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Rehearsal Expectations and Contract - ITW

This rehearsal contract outlines expectations for the production of "Into the Woods" from February 22nd to April 4th. It details policies regarding [1] respect, safety, and zero tolerance for bullying; [2] attendance, communication of lateness or absences, and consequences; and [3] COVID-19 safety protocols including required masks, distancing, sanitization, and virtual participation for those with symptoms. Understudies are expected to observe all rehearsals and note-take. Actors must have scripts, be off-book by March 16th, and avoid alcohol/drugs before rehearsals.

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Rehearsal Expectations and Contract - ITW

This rehearsal contract outlines expectations for the production of "Into the Woods" from February 22nd to April 4th. It details policies regarding [1] respect, safety, and zero tolerance for bullying; [2] attendance, communication of lateness or absences, and consequences; and [3] COVID-19 safety protocols including required masks, distancing, sanitization, and virtual participation for those with symptoms. Understudies are expected to observe all rehearsals and note-take. Actors must have scripts, be off-book by March 16th, and avoid alcohol/drugs before rehearsals.

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Rehearsal Expectations and Contract

Show: INTO THE WOODS


Contract Dates: February 22-April 4th

1. Respect yourself. If you feel unsafe, say so. Your physical and emotional safety is
important.

2. Respect others. There is a zero-tolerance policy in this rehearsal process.


Absolutely no bullying, cyber-bullying, or disrespectful behavior of any kind. Do not
discuss personal details of others’ experiences outside of the rehearsal space. If
the director should hear or witness any of the above behavior, they have the right
to replace you.

3. Be on time. If you are going to be late for any reason, call Tate Clemens at (+1 (913)
981-3522). If you are late more than 2 times without communication, the director has
the right to replace you.

4. Dress appropriately and come with your voices and bodies warmed-up and ready
to rehearse. If you are unable to do the work, you run the risk of being taken out of
that number/scene.

5. Understudies are expected at rehearsal anytime the character they are


understudying is called. Understudies will observe blocking and choreography and
take notes, so they are prepared to go in at any given moment. Due to COVID-19
social distance guidelines, understudies will not always be allowed onstage and may
be expected to watch rehearsals via Zoom. Understudies may be called for
separate rehearsals with the assistant director.

6. Always have your script, a notebook and a pencil to take notes. Do not use phones,
laptops, or other communication devices while in rehearsal, even while the director
is giving notes at the end of the night. You may use them on your breaks, but you
are expected to be present while rehearsing.

a. Due to the structure of this show, there will be nights where you will have
down time at rehearsals. The characters weave in and out of scenes
constantly. Please feel free to work on homework or other things you need
to get done while you are not being used onstage. You are free to use other
spaces in the building to work, but make sure to check in with the stage
manager and stay close so you are in PAH when you are needed.

7. Actors are expected to be off book by March 16th.

8. Do not show up to any rehearsal, tech rehearsal, or performance experiencing the


effects or aftereffects of any drug or alcohol. This breaks rules in the Drake
Theatre Department and Drake University Student handbooks and will be dealt with
accordingly.

9. You are expected to be available Monday-Friday from 6PM-10PM during the


rehearsal process. Any absences must be approved by the director beforehand. If
you miss a rehearsal without approval, the director has the right to replace you.

10.The director reserves the right to adjust the rehearsal schedule at any time but will
always give a 12-hour notice.

11.Actors will assume they are called for a TBD rehearsal unless otherwise notified.

12.Actors are asked to acknowledge their own background, culture, and lived
experience. The actor will work with the director to facilitate an understanding
when approaching the work that enhances and celebrates their own culture and
identity of self. The actor will work hard to expand out of their own lens when
needed and hold space for their personal and artistic growth, as well as the growth
of your castmates.

13.Actors will engage in open, supportive, non-judgmental conversation with your


collaborators about how to safely stage and engage in intimacy, without losing the
fire of creativity.

14.Button/Self-Care Cue - actors will establish intimacy guidelines to be implemented in


rehearsals.

15. Special COVID-19 Protocol: The Singer’s Mask will be required at all rehearsals.
Actors will practice proper social distancing of at least 6-9 feet and avoid all
personal contact. Anyone present in the rehearsal space must wear a face mask at
all times – no exceptions. Doing so is not only a requirement in this rehearsal space
but is also a campus-wide policy. I will ask those who choose not to wear a mask to
leave the theatre and, following guidance from the Provost’s office, I will alert the
dean of students’ office. As a last resort, if a person without a mask refuses to
leave class, I will contact Drake Public Safety. Everyone must sanitize upon entry to
the rehearsal space and have their temperature taken before stepping into the
room. No personal belongings will be allowed in the rehearsal space (except for a
water bottle, script and note-taking device). Should you start to experience COVID-
19 symptoms, do not come to the rehearsal space. Please contact the stage
manager immediately to inform them you will be participating in rehearsals via
Zoom.

STUDENT SIGNATURE __________________________________

DATE ________________________________________________

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