Table of Contents

– Abstract

– My Role

– Calendar/ Important Dates

– Deliverables

– Contacts

Abstract

Throughout my semesters in the Entertainment Technology department at NYCCT, I have gained knowledge as well as experience in Stage Management. For my culmination, I would like to demonstrate the skills I have developed, by stage-managing the Theatreworks Fall 2015 production of “Forged in Fire.” The piece is written by Okello Sam, founder of the Hope North School in Uganda. The production tells the hardships of his past and gives insight to the harsh lives of some Ugandans. The production will be a fundraiser for the children of Hope North, with the help of The Cause and Effect Agency.

This project appeals to me because I believe it will add to my experiences stage-managing a variety of productions. I am excited most; about the challenge this production poses due to the cultural differences from NYC to Uganda, where the piece and talent originate. This project also is unlike some of the theater pieces I have worked on, because it is not only a work of art, but also a way to help children that are in need. The Hope North School focuses partially on Art, Theater and Music, as a way of helping its students express themselves.

My Role

– Maintain a Safe and comfortable environment

– Assist Director

– Set Up/ Run Rehearsals

– Record Blocking/ Notes/ Changes

– Maintain/ Distribute a schedule

– Keep open communication

– Run Technical Rehearsals

– Oversee Tech Crew / Actors

– Call Cues

Important Dates

– October 6^th, 2014- Receive initial information/ First Reading of Script

– November 6^th, 2014 – Second Reading of Script

– February 3rd, 2015 – Pre-Production: Prop List

– March 31^st, 2015 – Forged in Fire Onstage

– May 16^th, 2015 – STRIKE Forged in Fire

Show Dates and Times to be specified

Deliverables

During my time stage-managing this production I plan to deliver the following:

– Production Binder

– Blocking of Scenes / Cues

– Meeting Notes

– Production Meeting Notes

– Contact Information

– Scene Design/ Ground plans

– Prop Lists/ Wardrobe Notes

– Sound/ Lighting Notes for Run

– Calendar

– Crew contact Info/ Schedule

– Successful Calling of Cues to Board Operators/ Crew

– Act as a liaison between Director Kevin Free and Talent Okello Sam

– Prompt Rehearsal and Performance Reports

Contacts (will update as added)