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Stage manage performances

Stage manage performances

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASMT602
State Code
WI202
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/05/2014
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
16/05/2014
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage a wide range of administrative and organisational tasks associated with stage managing performances in the entertainment and events industries.At this level, individuals are expected to apply a detailed knowledge of both creative and technical aspects of live productions or events. They exercise autonomy and judgement in contexts that are subject to change and are responsible for coordinating and supervising the work of others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Manage preparation for performances
  • 1.1 Check, as required, with heads of departments that repair and maintenance tasks arising from previous performance have been completed
  • 1.2 Check that relevant personnel are present at specified times and have completed administrative procedures for which they are responsible
  • 1.3 Conduct briefings with production and performance personnel as required
  • 1.4 Check that items and areas required by performers are prepared for performances
  • 1.5 Ensure that relevant personnel know when they need to do technical pre-show checks and which technical elements they need to check for functionality
  • 1.6 Inspect stage and backstage areas to identify potential problems that could impact on the smooth running of performances and take immediate remedial action
  • 1.7 Liaise with relevant personnel to complete other pre-performance work as required
2. Manage pre-performance work
  • 2.1 Assess workflow and progress of work against timelines and initiate short-term action to resolve problems with meeting deadlines
  • 2.2 Communicate with relevant personnel to ensure that all technical pre-show checks are completed within required timeframes and that technical elements are operating
  • 2.3 Communicate with relevant personnel to ensure that staging elements and equipment are correctly placed on or backstage according to design specifications and health and safety requirements
  • 2.4 Ensure cast and crew valuables are secured according to organisational policy
  • 2.5 Complete own pre-show preparation and make pre-show time and other announcements to cast and crew as required
  • 2.6 Ensure that health and safety issues have been addressed according to relevant legislation and organisational procedures
  • 2.7 Liaise with front of house staff regarding opening house to audience and commencing performances
3. Manage performances
  • 3.1 Use reference materials appropriately to ensure accurate and timely delivery of performances
  • 3.2 Provide clear cues, calls and announcements in a manner that ensures timing is maintained
  • 3.3 Ensure technical cues are actioned and movement of physical elements occurs on cue according to performance requirements
  • 3.4 Closely monitor performances and resolve problems with minimum disruption to performances
  • 3.5 Take notes on errors, omissions, breakages and other variations in performances
  • 3.6 Communicate with cast and crew regularly throughout performances in an effective and open manner
  • 3.7 Respond effectively to significant unplanned occurrences during performances
  • 3.8 Direct and coordinate response of relevant personnel to significant unplanned occurrences and provide information and reassurance to others as required
4. Complete post-show duties
  • 4.1 Complete own regular post-show procedures
  • 4.2 Supervise set back, cleaning and other post-performance work by crew
  • 4.3 Distribute corrective notes to cast and crew following performances and call scene or section rehearsals as required
  • 4.4 Discuss repairs and non-regular maintenance with heads of departments as required
  • 4.5 Seek feedback from front of house on performances and include comments in performance reports as appropriate
  • 4.6 Write and distribute performance reports according to organisational procedures
  • 4.7 Update production documentation as required
  • 4.8 Note aspects of own performance in stage management role that could be adjusted to maximise effectiveness in future productions
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODF78 CUASMT612 Stage manage performances Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J708 CUA60213 Advanced Diploma of Live Production and Management Services Qualification