Transcript Technical Theatre

Technical Theatre
Behind the curtain
Producer
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In charge of the $$ - raising or providing
it. Because they take the most risk they
make the most money (if the show is
successful) and make the major
decisions about who is hired and how
much should be spent in each area.
Director
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In charge of the artistic “look” of the
show. Usually considered 2nd in
commend of a production. Makes
decisions like who will be cast and what
color scheme will be.
Technical Director
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In charge of the technical elements of
the show. Makes sure they happen on
time, under budget, and safely. Will
consult with the director frequently.
Vocal Director
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In charge of any singing that happens.
Makes sure the performers know the
music and lyrics and “style” of the song.
Conductor
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In charge of the rehearsal and
performance of the instrumental
musicians in the “pit”. Will lead the
orchestra during the production’s actual
performance.
Choreographer
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In charge of any dance (sometimes also
called “traffic patterns”) in a production.
Business Manager
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In charge of keeping track of the $$.
How it is spent, in what categories, pays
bills, and runs payroll.
Designers
(Set/Costume/Lighting/Sound/Hair/Makeup/Properties)
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In charge of the creating the “look” of
items on the stage. Director will have
the final say of whether designs are
going to “fly” or not.
Production Stage Manager
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In charge of taking any technical notes
during rehearsal. Assistant to the
Technical Director.
Company Stage Manager
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In charge of the actors during rehearsal
process. Assistant to the Director.
Musicians
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In charge of playing musical
accompaniment during a production.
Dance Captain
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Assistant to the Choreographer. Makes
sure the dances stay “clean” and the
actors are moving correctly.
House Manager
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In charge of the audience’s comfort
during a performance and in charge of
tickets before a performance.
Publicity Manager
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Makes sure audience members are
aware a production is being shown:
time, price, etc.
Master Carpenter
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In charge of building the set (with crew)
Master Electrician
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Hangs and focuses the lights, as well as
putting lighting cues into the lighting
board.
Sound Engineer
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In charge of all sound equipment (mics,
cd player, speakers, etc) and sound
cues.
Properties Manager
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Buys, borrows, rents, or builds all
“props” used in the production.
Organizes and maintains them
throughout the production.
Wardrobe Mistress
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Builds, borrows, rents, or buys all
costumes (and accessories) needed in
a production. Will also maintain (wash)
or repair costumes throughout show’s
run.
Make-up/Hair Manager
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Designs and helps actors to re-create
(each night) the necessary make-up
and/or hair applications.
Cast/Actors
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Learns lines, blocking, and
characterization necessary to fulfill
character(s) hired to play.
Ushers
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Takes tickets and assists seating
audience in proper seat. Will also deal
with minor audience issues.
Running/Crews
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Builds