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Support Shuswap Theatre
Posted: August 23, 2010
A vibrant arts community is an important element in the soul of any city. You can help to enhance the contribution live theatre makes to our community. One great way is to get involved in some aspect of our productions or operations. To make a start click here. Another important way is to make a monetary donation to Shuswap Theatre through the nonprofit service Canada Helps (what is Canada Helps?). We welcome donations in any amount. You will receive a tax deductible receipt immediately after your online donation.
If you prefer, send a cheque to:
The Treasurer
Shuswap Theatre Society
PO Box 2432
Salmon Arm BC V1E 4R4
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2010/ Season and Subscriptions
Posted: August 31, 2010
Our 34th season is now set. You can read all about the planned productions in our brochure.
Season's tickets are now on sale for the 2010/11 season. Download the subscription form here.
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Improv
Shuswap Theatre’s Improv group will meet on September 14 to begin their Fall sessions. Everyone is invited to come out to these hilarious evenings. No experience is necessary. Catch all the info on our Facebook Page http://www.facebook.com/pages/Salmon-Arm-BC/Shuswap-Theatre
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Next Members Meeting
Posted: July 31, 2010
The next meeting of Shuswap Theatre Society is the Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, September 21 at 7:00pm at the Theatre. All members are urged to attend this important meeting. If you would like to nominate yourself or someone else to serve on the Board, please contact John MacVicar, the returning officer at 250-832-4264.
Click here for minutes of previous meetings.
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Job Descriptions
| DIRECTOR |
The director has the overall responsibility of the entire production and has full artistic and technical control from auditions through to the striking of the set. |
| PRODUCER |
The “manager” of a production; responsible for everything that does not happen on stage; finds the crews, oversees the budget, solves problems as they occur. |
| LOBBY DISPLAY CREATOR |
Arranges a photo image record of the making of the production in the Lobby. This job is sometimes done by the Photographer. |
| PHOTOGRAPHER |
Takes photos of the cast and crew as well as production and publicity shots. |
| POSTER DESIGNER |
Prepares the art and design of the poster for a production; arranges for printing and modification of artwork to fit other print needs, e.g. the program, flyers. |
| PROGRAMME DESIGNER |
Obtains artwork from poster designer; gathers necessary information from producer and arranges for editing, proofing and printing. |
| ACTOR |
Obtains script and reads it to be familiar with the story line and characters & fill out audition sheet. If cast in the show, follows guidelines as set by Society and Director. |
| PROPS MANAGER |
Responsible for acquiring all the items on stage that actors pick up or carry on. |
| STAGE MANAGER |
In charge of the physical stage area; makes schedules and records blocking; oversees and works with all technical crews; responsible for the show as soon as the run starts. |
| STAGE CREW |
Changes scenery and props between scenes; creates special effects; assists with costume changes, performs any number of other backstage tasks. |
| COSTUME DESIGNER |
Fabricates the overall appearance of a character or performer. This involves researching, designing and building the actual items from conception. |
| COSTUME CREATOR |
Acquires, sews, alters costumes.
DRESSER –Backstage stage hand involved with quick costume changes and maintaining quality and look of the costumes during the performance. |
| HAIR STYLIST |
Arranges for hairstyles, hair pieces, wigs, curling iron, clips, combs, brushes, pins, hair colouring, spray, etc. |
| MAKEUP MANAGER |
Determines needs for each actor; checks/orders make up supplies if necessary. |
| MAKEUP ASSISTANT |
Works with Makeup Manager and applies make up during show. |
| LIGHTING DESIGNER |
Makes up rough lighting plot, light sources, mood of each scene, special lighting effects, etc. Creates lighting plot sheet , instrument schedule and gives to lighting technician. Advises and/or assists with any problems encountered by the technician. |
| LIGHTING OPERATOR |
Rigs and controls lights; sets up lighting equipment; works under direction of Lighting Designer. |
| SOUND DESIGNER |
Works with Director to create music and other sound cues. |
| SOUND OPERATOR |
Executes all sound-related aspects of show. |
| SPECIAL EFFECTS TECHNICIAN |
Responsible for any effects that cannot be achieved by the actors themselves, the lighting technician or the sound technician. |
| SET DESIGN |
In collaboration with the Director, designs the set or sets for the play, providing detailed drawings for the Set Construction crew and Set Décor crew. |
| SET DECOR |
Decorates set – including floor and wall coverings, furniture and all items that are not picked up by actors. |
| SET CONSTRUCTION LEADER |
Works with Set Designer, studies drawings, acquires materials, organizes work parties for the construction of the set. |
| SET CONSTRUCTION CREW |
Works in collaboration with Set Construction Leader to build and manufacture the set. |
| FRONT OF HOUSE COORDINATOR |
Responsible for the comfort and safety of the audience; purchases coffee supplies and snacks, schedules assistants for each evening, handles money etc. |
| FRONT OF HOUSE ASSISTANT |
Assists Front of House Co-ordinator; sells tickets and collects, serves coffee, assists patrons. |
| BAR MANAGER |
Responsible for purchasing supplies, license, setup and running of bar during Opening Night. Must have a “Serving it Right” Certificate. |
| ADVERTISING |
Co-ordinates the implementation of the production’s advertising budget with local media. |
| ARCHIVING |
Records information from past and present productions for inclusion on website. |
| COORDINATOR OF VOLUNTEERS |
Creates and maintains database of volunteers. |
| FUND RAISING |
Works to gather monetary donations or gifts in kind from the public and local corporations. |
| GRANT WRITING |
Finds sources of money that the theatre can try to access and then applies for the grants. |
| PROMOTING |
Acts as a voice to promote the Theatre company or production; press releases, public speaking engagements, attending events on behalf of the production, etc. |
| PUBLICITY |
Suggests to local media material for media coverage or provide the media with press releases. |
| SPECIAL EVENT PLANNING |
Creates, manages and provides special events on behalf of the theatre or current production. These might include the September “Open House”, Fall Fair Parade, Galas. |
| WEBSITE COMMITTEE MEMBER |
Acts as a liaison between the public, executive and web designer; ensures that accurate and timely information is provided and looks for ongoing opportunities to increase the effectiveness of the website. |
| WORKSHOP COORDINATOR |
Co-ordinates logistical and financial aspects of workshop, provide leadership and/or resources. |
| PROGRAMME SALESPERSON |
Solicits local business to buy advertisements for inclusion in season’s programmes. |
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