Download Casting Information - St. James Community Theatre

Casting Information
St. James Community Theatre
Production Fee
A non-refundable fee of $60 per individual (max $130 per family) is required at the first
production meeting, April 30th at 7 PM. This fee covers royalties, initial production expenses, etc.
Make checks payable to: St. James Theatre Productions (cash or checks only)
Scripts and/or musical scripts will be available at the first production meeting. Please place in a
three-ring binder. Fees not paid by 2 weeks after the first meeting may cause you to be cut from
the cast.
Rehearsals
Rehearsals will start on time so everyone can get home at a reasonable hour. You will receive a
rehearsal schedule at the first cast meeting. Schedule changes do occur and will be communicated
via email. Written notice of schedule conflicts must be given to all the Assistant Director as soon
as possible. Excessive absences may be grounds for dismissal. All cast members must attend all
production week rehearsals and all performances, and strikes.
Costumes
While some costumes for the show may be rented or sewn by seamstresses, some costumes are
made or altered by cast members. Patterns, materials, and instructions will be provided. All
costumes sewn using St. James materials will remain the property of St. James Theatre. You may
be asked to supply some of your own accessories, shoes, etc. which will be returned to you.
Volunteering Commitment*
All cast members must contribute 14 volunteer hours to the production. This may be accomplished
with their own involvement or the involvement of a friend or family member on their behalf. Some
opportunities to fulfill this requirement include ticket sales, selling ads for the playbill, set
building, sewing, or family working house management. There will be additional information
available at the first production meeting. All cast members will be assigned clean up duty for 2
performances.
Each family will be asked to donate a case of water and candy for the concession area.
Fun Production Activities
Beyond producing the best possible show, we are also here to have a good time. We will plan
several production activities during the run of rehearsals and performances. Some of these special
events may include pizza party, an all-cast mass and potluck dinner and may require some
additional financial contribution. Family is always welcome at these events! St. James Theatre
bears no responsibility for non-sanctioned events.
*PARENTS/LEGAL GUARDIANS OF CAST MEMBERS UNDER 18
For cast members under the age of 18, the Volunteering hours MUST be fulfilled by
a parent chaperoning 3 rehearsals and at least 3 shows. Sign up dates will be
available at the first production meeting. Dates will be assigned if no dates are
selected. Parents MUST attend their scheduled time or arrange for a sub. All cast
members will be assigned clean up duty for 2 performances.
Following these rules will ensure a great production and a great time for everyone!
4/01/15