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Marking up an MTI Musical Script

Posted By Scott Bier 02-15-2024 19:10
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We just received our rental scripts for Little Shop of Horrors and there is the usual notice that it is a rental and must be returned at the end of production. But the part where it says that you can't deface unless it is with a soft pencil is gone. Have they changed their policy? I emailed but have ...

RE: PUFFS (Young Wizard's Edition) Prop List

Posted By Scott Bier 12-13-2023 10:05
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This is a great resource: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148485844026652/ ------------------------------ Scott Bier Whittier, CA "Your fear of looking stupid is holding you back." ------------------------------

Light & Soundboard carts

Posted By Scott Bier 08-26-2023 02:32
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We have an ETC Element 2 and a Yamaha TF 3 and need rolling, standing cases. They will be stored on-site and pulled out as needed. We would like them table height. Does anyone have any ideas? I contacted Road Cases but don't feel that their solution is sturdy enough. ------------------------------ ...

PUFFS (Young Wizard's Edition) Prop List

Posted By Scott Bier 07-05-2023 12:36
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Does anyone have a prop list for PUFFS (Young Wizard's Edition)? Thinking about doing it this year and want to see what we have and what we need. Thanks! EDIT - I found the Facebook group. Amazing Resource! ------------------------------ Scott Bier Whittier, CA "Your fear of looking stupid ...

Storing Curtains

Posted By Scott Bier 09-22-2022 13:27
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We need to pull our curtains (12x9 feet each) and store them for several months while repairs are made in our theater. One idea was extra large vacuum seal storage bags. Any suggestions? Thanks! ------------------------------ Scott Bier Whittier, CA "Your fear of looking stupid is holding you ...

RE: Main Curtain Pleating & Fullness

Posted By Scott Bier 01-08-2021 12:17
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Jerry, thank you so much for the useful information! Scott ------------------------------ Scott Bier Whittier, CA "Your fear of looking stupid is holding you back." ------------------------------

Main Curtain Pleating & Fullness

Posted By Scott Bier 01-07-2021 16:27
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So we are getting a curtain for our little theatre and I am in charge of getting specs together. Is there a standard or traditional pleat and fullness for a min curtain? It will be on a pull track, not raised. It will be black. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks! ------ ...

Teaching Stage Tech Online

Posted By Scott Bier 10-22-2020 12:32
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This is my first year teaching Stage Tech and well . . . RIght now they are learning Sketch Up since they all have Chromebooks at home. I amlooking for other ideas of how to teach stage tech virtually. Any suggestions would be much appreiciated. Thanks, ------------------------------ Scott ...

RE: Drama Online vs. Digital Theatre Plus?

Posted By Scott Bier 07-15-2020 15:33
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Did you ever make a choice? Am currently looking at them both now. ------------------------------ Scott Bier Whittier, CA "Your fear of looking stupid is holding you back." ------------------------------

RE: Virtual programs

Posted By Scott Bier 07-15-2020 15:01
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Have you checked with your district? With everything on the web now, I believe that our district has a release as part of the registration packet. ------------------------------ Scott Bier Whittier, CA "Your fear of looking stupid is holding you back." ------------------------------

RE: Best plays for on line performance

Posted By Scott Bier 07-15-2020 14:52
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Jonathan, does that mean you have something in the works?! ------------------------------ Scott Bier Whittier, CA "Your fear of looking stupid is holding you back." ------------------------------

RE: Little Shop of Horrors choreography

Posted By Scott Bier 11-27-2019 22:45
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Thank you so much, this is very helpful! Scott ------------------------------ Scott Bier Whittier, CA "Your fear of looking stupid is holding you back." ------------------------------

Little Shop of Horrors choreography

Posted By Scott Bier 11-25-2019 23:49
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I am directing my first musical (well, we did Starcatcher but I don't think that counts). I am pretty much on my own as the choir and band teachers don't want to get involved although I am hiring a former student to help with vocals. My question is about choreography; does anyone have any choreography ...

RE: Script Approval in Your District?

Posted By Scott Bier 07-15-2019 13:42
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I have been teaching drama for 6 years and have never had to get approval for plays. I tried before my first production and was told that it wasn't necessary. The other drama teachers in my district, however, are required to get permission from their principals. That being said, I am careful about ...

RE: Musical Ideas

Posted By Scott Bier 07-15-2019 13:30
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Little Shop of Horrors will be our Spring musical and the kids are already excited. ------------------------------ Scott Bier Whittier, CA "Your fear of looking stupid is holding you back." ------------------------------

RE: Survey of school previews

Posted By Scott Bier 07-15-2019 13:29
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Although we don't charge, we have 2 days of previews that happen during school. I have teachers sign up to bring their classes. I only show a portion of the show and use it both as an advertisement and to allow first-time actors to get the feet wet in front of an audience. ------------------------------ ...

RE: Peter and the Starcatcher

Posted By Scott Bier 07-02-2019 11:13
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This is my favorite play to direct and have it on a 5-year rotation. I use a hired pianist and a student drummer. I allow an extra month of rehearsal for this production. Sets are limited to nonexistent, this play is all about lights and sound to set locations and mood. ------------------------------ ...

Thinking about starting a Comedy Sportz High School team

Posted By Scott Bier 07-01-2019 20:16
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I am thinking about starting a Comedy Sportz High School team and would like to hear how it went for you. How was the training for teachers and students and how much more of a time commitment is it? Thanks! Scott ------------------------------ Scott Bier Whittier, CA ...

RE: Suggestions for High School musicals next season

Posted By Scott Bier 07-01-2019 15:46
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Peter & the Starcatcher! ------------------------------ Scott Bier Whittier, CA "Your fear of looking stupid is holding you back." ------------------------------

RE: Painting a backdrop on a bedsheet

Posted By Scott Bier 07-01-2019 14:20
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We found that it bled too much. Primmer 1st. We ended up using a drop cloth from Home Depot. ------------------------------ Scott Bier Whittier, CA "Your fear of looking stupid is holding you back." ------------------------------

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