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Assist in stage managing creative rehearsals

Assist in stage managing creative rehearsals

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASMT402
State Code
WI193
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
21/05/2014
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
21/05/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake a wide range of administrative and organisational tasks associated with assisting with running creative rehearsals for live productions in the entertainment and events industries.Individuals who apply these skills 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 In consultation with relevant personnel, clarify work requirements with reference to production documentation
  • 1.2 Draft preliminary props extract list and distribute to relevant 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 Source 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 to pre-set and manage props and costumes for rehearsals, and develop costume change plots to summarise requirements
  • 2.2 Set and move scenic elements and furniture as required for rehearsals and create scene change plots to summarise requirements
  • 2.3 Operate technical equipment in rehearsals as required
  • 2.4 Prompt or read in for performers as required
  • 2.5 Assist with safety procedures when rehearsing potentially hazardous sequences
  • 2.6 Deal effectively with unforeseen occurrences
  • 2.7 Take and distribute production meeting minutes promptly to facilitate communication of production developments
  • 2.8 Update props lists and other production documentation as rehearsals progress and distribute promptly
  • 2.9 Contribute information to rehearsal reports and provide assistance to stage manager and others 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 relevant personnel for repair or replacement when required
  • 3.2 Keep green room tidy, clean and appropriately furnished and equipped
  • 3.3 Keep rehearsal rooms tidy and maintain mark-up throughout the rehearsal period
  • 3.4 Keep noticeboards up-to-date
4. Assist with bump out of rehearsal rooms
  • 4.1 At rehearsal end, prepare equipment for move 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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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODG05 CUASMT412 Assist in stage managing rehearsals Unit of competency