The Stage Manager assigns a time for each member of the cast or band to be at the theatre for rehearsals, sound-checks and showtime. It is essential to be punctual for the call-times given. Upon arrival, check-in with the Stage Manager to be ticked off the list. The show is a live event that requires each person to fulfill their work individually yet to be responsible and still be part of a team. If one person in the team does not show up on time to perform their duty or role, it affects the whole show. For instance, if Romeo does not appear below the balcony to confess his undying love to Juliet, the performance will be pretty disappointing!
Time allocated for rehearsals and sound-check is precious time to practice until the performance is perfect. Preparation, focus and commitment are essential during this time. If the orchestra and band turned up without knowing the music the rehearsal would be pointless, in other words without music the songs could not be played or sung. When waiting to be sound-checked be patient, courteous and quiet. The stage, sound and lighting crew need this time to organize each actor, musician or singer’s microphones and music equipment including movement and placement of props and setting of spotlights with a safe environment (without wires). To create the right sound, lighting and stage dynamics takes a lot of concentration and effort. This is for your benefit, be mindful and do not play your instrument, sing or say your lines until asked or told to stop.
The people backstage make the show run like clockwork with the magic of ambience and affect. The lighting crew ensures that the lead singers, dancers and musicians have a spotlight during their solos to create a real, wow-factor. The stage crew moves all the props, backdrops and equipment into place at the right time for each person when arriving on stage between scene and set changes, so that the performer is set to simply walk on stage and just play. The sound crew enhances the voices and instruments to be heard properly for the audience to receive a quality audio experience. Just because the people backstage are not in the spotlight to receive a standing ovation, it does not mean that the people onstage can take all the credit for it, not be grateful and polite to the incredible creativity of the stage, sound and lighting crews. Without them the fireworks would not happen, so always acknowledge them and show thanks.
Backstage is where the dressing rooms are for the each person to keep their costumes, hair products, make-up, music equipment and props. Out of respect is it only good manners to not touch or use personal belongings that are not yours. Keep your area tidy and clean and do not leave valuables lying around or overnight. Each person is responsible for his or her own security and personal hygiene – ensure your clothing is clean and perspiration well deodorized! In-between sets touch up hair and make-up, as well as check the costume appropriately.
Whilst waiting to come on stage, be punctual by arriving 10 minutes earlier, wait quietly, do not chit-chatter or laugh (the audience will hear you), do not touch the wings (the audience will see movement of the side curtains from the auditorium), do not walk behind the set with loud clonking shoes and wait for the Stage Manager or Band Leader to gesture for you to enter the stage. This is especially for the safety of each performer whilst large objects are being moved on and off set during scenes. When walking on stage for the first time, be humble but confident – if you are nervous, you’ll make your audience nervous. A bow with your head down or head nod down, are good ways to acknowledge an audience, returning audience members and people of importance – do not wave hi to Mommy, this a professional place, so be professional.
Depending on the type of production a lead male or female singer is in, the speech needs to be scripted and well rehearsed. This includes the welcome, song introductions, in-between audience dialogue, audience participation sing-along moments, band member introductions and all crew plus thanks and farewell. Be concise and clear, do not ramble, speak to your audience – remember they are people too! If there is a technical difficulty, either make a good joke about it (if you are witty) or ask the crowd how they are feeling, then tell them an interesting story about the next song or how long the tour runs for – do not leave your audience in silence wondering what is going on.
Each person on stage is allocated his or her own space and time to shine onstage, whether in a choreographed dance piece or solo performance. If not required to be on stage do not walk on stage, do not step in front of the performer playing or singing and do not be disruptive by talking onstage or detracting the audience’s attention away from the person or people in the spotlight in any way, shape or form. Each person has a role and that is the role each person is paid to play, so anything else is not part of the show and simply not to be added. When someone onstage detracts the spotlight from the person working upfront it is called upstaging. This is one of the most unprofessional, spiteful behaviours frowned upon by live performers, stage crew and audiences. Do not adopt this attitude it is very uncool.
Stage-ego is something each live performer needs to keep under wraps and stay grounded. Do not let any applause or compliment go to your head, as you only have to do it all over again for the next song or the next day. As soon as any performer lifts off the ground because their head has become too big, the bubble will burst. So just keep level-headed. Music, art, dance and plays are messages for the audience to interpret – if the person sending the message has the wrong energy transcending that message – honey it’s time to pack your bags because the audience have stopped listening. Meditation and yoga are great ways to keep humble and in touch with reality to project the right energy.
Finishing a song, a scene and a set is as important as starting it. It has to go out every time with a big bang, be it a big or small fill-in number. Stand bold and stand still until the music ends facing your audience with confidence and gusto.
After the show and especially during breaks, do not discuss performance in a negative manner to anyone from fellow musicians to press to audience. A big smile, gracious attitude and nonchalant attitude goes a long way in this industry – and if you say anything bad about your co-members the chances are you will be found out. That kind of animosity is the worst type of negativity to create whilst in a magical and positive energy space onstage.
Think you are ready? Well, if all trained up, professional minded and looking for a music job, there are many agencies advertising to hire musicians, these is especially a need for quality singers and drummers wanted. Check online and in newspaper classifieds in your local area or nearby major cities. Keep your wits about you and the ground under your feet at all times to reach your higher ground.
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