Saturday 11 May 2013

3. Roles for the production - Hierarchy







Above is a hierarchical structure of a production team in the theatre industry. Evidently, they must all work together in order for the show to be a success. Most of the jobs interlink because effective communication between departments is vital, predominantly with the management and technical departments. For example, the DSM must be able to contact the SM or ASM backstage to tell them to turn down the haze machine. Likewise, the DSM must contact the lighting and sound operators to tell them when a cue is close by. This is important because of timing. The SM is responsible for all areas below it, they must ensure everyone in all areas are on track and help them where possible- for example they might help the Props and Costume department if they need help sourcing props.
On the nights of the show, we will all be able to communicate via Headsets with mics (coms.)

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