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Production Crew

The Production Crew is open to all interested students at Springfield Township Middle School. 

The only prerequisite is a desire to learn, explore, meet new people, and collaborate!

 

Scroll down for descriptions to each position.  

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STAGE MANAGERS                                                                (2) 8th Graders

The Stage Manager works in tandem with the Director in rehearsal, recording the blocking and seeing that cast members stay on script, have necessary props, and follow the staging. As the blocking and set change cues are developed, the stage manager meticulously records the timing of each as it relates to the script and other aspects of the performance. All notes are maintained in a prompt book which contains all cues, technical notes, blocking and other information pertinent to the show. During the show the Stage Manager is responsible for communication between the director, actors and back stage crew. This job is perfect for a super organized, responsible student who can multitask in a fast paced environment, and keep track of lots of details.

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ASST STAGE MGRS                                                          (1-2) 6th & 7th Graders

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The Assistant Stage Manager is responsible for keeping track of cast members, sets and miscellaneous details during rehearsals and production of a stage performance as directed by the Stage Managers. They also attend all rehearsals and assist the Stage Manager in any assignments given.

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PROPERTY CREW                                                                      (6) All Grades

Research, gather, create, and organize props needed for the show. Ahead of tech week, they organize the prop shelves backstage, ensuring that props are accounted for and found with fidelity. This is a great role if you are artistic and creative. Additionally, the props team only needs to meet for a handful of afterschool meetings; they are not needed during tech week or performances. They may usher during performances if they wish.

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COSTUME CREW                                                                   (3-4) All Grades

Assists the Costume Designers, Ms. Jo and Ms. Martinez, with all aspects of costuming the show. This may involve organizing and stocking the drama closet, assisting with moving costumes in and out of the drama closet for each show, assisting with distribution of costume pieces and return of costume pieces from the actors. They ensure that all costume pieces are accounted for and in good working order at the end of each show, assist actors with any required quick changes either on or near the stage and any other costume related needs of the show.

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MAKE-UP CREW                                                                    (3-4) All Grades

Assists with all aspects of make-up and hair for the show. Duties may include applying make-up, styling hair, assisting with keeping the make-up area and application tools clean and in good working order, assisting with any make-up and or hair/wig changes during the show and any other make-up related needs of the show.

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LIGHT BOARD OPERATORS                                             (2) All Grades

Responsible for operating the light board during all performances. Performs daily light checks at the beginning of all technical rehearsals and performance call times to ensure that all lighting equipment is working properly.

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SPOT LIGHT CREW                                                                         (4) All Grades

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Assist with the spot lights during all performances. Responsible for
keeping the spot lights in working condition. Address any problems that might occur during a performance and report to the director.

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SOUND BOARD OPERATORS                                           (2) All Grades

Responsible for operating the sound board during all performances. This includes all body and stage mics and the performance soundtrack required to provide sound for the show. Performs daily sound checks at the beginning of all technical rehearsals and performance call times to ensure that all sound equipment is operating properly.

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MIC HANDLERS                                                                              (2) All Grades

Ensures microphones are placed on the correct actors and turned on. Check and maintain fully charged batteries for all mics. 

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MUSIC-LAPTOP (SOUND EFFECTS/MUSIC)                    (2) All Grades

Operate the sound effects and music for all rehearsals and shows. Ensures precise timing of cues during performances.

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RUNNERS                                                                           (4) All Grades

Ensure backstage safety and manage set changes during rehearsals and performances. Cleans the stage at call-time and reset the stage to "pre-show" setting after each performance.

©1992 by STMS Drama Association.

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