Module 19: House Management (Optional)

Module 19: House Management (Optional)

Suggested Time: 1-2 hours

Foundational Objectives

To recognize and appreciate the collaborative process involved in a theatre production.
To understand the roles and responsibilities of production personnel.
To access and use community and other resources.

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

To apply the fundamentals of theatre in both the planning and production stages of theatre. (CCT)
To access human resources in the home and community. (IL)

Note: Other CELs may be emphasized.

Learning Objectives

Notes

19.1 To understand the roles of the house manager. (IL)

Review and discuss:

duties
traffic flow
emergency evacuation procedures (e.g., fire exits, emergency restrictions)
ticket collection and programme distribution
concession policy
house rules: training the audience
public relations and trouble-shooting
audience calls
starting on time
communication with the stage manager.

Students may interview community theatre house managers in order to understand fully the practical requirements of this position. If it is feasible, the students may volunteer as ushers in order to assist the house manager and front-of-house personnel.

19.2 To create a house manager's handbook for the school's theatre facility.

Consider the following:

seating
house rules
emergency and evacuation procedures
audience calls communication.

Develop a House Manager's Handbook for your theatre or performance space. (CCT)