Wednesday, March 30, 2016
T-shirts are coming!
ANNIE t-shirts for cast and crew will be available for pickup at the end of tomorrow's rehearsal. We ask that all performers and crew wear their shirts on Friday, April 1, AND Thursday, April 7, to help build buzz and excitement for the show. Many thanks for your participation!
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
It's crunch time! Are YOU signed up to help?
Only four more rehearsals (five for crew!) until opening night of ANNIE is upon us!
We are grateful for all the parent help we've received so far, with costumes, sets and props, snacks during rehearsals, and more. But there's still more to do, and more help needed, during dress rehearsals and performances next week. Many of you have already signed up to help with pre-show makeup, hair, and costumes, as well as the cast and crew party after Saturday's performance. Thank you!
What we need most right now are adults to supervise the performers and crew backstage, both during dress rehearsals and during the performances. We need people to watch the kids when they're not on stage, and make sure they're in the wings ready for their cues when it's time to be on stage. The signup is structured in two shifts: one shift helps get the kids ready before the performance starts (so those folks can watch the show that night); the second helps during the performance (so those folks will watch another night).
There are a LOT of performers and crew in this show, which means a lot of kids to wrangle. If you can help, please sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090c4daeac29aa8-annie
Thanks again!
We are grateful for all the parent help we've received so far, with costumes, sets and props, snacks during rehearsals, and more. But there's still more to do, and more help needed, during dress rehearsals and performances next week. Many of you have already signed up to help with pre-show makeup, hair, and costumes, as well as the cast and crew party after Saturday's performance. Thank you!
What we need most right now are adults to supervise the performers and crew backstage, both during dress rehearsals and during the performances. We need people to watch the kids when they're not on stage, and make sure they're in the wings ready for their cues when it's time to be on stage. The signup is structured in two shifts: one shift helps get the kids ready before the performance starts (so those folks can watch the show that night); the second helps during the performance (so those folks will watch another night).
There are a LOT of performers and crew in this show, which means a lot of kids to wrangle. If you can help, please sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090c4daeac29aa8-annie
Thanks again!
Friday, March 25, 2016
Costume questions answered!
Yesterday your child brought home a list of costume items he or she should supply. We ran out of time, unfortunately, before we could give fuller explanations of each item and answer all the performers' questions. We hope this post will make things clearer (and if not, feel free to email us at jgmsmusical@gmail.com with your questions).
FEMALE PERFORMER BASICS
We ask that all the women in the cast have basic foundation garments: a neutral-colored cami or leotard, and black tap pants (also called booty shorts) or bike shorts. This allows the girls to make quick changes in semi-public areas (backstage, hallways) without fear of overexposure. If you don't already own these, Forever 21, H&M, and Marshall's/TJMaxx typically have super-cheap options.
Orphans should also have black footless leggings to wear under their dresses. Not everyone will end up needing them (some have longer dresses than others), but they're a nice bit of security and flexibility while climbing on bunk beds and doing cartwheels or splits. (Click on any picture to view larger.)
FOOTWEAR
Character shoes and jazz shoes are recommended for most female performers. If your child does not already have these kinds of shoes from prior dance/theatre experience, you do NOT need to go buy them (decent dance shoes in adult sizes can run upwards of $75). Shoes with a similar style and heel will work just as well.
Orphans and Hoovers should ideally have some kind of combat-style, lace-up boot, like this (I can't remember if we got these at Target or Marshall's. Apparently Doc Martens and Doc-style boots are back in fashion now, thank goodness).
Male performers should have simple black shoes. Black sneakers typically do NOT work, because the soles are often in a contrasting color and look too modern.
The most important thing for all performers is to have shoes that are comfortable and secure for walking and dancing. If your child is wearing heels at any point and isn't used to walking in them, she should practice on stage in them as soon as possible.
If you have costume items that your child doesn't need, but another performer might, please let us know, and we can figure out a cast costume exchange system. All lent items should be clearly labeled, and borrowed items should be cleaned before being returned.
COSTUME STORAGE
All performers must bring a storage box with lid, labeled with his or her full name, on Tuesday, March 29. Students were instructed to bring the bins directly to the auditorium in the morning, before heading to their lockers or first period. Bins should be big enough to store all costume pieces, including shoes (so a standard shoebox will NOT be big enough). Grocery bags and other bags are not sturdy enough or stackable enough to work either. If you have trouble locating a suitable bin, please let us know.
If you have any other questions, we're only an email away.
-- Lariza and Emily
FEMALE PERFORMER BASICS
We ask that all the women in the cast have basic foundation garments: a neutral-colored cami or leotard, and black tap pants (also called booty shorts) or bike shorts. This allows the girls to make quick changes in semi-public areas (backstage, hallways) without fear of overexposure. If you don't already own these, Forever 21, H&M, and Marshall's/TJMaxx typically have super-cheap options.
Orphans should also have black footless leggings to wear under their dresses. Not everyone will end up needing them (some have longer dresses than others), but they're a nice bit of security and flexibility while climbing on bunk beds and doing cartwheels or splits. (Click on any picture to view larger.)
FOOTWEAR
Character shoes and jazz shoes are recommended for most female performers. If your child does not already have these kinds of shoes from prior dance/theatre experience, you do NOT need to go buy them (decent dance shoes in adult sizes can run upwards of $75). Shoes with a similar style and heel will work just as well.
Other shoe style options for female performers that would work just fine.
Orphans and Hoovers should ideally have some kind of combat-style, lace-up boot, like this (I can't remember if we got these at Target or Marshall's. Apparently Doc Martens and Doc-style boots are back in fashion now, thank goodness).
Male performers should have simple black shoes. Black sneakers typically do NOT work, because the soles are often in a contrasting color and look too modern.
The most important thing for all performers is to have shoes that are comfortable and secure for walking and dancing. If your child is wearing heels at any point and isn't used to walking in them, she should practice on stage in them as soon as possible.
If you have costume items that your child doesn't need, but another performer might, please let us know, and we can figure out a cast costume exchange system. All lent items should be clearly labeled, and borrowed items should be cleaned before being returned.
COSTUME STORAGE
All performers must bring a storage box with lid, labeled with his or her full name, on Tuesday, March 29. Students were instructed to bring the bins directly to the auditorium in the morning, before heading to their lockers or first period. Bins should be big enough to store all costume pieces, including shoes (so a standard shoebox will NOT be big enough). Grocery bags and other bags are not sturdy enough or stackable enough to work either. If you have trouble locating a suitable bin, please let us know.
If you have any other questions, we're only an email away.
-- Lariza and Emily
Monday, March 21, 2016
Posters are ready!
Thanks to those of you who offered to publicize ANNIE around town. The posters are ready for pickup and should be posted no earlier than Thursday, 3/24 (when tickets go on sale).
If you signed up for a location, your posters will come home with your child after rehearsal tomorrow. We still need people to solicit businesses at Stop & Shop Plaza, and 200 Great Road (Asiana, Prince Street Cafe, etc.). If you can help -- or if you have other locations in mind -- please sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0a48aeaf2da57-annie
If you signed up for a location, your posters will come home with your child after rehearsal tomorrow. We still need people to solicit businesses at Stop & Shop Plaza, and 200 Great Road (Asiana, Prince Street Cafe, etc.). If you can help -- or if you have other locations in mind -- please sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0a48aeaf2da57-annie
New signups added!
Signups are now available for backstage supervision and makeup assistance, for both dress rehearsals and performances.
To help with makeup for dress rehearsal (4/4 only) and performances:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0b48aaa92da64-make/24451818
To sign up for backstage supervision:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090c4daeac29aa8-annie
To help with makeup for dress rehearsal (4/4 only) and performances:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0b48aaa92da64-make/24451818
To sign up for backstage supervision:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090c4daeac29aa8-annie
Sunday, March 20, 2016
Help spread the word on Facebook!
Please feel free to upload the image below as your profile pic on Facebook (or copy it from Emily's profile, if you're connected with her). Help us spread the word about the show!
Saturday, March 19, 2016
Three weeks to go!
You should all have received an email from Emily and Lariza on Saturday morning, with information about the next three weeks. Reminders:
We hope your child is enjoying the rehearsal process. The show is looking great!
- Rehearsals from this point forward are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for all cast and crew. For performance week, dress rehearsals are Monday and Tuesday, with tech-only rehearsal on Wednesday. Please watch the blog for any updates.
- Signups are now available for makeup and hair assistance, poster distribution, ticket sales and ushering, and photography. Signups are coming soon for backstage supervision and cast/crew party help. Please visit the links page to see all the signups; http://jgmsmusical.blogspot.com/p/links-to-signup-genius.html
We hope your child is enjoying the rehearsal process. The show is looking great!
Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Tickets, posters, and more
First: yes, there IS rehearsal on Thursday 3/17 for full cast and crew till 4:30.
Second: tickets that were pre-ordered by cast and crew will be distributed at rehearsal next Tuesday, 3/22 (not 3/17, as previously stated). If you did not get your tickets during the pre-sale, tickets for the general public will go on sale on Thursday, March 24, at the JGMS, Davis, and Lane offices, and at Great Road Gallery and Framing.
Third: We need help distributing posters around town, to local businesses and other organizations. The signup for various plazas and other locations is here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0a48aeaf2da57-annie Please help us spread the word, to ensure we have full houses for each performance!
Second: tickets that were pre-ordered by cast and crew will be distributed at rehearsal next Tuesday, 3/22 (not 3/17, as previously stated). If you did not get your tickets during the pre-sale, tickets for the general public will go on sale on Thursday, March 24, at the JGMS, Davis, and Lane offices, and at Great Road Gallery and Framing.
Third: We need help distributing posters around town, to local businesses and other organizations. The signup for various plazas and other locations is here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0a48aeaf2da57-annie Please help us spread the word, to ensure we have full houses for each performance!
Monday, March 14, 2016
NO REHEARSAL on TUESDAY, MARCH 15th. Go Bucs!
Annie Cast and Crew are excused from rehearsal tomorrow. Instead we will have a full cast and crew rehearsal next WEDNESDAY, March 23rd, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Hopefully everyone will stay healthy and be ready for some hard work as we slide into the homestretch. I know you join me in wishing the best to the BHS Varsity basketball team and cheerleaders tomorrow.
Thanks everyone.
Mrs. Budka
Thanks everyone.
Mrs. Budka
Monday, March 7, 2016
Ticket orders due THIS THURSDAY, 3/10!
Don't forget that cast and crew ticket pre-sales are due THIS THURSDAY, 3/10, NO EXCEPTIONS. Order forms should be returned to Mrs. Budka or mailed to Mrs. Bernstein at the address on the form.
The order form can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B660IsEULU2PSTFJTVF0bDZyd0FxcmJEM2hOd0ZjcEpDSThz/view
The order form can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B660IsEULU2PSTFJTVF0bDZyd0FxcmJEM2hOd0ZjcEpDSThz/view
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