What: This is an audition cover sheet that you can use to cast shows authentically while still respecting privacy and boundaries. It's particularly helpful while working with Transgender and Nonbinary actors.
For: Directors Producers Stage Managers
What: This is a google form template that you can use to collect cast information, such as access needs, allergies, and emergency contacts.
For: Directors Producers Stage Managers
What: Do you need to divide your dressing rooms by gender? Here is a questionnaire to pass on to your cast to help determine the best way to split up actors. This is particularly helpful if you have TGNC actors. Note: if you are under an Equity contract, you may need to reach out for a waiver. Reference contract section 55(A) (1) and (2).
For: Stage Managers Producers Administrators Educators
Line Drawn Community Standards
What: The Line Drawn Initiative works to prevent harassment and abuse in the New England performing arts community. By developing programs and resources specifically for the needs of the New England performing arts community, Line Drawn aims to create safer and more equitable work environments.
For: All Theatre Artists
What: This is a template of questions you can use if you are working with students. This has traditionally been used for showcases, but could also be adapted for any bespoke scene selection process.
For: Directors Educators
Actors/Performers/Dancers
Administrators
Educators
Stage Managers/Production Managers/Designers/Technicians
All Theatre Artists
Intimacy/Movement/Fight Directors
Playwrights/Dramaturgs
Directors/Producers/Casting Directors/Choreographers
Music Directors/Musicians