Re: Cast Party Friday after the show.

Hello everyone!

First, let me say thank you to each and every one of you for the awesome gift. I really appreciate it!  Thank you also for making the show the success that it was!  

Second, if you want to buy the video, you need to let Terry Hoffman know ASAP so that arrangements can be made. His number is: (678) 378-0455. 

(Terry, I think your flashlight may still be at the theatre.). 

Third, if you're in town, I hope to see you at STG's end of the year party!!!  It's this Saturday, August 3, 2013. 

You're all the best!!! 

Jared 

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On Jul 18, 2013, at 12:24 AM, JCW <stgec75@gmail.com> wrote:

Bring snacks/desserts/finger foods/drinks. 

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On Jul 14, 2013, at 1:11 AM, Jared Wright <stgec75@gmail.com> wrote:

First, thank you for all of your continuous hard work to make this show amazing.  I truly appreciate your dedication!!!

Second, as I mentioned, tomorrow is the last show where you can use your comp tickets. 

Third, Don't forget, you have to be there at 1:30 tomorrow.  Alexia will be there at noon (?), I will be there at 1:00 (or sooner if I can get motivated and alive enough to leave sooner).  

And then... one last thing...

Admittedly, I've been at war with myself.  Part of me wants to just say, we're here, let's just enjoy the show for what it is and so on… Then there's the other part of me that really wants things to be the best that they can be – and I hope you feel this way too – so, that said…here are a few more notes. 

PLEASE read over these and try your best to fix the things you can fix…

Lines after all shook up need to be faster.

Why was there a leather jacket in act two?
Can the special lights (on clown and funhouse) not go out during a little less conversation?
Natalie give your hat to your dad during Fools Fall In Love
Remember to throw your bouquets offstage/behind you… 
There shouldn't be a leather jacket for act two.
Why did the carnival lights go out?
Carnival lights out before if I can dream.
The traveler keeps opening onto the funhouse mirror.
Cast if you see the traveler in front of any set piece and it shouldn't be, nonchalantly fix it please.
React more when earl reveals love for Matilda

In general everyone needs to look like they're having more fun.  Keep up the energy from start until finish. 
Jarrett please stop whispering.

For everyone who needs this note: PROJECT!!! DO NOT count on the mics to always pick you up. 

Is there anyone left who can help Krystle pin her hat on for the wedding?
Don't rush that's alright
Sean don't change the blocking for That's Alright.  Stay Stage Right of Lorraine. It makes the scene awkward if you don't.
Mark don't prat fall or trip, it looks forced.

Everyone… please don't slouch.  It just looks sloppy.  Stand tall and proud. 

If mistakes are to be made, make them with confidence. 

Always be confident in what you're doing.

THINK during the dances, but don't show it on your face. 

EVERYONE should be singing when it's time to sing.  No one should just be backstage chilling.  There's a time and a place for that. 

HAVE FUN!!!

My last e-mail to you as director of All Shook Up...

Well folks, we're down to our last show.  As I've stated before, I am very proud of you and thankful that you were a part of this family. 

I want you all to have a lot of fun out there this afternoon, but please do NOT do anything to compromise the integrity of this show.  To those of you who are considering doing something different today, please do not.  This audience deserves the same great show that everyone else saw.  And if that doesn't sway you, please consider that your creative staff worked hard to put the visual aesthetic of this show together.  More times than not, there is a rhyme and/or reason for everything that is done on stage.  For you to change that, you're essentially slapping all of us in the face and saying that you don't care about the time we spent putting it all together.  Not to mention, if you aren't in the correct place for things like dances, you end up throwing everything off.  We really don't need that.  Instead of focusing on what you can do differently, please spend the time and effort on making sure the dances, lines, songs, blocking, etc... are perfect!  Be where you're supposed to be and do what you're supposed to do.  Please :)   

Reminder, if you want to get a copy of the DVD that is being made, you need to fill out the form that is backstage with your name, address, e-mail address, phone number, etc... so that they can get in touch with you when it's finished.  You also need to provide the $15.00 cost to produce the DVD.  

Also, as I've been stating for a while, tomorrow night after the show is strike.  Be sure to help out, even if it's only for a short while.  We need to get it all taken down.  Then, after the strike, we need to do something as our last time together.  We can talk about it before the show tomorrow.  There have been lots of suggestions to go somewhere to eat.  Tyrone and Peachtree City have been mentioned.  I am fine with all of the above.  We can also consider staying at the theatre, but if we do that, we'll need to find a way to get food there.  If you're worried about money, transportation, etc... we can discuss all of this tomorrow.  

Thank you again.  This show couldn't have happened without the dedication and hard work you've put into it.  

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! :) 

Jared  

The Last Weekend of All Shook Up

Well, here we are...rapidly approaching our last weekend.  It seems like it's really flying by, which makes me sad.  Everyone, please look over your lines, your blocking, your choreography, your songs...come in this weekend and let's make this one the best yet!  I know it will be.  

From a Box Office stand point, let everyone know that Sunday is filling up, so if they plan to attend the Sunday performance, they need to go ahead and get their tickets now.  The rest of the weekend looks pretty open from what I understand.  Try to get people to come on either Friday or Saturday, if at all possible.  

We will take a cast picture before the show on Friday.  Please be there as early as possible and get into costumes and make-up ASAP.  With mic checks, warm ups and so on, we won't have a ton of time to do the cast photo, so every minute counts.  

As for Set Strike Night (a,k.a. closing night).  Remember, everyone needs to contribute some time to taking down the set, putting props away, putting costumes away, cleaning the backstage, auditorium and front of house areas to be sure it's ready for Smoke on the Mountain, which goes up VERY quickly after we close.  The more people we have working to get things put away, cleaned and straightened, the less time we have to spend.  Does anyone want to go eat afterwards?  Or ???  We can bring food and have a final cast party at the theatre if everyone wants to.  Just let me know. 

Does anyone have photos of the show or rehearsals or what not?  I'd like access to them, if possible.  I didn't take many pictures throughout the process of putting on ASU.  Beth is going to bring her camera in this weekend and I'll try to get some show photos this weekend.  One way or another, these will be posted so that you can all have them.  I'll also be sure the cast photo(s) is/are posted as well.  

Everyone, I really am very proud of you and I have enjoyed working with all of you.  I hope that we can all stay in touch and maybe work together again in the future.  This is truly a great show!  

See you all Friday by 7:00 pm.    

Re: Cast Party Friday after the show.

I will have a taco bar and ice cream bar...can't wait to see all of you!!!!

Monique

On Thu, Jul 18, 2013 at 12:24 AM, JCW <stgec75@gmail.com> wrote:

Bring snacks/desserts/finger foods/drinks. 

The map:

 

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On Jul 14, 2013, at 1:11 AM, Jared Wright <stgec75@gmail.com> wrote:

First, thank you for all of your continuous hard work to make this show amazing.  I truly appreciate your dedication!!!

Second, as I mentioned, tomorrow is the last show where you can use your comp tickets. 

Third, Don't forget, you have to be there at 1:30 tomorrow.  Alexia will be there at noon (?), I will be there at 1:00 (or sooner if I can get motivated and alive enough to leave sooner).  

And then... one last thing...

Admittedly, I've been at war with myself.  Part of me wants to just say, we're here, let's just enjoy the show for what it is and so on… Then there's the other part of me that really wants things to be the best that they can be – and I hope you feel this way too – so, that said…here are a few more notes. 

PLEASE read over these and try your best to fix the things you can fix…

Lines after all shook up need to be faster.

Why was there a leather jacket in act two?
Can the special lights (on clown and funhouse) not go out during a little less conversation?
Natalie give your hat to your dad during Fools Fall In Love
Remember to throw your bouquets offstage/behind you… 
There shouldn't be a leather jacket for act two.
Why did the carnival lights go out?
Carnival lights out before if I can dream.
The traveler keeps opening onto the funhouse mirror.
Cast if you see the traveler in front of any set piece and it shouldn't be, nonchalantly fix it please.
React more when earl reveals love for Matilda

In general everyone needs to look like they're having more fun.  Keep up the energy from start until finish. 
Jarrett please stop whispering.

For everyone who needs this note: PROJECT!!! DO NOT count on the mics to always pick you up. 

Is there anyone left who can help Krystle pin her hat on for the wedding?
Don't rush that's alright
Sean don't change the blocking for That's Alright.  Stay Stage Right of Lorraine. It makes the scene awkward if you don't.
Mark don't prat fall or trip, it looks forced.

Everyone… please don't slouch.  It just looks sloppy.  Stand tall and proud. 

If mistakes are to be made, make them with confidence. 

Always be confident in what you're doing.

THINK during the dances, but don't show it on your face. 

EVERYONE should be singing when it's time to sing.  No one should just be backstage chilling.  There's a time and a place for that. 

HAVE FUN!!!

Cast Party Friday after the show.

Bring snacks/desserts/finger foods/drinks. 

The map:

 

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On Jul 14, 2013, at 1:11 AM, Jared Wright <stgec75@gmail.com> wrote:

First, thank you for all of your continuous hard work to make this show amazing.  I truly appreciate your dedication!!!

Second, as I mentioned, tomorrow is the last show where you can use your comp tickets. 

Third, Don't forget, you have to be there at 1:30 tomorrow.  Alexia will be there at noon (?), I will be there at 1:00 (or sooner if I can get motivated and alive enough to leave sooner).  

And then... one last thing...

Admittedly, I've been at war with myself.  Part of me wants to just say, we're here, let's just enjoy the show for what it is and so on… Then there's the other part of me that really wants things to be the best that they can be – and I hope you feel this way too – so, that said…here are a few more notes. 

PLEASE read over these and try your best to fix the things you can fix…

Lines after all shook up need to be faster.

Why was there a leather jacket in act two?
Can the special lights (on clown and funhouse) not go out during a little less conversation?
Natalie give your hat to your dad during Fools Fall In Love
Remember to throw your bouquets offstage/behind you… 
There shouldn't be a leather jacket for act two.
Why did the carnival lights go out?
Carnival lights out before if I can dream.
The traveler keeps opening onto the funhouse mirror.
Cast if you see the traveler in front of any set piece and it shouldn't be, nonchalantly fix it please.
React more when earl reveals love for Matilda

In general everyone needs to look like they're having more fun.  Keep up the energy from start until finish. 
Jarrett please stop whispering.

For everyone who needs this note: PROJECT!!! DO NOT count on the mics to always pick you up. 

Is there anyone left who can help Krystle pin her hat on for the wedding?
Don't rush that's alright
Sean don't change the blocking for That's Alright.  Stay Stage Right of Lorraine. It makes the scene awkward if you don't.
Mark don't prat fall or trip, it looks forced.

Everyone… please don't slouch.  It just looks sloppy.  Stand tall and proud. 

If mistakes are to be made, make them with confidence. 

Always be confident in what you're doing.

THINK during the dances, but don't show it on your face. 

EVERYONE should be singing when it's time to sing.  No one should just be backstage chilling.  There's a time and a place for that. 

HAVE FUN!!!

Reminder: Party today/tonight!

ASU Teeny Bopper Pool Party

(All Cast & Crew Welcome)

Emily and Julie Campbell’s House

81 Green Park Way – Newnan – 678-877-7708

 

Directions:

(HWY 29 South toward Newnan.  Pass Newnan Country Club and take an immediate right onto Old Atlanta Hwy.  Go straight through the stop sign at Country Club Road.  Take a right onto Howard Hughes just after the 2 Little Churches. First right onto Green Park Way.  3^rd mailbox on the right.  Park at the street for easy exit.)

 

Wednesday July 17

4:00pm - ?

Dinner at 5:30.  Grilled hot dogs, soda and chips will be provided.  Bring a side dish or dessert to share and anything special you’d like to drink.

 

Don’t forget your bathing suits and towels! There is plenty of room inside for non-swimmers/non-teeny boppers too!

 

A few more things...

First, thank you for all of your continuous hard work to make this show amazing.  I truly appreciate your dedication!!!

Second, as I mentioned, tomorrow is the last show where you can use your comp tickets. 

Third, Don't forget, you have to be there at 1:30 tomorrow.  Alexia will be there at noon (?), I will be there at 1:00 (or sooner if I can get motivated and alive enough to leave sooner).  

And then... one last thing...

Admittedly, I've been at war with myself.  Part of me wants to just say, we're here, let's just enjoy the show for what it is and so on… Then there's the other part of me that really wants things to be the best that they can be – and I hope you feel this way too – so, that said…here are a few more notes. 

PLEASE read over these and try your best to fix the things you can fix…

Lines after all shook up need to be faster.

Why was there a leather jacket in act two?
Can the special lights (on clown and funhouse) not go out during a little less conversation?
Natalie give your hat to your dad during Fools Fall In Love
Remember to throw your bouquets offstage/behind you… 
There shouldn't be a leather jacket for act two.
Why did the carnival lights go out?
Carnival lights out before if I can dream.
The traveler keeps opening onto the funhouse mirror.
Cast if you see the traveler in front of any set piece and it shouldn't be, nonchalantly fix it please.
React more when earl reveals love for Matilda

In general everyone needs to look like they're having more fun.  Keep up the energy from start until finish. 
Jarrett please stop whispering.

For everyone who needs this note: PROJECT!!! DO NOT count on the mics to always pick you up. 

Is there anyone left who can help Krystle pin her hat on for the wedding?
Don't rush that's alright
Sean don't change the blocking for That's Alright.  Stay Stage Right of Lorraine. It makes the scene awkward if you don't.
Mark don't prat fall or trip, it looks forced.

Everyone… please don't slouch.  It just looks sloppy.  Stand tall and proud. 

If mistakes are to be made, make them with confidence. 

Always be confident in what you're doing.

THINK during the dances, but don't show it on your face. 

EVERYONE should be singing when it's time to sing.  No one should just be backstage chilling.  There's a time and a place for that. 

HAVE FUN!!!

Try these links to access the videos on YouTube *DO NOT SHARE*

Please DO NOT share these with anyone who is not in the show.  - Thank You!

There’s Always Me: http://youtu.be/4cbr51OeFb0

Devil in Disguise: http://youtu.be/gvjDWy89j3c

I Don’t Want To: http://youtu.be/2proDqTh73g

All Shook Up Reprise: http://youtu.be/8cr-a9-evN4

The Power of My Love: http://youtu.be/RvMA-czn3n8

A Little Less Conversation: http://youtu.be/7PailKYaEgM

It Hurts Me: http://youtu.be/_D9okX57Hu8

All Shook Up: http://youtu.be/TujJ1yNedTs

Can’t Help Falling In Love: http://youtu.be/XHgYSxdzx_o

Let Yourself Go: http://youtu.be/pJswRqb2xdw

Blue Suede Shoes: http://youtu.be/0jbwJb7UBWw

Love Me Tender Reprise: http://youtu.be/29qnR4xI63I

Love Me Tender: http://youtu.be/trWo-WanFYI

It’s Now or Never: http://youtu.be/QSBoQmAWQmM

That’s Alright: http://youtu.be/HZlQQ5r2niM

Beth Nicholson wants to share "All Shook Up Photos" with you

Hi there, Beth (bnicholson@camga.com) wants to share some files in a folder called "All Shook Up Photos" with you via Dropbox. View folder Enjoy! - The Dropbox Team © 2013 Dropbox

A message from Olivia...

Cast: Everything I've heard about your rehearsals since last I worked with you makes me SO PROUD! I'm so sad I don't get to see your finished product, but I have confidence that each and every one of you is going to shine! Remember to warm up your voices, "sing out, Louise", and most importantly... Have FUN! Break aallllll the limbs tonight!

Love,

Olivia

Christian City Rehearsal...

The audience loved the show...and what a great audience they were!  The main comments I got were that Act I was slow and seemed to drag.  This can be fixed by going over your lines and saying them more quickly.  This doesn't mean that you need to speed through your lines, but a majority of them could stand to be delivered faster.  Another thing that will help is to have more energy throughout.  Every time you are on stage it shouldn't be/appear/etc...like you're bored or that you're just going through the motions.  Keep it fresh.  

Everyone, if you haven't already, please give Jill a couple of bucks for the water.  Thank You Jill for getting the water for us. 

Each night you do the show it gets better and better.  You're all finally discovering your characters and having fun with the show and it shows.  Keep up the good work.  

My notes went from 4-5 pages over the last few rehearsals to only one page.  Please look over  the notes and try to fix anything that needs to be fixed.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to let me know. 

THANK YOU!

Jared

Just because...

Tech rehearsal started at 2. Everyone is supposed to be here. Everyone is very required by 6.

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On Jul 1, 2013, at 2:57 PM, Jared Wright <stgec75@gmail.com> wrote:

> Starting tomorrow night park in the back of the theatre. The back door will be open. Either just before you come down the stairs or just before you come into the dressing rooms, there will be a sign in sheet. Be sure to put a check or "x" mark beside your name so that we know you are here. If you are not here, you will be called, unless we know that you aren't going to be there. This is starting tomorrow... NOT tonight.
>
> Also, there will be a sign-in sheet for cleaning up. Everyone needs to sign up for at least one night. People who miss their night or are especially bad between now and then will be assigned to multiple nights.
>
> This is what needs to be cleaned (if each of you is considerate of these things, then it shouldn't be difficult to clean up when it's your turn):
>
> 1. All trash is to be picked up from the counter and around all seating and dressing areas. This includes paper products and water bottles and so on.
>
> 2. Each Sunday (or before if necessary) all trash from the dressing areas and the restrooms at the top of the stairs must be taken out.
>
> 3. All make-up must be in its place.
>
> 4. All costumes are to be hung up in the correct place(s).
>
> 5. All props are to be put back in place.
>
> 6. Mirrors and counters should be wiped down.
>
> 7. Paper towels and the like should be restocked in the dressing areas and the restrooms.
>
> 8. If the trash is taken out, replace it with a new trash bag.
>
> 9. On Sunday, vacuum unless it isn't needed.
>
> 10. Other responsibilities to be added by the Stage Managers or Directors if necessary.
>

Parking and Signing In...

Starting tomorrow night park in the back of the theatre.  The back door will be open.  Either just before you come down the stairs or just before you come into the dressing rooms, there will be a sign in sheet.  Be sure to put a check or "x" mark beside your name so that we know you are here.  If you are not here, you will be called, unless we know that you aren't going to be there.  This is starting tomorrow... NOT tonight.  

Also, there will be a sign-in sheet for cleaning up.  Everyone needs to sign up for at least one night.  People who miss their night or are especially bad between now and then will be assigned to multiple nights.  

This is what needs to be cleaned (if each of you is considerate of these things, then it shouldn't be difficult to clean up when it's your turn):

 

1. All trash is to be picked up from the counter and around all seating and dressing areas.  This includes paper products and water bottles and so on.

2. Each Sunday (or before if necessary) all trash from the dressing areas and the restrooms at the top of the stairs must be taken out.  

3. All make-up must be in its place.  

4. All costumes are to be hung up in the correct place(s).  

5. All props are to be put back in place.  

6. Mirrors and counters should be wiped down. 

7. Paper towels and the like should be restocked in the dressing areas and the restrooms.  

8. If the trash is taken out, replace it with a new trash bag. 

9. On Sunday, vacuum unless it isn't needed.  

10. Other responsibilities to be added by the Stage Managers or Directors if necessary. 

COMP Tickets

As you may or may not know, you will all receive two (2) comp tickets.  

These have to be used during the first weekend of the performances.  

They can/will not be allowed beyond the first weekend.  This means that you can use them for Thursday, Friday, Satruday or Sunday of the first weekend.

The person you give them to will need to make reservations either by calling the box office (770-969-0956) or going to www.stgplays.com and looking for reservations.  Be sure to have them put "COMP TICKETS" in the special instructions section. 

Once the reservations have been made and confirmed, they will need to bring the comp tickets with them to the show.  The comp tickets are essentially their payment to get into the show, so they must be present.  If the comp tickets aren't present they will be charged for their tickets that evening.  If you are providing the tickets to the Box Office on their behalf, the tickets need to be there before Box Office opens that evening.  

**NO cast member is allowed to be in the lobby after Box Office opens.  

Opening Night Gala.  Encourage your comp ticket users to come on opening night.  We will provide free snacks and drinks for our opening night patrons.  

Also, while we cannot tell you how to use your comp tickets, what works well and "spreads the love" is to give one to a couple and the other to another couple so that their tickets are 1/2 off each rather than giving two to one couple.  Just saying.

You'll receive your comp tickets soon.  

Any questions?  Comments?  Concerns?  

Let me know...

THANK YOU!

Jared

The schedule until we open...

Good afternoon everyone.  This is the schedule until we open:

MONDAY, July 1, 2013: NO SCRIPTS

4:00 – Alexia will be at the theatre to help with choreography

7:00 (or earlier) – 7:30: Work on either (or both) Music (sectionals) or Choreography

7:30 – 8:00: Teach "All Shook Up."

8:00 – 1030: Run show w/out stopping

10:30 – 11:00: Notes

TUESDAY, July 2, 2013: NO SCRIPTS

4:00 – Alexia will be at the theatre to help with choreography (???)

7:00 (or earlier) – 7:30: Work on either (or both) Music (sectionals) or Choreography

7:30 – 8:00: Teach "All Shook Up."

8:00 – 1030: Run show w/out stopping

10:30 – 11:00: Notes

WEDNESDAY, July 3, 2013: NO SCRIPTS/NO CALLING LINE

 4:00 – Alexia will be at the theatre to help with choreography (???)

7:00 (or earlier) – 8:00: Work on either (or both) Music (sectionals) or Choreography

8:00 – 1030: Run show w/out stopping

10:30 – 11:00: Note

THURSDAY, July 4, 2013:

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!!! NO REHEARSAL!!!

FRIDAY, July 5, 2013:

7:00 – 9:00 Work with the leads.

Any ensemble member, who wants to come and work on music and choreography, may do so.  Remember, we'll only have a few rehearsals left, so use the time wisely.         

SATURDAY, July 6, 2013:

10:00 am – 4:00 pm: FINAL WORK CALL… if you can, please come by and help. 

SUNDAY, July 7, 2013:

2:00 – 5:00 Tech

5:00 – 6:00 Dinner

6:00 – 9:00 Run

MONDAY, July 8, 2013:

4:00 – Alexia will be at the theatre to help with choreography (???)

7:00 (or earlier) – 8:00: Work on either (or both) Music (sectionals) or Choreography

8:00 – 1030: Run show w/out stopping

TUESDAY, July 9, 2013: CHRISTIAN CITY NIGHT!  Preview Audience.       

7:00 Call

8:00 Performance

10:30 (or so) Greet the audience after the show (in the lobby)

WEDNESDAY, July 10, 2013: NO REHEARSAL – UNLESS NEEDED

THURSDAY – SUNDAY, July 11 – 14; FRIDAY – SUNDAY, 19 – 21; FRIDAY – SUNDAY, July 26 – 28:

7:00 Call

8:00 Performance

10:30 (or so) Greet the audience after the show (in the lobby)

***SUNDAY, JULY 28, 2013: Everyone is required to strike the set.  Please make plans accordingly.  We also generally have stuff to eat there, so it ends up feeling more like a party; however, things need to come down to the ground, costumes and props need to be put back where they belong and all must be neat and tidy before we can leave.  THANK YOU!!!