Designer Brief 

 

About the Project

 

GreenHouse Theatre Project are creating their third ACE funded immersive performance in Stoke-On-Trent. A company that produces exciting and bold theatre inspired by the people and buildings of Stoke-On-Trent, they are currently looking for a theatre designer for their next show, The Station (working title). This production will follow the journey of a young girl searching for a sense of home as she tries to find where she belongs in this strange new city. Travelling through Stoke-On-Trent train station, on a 1970’s bus and arriving at B-Arts warehouse, featuring a cast of four, the audience will adventure around the city meeting larger than life characters as the story unfolds. 

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Design deadlines

Design Concept: 

Preliminary designs for set and costumes: 16th of August 2024

Final designs for set and costumes: 2nd of Sept 2024

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Dates

Rehearsals (Table Work) Thurs 19th, Fri 20th & Sat 21st Sept (Buxton)

Rehearsals Monday 23rd - Friday 27th Sept (Buxton) - (*Set Fit-Up at Stoke Station)

Rehearsals Monday 30th Sept - Sat 6th Oct (Stoke-On-Trent) - (*Set Fit up at B Arts)

Tech Week Beginning Monday 7th Oct

Technical Rehearsals: 8th October

Dress Rehearsal: 9th October

First Show Day  (2 shows per day) Thursday 10th Oct

Second Show Day (2 shows per days) Friday 11th Oct

Third Show Day (2 shows per day) Saturday 12th Oct

Get Out 13th Oct

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Responsibilities
The Set Designer will be expected to create a durable set and costume design which shall cover two spaces; the old bookstore in Stoke train station and the warehouse space in B-Arts.

The designer will work with the Production Manager to build, resource and install the set, props and costumes within budget according to the production schedule. 

We are looking for:

Someone interested in creating small-medium scale work in a multi-venue site-specific production to include set and costume design.

Someone interested in making work in as close to carbon neutral as possible.

Must have west-midlands/North West base and able to travel to Stoke-On-Trent/ Buxton. 

A collaborative and open hearted team player who enjoys working on new works.

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Fee

A fee of £3000, paid in instalments. (Equates to approx 15 days  - days required to be agreed between directors and designer)

Travel expenses of up to £350 to cover the rehearsal and performance period. Payment for expenses paid upon proof of receipt. 

 

Materials Budget

A materials budget of £3000 is available to cover all resources including set build, transport of set, costumes and props. All purchases to be reconciled with invoices/receipts. 

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How to apply
Please send a CV and covering letter to greenhousetpuk@gmail.com by 5pm on Monday 29th July

Please detail:

Why you are interested in working on the production.

Why this is the correct opportunity for your professional development.

Your relevant experience and what you can bring to the role

Please also include a link or photograph of the piece of your design work that you are most proud of and tell us why. 

We are looking to add to the diversity of our workforce and would therefore particularly welcome applications from communities who are currently under represented in the industry.

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Job Description 

Production Manager/ DSM for “The Station” 

 

About the Project

 

GreenHouse Theatre Project are creating their third ACE funded immersive performance in Stoke-On-Trent. A company that produces exciting and bold theatre inspired by the people and buildings of Stoke-On-Trent, they are currently looking for a Production Manager/DSM for their next show, The Station (working title). This production will follow the journey of a young girl searching for a sense of home as she tries to find where she belongs in this strange new city. Travelling through Stoke-On-Trent train station, on a 1970’s bus and arriving at B-Arts warehouse, featuring a cast of four, the audience will adventure around the city meeting larger than life characters as the story unfolds. 

 

Project Dates 

Rehearsals (Table Work) Thurs 19th, Fri 20th & Sat 21st Sept (Buxton)

Rehearsals Monday 23rd - Friday 27th Sept (Buxton) - (*Set Fit-Up at Stoke Station)

Rehearsals Monday 30th Sept - Sat 6th Oct (Stoke-On-Trent) - (*Set Fit up at B Arts)

Tech Week Beginning Monday 7th Oct

Technical Rehearsals: 8th October

Dress Rehearsal: 9th October

First Show Day  (2 shows per day) Thursday 10th Oct

Second Show Day (2 shows per days) Friday 11th Oct

Third Show Day (2 shows per day) Saturday 12th Oct

Get Out 13th Oct

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As Production Manager: 

• Work collaboratively with the company and venues.

• Attend Preliminary Design Meeting with Creative Team (mid-August - date TBC based on availability) & Final design meeting (early Sept - date TBC based on availability). 

• Draw up, maintain and share a live production schedule with the whole team. 

• Verify design is within budget parameters in liaison with designer, feedback to Directors. 

• Collate responses from production team after design meetings and feedback to Designer and Directors. 

• Fit up set in venues with Designer. 

• Ensure build RAMS and H&S documentation are agreed and completed before build commences in each venue. Ensure materials are ordered in a timely fashion, within budget.

• Arrange resources for the Rehearsal Rooms in Stoke. 

• Ensure rehearsals RAMS are completed prior to rehearsals starting and updated before commencing any new activity.

• Arrange and lead production meetings during rehearsals, weekly, this can be over zoom.

• Ensure design drawings are kept up to date and issued to the whole team. Negotiate any design issues or changes with Designer and team during build.

• Ensure any on site issues are managed appropriately and solutions agreed. Facilitate effective regular communication amongst the team.

• Ensure performance RAMS are completed prior to Tech Week and updated as needed. 

• Ensure build, fit-up and tech schedules, and RAMS are adhered to. To ensure that all possible steps are taken to ensure the safety of cast, crew and audience in relation to the production.

 

As Deputy Stage Manager

• Be in the rehearsal room from 30th September, taking over being on the book from the directors as DSM.

• Support the Cast and creative team in the rehearsal room. 

• Share daily rehearsal notes to all departments. 

• Create, manage and track audience routes, actor “on stage” and backstage plots and prop journeys. 

• Create and send rehearsal schedules. 

• Schedule and attend rehearsals, run the technical and dress rehearsals. 

• Call each performance, noting any issues and sharing show reports. 

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We are looking for

• Someone interested in creating small-medium scale work in a multi-venue site-specific production. 

• Someone interested in making work in as close to carbon neutral as possible.

• Must have West-Midlands/North West base and be able to travel to Stoke-On-Trent/ Buxton. 

• A collaborative and open hearted team player who enjoys working on new works.

• Someone who is comfortable working across roles. 

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Fee

A fee of £2400, paid in instalments. Equates to 21 days (days required to be agreed between Directors and Production Manager/DSM.) 

Accommodation provided in Stoke-On-Trent from 23rd Sept if no local base OR travel expenses of up to £450 to cover the rehearsal and performance period. Payment for expenses paid upon proof of receipt. 

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How to apply

Please send a CV and covering letter to greenhousetpuk@gmail.com by 5pm on Monday 29th July

Please detail:

Why you are interested in working on the production.

Your relevant experience and what you can bring to the role

We are looking to add to the diversity of our workforce and would therefore particularly welcome applications from communities who are currently under represented in the industry.

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Local Actors

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About the Project

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Join us for an immersive adventure across the city of Stoke-On-Trent as we follow our young protagonist as she chases the feeling of ‘home’ and looks to find her place within her new world.

 

This is a new work inspired by workshops and sharings with the communities of Stoke-On-Trent. Please note this is an immersive show that travels across various venues and includes audience interaction. Performers must have excellent story-telling skills, willing to work in non-traditional theatre spaces & an open-hearted approach to theatre making.

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Role

Left Luggage Porter.

 

They are eccentric, kind & curious. (potential multi-role) 

Playing Age: Any

Gender: Any

Ethnicity: Any

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Dates: 19th, 20th, 21st September Table work in Buxton

Mon 23rd through to Friday 27th September rehearsals in Buxton

Mon 30th Sept through to Saturday 5th of October rehearsals in Stoke-On-Trent

Mon 7th through to Wed 9th of Oct Tech & Dress rehearsals in Stoke-On-Trent

Thurs 10th Oct Performances (2 show days)

Fri 11th Oct Performances (2 show days)

Sat 12th Oct Performances (2 show days)

*Please note due to short rehearsal time actors will need to be available for all dates.

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Fee: 3 days table work @ £120 p/d

3 weeks @ £572.25 

TOTAL £2076.75

Audition in person, 5th of August New Vic Theatre

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Local actor to Stoke-On-Trent only. No accommodation provided so must be in commutable distance of the city. Travel expenses of up to £150 to cover the rehearsal and performance period. Payment for expenses paid upon proof of receipt. Please note the option of car share with a member of the creative team shall be offered for the rehearsal week in Buxton.

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Skills: We are looking for a strong story teller with excellent audience interaction skills and experience in multi-role. Strong singing voice a bonus but not requirement. Must be comfortable performing in non traditional theatre spaces.

 

Please email your experience and spotlight link to greenhousetpuk@gmail.com 
 

Role

 Warehouse Caretaker/Pottery Designer (Multi-role)

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Playing Age: Any

Gender: Any

Ethnicity: Any

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Dates: 19th, 20th, 21st September Table work in Buxton

Mon 23rd through to Friday 27th September rehearsals in Buxton

Mon 30th Sept through to Saturday 5th of October rehearsals in Stoke-On-Trent

Mon 7th through to Wed 9th of Oct Tech rehearsals in Stoke-On-Trent

Thurs 10th Oct Performances (2 show days)

Fri 11th Oct Performances (2 show days)

Sat 12th Oct Performances (2 show days)

*Please note due to short rehearsal time actors will need to be available for all dates.

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Fee: 3 days table work @ £120 p/d

3 weeks @ £572.25 

TOTAL £2076.75

Audition in person, 5th of August New Vic Theatre

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Local actor to Stoke-On-Trent only. No accommodation provided so must be in commutable distance of the city. Travel expenses of up to £150 to cover the rehearsal and performance period. Payment for expenses paid upon proof of receipt. Please note the option of car share with a member of the creative team shall be offered for the rehearsal week in Buxton.

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Skills: We are looking for a strong story teller with experience in multi-role. Strong singing voice a bonus but not a requirement. Must be comfortable performing in non-traditional theatre spaces.

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Please email your experience and spotlight link to greenhousetpuk@gmail.com