Get involved!
Joining Shoestring
Shoestring isn't just for those who like being on stage - we have a wonderful community of members who assist in production management, costume, props, set, lighting, sound, hair and make-up, music and more. Many of our members support multiple areas so you don't have to limit yourself to one discipline. In fact, we encourage you not to! The best way to keep informed of what roles are available in future productions - both on stage and backstage - is to become a member and receive our monthly newsletter. It is through this newsletter that you will receive audition notices, lists of backstage roles available and contact details to get involved.
Play Readings
Whether you want to be on stage or off, play readings are a great way to learn about an upcoming show, meet the director and meet other Shoestring members. Read-through evenings are relaxed and fun and are open to all, whether you decide you'd like to be involved or not. Play readings are typically held four to five months before the scheduled performance and the director and members of the production team will be on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you may have. Next play reading: Bakkhai by Anne Carson Director - Ellen Fraser Location: Stamford Arts Centre Dates: December
You're In a Show! What Does That Mean?
There are usually 12 weeks rehearsal of three evenings per week (Mon, Wed & Thu) in the Arts Centre, plus occasional Sundays for large cast shows, depending on the role. Get-in, technical rehearsal and a dress rehearsal take place on the Sunday prior to the production week. There will be a full-dress rehearsal on the Monday of the production week. All cast and crew will be expected to attend the final week of rehearsal, then both Sunday and Monday of Performance week. Lack of availability must be advised to the Director as soon as possible to avoid wasted rehearsal time. If successfully cast, and not a current member, you will be expected to pay your Membership Subscription before full rehearsals begin. It’s still only a fiver!
Auditions
Auditions are open to anyone, irrespective of membership or experience. Auditions are normally held on a Tuesday or Friday evening in the Arts Centre a couple of weeks after the read through. The audition notice in the newsletter contains a synopsis of the play, a description of the characters and relevant dates and contact details. It may also contain a list of audition pieces so that any potential cast members can prepare for their audition. Scripts and audition pieces will be available to borrow at the read through.
Play Reading Dates
We do group readings of all plays ahead of auditons. You don't have to be a member to come to play readings; they are open to all! Next play reading: Bakkhai by Anne Carson Director - Ellen Fraser Location: Stamford Arts Centre Dates: December
Membership
To support Shoestring or participate, join Stamford Shoestring Theatre as a member... ...and gain the opportunity to take part on stage or behind the scenes. Make friends and socialise with people who share a common passion for theatre. Members receive regular newsletters, giving details about productions, invitations to other non-Shoestring events and special offers to Stamford Arts Centre shows. Members can take part in productions. To join, fill in the online form below (under construction!). Or click on LEARN MORE to reach and download the membership form. Or email the Membership Secretary at membership@stamfordshoestring.com
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