Revised Guide

Wizard of Oz

The

by L. Frank Baum, adapted from the MGM Motion Picture Screen Play We have made some revisions to this guide to help everyone have a happy production.

before the show

(revised)

shoes and socks

please do this immediately

A separate guide about shoes has been issued and can be downloaded from our website. If you would like to hire shoes from us, you will need to let us know your size and pay your hire fee of £6 for the week of the show, immediately.

scripts

return your script/vocal part (if you have one) by: Sunday 21 December

Please remember that your deposit script will be cashed if your script and vocal part is not returned in excellent condition to either Paul or Sheila, in person, by the final performance. If you lose or damage a hired script/vocal score, you will be responsible for the full replacement value which may be more than your deposit. You may make essential markings in pencil which must be erased before it is returned.

rehearsals You should wear your MIM hoodie and production T-shirt, comfortable loose fitting trousers (no skirts), sensible flat shoes (no flip flops, shoes with wheels or Ugg style boots) and a bottle of water. If you are staying at rehearsal all day you will need to bring lunch and a drink with you. We are unable to provide facilities for reheating food or keeping it cool. Children are not allowed to use the vending machines at Lockwood.

the missed rehearsal rule We are unable to allow anyone to miss any of the remaining rehearsals.

arrival and departure When arriving at rehearsal it is important to check that we are there. You may not leave your child unattended outside the rehearsal venue as we accept no responsibility for them. Rehearsals start and finish promptly. Late arrival will be considered as a missed rehearsal.

late collection We appreciate that from time to time an emergency may prevent you from collecting your child on time from rehearsal. However, we reserve the right to make a late collection charge of £15 per child.

videos and photographs You are not allowed to RECORD or PHOTOGRAPH the production. Due to copyright law we are not able to allow anyone to make a recording of the production. Photography is not allowed at rehearsal or backstage. Photograph CD’s s of both teams will be available to order: www.themaninthemoon.co.uk/photos

tickets Tickets are selling very fast. You can book tickets online: www.themaninthemoon.co.uk/wizard or alternatively call the box office directly on 01483 444789. If you experience any difficulty contacting the box office/booking tickets please do not hesitate to let us know personally.

the week of the show contacting us From Sunday 14 to Monday 22 December, we will not be in or pick up messages from the office. If your need to contact us you must use our mobile phones. Paul’s Mobile: 07802 904299 or Sheila’s Mobile: 07703 325455

arrival and departure Please make sure that you’re not late. If you are, someone from the other team may be called in to take your place. On arrival each day parents must accompany children to the stage door outside the theatre and remain with them until a Chaperone has signed them in. We will not sign in children unless accompanied by an adult. After the performance collect your child from the same place. You must confirm collection time each day when dropping off as it is liable to change. Parents must report to a Chaperone before collecting their children. Collection more than 10 minutes late, will incur a £15 charge per child. Children are not allowed to leave with adults other than a parent unless previously arranged. Our usual password system will operate if you would like your child collected by someone else.

parking The road by the theatre is not suitable for drop-off and collection. Traffic Wardens regularly patrol and will issue parking tickets. In the past, we have had complaints and visits from the police about parents waiting in their cars, blocking the road and causing congestion in the one way system. Parked cars cause a safety risk to children walking to and from the theatre. Please park away from the building and walk your child to the stage door. DO NOT bring your car to the theatre! Please do not be one of the few parents who think that the rule does not apply to them. This rule applies to everyone without exception.

food and drink Children should have eaten their main meal before arriving at the theatre for rehearsals and performances. Children should bring a light lunch/tea with them for their dress and technical rehearsals on Tuesday 16 and Wednesday 17 December. You may bring a bottle of water and also a small snack for the interval. Sweets, chocolate, chewing gum, sugary or fizzy drinks are not allowed.

valuable items Please do not bring valuable items to the theatre as we accept no responsibility for them. Books, comics and cards are ideal in the dressing room.

lost property Lost property is kept for one week after the play. After this, it is donated to charity.

medication You must leave any medicine that your child may need with a Chaperone. You will be asked to complete a Medicine Administration Consent Form.

shoes and socks If you are supplying your own shoes and socks they must be CLEAN, NAMED and left at the theatre all week.

shared costumes Everyone gets very hot during performances and can sweat a lot. As costumes are shared, we must insist that all cast members wear an effective antiperspirant deodorant. It is embarrassing for all concerned to find out that someone smells. However, in fairness to everyone, we will speak with parents. Please ensure that children are wearing suitable underwear.

see the show Due to the large advance sales it is unlikely that any £4 Cast Tickets will be available. If you would like to see the other team we would suggest that you book in advance. We regret that £4 tickets are not available to be booked in advance.

The Man In The Moon : : 9 Beacon Hill Road : : HINDHEAD : : GU26 6NR Telephone / Fax: 01428 608866 : : www.themaninthemoon.co.uk