Presents

THE ADVENTURES OF HARLEQUIN & SCAPINO

Artistic & Production Staff Director: Dominick Chicotel (Harlequin) Christine A. Madden (Scapino)

Stage Managers: Alicia Nimrick (Harlequin) Acadia Kear (Scapino)

Costume Designer: Lisa Wilson Production Manager: Billy Conklin SCA Theater Education Coordinator: Christine A. Madden, (440) 337 - 1401, cmadden@solonohio.org Office Hours: Tues. 9 pm - 4:30 pm, Thurs. 9 am - 4:30 pm & Fri 11 am - 6 pm *Times when Christine is most available to talk. About the Commedia: Both Spotlight Productions this winter, The Adventures of Harlequin and SCAPINO!, are based in the tradition of Commedia Dell’arte. This style of theater dates back to the Italian Renaissance and is the foundation for much of what we see on stage, T.V. and in films today. Commedia is a form of theater which utilizes stock characters and predetermined plots to provide a vehicle through which masked actors are able to create and perform physical and comedic bits. Influences from this style can be found in Shakespeare, Melodrama, Farce, Vaudeville, the works of Charlie Chaplin, The Marx Brothers & The Three Stooges, Looney Toons Cartoons and pretty much every sitcom ever made - just to name a few. SCA has chosen to focus on this style with the Spotlight students not only because of the historic theatrical context it provides, but also its emphasis on physical acting. Using the body and voice to make active story-telling choices onstage is a concept that the SCA Theater Education Department greatly believes in as the foundation of every effective actor. It is SCA’s hope, that through studying this method, young actors will add valuable tools to their “acting tool kit”, grow in their versatility as performers and have fun doing it! About the Directors: Dominick Chicotel (Director - The Adventures of Harlequin) Dominick’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater from Ohio University and a Master of Arts in Education from Ursuline College’s University School Teacher Apprentice Program. Dominick has taught at the Center since June, 2005. In that time he directed many Spotlight and Stories on Stage productions. Dominick has also taught theater for both the SCA Arts4Kids After-School Program and various summer camps. Christine A. Madden (Director - Scapino) graduated from Baldwin-Wallace in 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theater. In addition to holding the position of SCA Theater Education Coordinator, she also has the pleasure of directing and choreographing at SCA from time-to-time. Outside of Solon, Christine choreographs for the Brecksville Broadview Height High School’s Annual Spring Musical and Show Choir, the other “Music-in-Motion”. Attendance: As a cast member of this production, students are expected to be available for every rehearsal and arrive on time. However, we understand that things come up. This is why we permit up to 2 excused absences for each child (2 late arrivals or early dismissals from a significant amount of a rehearsal will equal 1 absence). We do ask that these be requested in writing at least a few days in advance so that we may make proper scheduling changes. At the very least, SCA requires a call in advance to alert staff in the event that a student will be late or absent from rehearsal. We DO NOT permit absences once “Tech Week” begins. Tech Week (the period of time which encompasses all Technical and Dress Rehearsals) is a very intensive part of the rehearsal process which involves putting all the technical elements and costuming of the project together. Absences during this time are not permitted because they are very disruptive not only to the technical process, but also to other cast members. A “no call, no show” or an absence during the mandatory “tech week” rehearsals will result in the student’s removal from the production.

Accountability: Students are also expected to come to rehearsal prepared and with the best possible attitude. If a student is absent for a rehearsal, it is their responsibility to contact another cast member or the stage manager and get caught up on anything missed. Please note that, at the directors’ discretion, a student may be removed from sections of the show if missed material has not been made up. Attitude: SCA views the Spotlight Youth Theater Program as a place where students can grow and mature as excellent young performers. In order to maintain this positive environment, SCA expects all of the students participating in this program to be positive and supportive to their fellow cast members. There will be a zero tolerance policy for any type of negativity, teasing or bullying while at SCA. Students are encouraged to speak with a director, stage manager or Christine Madden in the case of a conflict. Attire and Materials: Each student should come to rehearsal in comfortable attire that they can move well in. The ability to move will be especially important to rehearsals for these shows. When deciding what to wear, students should think about these rehearsals as a dance class. Flip flops, slip-ons, other open toed shoes and skirts should NOT be worn to rehearsal. Those with long hair should have it tied back for rehearsal. Other important materials that should be brought to each rehearsal include: dance shoes, a notebook, the show script, a pencil, a water bottle and extra work. Scripts: Because of the proximity of the start of these productions to the beginning of the city’s fiscal year, SCA was unable to order play scripts until very recently. Book scripts are in the mail and will be provided to students very soon. Until that time, a copied script has been provided to your student. In order to obtain their book script, students must hand their copied script into their director. Each book script is then the student’s to keep. Please encourage your student to write their name in their script and to take good care of it, only writing in it in pencil. If a script is lost, their will be a $10 fee to replace it. Rehearsals, Tech & Dress Week and Performances: The Adventures of Harlequin Rehearsals: Wednesdays (5:00 pm - 7:00 pm) and Saturdays (11:00 am - 2:30 pm), January 15 - March 1 Technical & Dress Rehearsals: March 3 (6:00 pm - 9:00 pm), 4 (5:00 pm - 8:00 pm), 5 & 6 (6:00 pm - 9:00 pm) Performances: March 7 (7:30 pm), 8 (7:30 pm) and 9 (2:00 pm) Cast Party: A cast party will be held after the final performance on Sunday, March 9 SCAPINO! Rehearsals: Wednesdays (5:00 pm - 7:00 pm) and Saturdays (11:00 am - 2:30 pm), January 15 - March 8 Technical & Dress Rehearsals: March 10, 11, 12 and 13 (6:00 pm - 9:00 pm) Performances: March 14 (7:30 pm), 15 (7:30 pm) and 16 (2:00 pm) Cast Party: A cast party will be held after the final performance on Sunday, March 16

*See the attached calendar for details on all rehearsal and performance dates. There may be some rehearsals to which your student is not called. In this event you will be emailed or called by Christine Madden in advance. Students are always welcome to come observe rehearsal even if they are not called, provided they do not create any distractions for other students. Ticket Information: Harlequin & Scapino tickets are $8.00 for Students/Senior (age 60 & up) and $9.00 for Adults. Tickets may be ordered online at solonarts.org or at the SCA front desk. They will go on sale to cast members only Wednesday, January 22. Christine Madden will email all parents a ticketing link on Wednesday, and all parents who have volunteered will receive a comp code good for 2 comps. Tickets for the general public will go on sale Wednesday, February 5. All ticket transactions are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. For this reason, please be sure to claim any comp tickets when ordering. Photo Release: In an attempt to increase community awareness for the Spotlight Youth Theater Program, SCA would like to post pictures and/or video of upcoming productions on the internet and local television stations. If SCA does not already have a photo release form on file for your student, please completely fill out the form that has been provided to you this evening and return it to Christine Madden. If a completed Photo Release is not on file for your student by the time the cast picture is taken, SCA will be unable to allow your student to participate in the photo. If you would like to change your child’s release status, please ask Christine or the SCA front desk for a new form.

Volunteers: Volunteers are essential to each and every production at SCA! Each family who signs up for one or more jobs listed below will receive 2 free tickets to the show of their choice. If you are interested in helping to bring this production to life, please sign up for a volunteer position by emailing Christine Madden with your volunteer preference by Saturday, January 18. Volunteers are needed in the following areas: *Volunteers during performances are asked not to leave their job unattended until released by an SCA staff member. SCA Volunteers, unless purchasing or using one of their complimentary tickets, will not have a reserved seat at the performance. Volunteer Jobs: Thank you in advance for your continued support! *Parents are welcome to volunteer for either show. Students are also welcome to volunteer to help with the production that they are not cast in.

Bio Information: Please email your child’s Bio to Christine Madden by Wednesday, February 19. You will receive a confirmation email when it has been received. *Best Wishes also due at this time. Sample Cast Bios: *Please make sure your bio follows the format below. Age and/or grades should be listed numerically, number of years spelled out. Jasmine Barroa is extremely happy in doing her sixth play at SCA. She is ecstatic in seeing her old friends and meeting new ones. She is currently in 8th grade at Solon Middle School. When she is not acting, Jasmine loves to spend time with friends and listen to music. She would like to thank her family and all her friends for their support. Lily Borodkin is performing in her first SCA show. She is in the 8th grade at Solon Middle School. Her previous roles have included Glinda in The Wiz and Mock Turtle in Adventures in Wonderland, both with Stagecrafters. She is also a member of Stagecrafters Junior Troupe. Kennedy Brooks is thrilled to be in her first SCA production. She is a 7th grader who enjoys reading, singing and being with family. She is thankful for this opportunity and looks forward to being part of more productions.

Show Marketing (6) Parents needed.

Each parent will assist with distributing at least 30 fliers throughout the community. Solon Center for the Arts will create fliers, make t-shirts and send press releases to the local newspapers. These volunteers are welcome to suggest any other resources that can be utilized to promote the show to Christine Madden.

Props (2) Parents needed.

These volunteers will assist the directors in acquiring props for the show. A props list and email addresses of the other parents in the cast will be given to props volunteers in order to help assist with the gathering of these items. All props must be gathered by Saturday, February 22.

Hair & Make-up (5) Parents needed

These volunteers will assist all cast members in applying character appropriate makeup and with hair styles prior to 1 of the Dress Rehearsals and at least 2 Performances for either show. Please inform Christine of the days you intend to help.

Backstage Help (6) Parent needed

These volunteers will assist by being an adult presence back stage during the either 1 of the Dress Rehearsals or 1 of the Performance for either show.

Cast Party (3) Parents needed

These volunteers will assist with the passing out of desserts and beverages and clean up at the cast party on either Sunday, March 9 or 16 after each respective 2:00 pm show. All cast party volunteers are asked to report to Christine Madden directly after the show to begin assisting with the cast party. Volunteers are also welcome, but not required, to bring donations of food to the party. Any one wishing to contribute in this way should speak with Christine at least a week before the given show.

Ushers (4) Parents per performance

These volunteers will tear tickets, usher audience members to their seats and distribute programs for at least 1 performance. Volunteers must arrive 45-minutes prior to the performance that they have been assigned to and report to Christine Madden.

SCA YOUTH THEATER MISSION STATEMENT & CORE VALUES

SCA YOUTH THEATER MISSION The mission of Solon Center for the Arts Youth Theater programming is to educate and enrich the lives of children through quality theatrical experiences, which give students the opportunity to cultivate artistic abilities, build self esteem, develop life skills and nurture a love for the performing arts. SCA YOUTH THEATER CORE VALUES The core values listed below are the basic elements that shall guide all SCA Youth Theater participants (students, instructors, staff and parents) in their choices, actions and behavior while participating in any Youth Theater production, class, workshop or camp. These essential tenets clarify what the SCA Youth Theater program is all about and are the foundation of its curriculum.

KINDNESS/ RESPECT: To treat others the way one would like to be treated and support their artistic choices.

COLLABORATION/TEAMWORK: To work creatively and effectively with others toward a common goal, placing the needs of the group above the needs of the individual.

RESPONSIBILITY: To take ownership and remain organized in working toward

the execution of an assigned role or task.

LEADERSHIP: To take what one has learned and teach it to others by setting an example through personal attitudes and practices.

COMMITMENT: To overcome any preconceived personal limitations and

enthusiastically apply one’s best efforts to the execution of an assigned role or task.

GROWTH: To learn through the experience or instruction of others, to develop

new ideas and to allow one’s self to be positively impacted by an experience.

Understanding Your Commitment Part of the experience you will come away with from participation in this production is a strong sense of responsibility. With every great endeavor, perseverance, hard work and attendance are essential ingredients to success. As an actor, you are asked to make a certain commitment. We do not ask that you make Solon Center for the Arts the center of your life, but we do ask that you take the decision to participate in a play here very seriously. Attendance: As a cast member of this production, students are expected to be available for every rehearsal and arrive on time. However, we understand that things come up. This is why we permit up to 2 excused absences for each child (2 late arrivals or early dismissals from a significant amount of a rehearsal will equal 1 absence). We do ask that these be requested in writing at least a few days in advance so that we may make proper scheduling changes. At the very least, SCA requires a call in advance to alert directors in the event that a student will be late or absent from rehearsal. We DO NOT permit absences once “Tech Week” begins. Tech Week (the period of time which encompasses all Technical and Dress Rehearsals) is a very intensive part of the rehearsal process which involves putting all the technical elements and costuming of the project together. Absences during this time are not permitted because they are very disruptive not only to the technical process, but also to other cast members. A “no call, no show” or an absence during the mandatory “tech week” rehearsals will result in your removal from the production. Accountability: Students are also expected to come to rehearsal prepared and with the best possible attitude. If a student is absent for a rehearsal, it is their responsibility to contact another cast member or the stage manager and get caught up on anything missed. Please note that, at the directors’ discretion, a student may be removed from sections of the show if missed material has not been made up. Attitude: SCA views the Spotlight Youth Theater Program as a place where students can grow and mature as excellent young performers. In order to maintain this positive environment, SCA expects all of the students participating in this program to be positive and supportive to their fellow cast members. There will be a zero tolerance policy for any type of negativity, teasing or bullying while at SCA. Students are encouraged to speak with a director, stage manager or Christine Madden in the case of a conflict.

The Adventures of Harlequin Rehearsals: Rehearsals: Wednesdays (5:00 pm - 7:00 pm) and Saturdays (11:00 am - 2:30 pm), January 15 - March 1 Technical & Dress Rehearsals: March 3 (6:00 pm - 9:00 pm),4 (5:00 pm - 8:00 pm), 5 and 6 (6:00 pm - 9:00 pm) Performances: March 7 (7:30 pm), 8 (7:30 pm) and 9 (2:00 pm)

SCAPINO! Rehearsals: Wednesdays (5:00 pm - 7:00 pm) and Saturdays (11:00 am - 2:30 pm), January 15 - March 8 Technical & Dress Rehearsals: March 10, 11, 12 and 13 (6:00 pm - 9:00 pm) Performances: March 14 (7:30 pm), 15 (7:30 pm) and 16 (2:00 pm)

I have read this contract and am familiar with the dates, times and my child’s commitment to this production. I understand the importance of the commitment and the need for his/her attendance. I accept that it is our responsibility to make up any materials missed during absences. I also understand due to the importance of the rehearsal process, a “no call, no show” or an absence during “tech week” may result in the removal of my child from the production. Student’s Name (please print) Student’s Signature Parent(s) or Guardian(s) Signature: Date: I would not like my student’s personal information (name, address, phone number and email address) included in the Cast Contact Sheet. *Parent or Guardian’s initials only please. *Please list any rehearsal conflicts in the space provided on the back of this form. Inform SCA if you become aware of any new conflicts after handing in this sheet.

THE ADVENTURES OF HARLEQUIN & SCAPINO!

SCA Spotlight Youth Theater Actor’s Agreement Please return this form to the SCA Front Desk or Christine Madden no later than Saturday, January 18

*Don’t forget! T-shirt orders, on the back of this form, & photo releases are also due today. Parents please email Christine Madden at cmadden@solonohio.org by today if you would like to volunteer to help with the show. ~ Thank you!

T-Shirt Order

A show t-shirt will be ordered through Solon Center for the Arts. The cost of the t-shirt is $8.00. If you or your child would like a show shirt please complete

the information below and return it to the SCA front desk or Christine Madden with your payment by Saturday, January 18.

Student Name: T-Shirt Size:__________ Adult Sizes S, M, L, Youth L Payment Method: Please check one Cash Check # *Checks can be made out to Solon Center for the Arts Credit: VISA MC DISC AMEX Payment Processed by: Date:

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Show Support to your Son or Daughter! Participate in the Best Wishes Section of the Playbill.

These special messages will be included in the Playbill for the performances of Harlequin & Scapino! for $25.00. (Limit 25 characters per line: spaces and punctuation must be included in the character total.)

Also include a picture with your message! Simply email a 1 inch x 1 inch JPEG or TIFF to cmadden@solonohio.org. Hard copy pictures or pictures submitted in any other format can not be used.

Best Wishes forms and pictures must be submitted to Christine Madden no later than Wednesday, February 19. Don’t Forget! Cast Bios are also Due Today!

All messages are subject to approval. Payment MUST accompany this agreement in order to be printed. Amount Due: $ Payment Method: Please check one

Cash

Check *Checks can be made out to Solon Center for the Arts

Credit: VISA MC DISC AMEX

Card Number: Expiration Date: Authorized Signature:

Solon Center for the Arts presents

Solon Center for the Arts, 6315 SOM Center Road, Solon Ohio 44139 . (440)337-1400 . www.solonarts.org

Number of CDs: x $10.00 = $ Parent Name: Student Name: Phone Number:

Picture CD Order Form If you would like to order a picture CD from Harlequin & Scapino dress rehearsals please return

this form to Christine Madden or the SCA Front Desk with your payment.

Solon Center for the Arts, 6315 SOM Center Road, Solon Ohio 44139 . (440)337-1400 . www.solonarts.org

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