Problem #2: For the next assignment, our task was to be in charge for the scenic crew in an upcoming show. Like the previous assignment, we had three groups working as technical directors for the show. The details of the assignment include a large deck with a floor elevation from 3′ to 6′-4″. The deck is built for two shows 8 days after the Haunted Hotel. The first event is a band concert while the other is a talent show. The band members wants the floor to be painted based on their main logo. The talent show on the other hand also wants a painted deck in black. Other components include two staircases for the deck. For the project itself, me and Colin were responsible for many things. 1. Create a working schedule for the scenic crew/build. 2. Figure out how to deal with the construction and painting of the deck. 3. Dealing with the construction and painting of the staircases. 4. Drafting and assembling the deck and staircases. The main glaring issue with this project was time management. We only had about 10 days to get a huge amount of work done. Another problem was the handling of the schedules. Because the scenic strike for the Haunted Hotel was happening on a Monday/Tuesday, the only possible time the scenic crew could work for our show is 2:30 to 6. Another thing was figuring out the paint surface layer for the deck. The issue is that there’s two shows happening back to back. To deal with this, we decided to add masonite and vinyl over the deck. Once the first show ends, the stage crew will then install high gloss marley for the next show. For the staircases, the front has a rise of 9″ while the back has 8″. One important rule is to make sure the total for the rise and run equals 17 to 18″. The run for both staircases are going to be 8″. Another problem is the tripping hazard for the back staircase. To mitigate this issue, an 8″ tripping hazard is installed.
