• If the play is set in a different culture and/or time period, do research to find references for costumes and set
• You can make a simple model of the set with figurines to represent the cast (held to make it to scale)
• Mark out the “stage floor” in the rehearsal room, as well as where any large furniture will be, with tape
• Have everyone involved come up with an idea for what the essence/message/main theme of the play; can help you figure out color pallets, which moments that tie into that theme should be highlighted with lights or sound, etc.
• Pick out moments where you can afford to get extra creative with staging without distracting from the scene
• If you’re going to have music, make sure it fits the setting and tone of the play; the music you play before the show starts and during intermission should also fit with the play to keep the audience from being pulled out if it
• Set should help express the story; functionality > flashiness
• Consider where you cha use special effects (again, to enhance the story, not distract from it)
• Make sure the light and sound operatives know the power cues before the technical rehearsal
• Have sound effects saved in order, all in one place
• Position lights before actors arrive at rehearsal to save time
• Try running through just the cues so that the light and sound operatives have time to practice and get used to it
• Consider visual and audio motifs that can be used to tie the whole play together
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