Productions

MainStage Production Manual: Student Responsibilities

Set Dresser

Design Execution:

1. Procure a list of furniture/dressings from Scene Designer. Check with Props Master for overlap.
2. Discuss period, style, materials, color, textures and budget with the Scene Designer.
3. Obtain budget information from the Production Manager. Develop list of anticipated expenses for all rentals and purchases. A spreadsheet of projected expenditures is recommended for tracking the budget. Please see faculty supervisor for advisement.
4. Purchase necessary materials and turn in your receipts. See purchasing guidelines.
5. Complete all set dressings by first Tech rehearsal.
6. Consult with the Designer and assistant Designer for “to-do” notes following Tech Rehearsals.
7. Repair damaged dressings during the run of the production. It is important check performance reports for information concerning dressing throughout the process. These notes may be found under both scenic and props.
8. Strike: return all dressings to sources. Report any damaged dressings to the Scene Designer and Production Manager.