Variety Show Pledge

I PROMISE TO FOLLOW ALL RULES OF CONDUCT FOR THE VARIETY SHOW.

I PROMISE TO TELL A VARITEY SHOW HELPER WHEN I AM LEAVING THE BUILDING.

I PROMISE TO LISTEN TO AND RESPECT MY DIRECTORS.

I PROMISE NOT TO TREAT THE VARIETY SHOW LIKE A ROCK CONCERT SO I WON’T THROW THINGS AT THE AUDIENCE.

I PROMISE TO RESPECT AND SUPPORT EVERY VARIETY SHOW PARTICIPANT BY MAKING THEM FEEL GREAT ABOUT THEIR ACT.

I PROMISE TO HAVE FUN AND BE CREATIVE BUT NOT GOOF OFF SO MUCH THAT I GET KICKED OUT OF THE VARIETY SHOW AND HAVE TO BEAR THE WRATH OF MY FRIENDS, TEACHERS, AND PARENTS BEING MAD AT ME.

Schedules

Show - February 18, 2012  2:00pm

2/01 - Parent Information Meeting, 7:00pm, Park

Please remember that attendance at all rehearsals is mandatory.  We are providing a structured location for your children to run through their act and become accustomed to performing in front of an audience.  

There are 4 audition / rehearsal groups:

Monday (Act 1) in the Gym
Monday (Act 1) in the Music Room
Thursday (Act 2) in the Gym
Thursday (Act 2 in the Music Room

Groups are notified via email as to which day and location they are assigned.  We did our best to honor requests for a specific day. 

Audition / Rehearsal Dates:

1/23 - Act 1 Auditions, Ogden
1/26 - Act 2 Auditions, Ogden
1/30 - Act 1 Rehearsal, Ogden
2/02 - Act 2 Rehearsal, Ogden
2/06 - Act 1 Rehearsal, Ogden
2/09 - Act 2 Rehearsal, Ogden
2/13 - Act 1 Tech Rehearsal, Park
2/16 - Act 2 Tech Rehearsal, Park
2/17 - Dress Rehearsal, Acts 1 and 2, Park
2/18 - Show!  2:00pm, Park

Props / Stage Needs

Does your act need a piano?  Microphone?  Desk / table and chair?  We need to know!  Our stage crew is planning their end of the show and need some information from you in order to make the transition from one act to the next go smoothly.

Please complete the Props Needs form by clicking here.

Volunteers

It is mandatory that all participants have one parent volunteer to help with the show. In addition, many parents are needed to supervise and coordinate all facets of the production.  This is a large-scale production that needs a lot of hands and supervision to make it a success.

Volunteer Listing - Last updated 02/09/2012

2012:

165 Volunteers (2012 Volunteer Position Descriptions)
230 Participants
46 acts
2 minutes per act
Show Run Time:
8 MC
4 Stage Crew

Security

2012 Ogden Variety Show Security

Please, keep the following in your mind and help others to keep it in their minds:

"Show security endeavors to maximize the safe fun and enjoyment of the audience, participants and cast members as an important element of the Variety Show."

To increase safety and enjoyment of all, the following structure will be in place during the show:

1. Show security will be clearly identified with a special hat and photo badge.

2. Only the auditorium, the lunchroom and the hallways in between will be used. The remainder of the school is closed and will be patrolled by security.

3. Check-in and check-out procedures will be in place for the Cast Members. Proper check-out procedure will allow Cast Members to be released to their parents/guardians.

>>The lunchroom has controlled access. Invisible hand-stamps will be used for all cast members and their parents/guardians for fast admittance in to the lunchroom.

>>For each Cast Member, the Table Parent will manage check-in and check-out. The Table Parent will ensure each child is released to the proper parent/guardian.

>>All Cast Members will remain “checked-in” before & after their performance. A live transmission (with sound) of the show will be provided in the lunchroom. Washrooms are inside the lunchroom. Tables and seats are provided for all.

>>Check-out is scheduled twice: a) at intermission and b) at the end of the show. Act 1 Cast Members may be checked out at intermission.  NOTE: Both Act 1 and Act 2 will be invited to a final "curtain call" with everyone on stage.

>>Cast Members not in the current act will remain checked-in.  These Cast Members may choose to sit in a controlled, marked section on the floor (no seats)
in front of the stage. This area is for Cast Members only. These children remain checked-in.

>>Check-out will only happen in the lunchroom.

4.  Washrooms are inside the lunchroom for Cast Members, and in the back of the auditorium for others.

5.  The doors on each side of the stage may only be used by Cast Members and their parents / guardians.

6.  Alcohol and tobacco in all forms are prohibited.

7. In the building, serious security issues are under the jurisdiction of the village of Lagrange Park. In the parking lot, serious security issues are under the jurisdiction of the village of La Grange.  We will refer these issues to 911.

For any questions and comments on show security, please contact Tim Kelpsas @ 708-927-4682, or @ timkelpsas@yahoo.com.

Music

Show - February 18, 2012  2:00pm

All pre-recorded music must be submitted before auditions to Bob Benson, either via email to bdbenson@me.com or to his home at 26 N. Madison and placed in the Variety Show box on porch. Bob can edit your music to fit in the time allowed (2 min). He can also blend songs together. Music will be returned the way it was received so don't forget to include your contact information. Music needs to be submitted BEFORE auditions!

Auditions

Auditions are January 23 and 26, according to the schedule you received via email. If you have a question about your date / time, please contact Laura Attebery.

All music must be submitted prior to auditions.  Please also bring a copy of your music to auditions and rehearsals.

Forms and Letters

2012 Registration Form

2012 Permission Slip / Volunteer Form

2012 Volunteer Position Descriptions

2012 Audition / Rehearsal Letters

Monday (Act 1) / Gym
Monday (Act 1 / Music Room
Thursday (Act 2) / Gym
Thursday (Act 2) / Music Room