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Assist in stage managing and calling performances

Assist in stage managing and calling performances

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASMT517
State Code
ODE54
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
09/07/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
135
Description
This unit describes skills and knowledge required to undertake a wide range of administrative and organisational tasks associated with assisting backstage operations for productions in the entertainment and events industries. It involves venue preparation, stage management and calling performances during productions.The unit applies to those who work autonomously in a team environment as they share responsibility for ensuring that all logistical aspects of performances run smoothly.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assist with bump in and preparation of venues
  • 1.1 Update production documentation and confirm reference materials are correct after final rehearsal run in consultation with required personnel
  • 1.2 Set up cast and backstage areas, display production information on company noticeboard, and organise sign-in sheets
  • 1.3 Participate in plotting sessions
  • 1.4 Confirm entrances and exits from stage are unobstructed
  • 1.5 Mark level changes on and off set
  • 1.6 Assist with safety briefing and backstage orientation for performers and crew
  • 1.7 Monitor preparations and anticipate and resolve problems that could disrupt performances
  • 1.8 Confirm communication equipment is fully operational and take action to restore functionality as required
2. Assist with technical and dress rehearsals
  • 2.1 Provide crew with documentation from rehearsal for input by them during technical and dress rehearsals
  • 2.2 Assist with safety rehearsals and integration of technical elements into potentially hazardous sequences
  • 2.3 Follow setting and running documentation from rehearsal
  • 2.4 Facilitate communication between required team members
  • 2.5 Provide assistance to stage manager, creative personnel and others as required
  • 2.6 Record and action feedback from management
  • 2.7 Develop set-up, performance and post-show routine and complete supporting documentation
3. Prepare for performances
  • 3.1 Make backstage time calls and confirm pre-performance work is carried out according to schedules
  • 3.2 Identify and communicate changes to pre-performance routine and performances as required
  • 3.3 Liaise with front of house staff to manage public announcements and audience entry
4. Assist with performances and make calls
  • 4.1 Assist with on-stage and backstage pre-set of performance elements as required
  • 4.2 Prepare consumable props in line with production requirements
  • 4.3 Collect and secure valuables and distribute personal props
  • 4.4 Provide stage management assistance during performances
  • 4.5 Call cues for performances using reference material and according to production schedules
  • 4.6 Address unforeseen occurrences during performances
  • 4.7 Secure and store stage materials after performances
  • 4.8 Assist with cleaning and maintaining stage and backstage areas
  • 4.9 Contribute to performance reports and distribute them with other information to required personnel
5. Assist with bump out of productions
  • 5.1 Assist with packing and storing materials and equipment as required
  • 5.2 Organise return of borrowed and hired items according to loan agreements
  • 5.3 Assist with cleaning production areas
  • 5.4 Remove front of house materials as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI192 CUASMT401 Assist in stage managing performances Unit of competency
WI196 CUASMT502 Call performances Unit of competency