Things to check off your list:
1. Make sure you have submitted your bio, any shout outs, sponsorships, committee details and thank yous (if applicable) by tonight! Our Playbill needs to go to the printer on Nov. 1st (TOMORROW!).
2. Last call for show shirts. Don't miss your opportunity to rep our awesome show and have a cool keepsake: http://www.bizbackstageboosters.org/shop/
3. There have been some small tweaks to the rehearsal schedule. Stay informed to those changes by reviewing the schedule. You can visit the Hooverville page or click here for the details: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E5uZioEZ4C9xFDVUFZrpfCMX081DDCkaWuDoIg5q2k/edit
Jan is still waiting for final approval from Danville High School regarding Long Saturday, but (for now) it does appear that the times on the schedule will be what you should expect. We may begin at 4:00pm at The Biz, and then move to Danville after the dinner break for the Stizprobe with the orchestra.
There is also the potential that we may be able to get into the auditorium for two rehearsals before Tech Week. As soon as we know for sure, I will communicate any changes to you.
Thank you for your patience.
4. Please continue to review your lines, songs, blocking, and dances...Daily...Enough said. All of the good stuff can be found on the Hooverville page.
5. Spread the word. The two weeks before the show will be the most important for ticket sales for opening weekend. Brian and I will be bumping up the social media on The Biz page - so please share. I will have posters at rehearsals. Grab 'em, Hang 'em, Tell 'em all about it!
6. Volunteers. Visit the Volunteer page and share some time and skills were you can...especially Orphan supervisors. Thank you!
7. OUTINGS and FUN STUFF:
Friday night: Orphan Sleepover at The Biz
The sleepover / lock-in / extra practice, too, will begin at the conclusion of rehearsal on Friday night. We will sing, dance, play games, karaoke, have fun, do a craft or two, and just be silly. If your orphan wishes to attend, I will need you to sign them in at the beginning of rehearsal and they will need to make sure they understand the rules for the event. In addition, every orphan needs to bring:
* Their own sleeping bag, pillow, and blankets - we will be sleeping on the floor at The Biz. Please plan accordingly. I will mop the floor before we hit the hay. :)
* A snack to share with the group. I will provide paper products and drinks (waters, capri suns, etc.). If your child has special dietary needs or allergies, please make sure they bring their own snacks. I know we do have allergies in our group, so please be sensitive when selecting your snacks to share.
* Lights out will be at 1am. No exceptions. I will be pretty serious about this one. If you would like to allow your orphan to stay until lights out but not spend the night, you can pick them up before 1am. At that time, we will be shut down for the evening. Additionally, once the sleepover starts, there will be no entering/exiting The Biz unless it is a parent picking up and signing out before 1am.
* Pick up is between 7:30-8:00am so that The Biz can get ready to be open for Saturday classes. Plus, we have to be back for rehearsal later in the afternoon!
* If your orphan is planning to attend, RSVP by emailing here: lurvelyrachel@gmail.com. THANK YOU!
* If there are any parents/cast members who would like to stay and help until lights out, I would welcome it! :)
Friday night: Adults
Aimee and RD are still planning to go out after rehearsal on Friday night for those who are interested. More details available at rehearsal on Friday!
Friday, November 9th: Adults only before Long Saturday
The Shartons have opened their home to the adult cast members on Friday, November 9th beginning at 7pm. More details are coming soon, but this will be a pitch in and a BYOB (if desired). A fun chance to bond and hang out before the big week and Opening Night!
8. I have some furniture needs for the show. I will be posting pictures tomorrow of things I am looking for...it's too late tonight, and I'm running out of steam.
See you soon!
Rachel
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!