ALMOST, MAINE
STUDENT / PARENT AGREEMENT

In order for your son or daughter to audition, you must read and sign this form.  There is a space at the end for questions or comments. 

REHEARSALS / ABSENCES
Rehearsals begin September 6th and will run usually Tuesdays through Thursdays, after school from 2:45 to 5:00pm. Show dates are on November 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15 at 7pm.
Please note that the actors do not have to attend rehearsals on the days we are doing scenes that they are not in. Students are not allowed to miss rehearsals unless they have notified Mr. Eldredge well in advance, and only under special circumstances. In addition, students are not allowed to perform on days they miss school, or skip school the following day to rest.
Tech Rehearsals (October 28, 1:30 to 4pm, October 29th & 30th, 3 to 8pm, and October 31st 3 to 6pm).  Under no circumstances will actors be excused from the tech rehearsals.  If a student misses a tech rehearsal they will not be allowed to be in the show.  It is critical that we have consistent attendance or we won’t be ready in time. These three days are LONG, and sometimes run overtime, so I advise students bring a sack dinner, and homework to work on when not onstage. 
Super Saturday:  There is also a “Super Saturday” rehearsal on Oct. 26th from 10 – 4pm. During this day we will work as a group to help complete the set, paint, sew costumes, finish any scene work, etc. During this day we invite any parents who can help out to join us as we prepare for our final week of tech!
CONDUCT
	The students are expected to conduct themselves accordingly and follow all of the Whitney High School rules of conduct.  If a student is continually disruptive or doing something that is illegal, or could be potentially harmful to themselves or others, they will be immediately dismissed from the play. The administration will be notified and a course of action will then be taken. Cast members are expected to conduct themselves with a positive attitude and as a productive part of the team. 
GRADES - - The students are expected to follow the same rules regarding eligibility that are required of the teams at WHS.  Please refer to the “Student Handbook” for eligibility policies.  Student eligibility is determined by the last grading period, not by progress reports.  A student is allowed to rehearse for the show but will not be allowed to perform if they are not eligible.  The student will be given a reasonable amount of time to raise their grades.  If they don’t do it within that time period they will be dismissed. STUDENTS WHO INCUR MORE THAN ONE “NO MARK” MAY BE DISMISSED FROM THE PRODUCTION. In order to audition, students must provide a current grade printout. See the counseling secretary to have one printed.
COSTUMES
	For this production, students will be required to provide costume pieces on their own. Costs for costume pieces will be affordable, and most pieces may be borrowed or found at a local Goodwill or similar thrift store at minimal cost. The director will give clarification on what costumes to procure.  
BACKSTAGE BEHAVIOR -- Backstage during a performance, students are expected to behave in a professional, appropriate manner. No photography is allowed backstage, or any area where students are changing. 
A GENERAL NOTE TO PARENTS --. A play’s cast depends on each and every student to do his or her part to support the production. If one student fails to show up to rehearsal, or fails to learn his or her lines, everyone else suffers for it. For those reasons if I perceive your son or daughter to be neglectful of his or her responsibilities, I may be forced to find a replacement. If you perceive this commitment will too greatly compromise your child’s academic, religious, or family obligations, I advise you to refrain from letting your child participate. There’s always next time!! J

SIGNATURE FORM

	We have read the “Agreement” and fully understand the commitment involved.  We agree to the above terms and will allow our son or daughter to participate in ALMOST, MAINE

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Parent/Guardian’s Name (printed)			Parent email

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Parent/Guardian’s Signature                          Parent contact number

I have reviewed the attached calendar, and am aware of the rehearsal dates and times, including tech week and Super Saturday (Please initial here) _____

Parents are required to offer support in one of the following areas. Please circle the area you will be able to help:
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SELLING CONCESSIONS. Selling concessions during performances.

TICKET SALES. Selling tickets before the start of performances.

STUDENTS:

I have read the following and understand the level of commitment that is expected in order to be a part of ALMOST, MAINE  and agree to those terms.  I also understand that I will be dismissed if I do not meet those terms.

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Student Name (printed)                     Student Signature                          Date                           

Thank you for your participation!
Rick Eldredge, WHS THEATRE ARTS
reldredge@rocklin.k12.ca.us

THIS FORM MUST BE SIGNED AND RETURNED TO MR. ELDREDGE PRIOR TO THE STUDENT’S AUDITION. THE STUDENT WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO AUDITION WITHOUT IT.