Thanks for all of your hard work as we have begun piecing all of the various scenes and dances together. We will (hopefully) start to see a cohesive show start to emerge within the next two weeks, which will lead us in to show runs beginning on Monday, November 5th.
Now is the time to start getting yourself off book for all lines and songs. Please make it your goal to be completely off book by the time we start running the show on 11/5. Linda Suba will be following along, so you can call for a line...things just run much easier if you aren't dependent on having the script in your hands. I know you can do it!
Remember that all dance and choreography rehearsal practice tracks can be found on the Hooverville page: http://thebiz-academy.com/hooverville
A few updates and information about upcoming rehearsals:
1. Make sure you have submitted your bio on the Hooverville page. If you haven't, please plan to complete this by Sunday, October 28th. We need everyone's information to complete the Playbill for the show. http://thebiz-academy.com/hooverville
2. Headshots for the Playbill will be taken at the beginning of rehearsal on this Thursday, October 25th. The photographer will begin at 5:45. Please be photo ready and wear a dark/black shirt if possible with no writing or visable logos on it for best results. Thank you!
Speaking of the Playbill, if you know a business that is interested in sponsoring an ad, please share The Biz advertising brochure with them. A sponsor can be as little as $25 up to $500. If you would like to give your favorite cast member a shout out in the program, you can purchase those for $10. All of the details here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_-2gZUrctNdbmdSsbvn7V_zGY-GyjqoSNwrb1pXGCmE/edit
All of the monies collected help offset the costs of the show. THANK YOU!
3. Don't forget to order your show t-shirt(s). You can order online by visiting the Biz Booster website here: http://www.bizbackstageboosters.org/shop/. The deadline to order is Oct. 31st.
4. If you are a parent or a spouse that is interested in helping to put together our set, Aimee needs to get in touch with you! :) There is going to be a meeting on this Saturday, October 27th in the afternoon. Please email her at thebizacademyproductions@gmail.com to be added to the list.
In addition, we still need other show volunteers including Orphan Supervisors and a Set Crew to help change scenes. Thanks in advance to any parents/spouses/grandparents who might consider volunteering! http://www.bizbackstageboosters.org/volunteer/volunteer-sign-ups/?sheet_id=16
5. Keep promoting the show and our ticket deal (Family 4-pack) that runs until Oct. 31st. If we want to fill the house, we need to make sure we are promoting the show to our family and friends. Our show will be a popular one, but there are many theatre options in the Indy area in the next two months. The two weeks leading up to the show will be the most important. PLEASE continue to help get the word out. We still have posters that need to be hung! THANK YOU!
6. Promotional photos will be taken this weekend at rehearsals for the following cast members:
October 27th - Orphans. Please bring the shoes you will wear for the show and be ready to have your photo taken.
October 28th - Miss Hannigan, Annie, Rooster, Lily, Bert, Boylan Sisters. Please come ready to get your smile on!
7. Upcoming rehearsal schedule:
Thursday, October 25th
6:00-8:00: Orphans
We will be taking head shots, trying on costumes/working with the costumers, and finishing with running our songs/dances.
6:00-8:30: Everyone Else (Ensemble Groups, Named Characters)
I would like to extend this rehearsal until 8:30, if possible. Since 8:00 was originally published, if you absolutely must leave at that time, I understand. Here is the breakdown:
6:00-6:45: Hooverville. Polish dance and finish blocking the end of the scene and exit.
6:50-7:45: NYC. Work through entrances, motions, and putting this song completely together
7:50-8:30: I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here. Blocking from start of the scene into the song, review dance and block exit.
Rehearsals on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday remain unchanged.
Monday, October 29th
This is the evening of the Indianapolis Encore Awards, and I know we are going to be missing several cast and production team members who are nominated and will be attending the ceremony.
As of tonight, I am still planning to be at The Biz from 6:00-8:00 on that Monday night, and we can use it as a review session for anyone who needs blocking or dance catch up time. We will be available to help. We can still get things accomplished, but I understand those who are not going to make it due to the Encores! THANKS!
Final note, my text capability is still not working. I cannot send or receive. Please use FB Messenger or Remind to reach me. I am available, however, by phone now at 317-995-2161.
KEEP UP THE AMAZING WORK! I AM YOUR BIGGEST FAN!!!!!! :)
See you soon!
THIS BLOG IS FOR CAST NOTES FROM THE DIRECTOR ONLY. PLEASE VISIT THE ANNIE "HOOVERVILLE" PAGE ON THE BIZ ACADEMY WEBSITE FOR ALL OTHER PRODUCTION INFORMATION. THANK YOU!