box office counter. This zone mixer controls all sound in the Box Office, Cafe and Dressing room. There are 6 main inputs and 2 mic inputs on the zone mixer, and 4 zones.
The zones are
#Box Office
#Cafe
#Dressing room
#Spare
The inputs currently are
#Spare
#Box office CD player
#Box Office mini-jack cable(for MP3 player)
#Techbox Feed (sent from sound desk on matrix 1 and 2)
#Spare
#Spare

Zones and input channels need to be double checked.

'''Patch panel''': Patch panels are a piece of equipment that allows different configurations of inputs and outputs to be achieved without having to totally repatch the desk and end up with a large amount of cable trailing everywhere. Although it is obviously possible to explain how it works here the best way of learning about it, as with most other toys in the Bedlam, is to actually use it.

'''Show Relay''':
THIS NO LONGER EXISTS
The two small speakers attached to the tech box wall can either carry the PFL output from the desk or relay the sound from onstage (using a microphone attached to the wall directly below the tech box). Select what you want to hear by using the switch to the left of the sources rack. The show relay is controlled to the left of the lighting position. A small black box contains the switch and battery for the microphone, and a box on the wall can be used to adjust volume and tone. The show relay, when switched on, also feeds a speaker in the dressing room.

==Identification of equipment==
See [[Electrical Tape]]

==Damage to or Non-Functioning Equipment==
It is inevitable due to the amount of use equipment in the Bedlam that there is a good chance that some equipment will be either accidentally damaged before, during or after the time you use it. This non-functionality could easily be repaired such as a blown lamp or indicative of a more serious problem. Therefore all incidents of non-functioning equipment should be reported to the Technical Manager. Any cases of blown lamp should also be reported to the Technical Manager as a matter of course so that all lamp inventories can be kept up to date. Lanterns to be fixed should be placed on the F.U.C.T. bar on the [[Balconies#Lantern_Store|lantern store]].

Guide to Building

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This page is a quick guide to the different parts of the building we call our <strike>home</strike> theatre. It is worth noting that theb building has a [[Historic Scotland Listing]], meaning we can't or rather are not allowed to destroy it.

== Main Office ==
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The Main Office is the responsibility of the '''[[President]]''' to keep tidy,

Stocking the desk the responsibility of the '''[[Secretary]]'''.

The phone on the desk is technically the responsibility of the '''[[Business Manager]]''', but it is useful to know about the cables. The main cable coming in is actually 2 phone lines, with the office phone (225 9873) splitting to the [[tech box]] and FoH, it takes some work to get the lines working when you move the phone and the codes tend to stop working. The Other line feeds to the [[box office]] (225 9893) to a handset which will not allow outgoing calls.

Each [[Committee]] member is assigned a pigeon hole and should check them regularly.

The Gas Stopcock cupboard should never be locked or blocked by stuff.

It is not sensible to allow office furniture on stage (More hassle than it's worth) and apparently at some stage a motion was passed forbidding it although this motion seems to have fallen out of the [[constitution]] since.

There are two filing cabinets with who owns what drawer clearly marked, the [[Theatre Manager]]'s drawer is a good place for keeping paperwork, gaffa, a pair of rubber gloves (don't ask) and a torch.

The [[committee]] pigeon holes are useful for keeping current information in.

The other cupboard contains the heating boiler and the [[works department]] have an annoying tendency to lock it. High up on the left hand wall of this cupboard is a door which gives access to a cold water tank which used to feed a toilet and sink in the cupboard before the boiler was installed. Now it just feeds the sink in the paint cupboard.

The FoH [[panic alarm]] makes a blue light flash in the office when activated. If this happens sprint to the [[box office]] with a bit of scaff or something similar.

The floor was sanded and varnished for [[fringe]] 2001.

[[Internet Connection]]

== The Ogg Office ==

This office, formally known as the accountants office, is the responsibility of the [[Business Manager]]. It is almost always locked, and where the vital accounts and anything else that is vital is stored. The [[President]], [[Business Manager]], [[Technical Manager]] and [[Theatre Manager]] are the only people that hold keys to this office.

== Paint Cupboard ==

'''Outline'''

The paint cupboard should contain matt black paint, matt white paint, varnish, paint brushes, rollers and trays, white spirit, meths, buckets, mop, dustpan and brush, soap, putty, polyfilla, glue, wallpaper paste and flamcheck. The important ones being matt black paint and flamcheck.

'''Responsibilities'''

The paint cupboard falls under the responsibility of the [[Set Manager]] however they should not be expected to clean it except for a couple of major clear outs a year.

Each show is responsible for the condition of the paint cupboard during their run. They should keep it as clean and organised as possible and should also clean it at their maintenance session.

'''Regulations'''

The door should be locked.

Shows obviously need access to it on a regular basis so the [[stage manager]] may be entrusted with a key by the [[Set Manager]].

'''History'''

The sink in the paint cupboard was installed when the boiler was installed in Spring 1991 and the one in the office was torn out. The small cupboard on the left where the nasty paint in the red tins is kept used to contain the gas meter until it was moved during the boiler installation. This has a Coded Padlock the code to which is 123 and should allow the more dangerous items to kept from [[actor]]s and the like.

== Side Entrance and Entrance Hall ==
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This is the primary entrance and exit to the building when the building is closed to the public.

People tend to leave it unlatched so that people can come and go without needing to ring the bell and drag someone down. This is fine during the day, but if you're working in the building in the evening or at night you should keep it locked and the light switched off so as not to attract tramps, drunks and so forth.

The [[doorbell]] on the side door feeds to a switch on the wall, the switch will swap the doorbell between the loud ringer in the auditorium and a quiet buzzer. Very few people know what the buzzer sounds like and often will sit by the door and not answer it. Normally the buzzer is only used for tech and dress rehearsals. There is an appendix which contains more information on the doorbell system. The doorbell can also be switched off from the [[tech box]].

'''Fuse Cupboard'''

In the side entrance hall, to the right of the door as you come in is a cupboard that contains most of the fuses for the building.

On the left hand side (Facing the [[auditorium]]) are the trips for (Counting along from the left) (needs updated).
On the right hand side are the trips for: (needs updated).

The important switches are covered by Perspex to prevent random people turning them off.

Always remind the production team of every show to remember to turn off the breakers as they leave the building. Remind them further that the upstairs lighting and [[Bertha]] are not controlled by the breakers and need to be turned off independently.

'''History'''

The system was rewired in 1992 to balance the power. Previously, the lighting rig ran off the red phase and the rest of the building ran off blue and yellow. This was hopelessly unbalanced and caused the mains cable to burn through twice (1988 & 1990) and it was lucky the place didn’t burn down. The power input to the building is three phases at 100A and 415V.

== Kitchen ==

The kitchen contains two large sinks which are a nightmare to unblock, lots of pans and stuff, a large fridge, a small hand sink and a cooker. The kitchen doesn't get much use through the year but in the [[fringe]] gets used lots. It is important to keep it clean because environmental health naturally get quite aggravated if you don't. Just get it cleaned at every work-in and you should be fine.

The wall of the kitchen was rebuilt for [[fringe]] 2000 and even though people keep bouncing off it warming up it seems to be surviving ok.

It's also a really good idea to keep a supply of bin bags actually in the kitchen. The bins get incredibly foul very quickly without bags, and as noted above, cleanliness in the kitchen is super important.

===Cooker===

New cooker bought in Fringe '06. Has 4 ring hob, full size oven with grill section that doubles as an oven. Lower oven is very temperamental and should not be used to cook anything specified as needing lower than 300C. At any time when cooking something in this oven be prepared to watch it constantly. Baking should always be done in the potato oven in the cafe to avoid a charred mess.

Cleaning the oven is not particularly pleasant so try to find someone else to do it. You'll probably find that you need to keep checking on them cos they’ll get bored before they finish.

== Auditorium ==

=== Stage ===

see [[stage]]

=== Seating ===

'''History'''

Prior to the replacement of the seating in May-June 2008, it consisted of 90 ex-cinema chairs which were bought from the ABC in Spring 2001. They were installed a couple of weeks prior to fringe 2001 and it took six people who knew what they were doing three long days to do it.

The trick to putting them in was to assemble them a chair at a time and get the backs to line up properly. They didn't quite fit because they were designed to be on a curve but it worked; up to a point.

When removing them you need to make sure you don't lose any of the springs because if you don’t have the spring in the seats have a tendency to fall out.

The seats were depreciated over five years and were due for renewal in 2006 but we didn't have the money.

=== Rake ===

'''History'''

The rake was installed just before fresher's week 1989 and was completed at 8:55 on the Monday of fresher’s week. Trap doors to get under the rake are located beside the door to the toilets under a lift up flap and in the little alcove through the cupboard, by the cafe entrance. The space under the rake is the only part of the building that is always warm but it's so dark, full of dust and its where the sub lives, so you’ll not want to spend much time down there. Spare parts for the old chairs were also kept there in black plastic bags but have been sold/thrown out in Mid-2008.

'''Renovation Work 2008'''

Because the seats were finally being replaced the opportunity was taken to refurbish the rake. This was for 2 reasons:

1. The seating company said that they would prefer that the rake were resurfaced prior to the new seats being installed to ensure a problem free fit out. The original ply had been compromised to some degree by the hundreds of nail, screw and bolt holes that had been sunk into it over the years.

2. [[EUSA]] were willing to pay for the £850 worth of ply and £800 worth of carpet tiles in addition to the seats themselves. It was all put on depreciation over 10 years.

The refurbishment itself consisted off:

1. Removing the old carpet
2. Removing the old plywood
3. Repairing the rake's structure
4. Laying new plywood
5. Painting the new risers
5. Laying the new carpet

In total, the project took around a week and a half to complete and involved:

Alex 'Mal' Mead ([[Set Manager]] 2007-9, 2008-9, Fringe Theatre Manager 2008), Kerry O'Herlihy ([[Theatre Manager]] 2007-8), Dave Larking ([[Theatre Manager]] 2006-7), Alex Engel ([[Theatre Manager]] 2005-6, Fringe Theatre Manager 2006), Alistair Marshall, Felic Trench ([[Librarian]] 2007-?), Cat Hobart ([[Theatre Manager]] 2008-9, Fringe Cafe Manager 2008), Neale Dutton (Fringe Technical Manager 2007, [[Technical Manager]] 2007-8) Becs Kamp (Fringe Sponsorship Manager 2007, Fringe Press & Publicity 2008), Sam Hansford (Fringe Technical Manager 2008, [[Entertainments Manager]] 2008-9, Imps Tech Manager (2008-9), Gordon Nimo-Smith.

''Notes on the repairing of the rake''

The rake was 19 years old and had been subjected to significant changes in temperature. Consequently, some of the beams had warped and twisted. Where necessary these were replaced though this was the exception rather than the rule.

Additionally, because power tools weren't an option in 1989 the rake was glued and nailed together. Wood will shrink over time and in many instance the nails had failed to function. The glue had also failed in some areas. This was remedied by the use of over 200 3x10 quicksilver screws. In particular the front joints that connect to the risers were reinforced.

Though the structure of the rake itself in terms of it's design was often perfectly sound, in places however, it was necessary to slightly re-engineered the framework so as to better support the weight. Notably, the area stage right adjacent to the rear of the cupboard required a denser structure than was originally present.

Amongst the more unpleasant things encountered during the project were a mouse skeleton and a considerable quantity of mouse and possibly rat droppings. Some of the programmes and ticket stubs dating back to the early 1980s can be found in the [[archive]].

=== Stage Cupboard ===

The stage cupboard wall can be easily removed to give additional entrances and it has been used to give an orchestra pit in the past. A 10' x 8' black serge cloth was purchased to cover the hole for shows which didn't want a pit. The piano was bought in 1988 and legend has it that it looked quite good when new. The candle holders were removed for use in a show and never reattached. How the top was damaged is unknown. The varnish was stripped off the top and sides for a lunchtime in 2001 and then re-stained a reddish colour but never re-varnished. It was last retuned for fringe 1994. Since then the insides were removed fringe 2002 to make it into a piece of set only. The stage cupboard is the only place which we’re technically allowed to store untreated wood because it is fully enclosed by solid walls which would supposedly take a while to burn through.

=== Scene Dock ===

This is basically an additional storage area for set, you need to be careful that the doors will still close and nothing can fall and block the fire exit. The walls are just plaster board and as such are quite brittle as can be seen by the holes in them. Apparently on the inside of the SL wall there are messages from the people who built the auditorium. The doors were built two days before fringe 1997 when the fire officer requested them, he was not popular that day. The water stopcocks can also be found here, one feeds to the main FoH water supplies and the other feeds the boiler. I don't know which is which. The floor of the scene dock is also home to a few sheets of metal used when trying to make the seats in the auditorium moveable... it didn't work.

=== Cafe Entrance Corridor ===

Formally known as the disabled access corridor, this is really just a passageway that runs from the [[cafe]] to the front of the seating rake. It is now the main entrance to the auditorium after the small steps were boarded up for [[fridge]] 2007.

There is an alcove behind the door to the cupboard in which lives the vacuum cleaners. Also in the cupboard is a small hole that leads under the seating rig. It is quite a small hole and access is easier from the other side of the auditorium. The walls are plasterboard and tend to have people kick holes in them. The Auditorium side of this wall has been patched with hardboard to cover hold in the plaster board.

== Dressing Room ==

This is the area immediately behind the stage where [[actor|actors]] go when they're not on stage

'''Responsibilities'''

The dressing room is the responsibility of each cast to keep clean. This is not the job of the [[Committee#Wardrobe_Manager|wardrobe manager]] who is merely responsible for taking away the props and costumes which should also be sorted and cleaned by the cast too.

It is the responsibility of the shows [[Producing|producer]] to ensure that the cast do this.

[[actor|Actors]] will often leave their belongings in the dressing rooms. Recent [[Committee#Wardrobe_Manager|wardrobe manager]]s have generally thrown it in a pile and given everyone a week to get rid of it before throwing it in the [[costume cupboard]].

Smoking and drinking are not allowed back stage.

'''History'''

Quotes to install a sink have been got in the past but they came in at about £1000 so it was given up.

One of the fancy windows was ripped out during a break in pre [[fringe]] 2001 (discovered it at 7:30 on the Monday morning of week 1, and I had slept in the building that night {for the 4 hours between ins} so was slightly annoyed). This window was replaced by security glass which is easier to clean and a lot more secure However it may be in violation of the B grade [[Historic_Scotland_Listing|listed building]] regulations. A second window was replaced with security glass at some point as well, leaving only one of the original windows.

There is no emergency exit light back stage and the Council are aware of this and as of May 2008 the Works Department has agreed to install one. As it isn't a public area of the building we should be able to gel it as dark as we like but a call to the Public Safety Department of the Council.

[[CCTV system]]

== Props Cupboard ==

The Props Cupboard is called that because it used to actually store props. It has nice shelves and everything. Now people think it's called the Props Cupboard because that is where all the [[stage weight]]s and braces (things that 'prop up' the [[flats]]) are stored. It is lockable and so can be used to store valuable props. But is mainly used to store crap during runs. The light fitting in there was ripped out by the tech manager [[fringe]] 2002 during the installation of a flood light for the back passage and never replaced.

== Costume Cupboard ==

See [[Costuming]]

== Crypt ==

The crypt is a dark smelly hole which can be reached down the stairs in the stage right exit. There are three rooms and they are partially full of sand, slabs and other building materials which can be useful. The stains on the walls are urine thanks to our resident tramps. The area under the stage can be reached through the hole in the wall which is useful for putting in cable runs. There is even more sand down here thanks to a mainterm which covered the stage in it then just swept it down the trap door. There is also 2 tonnes of construction sand living down there currently from Electra, 2005. It is all in double bin bags, and thus far more usable that the stuff that just gets swept down the trap door. It is possible to climb through the building's foundations to the men' toilet, but you need to be pretty skinny to manage it as [[Committee#Theatre_Manager|theatre manager]]s have got stuck in the past.

== Tech Box ==
see [[Techbox]]

== Balconies ==

See [[Balconies]]

== Toilets ==

'''Responsibilities'''

The toilets are technically the responsibility of the [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|Front of House Manager]].

Each show is responsible for cleaning the toilets and refilling the toilet paper and hand towel dispensers.

Additionally, the hall keepers for each performance should check the condition of the toilets at before and after the show.

'''Maintenance'''

Apart from the obvious refilling of the dispensers the floors, sinks and toilets should be cleaned regularly and bleached a couple of times a month.

The floor needs painted every year or so, just get black floor paint from Ian Russell, you’ll probably find that you use about 7L, so make sure to order it in advance because they only tend to keep 5L in stock.

'''Take Special Note'''

Cleaning the toilets tends to be very unpopular. It is recommended that [[Directing|directors]] do it.

The hot water heaters in the toilets should be left turned on and turned off only at the breakers. This way they start making hot water the minute you arrive in the building and throw the breakers.

== Toilet Corridor ==
[[Image:toilet corridor.jpg|thumb|right]]
'''Outline'''

This is just a corridor which links the [[box office]] and the [[auditorium]].

In here is stored the mainterm banner.

The double doors to the auditorium are quite hefty and make noise if you opened too quickly. Avoid opening them if at all possible during shows. The stoppers on the floor need regular oiling too keep them running.

'''Responsibilities'''

The Toilet Corridor is the responsibility of the [[Committee#Front_of_House_Manager|Front of House Manager]].

If shows make a mess in it (for painting and so forth) they must clear it up.

The hall keepers should keep it clean during a shows run.

'''History'''

At fringe 2007 the coffee machine in the kitchen was move and the waste line (which runs under the Toilet Corridor) ruptured. During Fringe 2007 it leaked a lot because of the high volume of coffee served. This is not a problem during term time as we hardly serve any coffee however it must be fixed. This ought to be addressed pre-Fringe 2008.

The banners were once secured to the wall but the attachments have since been lost.

A pane of glass was removed from the window to vent the [[cafe]] during the [[fringe]] 2003 but an electric extractor fan was never fitted.

== Box Office ==

See [[Box Office]]

== Café ==

see [[Caf%C3%A9]]

== Outside of the Building ==

Probably the nastiest part, it needs tidied a couple of times a week, especially Saturday and Sunday mornings after lots of people drop rubbish through the night. The regular tramps tend to be fine and if you give them a black bag will sometimes help pick up rubbish but you need to make it obvious to them from the start that they’ll not get any money. Talk to the tramps and be nice to them because the ones you get to know will often help you to move on the awkward ones and the ones that have passed out. Of note: Currently, the metal key to take off the top of the Front of House bins is on the [[FoH Manager]]'s keys. Coincidence? I think not.

The roof at the front of the building can be accessed with a ladder to put up the banners. Bedlam has two banners one of which is a long thin one which Mainterms can put their logo on for advertising. The other is a large fat cat with venue 49 on it which is used for the fringe. To put the banners up you need to haul them up to the roof and tie them securely onto the eyelets on the roof, the head of the fat cat then ties onto the archway.

The 1k floods were replaced for [[fringe]] 2001 and use K4 lamps. They burn through gel really quickly so you need to come up with an alternative if you want to colour them. To switch them on you need to turn on the breaker and the switch in the fuse cupboard in the side entrance.

The Claymore (large wheelie bin) gets emptied once a week, but you need more than that during the fringe. It is very difficult to get one off uplifts because trade waste are disorganised but it is sensible to book them if you’re planning on throwing lots out or during a mainterm week.

The gate to the back stage exit is best kept locked to keep tramps from using it as a toilet. As it is they will still piss there but at least you’re not cleaning up rather liquid shit. A good idea is to pour bleach over it every time you remember and make sure it happens at work-ins.

The disabled access ramp is only of limited use because people can’t use it when a show is on. This has caused problems in the past with people having to sit in the rain for half an hour. Make sure that disabled people are told to turn up 20 mins before a show not half an hour and get the seats out as soon as you can. The seats need to be removed so that the fire escapes are clear which is a condition of out license.

The fire escape must be kept clear if the building is open so make sure the duty manger knows this and do realise that you deal with the tramps regularly and probably have got to know some of them so be willing to help out. The tramps have a tendency to piss on random parts of the building, especially outside Mrs O’s window and she really hates it. There’s not a lot you can do to stop them but make sure you clean up as soon as you can so it doesn’t smell too much.

Apparently the red gravel outside the building looks a lot better than the tarmac that used to be there but it does make cleaning up harder the easiest way is just to rake the fag ends in and hope for the best.

Linford’s bench was given to the Bedlam by the parents of an ex-member, who died in a car crash. Mrs O is very attached to the bench so please treat it with care a lick of varnish once or twice a year doesn't hurt. The bins out here are pretty disgusting so I always make sure that someone else has to clean them out when there is more than an inch of crap in the bottom.

The only way you can get round the back of the building is to climb over into the grounds of the building behind us which is dangerous (The first entry in the accident book is from me falling off the fence) and illegal (So don’t get caught).

On the Forest Road side of the building are three overflow pipes for the water tanks. If there is water coming out of these it means that one of the tanks is overflowing. Having water coming out of these is bad for two reasons, one it wastes water and two it empties straight into the foundations which will cause the building to fall down quicker. The easiest way to get them fixed is by reporting it to the Works Department who will send someone to do it.

EUTC

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=The Edinburgh University Theatre Company=

This is the name of the society that runs the bedlam theatre. (us woho!)

We have a [[constitution]] and [[Standing Orders|standing orders]] which we must follow.

We also have a number of [[Life Members|life members]]

Formaly known as drama soc, the EUTC moved into the Bedlam Theatre on Forrest Road in 1980.

'''Anyone want to say anything useful here?'''

Buildings Agreement

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PDF copy of the agreement - [[Media:BuildingsAgreement.pdf|BuildingsAgreement.pdf]]

There is an agreement between [[EUSA]] and [[the university]] which gives us this fine theatre. It basically reads that the University will keep us weather tight and legal and cannot shift us unless they can provide an alternative venue equivalent in location, amenities, space and access. They want to shift us but haven’t got anywhere to put us.

The agreement was lost for a number of years, but several copys were found May 2008. A version has been copied here.

The Interesting parts include section 'NINTH' of the agreement between the university and EUSA (the part about Termination Provisions and finding us equivalent accommodation). The third part, the agreement between [[EUSA]] and [[EUTC]] and is also of interest.

The three parts of the Agreement can be found below:

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== Agreement between The University Court of the University of Edinburgh and EUSA==
''NOTES:
* 12 and 19 August 1976
* Someone skipped item 7... This is not my fault, nae, it's the fault of someone waaay back in 1976.''

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AGREEMENT

between

THE UNIVERSITY COURT OF THE UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH, incorporated under the Universities (Scotland) Acts (hereinafter called "the University", which expression shall include all persons deriving title from them where the context so requires or admits)

OF THE FIRST PART

and

THE EDINBURGH UNIVERSITY STUDENTS' ASSOCIATION formed with effect from First July 1973 by the Association of

(a) The Edinburgh University Union, otherwise know as Teviot Row Union, (founded 1889 and until 1972 being exclusively a Men's Union)

(b) The Edinburgh University Chambers Street Union, formed in 1971 on the admission of men to the Edinburgh University Women's Union (founded 1905)

(c) The Students Representative Council of the University of Edinburgh (founded 1884)

and constituted under Laws approved by the University from time to time (hereinafter referred to as "the Association" which expression shall include all persons deriving title from them where the context so requires or admits)

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CONSIDERING that the University are owners of the buildings occupied by the Association and known as (1) Teviot Row House (which formerly belonged to Edinburgh University Union, having been built for them by the said Students' Representative Council, but was pursuant to the Agreement between Edinburgh University Union of the First Part, the University of Edinburgh of the Second Part, and Sir John Livingston Sommerville and others as Trustees therein mentioned of the Third Part dated Eleventh October and subsequent dates all in the year Nineteen hundred and sixty one, transferred to the University's ownership), and (2) Chambers Street Union who had formerly occupied premises from 1905 to 1920 an the corner of Bristo Street and Lothian Street and from 1920 to 1964 had occupied university property at 52-54 George Square);

FURTHER CONSIDERING that the University is in course of developing a complex of buildings as a Student Centre of which Phases I and III have been completed and other Phases have still to be commenced;

FURTHER CONSIDERING that certain accommodation has been provided for the Association in Phase III and that in then circumstances it has been deemed desirable to specify the terms and conditions governing the Association's use of said buildings occoupied or to be occupied by it;

NOW THEREFORE, and without prejudice to such subsequent Agreement or Agreements as may be made between the University and the Association in respect of accomodation to be provided for the Association in future Phases of the Student Centre, IT IS AGREED as follows:

FIRST Buildings to be occupied

The Association will occupy and be responsible for the management of the following buildings, the ownership of which will remain vested in the University:

(a) Teviot Row House

(b) Chambers Street House

(c) The Student Centre, excluding the University Health Centre, the Chaplaincy Centre, the University Settlement, teh Royal Medical Society premises, the Bank of Scotland Office, the Travel Office and the Catering areas in Phase I, said Caterng areas consisting of kitchen and ancillary areas on the ground floor; the refectory, servery, dish washing area and offices on the first floor; and the coffee lounge, servery and coffee service counter on the second floor,

all of which are hereinafter called 'the subjects'.

SECOND Normal use of Buildings

THIRD Use in Vacations

The University will be entitled at any time (including term time) to apply to the Association for the use of the subjects in which, however, the requirements of the Association will always take priority.

FOURTH Restricted use of concourse in Student Centre

The concourse in the Student Centre is designed only for user circulation and will not be used by the University or by the Association for any other purpose, including a meeting or assembly of any kind.

FIFTH University's Obligations

The university hereby bind and oblige themselves

(1) To pay all rates, taxes, charges, duties, assessments, outgoings and impositions whatsoever, parliamentary, parochial, local or otherwise, which shall be payable in respect of the subjects or any part thereof, but that only for so long as the University may be supported by way of Treasury Grant or other State resources covering rates and other charges on its heritable property

(2) To keep the whole subjects wind and water tight and generally execute all external maintenance work; and more particularly,but without prejudice to the generality, to repair and maintain in sound condition and renew and reinstate where necessary the roofs, exterior and load-bearing walls, entrances and exits, and such internal passages and stairways as are common to the subjects and those excepted premises specified in Clause First (c) hereof, and also such fittings and fixtures in the whole subjects as shall be necessary to enable the Association properly to ocupy and enjoy the subject, including particulary, but without prejudice to the generality, the gutters, rhones, sewers, drains, soil, water and other pipes, water tanks and electricity wires, connections and transmitter scommon to and serving the subjects, provided that the University shall only be bound to carry out such repairs and maintenance as arise from normal usage and fair wear and tear.

(3) to maintain the external grounds pertaining to said subjects.

(4) To provide adequate equiptment and facitilies for the disposal of refuse from the subjects.

(5) To insure and keep insured the said subjects and all erections and fixtures therein and thereon belonging to them against fire and such risks as the University may from time to time to determine the full value thereof.

SIXTH Association's Obligations

EIGHTH Revocation of prior Agreements

NINTH Termination Provisions

TENTH

The provisions of this Agreement relating to Chambers Street House will be subject to review when the University is able to offer the Association acceptable alternative accomodation in a later Phase of the Student Centre, and in either case if mutually agreed a supplementary Agreement will be executed modifying the relative provisions contained herein.

ELEVENTH Evacuation of Subjects

In the event of termination of termination of this Agreement in terms of Clause Tenth hereof the Association will peaceably surrender up to the University the subjecs, all well and substantially repaired, painted and decorated in accordance with the obligations herein contained.

TWELFTH Arbitration Provision

== Supplementary Agreement Between The University Court of the University of Edinburgh and EUSA==

Coming Soon

== Agreement between EUSA and EUTC ==

'''AGREEMENT between EDINBURGH UNIVERSITY STUDENTS' ASSOCIATION (hereinafter referred to as "the Association" which expression shall include all personsderiving title from them where the context so requires or admits) OF THE FIRST PART'''

'''and'''

'''EDINBURGH UNIVERSITY THEATRE COMPANY (hereinafter referred to as "the Theatre Company" which expression shall include all persons deriving title form them where the context so requires or admits) OF THE SECOND PART'''

'''CONSIDERING that the Association has recognised the Theatre Company as a Society of Edinburgh University;'''

'''FURTHER CONSIDERING that the Theatre Company occupies Association premises in the Bedlam Theatre (formerly know as the Old Chaplaincy Centre) on Forrest Road, Edinburgh, in terms of an Occupany Agreement between the Association and the Theatre Company;'''

'''FURTHER CONSIDERING that the Association and the Theatre Company have agreed terms whereby the finances of the Theatre company shall be integrated wit those of the Association in order to provide greater support for the Theatre Company activities from the Association, it is now therefore agreed as follows:'''

'''FIRST'''

Theatre Company Status

(i) The Theatre Company shall continue to be a recognised Society with respect to annual registration with Societies Centre, and answerable to Societies Council Laws and Bye-Laws.

(ii) Decisions concerning productions, administration and use of the Bedlam Theatre and other internal policy matters shall remain the perogative of the Theatre Company.

(iii) The Theatre Company shall enjoy a special relationship with the Association as regards financial and staffing support, as detailed hereinafter.

'''SECOND'''

Financial Arrangements

(i) The Assets and Liabilities of the Theatre Company will be integrated with those of the Association as at 1st August 1987.

(ii) The Association will be responsible for the preparation and audit of the Theatre Company's annual accounts, and the preparation of monthly interim accounts for the purposes of reporting to the Theatre Company

(iii) The financial year of the Theatre Company will continue to run concurrently with that of the Association, ending on 31st July.

(iv) Budget preparation will take place in September or early October on a consultative basis between the President and Business Manager of the Theatre Company and the financial fficers of the Association, The proposed budget will then be submitted to the Theatre Company Exetutive Committee for approval, and the approved budget will then be transmitted to the Finance Committee of the Association as part of the Association's overall budget for financial approval.

(v) Any surplus on the budgeted net expenses of the Theatre Company will be added to the accumulated funds of the Theatre Company account within the Association's account, and any deficits will be deducted from the Theatre Company's accumulated funds.

'''THIRD'''

Bank Account

(i) The Association will establish an EUSA Theatre Company Account on 1st August 1987.

(ii) The existing Theatre Company bank accounts will be closed when all transactions related to the period up to and including 31st July 1987 have been completed.

(iii) The cheque signatories of the EUSA Theatre Company Account in the first instance will be the Theatre Company Business Manager and the Association Treasurer, with the President of the Theatre Company as an alternative signatory to the Business Manager, and the Permanent Secretary of the Association as an alternative signatory to the Association Treasurer. The Fringe Administrator of the Theatre Company will also Be an Authorised cheque signatory as an alternative to the Business Manager of the Theatre Company for the period from 1st June to 30th September of each year.

(iv) The Theatre Company will retain full responsibility for the generation of all will retain full responsibility for the generation of all cheques. Should any cheques. Should any cheque raise a query by the Treasurer which can't be satisfactorily answered by the Business Manager, the matter shall be referred to the next meeting of the Theatre Company Executive Committee for resolution.

(v) The Theatre Company Account will participate in the set-off agreement enjoyed by the Association with the Bank of Scotland.

(vi) Bank charges and overdraft interest will be an Association expense.

'''FOURTH'''

 Authority Systems

(i) Once the budget has been approved the authority for day to day administration of the finances of the Theatre Company will be delegated by the Association Finance Committee to the Theatre Company, as determined by the Theatre Company's Constitution.

(ii) Should financial difficulties arise in respect of the Theatre Company which either cannot be or are not being resolved b the Theatre Company Executive Committee, the Business Manager will bring the matter to the attention of the Association Finance Committee for resolution.

'''FIFTH'''

Capital Purchases and Major Projects

(i) Capital purchases for the Theatre Company will be funded from the Association's cash reserves, and will be depreciated thereafter over a number of years reflecting the expected lifetime of the assets involved. This annual depreciation charge will be an expense within the Theatre Company accounts.

(ii) The Theatre Company shall be entitled to apply to the Association Finance Committee for funding in respect of major projects. In ths respect the Association shall incorporate within the Theatre Company's annual budget on amount to be agreed each year to be transferred to the Association's reserve fund set up for major projects.

'''SIXTH'''

Staffing

(i) The Association will provide staffing support for the Theatre Company as agreed between the Theatre company and the Association, including details of duties to be performed by such staff.

(ii) The President of the Theatre Company will be involved in the selection of such staff as may be appointed.

(iii) Any such staff as may be appointed shall be within the normal Association staff supervisory structure, but day to day activities will normally be under the direction of the Presentation and Business manager of the Theatre Company.

'''SEVENTH'''

Review

'''All of the terms of this Agreement may be reviewed at any General Meeting of the Theatre Company, and at any time by the Association Finance Committee.'''

'''EIGHT'''

Arbitration Provision

'''In the event of the Association and the Theatre Company failing to agree on the interpretation of this Agreement or any part thereof, or failing to agree on any matters arising out of this agreement, the matter in dispute shall be referred to an independent Arbitor mutially appointed, or failing agreement, and Arbitor to be nominated by the Dean of the Faculty of Advocates.
'''
'''IN WITNESS WHEREOF these presents consisting of this and three preceeding pages are executed as follows:-''' They are subscribed for and on behalf of the Association by David Michael George Duncan and Charles Willard Fishburne, both together at Edinburgh on Seventeen June, Nineteen hundred and Eighty Seven before these witnesses Hazel Margaret Blair, Secretary, Twelve Hailes Grove, Kingsknowe, Edinburgh and Marion Swan Matheson, Secretary, One Hundred and Twenty Four Nicolson Street, Edinburgh; and they are subscribed by Edinburgh University Theatre Company (the Company's signature being adhibited by David Pounder, the President thereof) and by the said David Pounder and by Kristen M. Durward, Business Manager, all together at Edinburgh on Seventeen June Nineteen hundred and Eighty seven.

(Signed) Hazel Blair, Marion S. Matheson, David M.G. Duncann, Charles W Fishburne, David Pounder, Kirsten M. Durward

Powering Up and Powering Down the Sound System

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== Powering Up the System ==

#Switch on all sources i.e. minidisc players, CD players etc.
#Turn on the sound desk (and phantom power if needed)
#Turn on the Equalizer (top item in rack – switch at back)
#Turn on the compressor (second from top in rack)

all of the above are now integrated into the IEC distro with the long directional lighting tube on it. turn that on instead. 

#Wait 5 seconds
#Turn on the amplifiers (the sub amp lives underneath the rack part of the desk)
#Wait until the PROTECTION or LIMIT lights have gone off before continuing
#Turn the MC2 volume knobs to around 6 for both channels
#Turn the other amp volume knobs to around 24 for both channels

== Powering Down the System ==

#Turn the MC2 volume knobs all the way anticlockwise (NOT to zero)
#Turn the Yamaha amp volume knobs anticlockwise to infinity ∞ (NOT to zero)
#Wait 30 seconds
#Turn off both amps
#Turn off the sub amp - this is often forgotten, and damages the amp when the desk is turned off.
#Wait a few seconds

#Turn off the Equalizer (top item in rack – switch at back)
#Turn off the compressor (item below)
#Turn off the sound desk & phantom power
#Turn off all sources i.e. minidisc players, CD players etc.

this has now been integrated, as with turning on the rack. see above.

== Notes ==

*The MC2 is the amplifier in the main sound rack, and is located above the sound patch panel
*If you don’t know what you’re doing please ask someone who does
*The Yamaha is dead and there is a new amp above the MC2 in the rack
*It's not really worth messing around with the channel levels on the sub amp when turning it on and off unless you know what you are doing

Sound

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Sound as you can guess is about making noise. Whether you want to transport your audience into the heart of a war zone and scare everyone with loud gunshots and explosions or maybe your scene requires a Victorian nightclub, sound helps set the scene and should not be overlooked. Sound is also useful disguising scurrying [[Stage Management|stage managers]] between scenes and when audiences are entering/exiting the auditorium

==Setup==

Sound in bedlam is delivered by 4 speakers, and powered by 2 amps. The two Upstage speakers are powered by the MC2 and the 2 behind the audience powered by a QSC amp. It is possible to use all 4 speakers independently. The MC2 amp in connected directly to the Main Outputs on the Desk, and the QSC amp is connected to Matrices 3 and 4 on the sound desk, so can be routed through control of the Main Outputs, or controlled by some groups.

The speakers were focused in 2007 for Guards! Guards! This included building rigging points for the speakers.

==Links==

[[Powering Up and Powering Down the Sound System]]

[[Sound Stuff - Miscellaneous]]

[[Sound Desk]]

[[Sound Hire]]

[[Sound Rack]]

[[Subwoofer, The]]

[[SM58]]

[[ImpAmp]]

Staffing Guidelines

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==Important notes==
In event of a fire NEVER try to tackle the fire if it will endanger you or anyone else.
DO NOT re-enter the building until it is safe.
You must tell the Theatre Manager if there is a fire, no matter how small.

==Committee Rep==

Start of shift
• Get the float out of the grey cash box on top of the safe in the Box Office cupboard.
• Count it into the Box Office and Café tills.
• Make sure you do this only when there is Café and Box Office staff so the money isn't left unattended.

End of shift - Cash up

==Box Office==
• In Newts
- Reporting
- Raw Transaction Report
- Put in correct dates/times
- Save it somewhere you can find it again
- Go and open the file you saved, it will open as an excel file
- Widen the necessary columns until everything is readable
- Print it out, making sure you print to the Samsung and in Landscape format.
- Delete the file you saved as it is not needed.

• Cash up sheet
- On computer desktop
- Cash up template
- Fill this in (on the computer, it will automatically add stuff up for you), fairly self explanatory!
- Print to the Samsung
- DO NOT save the changes
- Get relevant people to sign it

• Money bags
- separate the money into enough money bags so that they fit in the hole in the top of the safe.
- Include a bit of paper with the show name/date/bag 1 of 1 etc/total amount in all bags.

• Put the Report and Cash up sheet in the grey box on top of the safe.
• Put the money bags in the safe.
• If you have been asked to keep a float out put the float in the grey box and put a note in the other bags that they are minus x amount for float.

In Event of fire

• Make sure the Box Office has called the Fire Brigade
• If there is a disabled person in the building please be aware of how you will evacuate them in an emergency and be responsible for their safety.
• Call the Theatre Manager and the President to let them know what is going on.
• Proceed to the evacuation point and assist the other members of staff.

==Duty Manager==
Start of shift
• Get the Duty Manager keys from the grey fire box by the side door.
• Open and lock back the outer doors for the auditorium fire exit.
• Unlock the backstage fire exit
• Unlock the front doors
• Make sure that you have enough staff and everyone is doing their jobs.

Opening the building
• You should be aiming to open the building 45 mins before the show begins. If you are ready to go and your staff are happy feel free to open earlier.
• Make sure all your staff are in position and ready to open.
• Warn the cast and crew that the front doors are opening.
• Open the front doors and lock them back

Starting the show
• You should be giving calls to the cast and crew at 30, 15, 10 and 5 mins before the doors are due to open.
• Before opening the auditorium doors make sure the cast and crew are ready.
• Open the doors to the auditorium and make sure everyone has a seat. There must be NOBODY sitting/standing anywhere but in a seat.
• When everyone is seated give the tech box clearance by calling up from the café of box office. If the intercom is not working go up to the tech box and give clearance.

During the show
• Count the ticket stubs and put them into a money bag. Include a bit of paper with details of show name, date, ticket numbers and prices. Put the total number of tickets on it and pin the bag on the notice board in the box office. In event of a fire this will tell you how many people are in the auditorium.

Ending the show
• If people are being slow leaving the auditorium ask them politely to leave so we can get ready for the next show/close the building.
• When the auditorium is empty of audience members, yell clearance to everyone.

Closing the building
• Make sure all audience members have left, check the toilets etc.
• Close the front doors. Do not lock them until the building is completely empty.
• Close the outer doors of the auditorium fire exit. Do not lock them until the building is completely empty.
• Help your committee member to cash up.
• Make sure your staff have finished their jobs.
• You are now free to leave.

In Event of a Fire
• Notify the tech box and staff that you intend to stop the performance
• Enter the auditorium and announce in a clear and calm voice something along the lines of ‘Ladies and Gentleman, due to a technical difficulty we are interrupting this performance. Please make your way out of the exits as indicated by my staff and assemble outside the building’.
• Choose which exits are to be used, this will depend on the situation. These exits are back stage, stage left and through the main doors.
• Make sure the doors to the auditorium are open.
• Remain in the auditorium until everyone has been evacuated. Check the rest of the building if it is safe to do so.
• If there is a fire blocking any of the escape routes, position a member of staff to prevent members of the public endangering themselves.
• You should always be aware of how many members of the public are in the auditorium by checking the number of ticket stubs.
• Once everyone is assembled outside do a headcount of members of the public and staff members. The Stage Manager and Tech Manager should be counting cast and crew. Check that they have everyone.
• Report to the fire brigade giving them as much information as you can and tell them if you think anyone is left in the building.

==Box Office==

• Have a tidy of the box office area, mop if needed, sweep, and generally make it tidy.
• Write something relevant on the chalk wedge i.e. show name and prices.
• Turn on the computer
• Print a test ticket (found on the desk top) to make sure the printer is working.
o Open Newts (the ticketing system) Newts is fairly self explanatory, if you have any problems ask your committee rep.
o If the printer runs out of tickets, ask your committee rep to get you more.
• Sell tickets to customers. If you have any problems get the duty manager or committee rep to help.
• In event tramps or emergency there is a red panic button under the desk. This flashes a light in the tech box and main office, help will come if available. Only use this in real emergencies.

In Event of a Fire
• Dial 999 and ask for the Fire Brigade
• Tell them the nature of the fire if possible
• Tell them our address – 11b Bristo Place
• Hook back the toilet corridor and café doors
• Check the toilets for any members of the public and direct people out the building through the toilet corridor.
• Assemble outside the building and report to the Duty Manager

==Café==

• Put the grills on the landing on the stairs opposite the box office.
• Turn all the lights, water heaters, chillers etc. on.
• Sweep the café floor and behind the servery, then set out the tables and stools.
• Set out the chocolate bars, sweets and crisps (restocking if necessary).
• Restock the chiller with cans if necessary.
• Put the coffee machine on.
• Check there is milk (and it hasn’t gone off). If there isn’t any, go and buy some with money from the till, making sure the receipt is put in the till afterwards.
• Write the prices on the blackboard.

Once the building is open:
• Make sure everything goes through the till in the right category.
• Press the price (in pence) then the category – sweets/snacks, cold drinks etc. Once all the items have been rung through press Subtotal. Then enter the amount they have given you and press cash. The amount of change you need to give them will show on the display.
• Do the washing up and clean the tables.

To Cash up:
• Turn the key to X1/Z1 then 9 then Cash. This produces a big receipt and has the z-reading on it.
• Count the money and fill out a cash up sheet. Remember to deduct all expenses (milk etc) and include the receipt in the money bag.
• Enter the z-reading onto the cash-up sheet and calculate the discrepancy between what you have and what you should have.
• Sign the sheet and put the money into money bags along with a piece of paper saying café takings, the total amount, the date, the show and how many bags of money there are.

To close up:
• Empty the bins.
• Put the chocolate and sweets away.
• Turn everything off.
• Make sure all the surfaces are clean then stack the tables away.

In Event of a Fire

• Turn off all the equipment in the café. Leave the lights on.
• Direct members of the public through the café and out of the main doors.
• Once the café is empty assemble outside the building and report to the Duty Manager.

==Indoor Halkeeper==

Start of shift
• Tidy the auditorium.
• Pick up rubbish, check under the seats and everywhere
• Hoover the whole auditorium

When the building is open
• Sit on the stool in the toilet corridor and make sure only authorised people go in the auditorium

When the show is ready to begin
• Open the doors when told by the Duty Manager
• Take tickets from the audience members, be sure to check the time and date on the tickets.
• Give the ticket stubs to the Duty Manager when everyone is in.
• Before the show begins make an announcement welcoming people to the theatre and requesting they turn off mobile phones. (Check with the Duty Manager if there need to be an announcement about strobes/loud noises etc)

During the show
• You may think you are now here to watch the show. No. You are here to look for fires, people disturbing the show, sitting in on the steps etc. I mean, watch the show, but be aware of the audience as well.
• You must be seated in the indoor hallkeeper seat, even if there is space in the auditorium, we need to be able to find you in an emergency.
• If there is a problem you can't deal with i.e. crazy drunk singing/dancing/refusing to leave. Go and find the Duty manager to get help.

After the show
• Help the duty manager to encourage people to leave.
• Tidy up the mess people have probably left behind.
• Sit in the toilet corridor and guard the door again until the building is closed.

In Event of a Fire

• Open the auditorium fire exit and direct people outside unless the Duty Manager directs you otherwise.
• Once everyone is evacuated assemble outside the building and report to the Duty Manager.

==Outdoor Hallkeeper==

Start of shift
• Sweep and Mop the toilets and toilet corridor
• Re-stock the toilet roll, hand towels and hand soap in the toilets

When the building is open
• Sit by the auditorium entrance in the café and make sure only authorised people go in the auditorium

When the show is ready to begin
• Open the doors when told by the Duty Manager
• Take tickets from the audience members, be sure to check the time and date on the tickets.
• Give the ticket stubs to the Duty Manager when everyone is in.

During the show
• Stay in the café and guard the entrance to the auditorium from people going in.
• Try and keep the noise level down in the café. The soundproofing is better than is was but still not perfect.

After the show
• Open the auditorium doors and let the audience out.
• Guard the door until the building is closed.

In Event of a Fire

• Open the door from the café to the auditorium, and the disabled access corridor door.
• Stay in the auditorium and direct people out into the café.
• Once everyone is evacuated assemble outside the building and report to the Duty Manager.

Stage Management

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== How to Stage Manage a Show ==

Stage management can be divided roughly into two parts: preparation before the show goes up, and backstage management during the show. Before the show goes up a stage manager is responsible for gathering props, dealing with [[Costuming|costumes]], building the [[set]], and in general doing anything that is not covered by the [[Producing|producer]], [[Technical|technician]] or [[Directing|director]]. In some theatres this may include organising rehearsal space, contacting actors about changes and other administrative duties. Depending on the size of the production, there can be people who work with the stage manager to do these pre-show jobs. One might have a props mistress (or master), a costumer, a team for [[set|set design/building]], etc. Obviously this changes show to show- a realistic modern drama will have very little need for costume as the actors can wear their own clothes, for example. The important thing to remember is that the stage manager is in charge of the crew and as such needs to make sure the jobs are done, everything is on time and under budget, and all who are helping understand their tasks and conditions.

Having a crew is lovely and a luxury, but at the end of the day the SM is responsible for making sure things are done. Therefore, it is important for a stage manager to be competent at all aspects of backstage work. Part of stage managing, especially at a student theatre, is learning, so don't worry if you've never used a drill in your life or have no idea where one would go to find a box of tonic waters. The important thing isn't that you know how to do it, but that you're willing to make sure it gets done by asking for help, learning through experience and knowing your own limitations. You'll soon build up a support network of people- people who are good at painting, building set, sewing, decoration, carpentry, plumbing- whatever you might possibly need! and can ask for their advice and help.

A director "runs" a show, but his or her job effectively stops when the show begins. A director should never be backstage during a show- once he has warmed up his cast and given last-minute notes, the stage manager takes over. During the show, the SM is responsible for everything that happens backstage- if needed, cueing actors to go on, keeping track of props and costume, doing any scene changes or set moving, and most importantly dealing with any emergency that might occur. This part of the job can be very simple. If all of the actors know and can hear their cues, props are minimal and set changing can be done easily during the interval, all the SM need do is sit backstage and relax.

Or perhaps, not so simple. Imagine a worst case scenario: actors don't know their cues and have to be told when to go on stage every few minutes by the SM, someone gets a rip in her costume and needs to be onstage in thirty seconds, someone else has lost his very essential prop somewhere in the dressing room, the set needs to be completely turned around in the ten-minute interval and one of the flats has come loose at the brace and is leaning dangerously, an actress misses a line and bursts into tears backstage, an actor has cut his leg on a piece of set and is bleeding in the wings, and meanwhile six people in the ten-person ensemble cast have exactly forty-five seconds to completely change their costumes in the dressing room. It's at this point that a stage manager has to be level-headed, rational and quick-thinking - able to hand out plasters and comfort crying actresses while simultaneously sewing a seam in a dress, drilling a flat back into place, making or repairing a prop that can't be found, directing stagehands to move set and helping the cast get into costume and on stage for their lines.

It's (hopefully) unlikely that all of these emergencies will occur during your show, but you must be prepared for the possibilities. It's (hopefully) unlikely that you'll have to do all of the before-show preparation by yourself, but you must be prepared for that possibility. Stage managing a show is a lot of work and a LOT of fun- everything you do pays off tenfold in the end. It's a great chance to do a bit of absolutely everything and learn about many aspects of theatre, and the satisfaction that comes from running a perfect show with no mistakes is amazing.

== Stage Managing at the Bedlam ==

So you've gone on a form as stage manager, and don't know what on earth this entails. Well, here's a checklist of what needs to be done before the show:

;1. Meet your Director: Have a preliminary meeting with your director before the GM to ask what the set is going to be like, and if there are any concerns that need to be addressed or which will probably come up during the meeting. During the GM you will probably have to say a few things about what your set is and how you plan to achieve any particularly difficult aspects (pyrotechnics, moving set pieces, etc). You don't have to know everything or have read the play just yet, but it's good to be prepared for any questions members of the company might ask. 
;2. Get through the GM: Stand up with your team at the GM and say what you plan to do and how you plan to do it. This can range from "It's a box set with a table and two chairs," to "We're going to build a working kitchen on stage." Keep your speech short and to the point during the actual proposal (which is only a few minutes long), answer all questions you are asked in detail, and generally appear to be a competent person. If your team goes through on production merit, all shows will be put to a preference vote and it is this that will decide the week in which you go on and things like preference for actors. 
;3. Meet your Director again: If your show goes through, it's time for a longer meeting with the director. Some directors are happy to let you design the set with little or no input, whereas others have specific requests down to the very last detail. At this point you should arrange to get a copy of the script- read through it and mark down all mentions of props and scene changes. Then come up with a design that you and your director both agree on. 
;4. Theatre Managers Questionnaire: Fill out the theatre manager's questionnaire, which is sent to the SMs of all the shows that go through. This is a simple form which covers safety issues such as whether anyone will be smoking on stage, for example. 
;5. Props and Costumes: In the next few weeks, start gathering your props and/or costumes. Most of this can be found at the theatre or borrowed from members of the cast. Lunchtimes have a small budget to cover anything you need to buy. Mainterms have a larger budget, but you'll probably need to spend this mostly on your set build. 
;6. Build your set!: You will be scheduled time on the stage for this. Send out an e-mail to all of your friends and fellow SMs to come along and help you build if you think you'll need it- depending on the complexity of the set, builds can last until the wee hours of the morning, so bring snacks and music to keep everyone cheerful. You should find things like flats and braces up in the balconies- ask your theatre manager if you need anything in particular. A build is a scheduled time specifically to build set. A get-in is a scheduled time (usually the weekend before the show) to actually install anything you've built. These are normally compressed into one time for lunchtimes, and just called the get-in. During your get-in, your tech manager will want to be rigging lights and focusing them around your set. You can also ask your director and actors to come along, although normally they aren't good for very much more than painting ;) 
;7. Rehearsals: Go to some rehearsals- how many depends on your preference and the size of the show. For a mainterm you might want to go along to most of the rehearsals the cast has on stage and make note of blocking, etc. For a lunchtime, go to the tech and dress runs. Watch from the audience (unless you need to do scene changes during the dress run) and make notes of everything that goes wrong or needs to be done. This is also a good chance to see a full run of the play since you will probably be backstage for most of it. 
;8. The Show: During the show itself, sit backstage and take care of anything that goes wrong. If you need help moving set, enlist a couple of friends to sit there with you and help. Depending on the show, you could be in the dressing room, in the stage cupboard, or just behind the flats. The only exception to this is a show where no one is ever backstage (the only one I can think of is the Improverts, who still have a stage manager, but they never have to sit backstage). 
;9. The Get-Out: After the show, you'll have get-out time (this is generally directly after the last performance). This is simple: do what you did at your get-in, but backwards. Dismantle the set, put everything away, give back all the props. Everyone (actors and director included) should help with this if they can. Your tech manager will derig all of the lights. 
;10. GO TO THE [[Pubs|PUB]]: Relax your done, you can breath now.

==If you need Help==

*[[Committee#Set Manager|Set manager]]. The Set Manager is in charge of everything that goes on in the building that has to do with set and should be your first stop for any problems or questions you have about your set. 
*[[Committee#Theatre_Manager|Theatre manager]]. The theatre manager is in charge of everything it the world, and should know a lot more about Health and Safety Guidelines. 
*[[Committee#Wardrobe_Manager|Wardrobe manager]]. You need to talk to this person about what costumes and props are in the theatre and can be used for your show. The costume cupboard is locked and the wardrobe manager will be able to schedule a time to let you in and show you what we have. 
*[[Committee#Business_Manager|Business manager]]. If you spend any money on props, get a VAT receipt, write your name on it, and hand it in to the business manager, who will make sure you get a cheque with that money back. This is also the person to talk to if you need to place a big order somewhere and want to invoice Bedlam for it. 
*[[Committee#Secretary|Secretary]]. This is the person to talk to if you need to schedule more time to build than you have been allotted. 

==Working with a Mainterm/Lunchtime==
If you are doing a lunchtime show, you may need to share set with a mainterm going on in the same week. Speak to their stage manager well in advance to find out what their set is like. Although mainterms always get preference over lunchtimes, most mainterms SMs will be very helpful and willing to work with you to come up with a solution you both like. It can also be really fun to have a mainterm set to play with, as they get to spend a LOT more money than you do!

If you are doing a mainterm show and have a lunchtime on in your week then try to keep the lunchtime crew up to speed. Be helpful and try not to allow your vision to spoil their show.

Theatre Managers Manual

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== Preamble ==

There used to be a printed manager's manual. In the way of the Bedlam, some of it got lost.
Here is the text of the last revision of the manual in 2002. Lots has changed since then,
so it needs updated by the current generation.

At least it should act as a starting point...

--

Al the techie, March 2006

== Disclaimer ==

None of the contributors accept any responsibility for any of the information supplied in these pages.

If you follow advice from these pages, on your own head be it. The contributors were incorrect when they
wrote it, and accept no responsibility for any results caused by following any of the information herein.

== Further Disclaimer ==

[[Image:dont_panic.jpg|HHGTTB]]

In many of the more relaxed civilizations on the Outer Eastern Rim of the Galaxy, the Bedlam's Theatre Manager's Manual
has already supplanted the great Encyclopedia Galactica as the standard repository of all knowledge and wisdom,
for though it has many omissions and contains much that is apocryphal, or at least wildly inaccurate,
it scores over the older, more pedestrian work in two important respects.

First, it is slightly cheaper; and secondly it has the words Don't Panic inscribed in large red [[Electrical_Tape |LX-tape]] letters on its held-together-by-gaffer-tape cover.

([http://www.bedlamites.co.uk/im/dont_panic.wmv Don't Panic] Animation 820k)

== Introduction ==

This manual is designed to hold all the information needed to run Bedlam, because the Theatre Manager changes every year is was seen as necessary that this information be recorded so that it was not lost into the mists of time. This manual is a rewriting of manual written by Al "The Techie" Broom in 1991 which was a rewriting of the manual written by Jo Bullard in 1989.

Lifted straight from the original: "I have been the Manager of the Bedlam for eight months and whilst I could never know what to do in any eventuality, I generally do know who to ask, or what mode of panic is most profitable! With luck, the following will help others to learn to do the same"

Good luck, here it goes.

Andy Edmonstone 2002

* [[Theatre Manager- Job Description|Job Description]]

* [[Guide to Building]]

* [[Shows and Work Ins]]

* [[Inspections and People]]

* [[General Info]]

* [[A to Z]]

* [[Useful Addresses]]

* [[Heating System]]

== Former Theatre Managers ==
During Christmas of 2007, the Theatre Manager position was split, creating a new Committee position of Set Manager.
Committee years run from 1st April to 31st March

'''2007-08:''' Kerry O'Herlihy (Fringe Aug 2006: Colleen Patterson)

'''2006-07:''' Dave Larking (Fringe Aug 2006: Alex Engel)

'''2005-06:''' Alex Engel (Fringe Aug 2005: James "Evil" Turner Inman)

'''2004-05:''' Tom Latter (Fringe Aug 2004: Matt Gray)

'''2003-04''' Kati Hind (Fringe Aug 2003: Jono Ellis)

'''2002-03''' Jay Adrianse (Fringe Aug 2002: Richard Hogg)

'''2001-02:''' Andy Edmonstone (Fringe Aug 2001: Andy Edmonstone)

'''2000-01''' Felicity Robertson (Fringe Aug 2000: Becks Whiteman)

'''1999-2000:''' Frank Turnbull (Fringe Aug 1999: ...)

'''1998-99:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1998: ...)

'''1997-98:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1997: ...)

'''1996-97:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1996: ...)

'''1995-96:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1995: ...)

'''1994-95:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1994: ...)

'''1993-94:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1993: ...)

'''1992-93:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1992: ...)

'''1991-92''' Malachy Rice (Fringe Aug 1991: ...)

'''1990-91:''' Al Broom (Fringe Aug 1990: ...)

'''1989-90:''' Ian Marlee (Fringe Aug 1989: Claire England)

'''1988-89:''' Jo bullard (Fringe Aug 1988: ...)

'''1987-88:''' Richard Dixon (Fringe Aug 1987: ...)

'''1986-87:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1986: ...)

'''1985-86:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1985: ...)

'''1984-85:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1984: ...)

'''1983-84:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1983: ...)

'''1982-83:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1982: ...)

'''1981-82:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1981: ...)

'''1980-81:''' ... (Fringe Aug 1980: ...)

'''1980:''' EUTC moves into Bedlam as a temporary home.

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Uploaded to EUTC Wiki by Al the techie 03/2006

Techbox

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[[Image:Techbox.jpg|right|thumb|350px|The Techbox]]

This is the domain of the Techies and it contains the [[Sound Rack|Amps]], [[Sound Desk]], [[Lighting Desk]] and other assorted stuff. Technically (ho ho) we shouldn’t store anything on the top of the tech box but it is quite a useful place so just try to be careful with it. You can walk on the top of the tech box but try to stand on the beams. The panic alarm is connected to the white boxes along the front of the tech box and will flash red if it' activated. If this happens run down to the box office to help them. These boxes flash green for normal phonecalls.

== Guide to Techbox ==

There are lots of cool and shinny things in the techbox

As you enter the techbox from stage right, under the desk is a power transformer that powers the intercoms, [[doorbell]] and panic alarm see [[communication]]

On top of the desk is the [[Lighting Desk]] including central unit, monitor, keyboard and the faders.

Behind the lighting desk is a whole load of boxes
*the first black box controls the doorbell. When the yellow LED is lit, the [[doorbell]] will work, flick the switch and it doesn't
*the next box ...

== History of Techbox==

The techbox was built ''bla bla bla'', Floor was instaled to stop people falling ''blab bla bla funny story, we all laugh -this should probably be done by someone that was around at the time''. Helena then repainted the techbox in 2008. Good for her.

== Recarpeting the Tech Box==

The Tech Box was recarpeted by Heather and Claire during fringe 2005. This made the tech box a lovely place top be for about 3 seconds before it got minging again. Seriously, it looks fab now, if anyone ever does it again they may find a happy letter under one of the tiles.

Workshop

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'''Introduction'''
[[Image:Circular_saw.jpg|thumb|right]]

The workshop is, allegedly, where [[set]] and [[Guide_to_Building#Props_Cupboard|props]] and other stuff is built yet because it's so often full of set or just random crap (set) it doesn't get used for this and is instead used for storing random crap (set).

The workshop sprung into existence in 2005/6.

The workshop was tidied to the point of near usability over Christmas 2007/08 by Mal, Larking and some other good folks. There are now specific storage areas for plywood (both large sheets and small sheet) and more or less comprehensive system for storing the wood in a more or less neat and organised way. Plus, there's now loads of workbench space, new shelves, draws and so on. Lots of stuff was thrown out and 3-4 bags full of dust was removed. It felt good.

The floor of the workshop is clear as off January 7th 2008. Entropy will take over - shout at anyone that contributes to the chaos of the universe.

The hole in the floor was fixed on January 6th 2008. It's not super strong but should be fine. Don't push your luck. There's nothing beneath that section of the floor except the very thin plasterboard ceiling. Going through it would be bad. Do not be tempted. Honestly, it's more likely that the floorboards around the hole will fail before the plywood and it's supports do.

Future improvements will hopefully include more and better [[tools]] and most importantly: dust extraction. Yay.

The tool cupboard lives up here and contains lots of useful stuff, the trick I've found to keeping stuff from walking is to pick any unattended tools and put them in whether they belong to Bedlam or not, this way you’ve got tools and if people notice that their tools have joined the collective they can retrieve them. The locked [[FOB]] tool box lives up here as well. The tools must be signed out by the [[stage manager]] wishing to use them, and there is a checklist to be used when the tools are returned to make sure they're all there. Anything missing must be replaced or deposit cheques should be taken. This is a nice general supply of tools, so be really tough about keeping them in order.

The cupboard on the back of the [[techbox]] is a useful place to store stuff, it locks and only the key holders can open it if it were ever locked.

===Wood Store===

[[Image:WoodStore.jpg|right|thumb|250px|The wood store and workshop]]

The wood storage area is possibly dangerous because there’s lots of flammable stuff exposed.