Code of Conduct & Discipline Policy
In order for rehearsals and performances to be run safely and in an orderly fashion, RCTC expects each Cast Member and Parents to adhere to the following Rules of Conduct and the Discipline Policy:
Attend every Rehearsal and Show as directed, except for those listed in the Cast Member’s Conflict Sheet, which must be submitted prior to auditions. Absences that are not listed on the conflict sheet may be considered unexcused at the discretion of the Artistic Staff. Arrivals to rehearsals or performances over 30 minutes late will be considered an unexcused absence. Cast Members are subject to being dropped from the workshop for having more than 2 unexcused absences.
All Cast Members and their Parents are responsible for checking the RCTC BAND App regularly and to know when they are called for rehearsals and performances, as last minute changes may occur.
Cast Members arrive 15 minutes prior to every scheduled rehearsal and check-in with the Lead Parent. Then change into dance shoes and store your belongings in the appropriate area.
Cast Members arrive at call time for shows and report to your assigned dressing room. Check-in with the lead parents. Cast may be asked to arrive 30 minutes early if they wear a microphone for the rehearsal or performance.
Sit and wait QUIETLY in the designated rehearsal area or dressing room until called to the stage by the Artistic Staff or Stage Managers during all rehearsals and performances. Return to the designated waiting area or dressing room immediately after finishing.
Dress appropriately for the rehearsal. No low-cut, midriff baring tops, off the shoulder tops (even if a cast member is wearing changing garments underneath), short-shorts, denim, flip-flops, or sandals. Wear comfortable dance attire and jazz shoes, until or unless the Artistic Staff or Costumers request other attire and/or shoes.
Shoes must be worn at all times. No one is allowed to go barefoot or in their socks on the dance floor, stage, or any part of the theatre unless it is part of a costume and you are rehearsing that scene.
Remain in designated rehearsal space/dressing room while at dance studio or theatre for the duration of the rehearsal or performance, until dismissed by the Artistic Staff.
Cast members may not leave rehearsal or performance for any length of time, unless there is expressed written permission from the parent and approved by Lead Parents and Artistic Staff. This includes, but not limited to, an early dismissal that is not on the conflict form, stepping outside Hawkins or the theater, or walking to the AM/PM while at Hawkins.
No one other than current Cast Members, Artistic Staff, Board Members, and Volunteers - who are working in their capacity as a volunteer - should be onstage/backstage/in the wings during any rehearsal or performance.
During performances, Cast Members who are not in that particular performance are also not allowed backstage. This includes before and after the rehearsal or performance.
No one should be in the wings unless a cast member is getting ready to go on stage or a parent volunteer role requires them to be there. They are especially dangerous and congested.
At the theatre: cast members and parents cannot touch, sit, or climb on equipment, sets, walls, etc, unless directed to by the Artistic Staff.
At the theatre: No talking, dancing, or loud walking in the wings of the theatre; the wings are reserved for the Set Movers, Props People, Stage Managers, and Cast Members immediately about to go onstage.
Cell phones, tablets, smart watches, computers, games, or any other electronic devices are NOT ALLOWED during rehearsals or performances, unless directly specified by the Artistic Staff. Any of the above discovered during rehearsals or performances will be removed by the Lead Parent or a designated Parent Volunteer and given to the parent at the end of rehearsal or show.
NO FOOD, GUM or DRINK (other than water) are allowed in the rehearsal space or theatre at any time. Consumption of these items will only be allowed during designated break times, and only outside of the rehearsal space and theatre.
All rehearsals are closed. Only current Cast Members, Artistic Staff, Board Members, and Volunteers - who are working in their capacity as a volunteer - are allowed at rehearsals. This includes but is not limited to the dance room at the studio. This includes but is not limited to all areas of the theatre, including the lobby and house seats.
During performances, the House is closed until the lobby doors are opened to the public. Family and friends coming to see the show are not allowed in beforehand.
All fellow Cast Members, Artistic Staff, Board Members, and Parent Volunteers are to be treated with courtesy and respect at all times.
Inappropriate or abusive language or conduct toward others will not be tolerated at any age level.
No inappropriate touching of any Cast Member, Artistic Staff, or Volunteer, or any of their belongings. If you see that someone's costumes or belongings are in the wrong place, please notify them or an adult.
Any behavior that is illegal or compromises the safety of our cast members may result in an immediate dismissal of a cast member. This includes, but is not limited to, bringing alcohol or drugs to any rehearsal or performance; racist or bullying comments either verbally or through text, social media, etc.
Photos or video recordings during rehearsals or shows are NOT PERMITTED by Cast Members or Parents, except by designated adults.
RCTC reserves the right to edit or add any other rules that it deems necessary based on the safety and well being of our cast members, parent leads, and volunteers.
Discipline Policy
Consequences for not adhering to the above Rules of Conduct are outlined in the following Discipline Policy. Warnings will be given for:
Behavior that interrupts the positive nature of rehearsals.
Missing Rehearsal without notice.
Disrespectful behavior to Staff, V olunteers, or fellow Cast Members.
Repeated failure to follow directions or policies.
1st Offense: Verbal warning will be given to the Cast Member
2nd Offense: Cast Member will be asked to sit out of the rehearsal and parent
notified
3rd Offense: Written warning will be given to the Parent; Artistic
Staff will be notified
4th Offense: Conference between the Executive Director, Cast Member, and Parent(s). Cast Members may be dismissed from the Workshop or Production, and no refunds will be given. Certain extreme behavior (fighting, physical intimidation, verbal harassment, or other) may warrant an immediate dismissal, at the discretion of the RCTC Executive Director.