CREW REQUIREMENTS

Load in:

• 2 crew to help with get in. Approximately 15 minutes.
• Sound Technician – one (1) for 2 (two) hours.
• Lighting Technicians – two (2) for two (2) hours.

These times assume the lighting plot is hung and the cues programmed in the board. The actors and SM will put the set together which will take less than 30 minutes.

For show call:

• One (1) LX operator for a 50-60 minute show.

We also ask that the LX operator be a “problem solver” in case the SM falls into trouble with sound during the show.

Strike & Load out:

• 2 crew to help load to touring vehicle.
• The actors and SM will take the set apart which will take less than 30 minutes.

STAGING REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum dimensions: 9m wide x 8m deep x 5 m high (27 ft. x 24 ft. x 15 ft). (We have some flexibility to reduce playing area.)
• Orchestra pit up. We set up as far downstage as possible.
• Masking - Mid or upstage traveler drawn or other black masking required behind set with a minimum 2 m wide (6ft) crossover between our set and your traveler.
• Tables and Chairs - Three (3) armless, folding chairs .

SOUND REQUIREMENTS

• Sound position is preferred to be in house but can be in a booth. Sound can be operated by our SM or called to a sound operator.
• Two (2) stereo line-ins for up to two (2) minidisk players.
• Three (3) single line-ins for three (3) lavaliere microphones. Performers may be miked, depending on acoustics.
• Three (3) clearcom positions: lx board operator, sound board operator (SM) and backstage for the actors in case of emergency.

We tour with our own mini-disc players (1 or 2) and lavaliere microphones (3). We can use the theatre’s MD player but it must have the auto pause feature.

LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS

• A lighting plot is available upon request if you have not already received one in your technical package.

Please note that the entire show can also be performed in a warm wash if time or budget does not allow the full plot.

COMPANY REQUIREMENTS

• There is a cast of three (3) performers and one (1) stage manager.
• Two (2) dressing rooms for three (3) persons. They should be clean, lit, lockable and ready for the performers upon their arrival. The performers also need washrooms easily accessible to the stage.

HOSPITALITY REQUIREMENTS

• Bottled water and juice should be made available.
• A light meal is to be provided (eg: fruit/veggie platter, sandwiches).

PROGRAMME COPY AND PUBLICITY

• Complete programme information will be mailed to the Presenter for inclusion in a house programme, which the Presenter will print at his/her expense. In all posters, flyers and programmes printed billing must indicate “AN AXIS THEATRE COMPANY PRODUCTION” and are subject to approval by Axis Theatre Company.