A REMINDER ABOUT SOME GOLDEN RULES OF THE THEATRE Rule # 1 -
Have Fun!
Theatre Safety
The increasing complexity and size of GAOS productions
requires each of us to take even greater responsibility for the
safety of those around us. This means cast, crew and audience.
The following are important reminders to help us keep GAOS a fun
and secure place to be.
Remember these lines -
| Always think - "Safety is my responsibility" |
It's the same rule for everybody. Cast, Front Of House,
Crew and every GAOS member. |
| Cast and Crew in-theatre conduct. |
Walk Don't Run.
Look out for safety hazards. Keep walkways and corridors clear
Observe the GOLDEN RULES.
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| Know your environment. |
Move carefully in darkened spaces. Be aware of what is above,
behind and below you |
| Work within your abilities. |
Avoid lifting or moving items you feel are too heavy. Ask
for help.
Don't use equipment you are uncertain of, particularly
power tools and theatre installations that are new to you.
Get advice first.
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| Cables and electrical equipment. |
Do not touch any object that is hot, sparking, or smouldering.
Report hazards immediately to SM or a lighting team member. |
| Spillages and sharp objects |
Clean up any spillage immediately. Or report it at once
to a Crew member.
Clear away tools, and working materials as you go along. Screws,
nails and splinters are dangerous.
Step around and not on to dismantled scenery, cables, ropes
etc.
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| Safety Equipment |
Hard hats, gloves and first aid boxes are available; Be
familiar with their whereabouts. Use them as necessary. |
| Protect your friends. |
Don't be shy or embarrassed to point out safety mistakes
and hazards to others. |
| Alcohol |
Stay sober. Be clear headed. Be in control. |
| Smoking |
Smoking is generally prohibited or limited to specific areas.
Respect those GAOS members who may be concerned for their
voices and / or health. |
| Drinks on stage |
It is generally prohibited to take drinks on stage due to
risk of spillages etc. You will be told when it is acceptable
and when not. |
| Stage Manager |
Ultimately responsible for all aspects of theatre safety.
Cast and Crew will be instructed about Safety at the Dress
Rehearsal handover. The SM's word is law.
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Theatre Etiquette
Players
| Personal jewellery (e.g. rings, necklaces) & watches |
Remove these before going on stage, unless they are officially
designated as 'props' |
| Glasses |
Consider participating without your glasses, unless they
are needed for your well being. |
| Once you are in costume and/or made-up.... |
Do not go front-of-house. It will reduce
the 'mystery' of the performance. If you need to contact someone,
send a friend! |
| Callers |
A Caller's role is to organise you when the time comes to
go on stage. Listen to them, and please do what they ask,
when they ask. They too are under instructions, from the Stage
Manager. If you have a problem with their requests, do not
ignore them. Instead, speak later to the Stage Manager. |
Stage Crew
| Dress code |
All black or near black (designs on T-shirts, etc. excepted),
including footwear. |
| Torches |
Be careful where you aim torches backstage, as they may
be visible to the audience. In particular, try not to aim
them directly at the closed front curtain, as the light may
show underneath |
Front Of House
| Auditorium doors/passage of latecomers |
The door from the auditorium should remain closed throughout
the performance. This reduces the disruption of audience members
and also avoids distraction of the players. |
All
| Valuables |
We cannot and do not guarantee the security of valuables.
So, do not bring valuable objects, music players, large amounts
of money, etc. to the theatre. |
| Noise |
Too much noise becomes an intrusion, disturbing both players
and the audience. Please do what you can to keep it to a minimum,
and in particular please help boisterous children to keep
calm and to not run about |
| The main curtain |
Do not touch the main curtain during a show unless absolutely
necessary. In particular, NEVER open the
curtain to look out at the audience, for example to see if
a relative or guest is there. Go out to front of house in
person, or if in costume and/or made up, ask a friend to go
for you.
During pantomimes, please do not 'play' through the curtain
with children (or anyone else!) on the apron, even though
it looks to be fun.
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| After the show is over ... |
It doesn't finish with the last curtain call! Everyone
is expected to help clear up the theatre after the last performance - fill
in your name on a sign-up sheet. |
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