We are so happy to have you join us for an exciting summer of teamwork, growth, learning, friendship, and fun!
Please read through the important information below:
Rehearsals
- All rehearsals will take place at the East Hartford High School, with the exception of the first week, and unless otherwise noted. A schedule for you and your team will be provided to you by your team leader, whether you are working on set construction/painting, costumes, props, or stage crew.
- Your availability information will be provided to your team leader and a schedule created with it in mind. Your team leader will expect you to attend on the dates you agree to, so if you find that you cannot, please text your team leader to let them know: Garth (Set Construction/Painting)- 860-690-5640 --- Angelina (Costumes)- 860-840-4794 --- Greer (Props/Other)- 860-918-5027
- Please wear closed-toe shoes when you are at rehearsals/building/painting. Sandals or slides are not safe to wear as part of the crew.
- With regards to the use of power tools or other tools at building sessions, the team leader will decide whether or not a member of the team may use them, based on experience and skill level. For young members, we encourage parents or guardians to become members and participate with their child, and aid in monitoring for safe use of tool. NO TOOLS are to be touched without the express permission of the team leader.
- All rehearsals are closed rehearsals. Parents/guardians and siblings should not stay in the auditorium during rehearsals unless they are working on the production or are asked to do so. Please talk to Greer or your team leader if you need to discuss this. The last week of the production will be restricted to the production staff only. However, we LOVE when families participate together, and invite parents, guardians, and siblings to become members as well!
- Parents or guardians are asked to sign their child out at the end of each rehearsal building/painting session. No one under the age of 16 will be allowed out of the building unless they are accompanied by an adult. Please inform your team leader if someone other than the usual parent/guardian will be picking up your child from a particular rehearsal.
- The EH Board of Education requires that we follow all school rules as part of our agreement to use the High School such as no smoking, no drinking alcoholic beverages or vandalizing school property. Violation of these policies could jeopardize our use of the building and members who break these rules will be asked to leave immediately.
Member Responsibilities:
- Each member is asked to sell at least 10 tickets to the show. Tickets are on sale now through our website at www.ehsyf.org/tickets and tickets will also be available for purchase at all rehearsals. Please see Greer Cunningham-Pattison if you have any further questions. Your work deserves to be seen! Let's pack the house for all three performances!
- Each member is asked to participate in our summer popcorn fundraiser by selling at least 5 bags of popcorn.
- Each member is asked to obtain 1 or more playbill ads, donations, or program sponsors. All playbill ad materials are due by Friday, July 11th
Please see Greer with any questions. The ad sales/donation brochures will be handed out at the first rehearsal, and more will be available at all rehearsals.
- Parents, guardians, or family members are invited to assist the production in some way (sets, costuming, fundraising, backstage monitors for dress rehearsals & performances etc.). Please sign up on the bulletin board at rehearsal or see a member of the production staff if you are interested in helping.
- Each member is expected to assist with the strike (taking apart and removal) of the set, props, and costumes on Monday evening, July 28th.
- Most importantly we ask our members to give it their all this summer- to work hard, have fun, show up with a positive attitude, make friends, and create memories! Above all, we value teamwork, inclusivity, and kindess!
To our new members: Welcome to the EHSYF family!
To our returning members: Welcome back!
Let's make it a great summer!