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Assist in stage managing rehearsals

Assist in stage managing rehearsals

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASMT412
State Code
ODG05
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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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
70
Description
This unit describes skills and knowledge required to undertake administrative and organisational tasks associated with assisting with running rehearsals for live productions in the entertainment and events industries. It involves rehearsal preparation, participation, and assisting with maintenance of rehearsal rooms. The unit applies to those who work autonomously in a team environment as they share responsibility for ensuring that all logistical aspects of rehearsals run smoothly.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for rehearsals
  • 1.1 Confirm work requirements with reference to production documentation
  • 1.2 Draft preliminary props extract list and distribute to required personnel for discussion and amendments
  • 1.3 Assist stage manager with mark-up of rehearsal room
  • 1.4 Assist with set-up of rehearsal rooms and storage areas
  • 1.5 Identify rehearsal room furniture, props and costumes
  • 1.6 Assist with set-up of technical equipment required for rehearsals
2. Participate in rehearsals
  • 2.1 Create and use setting and running lists and develop costume change plots according to requirements
  • 2.2 Set and move scenic elements and furniture and create scene change plots as required for rehearsals according to requirements
  • 2.3 Operate technical equipment in rehearsals as required
  • 2.4 Assist performers with prompting and reading as required
  • 2.5 Assist with safety procedures when rehearsing potentially hazardous sequences
  • 2.6 Address unforeseen occurrences during performances
  • 2.7 Collect and distribute production meeting minutes in a timely manner
  • 2.8 Update and distribute props lists and other production documentation as rehearsals progress
  • 2.9 Contribute to rehearsal reports and provide assistance to the stage manager and other personnel as required
3. Assist with maintenance of rehearsal rooms
  • 3.1 Make minor repairs to rehearsal props, costume, furniture and scenic elements or refer work to required personnel for repair or replacement when required
  • 3.2 Keep green room clean and appropriately furnished
  • 3.3 Keep rehearsal rooms clean and maintain room mark-up throughout the rehearsal period
  • 3.4 Maintain noticeboards as required
4. Assist with bump out of rehearsal rooms
  • 4.1 Prepare equipment for transition to performance venues or tours
  • 4.2 Pack props and other equipment securely to minimise risk of breakage
  • 4.3 Organise the return of equipment not required for performance venues
  • 4.4 Lift mark-up and return rehearsal and green room areas to original condition
  • 4.5 Organise transfer of equipment to performance venues
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI193 CUASMT402 Assist in stage managing creative rehearsals Unit of competency