Parents, committee chairs, and coaches work very hard to organize, promote, and produce Nutcracker on Ice, and all skaters work very hard rehearsing choreography. It is our job as club representatives not only to provide this opportunity for the skaters to perform and create good memories, but also to help them understand that, while being in the production (particularly as a soloist) is an honor, it is also a privilege, and with that privilege come particular leadership responsibilities and small sacrifices. To this end, the Artistic Directors and committee chairs expect the soloists to assist with several critical activities. Those activities include the following:
- All soloists must sign up [via Sign-up genius] for a time to appear in costume to promote the production during LTS class times. Soloist must also agree to appear in other promotions as needed (ex: Paristown pop-up performance). More information about these events will be forthcoming.
- All soloists must submit a 4x6 color photo to one of the Artistic Directors or Katie Shipley no later than November 10th.
- All soloists must also submit a digital photograph, and a brief bio to Ravnn, ravnn@me.com, no later than November 16th at 8:00 PM. An example of a bio can be found on the NOI website.
- All soloists must stay after the last performance is over to help take down all parts of the scenery and decorations. This is a labor-intensive task with jobs available for everyone. The only way it can be done quickly is if everyone participates.
Finally, all soloists are expected to serve as good role models for LSA’s younger and less experienced members and to observe LSA’s code of conduct for NOI. The soloists are the leaders of our production, and younger and less experienced cast members will look to them for guidance on how to act. In addition, as people are paying to see the performances, it is important for the soloists to behave in a professional and responsible manner. For performances and dress rehearsals, the code of conduct includes:
- Arriving on time with equipment and costume pieces, as required;
- Eating well before rehearsals and performances and staying hydrated;
- Following instructions from coaches, runners, room chaperones, and costume chairs; and
- Behaving respectfully and attentively before, during and after all rehearsals and performances.
Soloists who refuse to participate in these activities or who fail to abide by the code of conduct may be asked not to participate in future Nutcrackers on Ice.
By signing this agreement, I acknowledge that I or my minor child am/is required to meet the above requirements and will make every effort to do so.