Production Guidelines - Lunchtimes - Revision history

129.215.45.166: /* Programmes */

2006-12-05T13:03:42Z

Programmes

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	Try not to leave these till the last minute so you have time to proof read them. Don’t forget to thank people who helped with the show, especially other Bedlam shows, the Committee etc (It's amazing what people will do for your show and be happy with a thankyou in the program!). 70 is a good number to print, + extras for cast/crew souvenirs.		Try not to leave these till the last minute so you have time to proof read them. Don’t forget to thank people who helped with the show, especially other Bedlam shows, the Committee etc (It's amazing what people will do for your show and be happy with a thankyou in the program!). 70 is a good number to print, + extras for cast/crew souvenirs.

	Remember to put the ~~Greyfriars~~ advert on the back and to go drinking there after the show.		Remember to put the Doctors advert on the back and to go drinking there after the show.

	==Staffing==		==Staffing==

81.129.64.2: /* Membership */

2006-11-29T20:15:48Z

Membership

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	==Membership==		==Membership==
	All members of your team, including actors, must be members or they will not be covered by our insurance and we will be in breach of the theatre licence. They must also be members to be on a show proposal form. Membership is only £5 and can be bought through the Secretary ~~(a passport size photo is required)~~. ~~NB Do not give the secretary more than £5 per person – they will drink it.~~		All members of your team, including actors, must be members or they will not be covered by our insurance and we will be in breach of the theatre licence. They must also be members to be on a show proposal form. Membership is only £5 and can be bought through the Secretary.


	==Buying stuff==		==Buying stuff==

88.108.154.108: /* Checklist */

2006-11-27T18:10:56Z

Checklist

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	* Stamp posters at Potterow for advertising in the university.		* Stamp posters at Potterow for advertising in the university.
	* Put up posters around Uni etc., and give some to the FOH Manager to go up in Bedlam		* Put up posters around Uni etc., and give some to the FOH Manager to go up in Bedlam
	* Programme must include ~~one page~~ advert for ~~Greyfriars Bobby~~. Check them with the Marketing Manager		* Programme must include advert for Doctors. Check them with the Marketing Manager
	* Enjoy the show… do the get-out… and drink at ~~Greyfriars~~ afterwards…		* Enjoy the show… do the get-out… and drink at Doctors afterwards…
	* Report back to company and debrief with Productions Manager		* Report back to company and debrief with Productions Manager

88.108.154.108: /* Health and Safety */

2006-11-27T18:07:33Z

Health and Safety

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	==Health and Safety==		==Health and Safety==
	Anyone in a position of responsibility, including producers, may be prosecuted if things go badly on the health and safety front.		Anyone in a position of responsibility, including producers, may be prosecuted if things go badly on the health and safety front.
	* ~~Record any accidents in~~ the ~~accident book. This~~ is in the ~~filing rack behind the Box Office desk~~.		* Make sure you follow the general health and safety policy, a copy is in the main office.
	* ~~Don’t let people on~~ the ~~balconies~~ or in the ~~tech box unless necessary~~.		* If you are doing anything dangerous or unusual such as flying set, or staging a sword fight you must fill out a risk assesment to show how you will minimise any risks. Ask the theatre manager if you need any help or advice.
			* Record any accidents in the accident book and inform the theatre manager.

	==Pieces of paper==		==Pieces of paper==

88.108.154.108: /* Being in the building */

2006-11-27T17:58:19Z

Being in the building

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	==Being in the building==		==Being in the building==
	* Access – If no-one is in the building ~~or working at Bobby’s~~ then there is a set of keys at the front desk at Teviot which can be collected by the director or producer (though you may need some form of ID to get them). Return them ASAP. If you have a problem getting in, phone the theatre manager or president. Don’t leave the building until you’ve let in at least one person from the next show due to rehearse. If you are the last person out make sure the door is double locked. Use the Teviot key if you need to, just make sure you return it.		* Access – If no-one is in the building then there is a set of keys at the front desk at Teviot which can be collected by the director or producer (though you may need some form of ID to get them). Return them ASAP. If you have a problem getting in, phone the theatre manager or president. Don’t leave the building until you’ve let in at least one person from the next show due to rehearse. If you are the last person out make sure the door is double locked. Use the Teviot key if you need to, just make sure you return it.
			You should also use the duty managers keys to unlock the padlocks on the fire exit and main door, so in an emergancy you can get out. If your last out make sure you lock the padlocks.
	* Lights – the switches are in the box to your right as you enter from the side door. The workers should provide sufficient light for rehearsing. Only use other lights if you know what you are doing and turn them all off afterwards.		* Lights – the switches are in the box to your right as you enter from the side door. The workers should provide sufficient light for rehearsing. Only use other lights if you know what you are doing and turn them all off afterwards.
	* Smoking – NO SMOKING ANYWHERE.		* Smoking – NO SMOKING ANYWHERE INSIDE. Please don't leave cigarette butts on the floor by the side door.
	* Tidiness – put your rubbish in the bin! If you leave the place in mess the FOH Manager can get a cleaner in and put it on your budget…		* Tidiness – put your rubbish in the bin! If you leave the place in mess the FOH Manager can get a cleaner in and put it on your budget…

88.108.154.108: /* Get-Out */

2006-11-27T17:51:00Z

Get-Out

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	==Get-Out==		==Get-Out==
	This should happen immediately after the performance. Make sure all your cast and crew stay around to help and it will all be over much more quickly. Even if they have no idea about tech or set the cast can still make themselves useful carrying stuff and tidying up. When the get-out is complete, take everyone along to ~~Bobby’s~~.		This should happen immediately after the performance. Make sure all your cast and crew stay around to help and it will all be over much more quickly. Even if they have no idea about tech or set the cast can still make themselves useful carrying stuff and tidying up. When the get-out is complete, take everyone along to Doctors.

	==Costume==		==Costume==

129.215.149.97: /* Fire, firearms and smoking */

2006-11-20T15:34:55Z

Fire, firearms and smoking

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	* Naked flames/candles/pyrotechnics – can only be used with permission from the fire brigade and the Theatre Manager.		* Naked flames/candles/pyrotechnics – can only be used with permission from the fire brigade and the Theatre Manager.
	* Lasers – these need permission from the council which can take up to two months to come through.		* Lasers – these need permission from the council which can take up to two months to come through.
	* Smoking – ~~this~~ is ~~only~~ allowed ~~on stage as part of the performance or dress, the cigarette must be lit on stage with a self-extinguishing lighter (i~~.e. ~~not a zippo) and extinguished before leaving, an ashtray containing damp sand or KY Jelly must be on the stage~~.		* Smoking – This is not allowed. Ever. So don't even think about it! Except outside. Outside is ok
	* Firearms – these need permission from the police. This can take some time so ask early. Speak to the Theatre Manager		* Firearms – these need permission from the police. This can take some time so ask early. Speak to the Theatre Manager
	* Theatrical weapons - do not need permission from the police, but have nasty regulations surrounding transportation etc. Check with the Theatre Manager if you are unsure. The Bedlam has a Smith & Wesson cowboy style pistol and for general ease can be used instead of traipsing round Edinburgh looking for one. Speak to the Theatre Manager if you want to use and be aware that they may ask to put a box of blanks on your budget.		* Theatrical weapons - do not need permission from the police, but have nasty regulations surrounding transportation etc. Check with the Theatre Manager if you are unsure. The Bedlam has a Smith & Wesson cowboy style pistol and for general ease can be used instead of traipsing round Edinburgh looking for one. Speak to the Theatre Manager if you want to use and be aware that they may ask to put a box of blanks on your budget.

	Weapons, real or theatrical, should only be used on the stage.		Weapons, real or theatrical, should only be used on the stage.


	==Get-Out==		==Get-Out==

129.215.149.97: /* Second Performance */

2006-11-20T15:33:20Z

Second Performance

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	==Second Performance==		==Second Performance==
	These are usually on the ~~wednesday~~ evening, or on the saturday if it’s a mainterm week. If you want one you should approach the committee at least three weeks before the show. They then decide if you have sound grounds for a second performance, for example an alternative ending or other artistic reason. Their decision is announced at the next company meeting, though the company can overturn this decision.		These are usually on the Thursday evening, or on the saturday if it’s a mainterm week. If you want one you should approach the committee at least three weeks before the show. They then decide if you have sound grounds for a second performance, for example an alternative ending or other artistic reason. Their decision is announced at the next company meeting, though the company can overturn this decision.


	==Press and Publicity==		==Press and Publicity==

Colleen: /* Being in the building */

2006-03-31T21:55:28Z

Being in the building

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	* Access – If no-one is in the building or working at Bobby’s then there is a set of keys at the front desk at Teviot which can be collected by the director or producer (though you may need some form of ID to get them). Return them ASAP. If you have a problem getting in, phone the theatre manager or president. Don’t leave the building until you’ve let in at least one person from the next show due to rehearse. If you are the last person out make sure the door is double locked. Use the Teviot key if you need to, just make sure you return it.		* Access – If no-one is in the building or working at Bobby’s then there is a set of keys at the front desk at Teviot which can be collected by the director or producer (though you may need some form of ID to get them). Return them ASAP. If you have a problem getting in, phone the theatre manager or president. Don’t leave the building until you’ve let in at least one person from the next show due to rehearse. If you are the last person out make sure the door is double locked. Use the Teviot key if you need to, just make sure you return it.
	* Lights – the switches are in the box to your right as you enter from the side door. The workers should provide sufficient light for rehearsing. Only use other lights if you know what you are doing and turn them all off afterwards.		* Lights – the switches are in the box to your right as you enter from the side door. The workers should provide sufficient light for rehearsing. Only use other lights if you know what you are doing and turn them all off afterwards.
	* Smoking – ~~you can only smoke in the office and café.~~ NO SMOKING ~~on the balconies, tech box, costume cupboard, entrance hall or on stage (unless in a dress rehearsal or performance)~~.		* Smoking – NO SMOKING ANYWHERE.
	* Tidiness – put your rubbish in the bin! If you leave the place in mess the FOH Manager can get a cleaner in and put it on your budget…		* Tidiness – put your rubbish in the bin! If you leave the place in mess the FOH Manager can get a cleaner in and put it on your budget…


	==Health and Safety==		==Health and Safety==

88.108.75.225: /* Debriefing */ -These and all other edits by me are just "de-Ogg-ing"

2006-03-12T09:55:49Z

Debriefing: -These and all other edits by me are just "de-Ogg-ing"

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	==Debriefing==		==Debriefing==
	You must attend the ~~monday~~ company meeting after the performance of the show to report to the company and to fill out a debriefing form with the Productions Manager. This is your chance to talk about what worked or didn’t and for you and Committee members to raise and discuss any problems.		You must attend the Monday company meeting after the performance of the show to report to the company and to fill out a debriefing form with the Productions Manager. This is your chance to talk about what worked or didn’t and for you and Committee members to raise and discuss any problems.


	==Archives==		==Archives==