WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY THEATRE

STUDENT HANDBOOK

VERSION 2.0.3 - REVISED 9/27/22

CONTENTS

6 SECTION I - PROGRAM INFO

6 I - FORWARD

7 II - MISSION STATEMENTS

7 A - ARTS AND HUMANITIES MISSION STATEMENT

7 B - DEPARTMENT OF PERFORMING ARTS MISSION STATEMENT

7 C - THEATRE AREA MISSION STATEMENT

8 III - PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

8 A - OVERALL OBJECTIVES

9 B - MEASURABLE LEARNING OUTCOMES

10 IV - GENERAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

10 V - BACHELOR OF ARTS REQUIREMENTS

11 VI - ASSOCIATE OF THE ARTS IN TECHNICAL THEATRE DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

11 VII - VI - ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN TECHNICAL THEATRE DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

12 VIII - DEGREE MAPS

12 IX - ADVISEMENT

12 A - COLLEGE ADVISEMENT FOR GENERAL EDUCATION

12 B - THEATRE AREA MAJOR ADVISEMENT

13 C - GRADUATION ADVISEMENT

14 D - AREA ADVISORS

14 X - PROGRAM AND CLASS AUDITION POLICIES

14 A - MUSICAL THEATRE AUDITION POLICIES

15 B - UPPER DIVISION AUDITION POLICIES

15 XI - DEPARTMENTAL HONORS

15 A - HONORS REQUIREMENTS

16 B - DEPARTMENT OF PERFORMING ARTS HONORS ADVISEMENT

16 C - APPLYING FOR DEPARTMENTAL HONORS

17 XII - SENIOR CAPSTONE PROJECTS

18 XIII - FACULTY LIST AND BIOGRAPHIES

18 XIV - DIVERSITY STATEMENT

18 A - WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY DIVERSITY STATEMENT

19 B - THEATRE AREA ADDENDUM

20 XV - ATTENDANCE POLICY

20 XVI - VACATION POLICY

21 XVII - ACADEMIC HONESTY

21 A - SPECIFICALLY FORBIDDEN ACTIVITIES

22 XVIII - ADA ACCOMMODATIONS

22 XIX - SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

24 SECTION II - THEATRE AREA POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

24 I - PERSONAL CONDUCT

26 II - TUITION WAIVERS

26 III - PARTICIPATION POLICIES

26 A - WORK CALLS

27 B - PRACTICUM

28 C - AUDITION POLICIES

29 D - COMPANY AND CREW ASSIGNMENTS

30 E - INTIMACY TRAINING

31 F - REPEATED COURSE ENROLLMENT

31 IV - JURIES

32 A - WHO SHOULD PLAN TO PARTICIPATE?

32 B - WHEN ARE JURIES?

32 C - WHAT MUST YOU PREPARE?

33 D - FIRST YEARS JURIES

33 E - WHAT MUST BE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO JURIES?

34 V - STUDENT TEACHING

34 A - CONDUCT ND PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

34 B - OTHER OBLIGATIONS

35 VI - OUTSIDE PERSONAL SHOW/PROJECT PERMISSION

35 VII - REHEARSAL/SHOW BEHAVIOR POLICIES

35 A - REHEARSAL AND TECHNICAL REHEARSAL POLICIES

38 B - PERSONAL SAFETY

39 C - STUDENT POLICY ON SOCIAL MEDIA

40 VIII - E-MAIL AND MASTER CALENDAR

40 A - STUDENT E-MAIL

40 B - THEATRE MASTER CALENDAR

40 C - CALLBOARDS

41 IX - SAFETY AND BUILDING USE POLICIES

41 A - COSTUME SHOP POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

42 B - SCENE SHOP POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

43 C - STORAGE AREAS POLICIES PROCEDURES

43 a - COSTUME STORAGE

43 b - PROPERTIES STORAGE

43 c - LIGHTING AND SOUND EQUIPMENT STORAGE

44 d - TOOL ROOM

44 e - PAINT AND PROPS DOCK

44 X - STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

44 A - HOURLY STUDENT EMPLOYMENT

45 B - 50/50 STUDENT EMPLOYMENT

45 C - WORK STUDY EMPLOYMENT

46 SECTION III - GENERAL THEATRE AREA INFO

46 I - CALL BOARDS

46 A - PHYSICAL CALLBOARD

46 B - CANVAS CALLBOARD

47 C - FACEBOOK CALLBOARD

47 II - AUDITIONS

47 III - PRIVATE VOICE INSTRUCTION

48 IV - AAT

48 A - AAT MISSION STATEMENT

48 B - AAT & THEATRE AREA AGREEMENT

49 C - AAT PRODUCTIONS

49 V - DANCE AREA COLLABORATIONS

50 VI - KCACTF

51 VII - COMPUTER LAB

51 A - LOCATION

51 B - CONTACT

51 C - RESOURCES

52 VIII - ROOM 317

52 A - ACCESS

52 B - CONTACT

52 C - RESOURCES

53 VIII - FACULTY AND STAFF DIRECTORY

54 SECTION IV - APPENDIXES

54 I - FORMS

54 II - CAMPUS RESOURCES

54 A - CAMPUS POLICE

54 B - CAMPUS FOOD PANTRY

54 C - CAREER SERVICES

54 D - CHILD CARE

55 E - COUNSELING SERVICES

55 F - DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY PROGRAMS

55 G - HEALTH CENTER

55 H - INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AND SCHOLAR CENTER

56 I - LGBT RESOURCES CENTER

56 J - NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENT CENTER

56 K - SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

56 L - STRESS MANAGEMENT LAB

56 M - VETERANS SERVICES

56 N - WELLNESS CENTER

56 O - WOMEN’S CENTER

57 P - LOCAL FAMILY CRISIS CENTERS AND SHELTERS

SECTION I - PROGRAM INFORMATION

I - FORWARD

WELCOME TO THE THEATRE ARTS PROGRAM AT WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY!

Here you will have the opportunity to study and explore the world of theatre with a faculty

and staff dedicated to excellence, innovation and collaboration. Our program is both di-

verse and inclusive exposing students to experiences in acting, directing, design, technol-

ogy, musical theatre, dramaturgy, playwriting, management and theatre education. We

focus on a “hands-on” approach to theatre with an interdisciplinary education that assures

depth and breadth in the eld. Our faculty-student ratio is exceptional and the mentoring

process is second to none in the region. Through training and production opportunities,

you will be prepared for a career in theatre that is best suited to your personal talents, in-

terests, and strengths.

This handbook is provided in order to enhance, streamline and maximize your academic

and artistic experience. Please familiarize yourself with it and refer to it frequently through-

out your time here at Weber State.

II - MISSION STATEMENTS

A - ARTS & HUMANITIES MISSION

The Telitha E. Lindquist College of Arts & Humanities teaches students to excel as they seek,

understand, question and express complexities critical to the experience of being human

as represented in languages, literature, communication, and visual and performing arts.

B - DEPARTMENT OF PERFORMING ARTS MISSION

The Department of Performing Arts program at Weber State is based on ve primary pur-

poses:

1) to develop aesthetically aware and artistically discriminating citizens;

2) to provide opportunities for all students to participate in creative, artistic

experiences and to encourage community members to participate in the

performing arts;

3) to develop artistic competence and sensitivity;

4) to provide for career development in the arts through the preparation of

teachers, performing artists, scholars, and technical specialists; and

5) to expose students and community to classic and contemporary works in

all genres of the performing arts and to continue to provide the nest possible

performances in the arts.

C - THEATRE AREA MISSION

The Theatre Arts area of the Department of Performing Arts provides scholarly, creative,

collaborative and practical theatre experience for students.

The objectives of the program are to: 1) Encourage participation in and appreciation of

theatre and drama; 2) Foster creativity and develop technical skills in acting, directing,

costuming, scenic design, script writing and theatre management; 3) Prepare students

for careers or professional schooling in those elds that require strong presentational skills,

creative problem solving, effective collaboration, and an understanding of human expe-

rience.

Theatre students must complete a sequence of formal course work that includes Universi-

ty general education, core theatre courses, and focus or specialty courses. Formal course

work is complemented by a sequence of experiential learning opportunities in the the-

atre. Students and faculty develop individualized programs of course work and practical

experience, including a junior seminar, annual juries, portfolio preparation, various practi-

cal, and opportunities for individual theatre projects.

Study of theatre provides students with useful tools to contribute to and make positive

changes in society. Theatre students learn about diverse historical eras, communities and

technologies. Theatre challenges students to be creative and to translate that creativity

into applied processes - to think precisely, speak condently in public, work productively

with others, visualize abstract concepts and represent those concepts concretely. The-

atre skills are useful in a variety of professions including, but not limited to, business, gov-

ernment, law, journalism, and public relations.

III - PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

A - OVERALL OBJECTIVES

The Theatre Arts area of the Department of Performing Arts provides scholarly, creative,

collaborative and practical theatre experience for students. The department offers Bach-

elor of Arts Degrees in Theatre Arts, Musical Theatre and Theatre Teaching, as well as a The-

atre Teaching Minor and a Theatre Minor. The objectives of the program are to:

1. Encourage participation in and appreciation of theatre and drama.

2. Foster creativity and develop technical skills in acting, directing, costume

and scenic design and construction, lighting and sound design and execu-

tion, script writing and theatre management.

3. Prepare students for careers or professional schooling in those elds, which

require strong presentation skills, creative problem solving, effective collabo-

ration, and an understanding of human experience.

4. Study of theatre provides students with useful tools to contribute to and

make positive changes in society. Theatre students learn about diverse his-

torical eras, communities and technologies. Theatre challenges students to

be creative and to translate that creativity into applied processes - to think

precisely, speak condently in public, work productively with others, visualize

abstract concepts and represent those concepts concretely.

B - MEASURABLE LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of their study at WSU, students in this program will

1. Have writing skills and ability to use research tools (library, internet, etc.).

2. Be able to present critical thinking through verbal and written presen-

tations regarding the theatre. Specic areas of expertise will include major

works, major gures, theory, and history.

3. Have a practical, working knowledge of how to produce a play on stage,

including all related performance, script, design, and technical consider-

ations.

4. Have the ability to critically evaluate what they and others have created.

5. Develop necessary skills to be procient in at least one area of theatre

(performance, teaching, technical/design-costume, technical/design-scen-

ery, technical/design-lighting, technical/design-sound, directing, theatre

management, or playwriting), with the ability to identify, analyze and resolve

specic problems pertaining to that area.

6. Understand the historical context of theatre, drama, and performance

including plays, major gures, costumes, scenic innovations, and theoretical

approaches, and how these relate to contemporary society and culture.

7. Have experience with individual and collaborative processes needed to

produce and understand theatre.

IV - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Students must earn a cumulative GPA of at least 2.00 for all WSU work. No more than

20 credit hours of “D” grade may be applied toward graduation. All Theatre Arts course

work must be successfully completed with a “C” or better to count toward major or minor

requirements.

B. Graduation credit hours must be earned after students have matriculated. The Gradu-

ation Ofce must approve credit hours earned prior to matriculation.

C. All nancial obligations to the university must be cleared.

V - BACHELOR OF ARTS REQUIREMENTS

A. A minimum of 120 credit hours.

B. A minimum of 40 upper-division credit hours (courses numbered 3000 and above).

C. A minimum of 30 hours in residency (WSU courses).

D. At least a 2.0 (C) WSU grade point average (GPA).

E. Completion of WSU general education, diversity, major and minor requirements.

F. Foreign Language Requirement: Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) must

be specied and the WSU general education, major and minor requirements completed.

All Theatre Arts programs require a minor except Musical Theatre.

VI - ASSOCIATE OF THE ARTS IN TECHNICAL THEATRE

REQUIREMENTS

1. A minimum of 60 credit hours.

2. A minimum of 20 hours in residency (WSU courses).

3. At least a 2.0 (C) WSU grade point average (GPA).

4. Completion of WSU general education requirements.

The Associate of Arts Degree must include a foreign language or ASL (American Sign

Language) requirement. Please see your advisor for guidance on what meets this require-

ment.

VII - ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN TECHNICAL THEATRE

REQUIREMENTS

1. A minimum of 60 credit hours.

2. A minimum of 20 hours in residency (WSU courses).

3. At least a 2.0 (C) WSU grade point average (GPA).

4. Completion of WSU general education requirements.

The Associate of Science Degree must include a foreign language or ASL (American Sign

Language) requirement. Please see your advisor for guidance on what meets this require-

ment.

VIII - DEGREE MAP

The Theatre Arts Area Degree Course Catalogue and degree maps for all degrees can

be found here:

http://www.weber.edu/performingarts/Theatre.html

IX - ADVISEMENT

A - COLLEGE ADVISEMENT FOR GEN ED

The College Advisement Web Page can be found here:

http://www.weber.edu/cah/studentresources.html

B - THEATRE AREA MAJOR ADVISEMENT

The theatre department understands the advisor and advisee responsibilities to be the fol-

lowing:

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Advisor Responsibilities:

a) Understand and effectively communicate the curriculum, graduation re-

quirements and University policies and procedures.

b) Assist students in understanding the purposes and goals of higher education

and its effects on their lives and personal goals.

c) Encourage and guide students as they dene realistic academic goals.

d) Support students as they acquire the skills to develop clear and attainable

educational plans.

e) Provide students with information about and strategies for utilizing the avail-

able resources and services on campus.

f) Monitor and accurately document discussions regarding the student’s prog-

ress toward meeting their goals.

g) Maintain the level of condentiality provided by the Buckley Amendment

(FERPA).

h) Assist students in gaining decision making skills and skills in assuming respon-

sibility for their educational plans and achievements.

i) Promote and encourage students to develop productive working relation-

ships with their professors.

Advisee Responsibilities: Advisees have clear responsibilities in order for the advising part-

nership to be successful. Among those responsibilities are the following:

a) Schedule regular advisement appointments each semester.

b) Come prepared to each appointment with questions or materials for dis-

cussion; be an active learner by participating

c) Fully in the advising experience.

d) Ask questions when needed.

e) Keep a personal record of graduation progress and goals. Organize ofcial

documents (academic records,

f) Communications from professors or the advisement coordinator—including

emails, letters, and/or phone calls).

g) Clarify personal values and goals and provide the advisor with this informa-

tion

h) Become knowledgeable about University programs, policies and proce-

dures.

i) Accept responsibility for decisions made.

j) Respond to ofcial notication from the advisement coordinator (letters,

emails, phone contacts, etc.) in a timely manner.

k) Maintain effective working relationships with advisors, faculty and adminis-

trators

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Advisor and Advisee responsibilities charts used with permission from the Athletic Training

Program Review chaired and written by Jennifer Ostrowski and Jennifer Turley

C - GRADUATION ADVISEMENT

Students should pay careful attention to graduation deadlines. In their nal semester of

university, students must formally apply for graduation online. Students need to email one

of the Program Co-Coordinators Jess Greenberg ([email protected]) or Cath-

erine Zublin ([email protected]) notifying them of the student’s intent to graduate. After

they review the student’s coursework they can sign off on Cattracks allowing the student to

graduate. This email must be done by the fourth week of the semester in which the student

hopes to graduate.

D - AREA ADVISORS

X - PROGRAM AND CLASS AUDITION PROCEDURES

A - MUSICAL THEATRE AUDITION POLICY

All students who wish to enter the musical theatre program will start as a Musical Theatre

Applicant. They will need to complete the Pre-Major Core with grades of C or above:

THEA 1030 - Voice and Movement for the Actor Credits: (3)

THEA 1220 - Acting I Credits: (3)

THEA 1043 CA - Introduction to American Musical Theatre Credits: (3)

THEA 1063 - Theatre Foundations Credits: (3)

THEA 1075 - Class Voice for Musical Theatre Credits: (1) (repeated 2 times)

One of the following Dance classes:

DANC 1100 - Ballet I Credits: (1)

DANC 1200 - Modern I Credits: (1)

FACULTY AND ADVISING AREA ROOM

PHONE

(801-626-xxxx)

Callahan, Tracy Acting/Directing 308 7886 [email protected]

Greenberg,

Jessica

Lighting, Sound &

Projection

305 6542 [email protected]

Theatre General-

ism/ Education/BIS

6624

Lewis, Andrew

Barratt

Musical Theatre 212E 6517 [email protected]

Long, Cully

Scenic Design/

Stage

Management

302 6435 [email protected]

Plain, Kenneth Musical Theatre 358 6992 [email protected]

Zublin, Catherine Costume Design 359 6661 [email protected]

DANC 1500 - Jazz I Credits: (1)

After doing so, students will audition for the program at Juries (strongly preferred at the end

of their rst year in the program). This audition should consist of a dance, acting, and sing-

ing component. Students may audition for the program a maximum of three times.

B - UPPER DIVISION CLASS AUDITION POLICY

Some classes such as Advanced Acting, Directing, Playwriting, Design, and Education

classes are admitted by audition and or portfolio. These classes are intentionally limited to

students who are adequately prepared and most importantly at the skill level the classes

require and at a similar skill level to other students in the class. Admission is entirely at the

discretion of the professor teaching the class. Auditions for these classes will typically occur

during Juries or by interviews at the conclusion of the semester prior to the one in which the

class will be held.

XI - DEPARTMENTAL HONORS

In conjunction with the Honors Program the Department of Performing Arts offers a Depart-

mental Honors Program. This is an enriched major program that provides greater scope for

intellectual initiative and independent work.

Students earning departmental honors will be recognized in the following ways:

• “Departmental Honors in Performing Arts” designation on the transcript.

• “Departmental Honors in Performing Arts” printed on the degree diploma.

• Invitations to Honors educational and social events.

• Invitations to Honors Nye-Cortez banquet at the end of the academic year.

A - HONORS REQUIREMENTS

• Cumulative GPA of 3.5 and Departmental GPA of 3.7.

• Fulll all the requirements of the major.

• Successful completion of one course offered by the Honors Program.

• Distinguished participation:

° A state, regional, national or international competition OR

° Professional organization OR

° Adjudicated festival/conference OR

° Undergraduate Research Conference (including WSU’s) OR

° 30 hours of community service related to the discipline

(This requirement will be determined and approved by the

appropriate Department Advisor listed below.)

• Complete a nal project as indicated:

° Dance: DANC 4700 (Creative Synthesis, Grade of A)

° Music: Grade of A in MUSC 4991 (Senior Recital)

OR MUSC 4992 (Senior Project)

° Theatre: Grade of A in THEA 4900 (Senior Project)

Students who have not completed their General Education requirements are

encouraged to take Honors General Education classes.

B - DPA HONORS ADVISORS

Tom Mathews Department Chair 801-626-7181

jo Blake Departmental Advisor in Dance 801-626-6615

Tracy Callahan Departmental Advisor in Theater 810-626-7886

Ralph Van der Beek Departmental Advisor in Music 801-626-6825

Dan Bedford Honors Director 801-626-6186

C - APPLYING FOR DEPARTMENTAL HONORS

Students must apply to be awarded departmental honors and be cleared by both the Per-

forming Arts Department and the Honors Program.

1. Complete the application for Departmental Honors with the appropriate

Department Advisor, and then submit the signed application form to Mari-

lyn Diamond, the Honors Advisor. (801-626-7336) [email protected] (2nd

oor of the Stewart Library).

2. Meet the requirements listed above.

XII - SENIOR CAPSTONE PROJECTS

Guidelines for Senior Projects THEA 4900 The senior project is an opportunity for students to

demonstrate what they have learned during their years as theatre majors as well as to have

a focused experience in their eld.

The theatre senior project may be practical, written, or a combination of the two. The proj-

ect is determined in collaboration with a faculty advisor, and a project committee reviews

the nished work. In this review, three components are evaluated:

1. The nished project.

2. A project paper that addresses the student’s preparation, process, and self-eval-

uation.

3. The student’s oral defense of the work completed.

These are the steps to be followed in completing the senior project:

1. In the semester before your proposed senior project, meet with your faculty adviser to

select the project and submit a written proposal to your faculty adviser which must include:

•A timeline of completion dates

•Specic topic(s)

•Form of presentation

2. Establish a three (minimum) member committee to oversee your project. This committee

must include your faculty adviser and one other faculty member familiar with your work.

Additional committee members could be non-faculty. It is best to have a committee com-

position with an odd number of members. Choose one member of the committee to be

your project adviser. You must meet with the entire committee a minimum of three times,

preferably at the start of the semester, once mid semester, and once for the defense.

3. Complete the exit form with the Department Honors Advisor, and then sub-

mit it to Marilyn Diamond, the Honors Advisor, to be cleared for graduation

with Departmental Honors.

XIII - FACULTY LIST/BIOGRAPHIES

The Theatre Faculty/Staff bios and information can be found here:

http://weber.edu/performingarts/Theatre_Faculty_.html

XIV - DIVERSITY STATEMENT

A - WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Pivotal to Weber State University’s mission is the need to embrace and value the diversity

of its members. Acknowledging the uniqueness of each individual, we seek to cultivate

3. Meet with your project adviser to establish the parameters for the project, including: spe-

cic topic, form of presentation requirements and time-line. These established parameters

will serve as a contract used in the nal evaluation of the project.

4. For the semester in which you intend to present the project, register for THEA 4900, Senior

Project. On the established date, present the project to your project committee.

5. Distribute copies of the project paper to your committee.

6. Meet with your committee and present a one-hour oral defense of the project and any

supporting documents.

Following the oral defense of your senior project, the committee will meet and evaluate

your work. The majority vote of the committee members determines whether you have

passed with distinction (A), passed (less than an A, minimally a C), or failed (C- or less). A

grade of “passed with distinction” is requisite to the awarding of Departmental Honors.

an environment that encourages freedom of expression. Because the University is a com-

munity where inquiry is nurtured and theories are tested, every individual has the right to

feel safe to express ideas that differ from those held by other members of the community.

However, all persons who aspire to be part of our campus community must accept the

responsibility to demonstrate civility and respect for the dignity of others. Recognizing that

the proper balance between freedom of expression and respect for others is not always

apparent or easy to achieve, we must continually challenge ourselves and each other in

an atmosphere of mutual concern, goodwill and respect. Therefore, expressions or actions

that disparage an individual’s or group’s ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, mar-

ital status, age or disability are contrary to the mission of Weber State University.

B - THEATRE ADDENDUM

The theatre area greatly values students’ diverse backgrounds and viewpoints. Art is made

through diversity. The theatre area strives to study and produce diverse shows that will in-

clude contemporary, challenging, and controversial topics and represent the multiplicity

of voices that comprise contemporary theatre. The theatre area is explicitly committed to

working to foster an anti-racist environment that allows all students to feel safe. The theatre

area believes in color conscious casting.

Because some of our material is challenging, students may always indicate on their audi-

tion forms what they are or are not comfortable with and that will always be respected.

However, students should support each other’s work and shows and not disparage work

that does not conform to their belief system. Likewise, theatre students should strive to act

with kindness and a spirit of generosity towards all students in the area and seek common

ground despite varying belief systems or backgrounds. Strive to treat others not as you wish

to be treated, but as they wish to be treated, and do not mock, tease, or single them out

based upon their backgrounds or identities.

XV - ATTENDANCE POLICY

The Theatre area recognizes the importance of class participation and performance. To

this end we enforce the following attendance policy: Tuesday/Thursday classes are al-

lowed 2 absences, Monday/Wednesday/Friday classes are allowed 3 absences, however

these absences may not be on a scheduled test day. Once the allowed absence limit has

been reached the student’s grade will drop incrementally for each additional absence.

Example: Mitzi, an “A” student, has missed 3 classes in a MWF theatre class. Today she is

missing class and her grade will drop to an A-. If she misses the next class, her grade will

drop to a B+. One more absence and she will have dropped a full letter grade to a B.

Tardies are as important an issue as absences. Therefore, 2 tardies equal 1 absence. Stu-

dents should plan ahead and use absences and tardies wisely.

This attendance policy may vary slightly from class to class. Students should read their re-

spective class syllabus to determine each teacher’s attendance policy.

XVI - VACATION POLICY

The Theatre Area’s position is that semesters are brief and intense 14 week periods of work

and that students should be present for them. Vacations should be kept for the breaks

at winter and summer so as not to interfere with the collaborative work that is crucial to

the educational process. That said, as adults, taking a vacation during a school year is

a student’s choice and should not create a burden of additional work on classmates or

professors. Vacations never count as valid excuses from auditions, exams, crews, juries, or

other essential time specic departmental functions which are always scheduled well in

advance. If a student chooses to miss these obligations, they choose to accept the con-

sequences for doing so. If a student chooses to take a vacation during the school year,

XVII - ACADEMIC HONESTY

Academic honesty must be maintained at all times; any breach will NOT be tolerated in

any Theatre class. The penalty for academic dishonesty will be determined by your profes-

sor and may consist of either repeating or failing the assignment, or failing the course.

A - THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES ARE SPECIFICALLY FORBIDDEN

1. Cheating, which includes but is not limited to the following examples:

a) Copying from another student’s test;

b) Using materials during a test not authorized by the person giving the test;

c) Collaborating with any other person during a test without authorization;

d) Knowingly obtaining, using, buying, selling, transporting, or soliciting in

whole or in part the contents of any test without authorization of the appro-

priate University ofcial;

e) Bribing any other person to obtain any test;

f) Soliciting or receiving unauthorized information about any test;

g) Substituting for another student or permitting any other person to substi-

tute for oneself to take a test;

h) Knowingly obtaining academic credit for work that is not one’s own re-

gardless of the source of the work;

i) Knowingly involved in arranging fraudulent academic credit or false tran-

scripts.

2. Plagiarism, which is the unacknowledged (uncited) use of any other per-

son’s or group’s ideas or work. This includes purchased or borrowed papers;

it is their obligation to arrange to turn in classwork ahead of time, and to make up the

classwork they miss by getting notes from peers or doing outside work without anticipating

that the professor will repeat the classes the student has chosen to not attend. They further

understand that missing class in heavily participation based classes such as acting, voice,

painting, or movement, where class cannot be made up will have a negative impact on

their grade.

3. Collusion, which is the unauthorized collaboration with another person in

preparing work offered for credit;

4. Falsication, which is the intentional and unauthorized altering or inventing of

any information or citation in an academic exercise, activity, or record-keep-

ing process;

5. Giving, selling, or receiving unauthorized course or test information;

6. Using any unauthorized resource or aid in the preparation or completion of

any course work, exercise, or activity;

7. Infringing on the copyright law of the United States which prohibits the mak-

ing of reproductions of copyrighted material except under certain specied

conditions.

XVIII - ADA ACCOMMODATIONS

Any student requiring accommodations or services due to a disability must contact Ser-

vices for Students with disabilities (SSD) in room 181 of the Student Service Center (or Room

221 at the Davis Campus). SSD can also arrange to provide course materials (including this

HANDBOOK) in alternative formats upon request.

XIX - SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Students who are currently enrolled at Weber State University, or previously enrolled with

no interim transfer credit may qualify for a scholarship. Students must have completed 12

semester credit hours at WSU.

To be eligible for scholarships, please complete the following:

• Update your personal information through the student portal by January 1.

• Be re-admitted or reactivated through Admissions if you have been out of

school for more than one semester.

• Juniors and Seniors (those with over 60 hours) must have a declared major

with their department and with Admissions

Scholarships are available in the following categories:

• Academic

• High Honors/Honors Continuing Scholarship

•Wildcat Activity Scholarships (to qualify you must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or

better)

• Financial Need-Based Scholarships

• Private Donor-Sponsored Departmental Scholarships

• Private Donor-Sponsored Special-Condition Scholarships

Note: Some scholarships may need additional application or faculty nomination.

SECTION II - THEATRE AREA POLICIES

AND PROCEDURES

I - PERSONAL CONDUCT

The Theatre Arts Area of the Department of Performing Arts upholds all elements of the

Weber State University Policy and Procedures Manual. This includes all sections regarding

faculty, staff, and student conduct. In accordance with the PPM the Theatre Arts Area

expects students, faculty, and staff to conduct themselves responsibly and professionally.

It is recommended that students read Section 6 of the PPM for information about their rights,

responsibilities, and expectations. Weber State University recognizes students as adults pur-

suing their education and cannot assume the responsibility of parents for the conduct of

students. The underlying goals of the Weber State University Student Code (Student Code

or Code) are to: 1) contribute to the development of appropriate individual and group

behavior and 2) encourage responsible citizenship within the University community. The ad-

ministration of student policies should be conducted in a manner that will foster the ethical

development and personal integrity of students and promote an environment that is in ac-

cord with the overall educational mission of the University. (WSU PPM Section 6-22 Part I.A.)

The rights and responsibilities of the faculty and staff are outlined in sections 3,4, and 9 of

the PPM. As teachers, faculty encourage the free pursuit of learning in students. Faculty

hold before themselves the best scholarly standards of their disciplines. They demonstrate

respect for students as individuals and adhere to their proper role as intellectual guides and

counselors. Faculty make every reasonable effort to foster honest academic conduct and

to assure that the evaluations of their students reect their true merits. Faculty respect the

condential nature of the relationship between faculty or student. They avoid any exploita-

tion of students for private advantage and acknowledge signicant assistance from them.

Faculty protect their students’ academic freedom (WSU PPM Section 9-5 Part II.A.)

Theatre is a collaborative art that relies upon each individual to conduct themselves ap-

propriately to maintain physical, emotional, and psychological safety.

The following non-exhaustive actions might result in a student being subject to disciplinary

action: harassing or threatening a fellow student or an instructor, failing to meet academic

obligations, perpetual tardiness or failing to attend rehearsals (whether faculty or student

directed projects), demonstrating a continually poor attitude in classes, rehearsals, Juries,

or meetings, failing to follow proper safety protocol, plagiarism or academic dishonesty,

theft of University property such as costumes, props, or scenery, underage drinking or any

kind of drug use on an academic sponsored activity or on school property.

Depending on the severity of the issues, the disciplinary process may include: censure from

the student’s adviser, a discussion with the entire faculty, being removed from the class-

room, being removed from shows, and in extreme cases being forbidden from participa-

tion in classes, shows, or other theatre activities that depend upon appropriate conduct

the student is not displaying. If such extreme circumstances arise, the student will be given

a contract of expectations that details what conduct they must exhibit to end disciplinary

probation.

Very severe cases could result in a student being forbidden from participating in any the-

atre activities.

II - TUTION WAIVERS

Full and half tuition waivers are awarded to theatre majors showing outstanding potential

and commitment to the theatre department. You must be a declared theatre major to

be eligible for these waivers. Tuition waivers are awarded in the spring for the following

school year. Juries presentations, academic performance and department participation

are carefully considered in determining recipients and type of tuition waivers. Full tuition

waiver recipients are required to complete 2 credit hours (or equivalent work) of practicum

per semester. Half tuition waiver recipients must complete 1 credit hour of practicum (or

equivalent work) per semester.

All non-technical Theatre majors with a tuition waiver are required to participate in all de-

partmental auditions, including directing scenes and AAT productions.

Note that waivers are only available for in-state students.

III - PARTICIPATION POLICIES

A - WORK CALLS

Each semester Theatre majors are expected to attend one work call to help build our shows

either in the costume studio, scene shop, painting or by hanging lights and preparing sound

equipment.

At the beginning of each semester dates are chosen and lists posted so each student has

the opportunity to choose the date and shop they would prefer to work in. This way we will

have a record of who will be attending each work call and be sure that each date has the

necessary number of people to get the work accomplished.

If you do not attend a work call you will be jeopardizing your eligibility for tuition waivers and

scholarships. Attendance will be taken. In case of an emergency and you are unable to

attend the work call you signed up for contact Jean-Louise England as soon as possible.

B - PRACTICUM

Practicum is a method of granting academic credit for the experiential learning inherent in

theatre production. Production work for practicum credit must be done in direct support of

WSU Theatre productions. The faculty and staff determine what production work qualies

for practicum credit. Each semester the full Departmental meeting details these opportu-

nities. Always ask faculty or staff members if there is any doubt as to whether an activity will

count for practicum credit. Students receiving full tuition waivers must complete 2 practi-

cum credits per semester, or the equivalent work of 2 practica without credit. A practicum

is completed by either fullling specic duties for a production (acting, designing, stage

managing, running crew, publicity, etc.) or by completing a minimum of 45 hours (per

practicum) of construction time in the scene shop, costume studio, lighting, sound, projec-

tion, props, or any other approved Departmental pre-production work. Half tuition waiver

recipients must complete 1 practicum, or equivalent, per semester.

If a student on full tuition waiver does not complete 1 of the 2 required practicum for a given

semester he or she will automatically be dropped to half tuition waiver for the next semes-

ter. Anyone failing to complete 2 of the required practicum will lose tuition waivers entirely.

Students fulfilling a practicum assignment are expected to both register for the appropri-

ate course number, (if course credit is desired) and fill out a THEATRE PRACTICUM CREDIT

CLEARANCE FORM (available digitally). This form, asks for a description of the intended task.

Each practicum form requires that the student specify a distinct learning outcome for the

practicum which can never be repeated. It is insufcient to say something like “building

character.” Rather, the student needs to give a very clear skill they want to use this practi-

cum to master such as “learning Shakespearian verse scansion” or “mastering live sound

mixing with a band featuring trumpets.”

The clearance form and form for tracking your practicum hours can be found here:

https://weber.edu/performingarts/theatreforms.html

C - AUDITIONS PROCEDURES

Unless excused by the directors of the shows in a particular semester for extenuating cir-

cumstances, every BA Theatre Performance major is expected to audition for every show

and to be available for rehearsals and performances. Students must have an ofcial GPA

of at least a 2.5 to be cast in a show, but they should audition for practice regardless. This

practical aspect of the major is critical in gaining a full understanding of the skill sets and

discipline required to see a production through from audition to nal performance.

Generally speaking, auditions for the department’s theatrical productions are held within

the rst two weeks of classes every semester. For a non-musical play, the auditions may

consist of a series of directed improvisations, combined with a “cold reading,” i.e., reading

portions of the script. For this reason, it is highly recommended to have read, and to be fa-

miliar with, the text of the play.

There may also be an element of singing and/or movement involved in this rst audition

Final casting will be determined by a separate callback audition.

For a musical play, the audition should consist of an approximately one-minute cut of an

appropriate song in the style of the show. For example, if the show is Oklahoma, you might

choose a selection from the Golden Age of musicals; if the show is Rent, you might sing a

pop/rock song from the radio. Please do not sing a song from the musical itself.

The music for your audition must be prepared for the pianist. You may put a double-sided

copy into a three-ring binder, with the cuts clearly marked. Plastic protective sheets are

not to be recommended, due to the fact that they are difcult to read through. Make

sure that the song is in a key suited to your voice type. Clearly give the pianist your tempo

by tapping lightly on your thigh while lightly singing a phrase or two, or by pointing to and

singing “the hook,” that is, the best-known part of the song.

On a separate occasion there might be held a dance call, to which you should wear

appropriate clothing and shoes. This will depend on the nature of the show, and will be

specied before the call.

After the dance call, there will be a nal callback to determine casting, usually on a differ-

ent day.

For both kinds of auditions, it is recommended to bring a resume and headshot for the cre-

ative team.

Since there are limited student resources, the directors of the respective plays will meet to

discuss who best ts into individual roles, according to the strengths and desired academic

goals of the casting pool. After this meeting, cast lists will be posted on the callboard.

If cast, please note that your hair style and length (including facial hair) and hair color are

LOCKED to the style and length that you have at the time of auditions. In order to change

anything about your hair please ll out and submit the form entitled “Haircut Permission”

found at this web address:

https://weber.edu/performingarts/theatreforms.html

You must get approval signatures for any changes from the director, costume designer,

hair and makeup designer, and the costume studio manager (Jean Louise England.)

D - COMPANY AND CREW ASSIGNMENTS

At the beginning of each semester crew sign up can be done using the form “Crew Sign-

up,” found here:

https://weber.edu/performingarts/theatreforms.html

Students needing practicum credit and anyone else interested in a crew position should

tual number of crew positions will be limited. It is a good idea to list the order of preference

for each position.

Once cast lists have been posted the faculty and staff will make crew assignments. This list

will be posted on the callboard, and students should initial the given assignment to indi-

cate acceptance. Jared Porter is the Technical Director in the Scene Shop, Jean-Louise

England is the Costume Studio Manager, Jessica Greenberg supervises all sound and lights

positions, and Cully Long supervises painters, stage managers and props positions. It is the

responsibility of the student to check with the project supervisor to get specic information

about the crew position. Especially in the case of construction crew, shop managers will

not track you down. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the shop managers. The stu-

dent is responsible for creating a work schedule and fullling the minimum 45 hour for each

practicum required.

Make yourself known and get involved!

E - INTIMACY TRAINING

Weber State University Theatre is committed to keeping its students, faculty, and staff safe

in all areas of study and production. As such we recently implemented a mandatory Theat-

rical Intimacy Training to be completed by each student in the department at least once,

though more frequently is highly encouraged. This training will typically take place in the

fall semester and every effort should be made to attend. Theatrical Intimacy Best Practices

empower students to identify their boundaries and speak up when something isn’t right.

Faculty and Staff are making every effort to respect personal boundaries in all areas of our

craft. Together we can work to maintain an appropriate environment for creating chal-

lenging and exciting theatre while working in ways that are ethical, efcient, and effective.

IV - JURIES

Each year, Theatre faculty will conduct audition/interviews of some students in the Theatre

area (Theatre Juries). Juries are benecial to individual students and to the program as a

whole. For the program as a whole, they allow faculty to see where students are succeed-

ing and where the program needs to provide more instruction because students are not

doing as well. For individual students, they provide an opportunity for students to showcase

their work, get feedback from the faculty on progress each semester, and are an incen-

tive for building a resume and portfolio. Juries are mandatory for Theatre students in the

following categories: First Years who have not completed a Jury previously, Juniors, and

graduating seniors. Students will be able to review their assessments which are kept on le

in the main ofce. Student’s assessments are compared to other students in the same year

and emphasis as them. It is recommended students discuss these scores with their advisors

and use them when selecting courses and planning their education.

A - WHO SHOULD PLAN TO PARTICIPATE?

F - REPEATED COURSE REGISTRATION

Many courses are taught on a rotation with two years or more between occurrences.

Therefore, any student that has the desire to retake a course that they have previously re-

ceived a passing grade in is required to get the instructor’s permission before registering for

that class again. This policy is to ensure that all students who have not previously taken this

course are given the opportunity to register. Those who have had the opportunity to take

a course and achieved a passing grade could be taking the spot of someone who needs

the course and are not able to register if the course is at capacity.

• First Year Students who have not completed a Jury before. If you begin in Fall,

you will participate in that semester. If you begin in Spring you will participate

the following Fall. If you are enrolled in Theatre Foundations, this is your semes-

ter.

• Juniors who have not completed a Jury as a Junior. Juniors should complete

a Jury in the Fall that you achieve Junior Status, or the following Fall if you be-

come a Junior in Spring. If you are enrolled in Junior Seminar, this is your semes-

ter.

• Graduating Seniors. Seniors should complete a Jury in the Spring immediately

preceding their graduation, including those who will graduate at the end of

that Spring semester.

B - WHEN ARE JURIES?

In Fall Semester, typically around week 14 or 15, First Years and Juniors will have juries.

In Spring Semester, typically around week 14 or 15, Graduating Seniors will have juries.

C - WHAT MUST YOU PREPARE?

Each participating student should prepare an individual presentation consisting of one of

the following:

•Musical Theatre Program 1 one-minute contemporary acting piece and 2

one-minute contrasting vocal selections or 1 one-minute contemporary act-

ing piece, 1 one-minute vocal selection, and 1 one-minute dance solo. (An

accompanist will be provided for vocal selections, however, students must ar-

range for their own accompaniment for dance selections.)

• Acting Two contrasting acting pieces

• Design/Tech Portfolio presentation (May include models, renderings, draft-

ings, patterns, photographs, schedules, magic sheets, storyboards, videotapes,

single line diagrams, recordings, character sketches…)

• Directing/Stage Management Exhibit of organizational skills (May include

prompt book, directorial analysis, concept statement…)

• Teaching Evidence of successful teaching methodologies through written

evaluations, lesson plans, and course materials.

• Playwriting Evidence of achievement through revised drafts, completed

manuscripts, and/or presentations of short scenes with volunteer actors.

•Combination May combine acting, design/tech, directing, stage manage-

ment, teaching or playwriting, please seek the approval of your advisor.

First Years and Juniors should prepare a 3 to 4 minute presentation. Seniors should prepare

a 4 to 5 minute presentation.

D - FIRST YEAR JURIES

We understand that First Years will not have as much material to submit as ongoing stu-

dents but it is important for us to be able to gauge your level of expertise prior to partic-

ipating in our courses. Please endeavor to provide something as close to the material

described in the previous section as possible.

E - WHAT MUST BE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO JURIES?

Prior to juries you will be asked to submit a “Jury Resume.” Due dates for this will vary and

will be posted. When in doubt consult your advisor.

The Jury Resume is a one page document that must contain all of the following information:

• Name

• Student number (“W number”)

• Contact information - local and permanent snail mail, email and phone

• Class standing and GPA

• Theatre Arts emphasis area

• Awards or honors

• A list of what you are presenting at Juries (2 acting pieces, portfolio…)

• Summary of signicant theatre activities for the period preceding your jury,

crew assignments, work calls, design, roles, etc.

• As a First Year or Junior, your plan for theatre classes and participation for

next semester

• As a Senior, your post graduation plan

A NOTE ON SCHOLARSHIPS AND AUDITIONS

In previous years Juries were used as a way to determine scholarships, and to audition for

V - STUDENT TEACHING

Weber State Theatre takes its responsibility to select and prepare future teachers very se-

riously. These students must be exemplary in all ways. They must be academic achievers,

they must be responsible, reliable, and organized. They must be leaders who can be en-

trusted with classrooms of students.

A - CONDUCT & PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

Weber State Theatre Students are expected to display the utmost professional standards

of conduct when serving as student teachers in the area high school and middle schools.

Student teaching is an extraordinarily stressful experience, but you must be cognizant at all

times that you are representing yourself, your placement school, and WSU when you are

doing your student teaching. You are never to discuss your student teaching experience

on social media or in a public location unless it is absolutely positive. Student teachers are

expected to not just live up to the standards held by the Education department but to ex-

ceed them.

B - OTHER OBLIGATIONS

The theatre area understands the extraordinary stresses that a student teacher is under. For

that reason, they will be excused from typical department obligations including work calls

and practicums. They will also be asked to focus on their teaching and to not participate

in extracurricular theatre activities or outside shows for that semester.

classes such as Directing II, and Acting II, and to audition for the Musical Theatre program.

These things will now have other methods to determine status. Please see sections on

those individual areas for further info.

VI - OUTSIDE PERSONAL SHOWS/PROJECTS

Any student wishing to audition or work for a theatre outside of WSU productions is required

to obtain permission from ALL of the members of faculty/staff. The online form for a permis-

sion request can be found here:

https://weber.edu/performingarts/theatreforms.html

This form must be lled out and approved by ALL faculty and staff before the student audi-

tions or accepts any position outside of the department. Accepting any position outside of

the department without obtaining proper authorization will affect current and future tuition

waiver qualications.

Outside productions can not affect participation in the department or the student’s class-

work.

VII - REHEARSAL/SHOW BEHAVIOR POLICY

A - REHEARSAL AND TECH REHEARSAL POLICIES

We all have to work closely together. Our goal is to teach you how to work in a professional

environment. The following are rules of respect to make our theatre galaxy run smoothly,

collaboratively and backstage drama free:

1. Know your job responsibilities, perform them in the most professional manner

possible. Also, do not feel the need to tell someone else how to do their job. It

is likely they already know. If you have an issue with someone else, talk to the

appropriate supervisor. If you do not know who that is, ask. It will always even-

tually end up at the stage manager -so if you don’t know who else to go to the

stage manager is it. The buck stops there.

2. Be on time. Whether it be a call time or a cue. Pay attention and be there

when you are supposed to be.

3. No one in this company is more important than anyone else. Everyone has

an important job to do to make the collaboration of the show function. That

means no one has the right to be a diva! Be kind and always say please and

thank you. It will always be returned with kindness and respect. Never snap at

a crew member!

4. Don’t talk about others negatively. The walls have ears and rumors y at a

rate faster than the speed of light. Often times things are taken out of context

or misheard and only leads to hurt feelings and animosity within the ranks.

5. Social media - stay off of it during shows. You should be paying attention to

cues, not posting on Instagram. Save it for after the show. Also, be respectful of

your cast and crew mates on social media. Once posted on the internet, it will

always be there or come back to haunt you later in life. Stupid social media

posts during the show reect poorly on the show and the department.

6. Phones - if you have to have them on, please keep them on silent. If you do

not need it for show purposes, leave it tucked away in your belongings.

7. Hygiene - please shower regularly, don’t wear perfumes and colognes, do

wear deodorant ALWAYS. Cast - bad hygiene will ruin the costumes, annoy

your cast and crew mates, will make the hair and makeup crew not want to

assist you. Crew - you may be backstage, but you still have to be around peo-

ple. Don’t make them wish that you were not part of the show.

8. You are responsible for covering all tattoos and piercings with make-up that

does not damage your costume. You are responsible for acquiring this make-

up.

9. If it is necessary for the show, actors will also be responsible for acquiring

Stage Make-Up kits (make-up cannot be shared), and appropriate dancing

shoes and undergarments.

10. If you have rehearsal shoes, costume pieces, or props, you must be careful

with them. Anything damaged or broken costs the Theatre area money to re-

place, even if it is a rehearsal piece.

11. Don’t ever touch anything that doesn’t belong to you -props, wigs, set

pieces, etc.

12. If you use a weapon in a show you must treat that weapon with respect

and as if it is real and dangerous at all times. Never touch anyone else’s weap-

on. Never play with weapons. Never point the weapon at anyone. Make sure

the weapon is properly stowed and accounted for when not on stage.

13. Do not ever take show items home. Costumes, props, mic packs, etc. Cast

-if you have laundry or issues tell your wardrobe crew, wig problem -hair crew,

mic problem -sound crew, etc. If we are using your personal items, please

keep them at the theatre until strike. Then, remember to take it home at strike

or it will be restocked and you will never see it again!

14. Never any eating, drinking (besides water), smoking, or leaving the back-

stage area in costume. Crew, no food or drinks backstage!

15. People backstage - no family, friends, girlfriends, boyfriends, kids, or pets

(unless you have the Director’s approval) backstage during tech or the run of

the show (this includes dressing rooms). Keep it professional! It isa distraction to

you and everyone else.

16. No personal jewelry! If it is valuable, leave it at home! Or make arrange-

ments with stage management to lock it up.

17. Wireless microphones should only be placed, adjusted, or removed by a

mic technician. Respect the equipment.

18. When holding a scene in tech, actors should stay quietly in place and keep

facing the house so the lighting designer can see your face.

19. Tech takes time. In the professional world techs are much longer than here

at WSU so you should get used to it and do whatever you need to keep your-

self happy. Bring homework, snacks, a blanket, and / or your teddy bear.

20. Be patient. Be kind.

B - PERSONAL SAFETY

All students are primarily responsible for their own personal safety. Faculty and staff will also

be watching out for you, but they can’t be everywhere or see everything all the time. Stay

aware of your environment and surroundings. If you feel unsafe for any reason during a

rehearsal or performance, please let your supervisor know immediately. If there are special

safety considerations for a particular event, all students involved will be made aware of

them prior to the event.

Here is a list of general safety tips for the Theater Area:

1. Become familiar with your surroundings. If something looks out of place or

sounds different than normal something may be wrong. It’s okay to ask.

2. If you don’t know how to perform an assigned task or you have questions

about a procedure, please ask for help.

3. Never leave the building alone, especially late at night. Always walk to your

car with a friend.

4. Report any behavior from others that makes you uncomfortable to your su-

pervisor.

5. Don’t play around on the scenery, with props, or with equipment in the the-

aters.

6. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear in the shops and for rehearsals and

performances.

7. Follow all safety protocols given to you by your supervisor. If you don’t under-

stand a protocol, please ask for clarication.

C - STUDENT POLICY ON USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA

During the course of your academic career at Weber State University (WSU) you are likely

to encounter opportunities to share, post, tweet, like or boost photos and images related

to the theatre area. As a student of the theatre area at WSU you are one of the most visual

on campus. Faculty, staff, students and members of the community will begin to recognize

you as your career unfolds at WSU. As such, it is important to remember that at all times

you represent not only the area but the university. We are very proud of our students and

the rich history cultivated by the faculty and staff of this institution. As such, before posting

images or making posts, please keep the following best practices in mind:

A. Please make sure you have secured approval from the director and or mar-

keting director before posting images related to a production. It is our intent

to showcase our shows as professional. One image or post that is then shared

with others and disseminated more broadly can and will have an impact on

perceptions.

B. For each production, photos will be shared with the director, cast and crew

that can in turn be used on social media.

C. Please abstain from the use of any derogatory or foul language as it relates

to a production, members of the cast, director or crew.

D. Please check before using the university logo, brand or image for a produc-

tion just to make sure you have a high-res image.

E. Please realize your posts are public. A friend can share a post you did not

consider offensive and in turn without the proper context conclusions can be

drawn. Please just be mindful of the content you post related to a production.

F. Please feel free to share images of your classwork, assignments, etc.

G. Ask for help if you ever encounter a situation or issue you are unsure about.

A member of the faculty or staff is always here to assist you.

VIII - E-MAIL AND MASTER CALENDAR

A - STUDENT E-MAIL

All students are assigned an email address upon entering the university. The Theatre Arts

area will use this university email address as an important means of communicating with the

students in our programs. Email messages will include production announcements, advise-

ment information, reminders of deadlines and important dates, and notices of meetings.

It is extremely important for each student to get into the habit of checking your university

email at least once a day. ALL EMAILS BETWEEN STUDENTS AND PROFESSORS MUST BE DONE

VIA STUDENT EMAIL ACCOUNTS.

B - THEATER MASTER CALENDAR

The Theater Arts Area maintains the Weber State Theater Master Calendar. The Master

Calendar is a public google calendar that is a tool and source of information for all Theatre

majors. It contains general information on all Theatre Area productions and major events

such as auditions and juries. Students can nd a link to the Master Calendar on the Theater

Area’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/318207495051208, or on the WSU

Theater Digital Callboard in Canvas. You can nd information regarding joining those two

callboards in Section III, Subsection I.

You can also nd the calendar by searching for “Weber State Theater Master Calendar” on

the Google calendars website or application.

The Master Calendar is for general information only. Calendar information for individual

productions is issued by that production’s stage manager for the cast and crew of that

production only.

C - CALLBOARDS

There are two digital callboards. The rst is a Facebook group called “WSU Theatre Call-

board.” Please search Facebook with that name and request to join. There is also a Can-

vas “class” called “WSU Theatre Digital Callboard.” You should automatically be added to

that. If not please ask a professor to add you. All theatre students should join at least one

of the digital callboards to stay up to date on announcements and opportunities in the

program.

You can nd further information regarding joining the digital callboards in Section III, Sub-

section I.

IX - SAFETY AND BUILDING USE POLICIES

A - COSTUME SHOP RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. The costume studio is a work space and should never be used as a space for studying or

socializing.

2. Working hours for practicum students are from 1:00pm - 6:00pm. Please respect those

hours and do not disturb the Costume Studio Manager (Jean-Louise) during the morning

hours. Also, respect that people are working during those hours and try not to disrupt the

work happening in the studio.

3. Safety is key. If you do not know how the equipment works, please ask for help using it.

Also, do not touch or play with equipment that you are not using for a shop related project.

Please listen to instructions carefully. Some equipment and supplies can be dangerous to

you or your health if used improperly.

4. Please properly put away any equipment or materials you have been using. We all need

to work together to keep the space clean and functional.

5. The break room and pantry are available to all. However, everyone needs to do their

part to keep the space clean. It is very important for each person to do their own dishes

so someone else isn’t spending their time cleaning up after you. Costume studio staff is not

paid to clean up after you. All dishes and silverware should never leave the studio.

B - SCENE SHOP SAFETY RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. Shop Hours are from 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Monday – Friday

2. There will also be occasional Saturday work call times that will be posted on the Call

Boards.

3. The scene shop is full of equipment and tools that can be hazardous if used improperly.

Please follow the rules below to help keep yourself safe while in the scene shop.

4. All personnel in the scene shop must wear appropriate attire. Such as wearing sturdy

closed-toe shoes and avoid wearing loose tting clothing or jewelry.

5. Wear all personal safety equipment that is appropriate for the task you are participating

in.

6. Eye protection should be worn at all times while in the shop.

7. Keep your workstation clean, put tools away when you are done with them, and clean

up after yourself.

8. Avoid bringing any personal items into the shop that may result in bodily harm to yourself

or others. Lockers are provided near the dock door for your personal items.

9. Follow all operating procedures for the tools and equipment that you are using. If you are

unsure of how to use a tool, please ask for help.

10. Follow all instructions given to you by shop supervisors.

11. Do not come to work in the shop under the inuence of any substance or impairment,

i.e. alcohol, drugs prescription or otherwise, excessive tiredness, etc. Working in the shop

while you are impaired in any way is extremely dangerous to yourself and others working

around you, and will not be tolerated. If you do you will be asked to leave the shop.

12. Never work in the shop alone.

C - STORAGE AREAS RULES AND REGULATIONS

a) COSTUME STORAGE

Items in costume storage are organized in a certain way so we can nd what we need for

shows. Do not ever restock something if you do not know exactly where it is supposed to

go. If you are working in stock, please make sure you put things away in the proper places

and if you do not know where that is ask someone who does. Also, if you see something

that has fallen on the oor hang it back up. It takes but a moment and helps keep things

clean, organized, and in good working condition.

We no longer lend out costumes for directing scenes or class projects due to past misuse

and care of costumes borrowed. However, costumes are available for rent for directing

scenes and class projects. All rentals should be arranged in advance with the student rent-

al agent by appointment only. Please do not come in the day items are needed and ex-

pect us to drop everything to help you.

b) PROPERTIES STORAGE

The Theatre Arts Area maintains two Properties Storage Areas within the Browning Center.

Furniture Storage is located on the basement oor in room 30 below the Allred Theater

Stage. Hand and Small Properties Storage is located on the second oor in the hallway

behind the Eccles Theater. Item stored in these areas are primarily used to support all pro-

ductions of the Theatre Arts Area, and show use must take priority, however, students are

able to check out furniture and other prop item for use in class projects and assignments.

Items can be signed out with the Technical Director (Jared Porter) by requesting via email

an online form. Do not remove any items from these rooms without permission from the TD.

c) LIGHTING AND SOUND STORAGE

Do not take anything out of room 240 or the sound closet in the scene shop without express

permission from Jess Greenberg or Korey Lamb.

Do not move, rearrange or take any lighting or sound equipment that belongs to the Brown-

ing Center without rst speaking with Jess Greenberg AND Korey Lamb from the Browning

Center Ofces

d) TOOL ROOM

The tool room is located within the scene shop near the table saw. Do not remove anything

from the tool room without permission from shop supervisors. Tools from the tool room should

remain in the scene shop and be returned to their proper location in the tool room when

you are done using them. Do not remove any tools from the scene shop without permission

from the TD (Jared Porter.) Keep the tool room clean and organized at all times.

e) PAINT AND PROPS DOCK

The Paint and Props Dock is located above the scene shop, or across the hall from Room

230. Brushes, paint, tools, construction materials etc. should remain in this room unless given

permission to remove them by the TD (Jared Porter), or Cully Long. In progress props proj-

ects should not be removed from this area unless express permission is given by the Props

Designer or Stage Manager for the particular show.

X - STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

A - HOURLY STUDENT EMPLOYEE

Department hourly wage programs are available to students who qualify and who main-

tain satisfactory academic progress. These positions involve part-time employment on

campus. On hourly payroll, the department pays the entire salary. To apply for a posted

position you must rst go to the ofce of Career.

B - 50/50 STUDENT EMPLOYEE

The provost has sponsored an employment program called 50/50. It was set up to give the

students practical working experience within their area of interest and major so that they

are ready to enter the professional workforce after graduation. The Provost’s ofce pays

half the hourly wage which makes these positions affordable to our department and allows

us to work within our budgets. We currently have 50/50 positions in the Costume Studio, the

Scene Shop, and Lighting. These positions are awarded a set number of hours per week

and are required to do one training per semester. Any available positions can be found at

jobs.weber.edu and select search postings.

C - WORK STUDY EMPLOYEE

Work-study is a monetary amount allowed by the government that is awarded to the stu-

dent and provides approximately 2/3 of the funds needed to pay that person. Students

need to apply every year by March 1st. Awards are determined according to need and

may vary from several hundred dollars to several thousand dollars. Because we as a de-

partment are only responsible for 1/3 of the money, we like to hire these people rst.

SECTION III - GENERAL THEATRE

AREA INFORMATION

I - CALL BOARDS

A - PHYSICAL CALLBOARD

We do not currently maintain a physical callboard. All information MUST be attained from

either the Canvas, or Facebook Callboards.

B - CANVAS CALLBOARD

Weber State University has established a Canvas course that we use as the primary Call-

board for students. This course is used for news and information related to the Theatre

Area and opportunities that are available to our students. Students should be automati-

cally added to this course when they enroll in the department but if you have not been

enrolled please contact Performing Arts ofce, Browning Center room 331, or your advisor

and request to be added. We ask that you turn on notications for this course so that you

receive an email when a new post is made, or check the course daily.

C - FACEBOOK CALLBOARD

Weber State University also maintains an active Facebook Group called “WSU Theatre Call-

board.” This group is used for news and information related to the Theatre Area and oppor-

tunities that are available to our students. There is also a link to WSU Theatre’s Master Calen-

dar on the Facebook Callboard. This group is for information only. Please do not comment

on anything posted to this group. You can share posts to your own Facebook wall if you

wish to. If you wish to post information to this group, please contact a faculty or staff mem-

ber. Student Stage Managers will be made temporary administrators of this group to share

information about the productions they have been assigned to, but should remember to

conduct themselves with the utmost professionalism while they have this authority.

II - AUDITIONS

Audition information will be posted on both virtual callboards. Typically, auditions for the fall

shows will be held at the end of the preceding year and the spring shows will be held near

the end of fall semester. Occasionally this may change. Please see the section on audition

procedures for what to expect at auditions. Directors work together to organize auditions

and callbacks and consult each other when making nal cast decisions to ensure the best

arrangements for shows and for individual student’s educational progress.

III - PRIVATE VOICE INSTRUCTION

Musical Theatre majors are required to complete 6 semesters of private vocal instruction.

Contact our departmental secretary, Patty Coan in the Performing Arts ofce, Browning

Center room 331, for a list of approved instructors.

Private lesson payment is included in your semester billing; there is an additional charge

above and beyond the regular tuition and fees. Consult the current course registration

schedule for the specic fee.

IV - AAT

Associated Artists of the Theatre is the student theatre organization at Weber State. In ad-

dition to various activities (frequently with food!), opportunities for community service and

other events, AAT sponsors at least two student productions during the year. The rst is a

Christmas show that tours to local elementary schools, and in the spring they present an

entirely student-produced play or an evening of one-act plays, on alternating years. You

must be a member of AAT to direct, audition for, or work on an AAT produced show or ac-

tivity.

A - AAT MISSION STATEMENT

Associated Actors and Technicians is a student driven organization which encourages the

growth of each performer, technician, designer, writer, and director within its member-

ship. AAT independently produces and sponsors original and experimental-as well as es-

tablished-works. AAT strives to promote, uphold, and maintain a quality of excellence and

professionalism, while exposing its members to the expanding world of theatre.

AAT membership is open for all due paying individuals. AAT does not discriminate on the

grounds of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, age,

height/weight ratio, major, or disability. All persons are welcome to join.

B - AAT AND THEATRE AREA AGREEMENT

The faculty recognizes AAT as a vital part of the department that encourages Undergrad-

uate Research and supports departmental camaraderie. The faculty will provide AAT with

a departmental advisor who will regularly attend AAT meetings, be available for meetings

with the board, help with nancial organization, and other typical clubs and organizational

needs. The theatre department will provide resources to support AAT productions including

mentorship, materials, spaces, and monies that will vary from show to show based on the

scope of the activity, the resources available, and discussion between AAT and the faculty.

The theatre faculty does so with the understanding that AAT productions will further the de-

partmental mission and learning outcomes of the department as a whole. The more open

and productive communication between AAT and the Theatre Area, the more successful

the organization can be at enhancing the learning experience for the students and the

greater a contribution the organization can make.

C - AAT PRODUCTIONS

Production Goals: AAT is dedicated to producing a full student show every other year. The

show is typically produced in the early spring semester of even numbered years. Every four

years the faculty has dedicated to producing a full season of new works. When that sea-

son falls on a year that AAT produces a show, AAT has also produced a new work. In the

past, AAT has produced shows such as 35mm, Girl of Glass, Seminar, and The 25th Annual

Putnam County Spelling Bee.

AAT aims to let students have the opportunity to participate in an entirely student produced

show. The goal is for students to gain extra experience working with different directors and

designers. This is also a good chance for students to produce their own show with the help

of faculty mentors before they graduate.

V - DANCE AREA COLLABORATION

The Dance Area presents Orchesis, a modern dance concert, most Fall and Spring semes-

ters. Theatre students are encouraged to participate in constructing costumes, wardrobe

crews, and costume design. Orchesis provides opportunities for theatre students to learn

about giving technical support to areas of performance outside the realm of theatre.

Future Collaborations between the Dance Area and the Theatre Area are ongoing based

on the Theatre Area’s available resources. They could include opportunities for Theatre stu-

dents to work as Stage Managers, technicians, performers, etc.

VI - KCACTF

The Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival is a national theatre education

program that aims to identify and promote quality in college level theatre production. To

this end, each production entered is eligible for a response by a regional KC/ACTF repre-

sentative, and certain students are selected to participate in KC/ACTF programs involving

awards, scholarships, and special grants for actors, playwrights, designers, and critics at

both the regional and national levels. Outstanding actors and designers are invited to par-

ticipate at the regional festival, and may be chosen to go on to the national level.

Productions entered on the Participating level are eligible for inclusion at the KC/ACTF re-

gional festival. Historically, they could also be considered for invitation to the national festi-

val at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. Weber State

has had this honor twice in recent years, rst in 1994 with The Pirated Penzance, and again

in 2000 with The Serpent. There is no longer a national festival. Now, individual students can

be invited to participate in Acting, Design, Playwriting, Dramaturgy, etc.

We are in KCACTF Region VIII with Arizona, California, Nevada, and Hawaii. In addition to

performances, there is a wide range of activities that in the past have included workshops

and seminars on such topics as playwriting, auditioning, voice, movement, stage combat,

theatre for children, scene painting, scenery construction, etc.

Information on KC/ACTF region VIII can be found on the web at:

https://kcactf-8.org

VII - DPA COMPUTER LAB (BC 322)

This is a “closed” lab. It is available to the students, staff, and faculty of the Department of

Performing Arts. The DPA Technology Lab is intended for academic use only.

A - LOCATION

Browning Center room 322 (BC322). The lab is located near the north - east corner of the

third oor. Open hours vary by semester, please see schedule in the lab and posted around

the building.

B - CONTACT

The lab phone number is (801) 626-7166 Lab Manager: Mark D. Maxson mmaxson@weber.

edu

C - RESOURCES

1. Finale 26.3, (up to date)

2. Sibelius 8.7 (up to date)

3. Pro Tools 6.9 LE

4. Pro Tools 2020/2021 (up to date)

5. Garageband

6. Qlab (up to date)

7.Vectorworks 2019

8. Lightright, current demo

9. Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, (up to date)

10. Isadora, (up to date)

VIII - BC 317

This classroom is for use by Theatre students ONLY. Open hours vary by semester, please see

schedule posted on the door. The room contains a craft area, a sink, three computers, and

light boards for student use

A - ACCESS

Access to the room is by keypad. Cully Long can assign you an access number for the

keypad. This number is linked to YOU and MUST NOT be shared. You will be logged into the

system when you enter the room, so any damages, theft or other problems will be linked to

you. DO NOT block the door open when you are working. All students should use the key-

pad for entrance so that there is a record of use.

B - CONTACT

To be assigned an access number contact Cully Long, [email protected].

C - RESOURCES

1. Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, (up to date)

2. Qlab (up to date)

3.Vectorworks 2019

4. Lightright, current demo

5. Isadora, (up to date)

VIII - FACULTY AND STAFF DIRECTORY

FACULTY/STAFF MEMBER

ROOM

(Browning

Center)

PHONE

(801-626-xxxx)

Callahan, Tracy Acting/Directing 308 7886 [email protected]

Coan, Patty

Departmental

Secretary

331 6437 [email protected]

England,

Jean-Louise

Costume Shop

Manager

337 7768 [email protected]

Greenberg,

Jessica

Lighting, Sound &

Projection

Co-Program

Coordinator

305 6542 [email protected]

Lewis, Andrew

Barratt

Musical Theatre

Co-Program

Coordinator

212E 6517 [email protected]

Long, Cully

Scenic Design

and Stage

Management

302 6435 [email protected]

Mathews, Tom

Department

Chair

331 [email protected]

Maxson, Mark

Multimedia

Specialist

322 7802 [email protected]

Porter, Jared

Technical

Director

232 7191 [email protected]

Plain, Kenneth Musical Theatre 358 6992 [email protected]

Smith, Amber

Costume Shop

Asst.

337 6662

Zublin, Catherine Costume Design 359 6661 [email protected]

Costume Studio 337 6662

Scene Shop 142 6434

NOTE: We do not currently have an ofcial advisor for Theatre Ed, Playwriting or Dramatur-

gy. Advisement of these students will performed as needed by either Jess Greenberg or

Andrew Barratt Lewis until the faculty position has been lled.

A - CAMPUS POLICE

801-626-6460

B - CAMPUS FOOD PANTRY

Monday - Friday 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Shepherd Union, Room 402

SECTION IV - APPENDIXES

I - FORMS

Most forms required for the department can be found here:

https://weber.edu/performingarts/theatreforms.html

II - CAMPUS RESOURCES

C - CAREER SERVICES

801-626-6393

jobs.weber.edu

D - CHILD CARE

801-626-7798

Age Limit:

• Children ages two through nine may at-

tend

• Must be two years old at the time of en-

rollment and be potty-trained

Cost:

• The cost is $3.50 per hour

• There is a one-time, non-refundable $15

application fee

• A $42 deposit required before starting

the rst day (applied to childcare hours)

Hours:

• Monday & Friday: 6:45 a.m. - 3 p.m.

• Tuesday - Thursday: 6:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

• Child may attend up to 4 hours/day

• Center is open over nals, but closed

over breaks and holidays

E - COUNSELING SERVICES

Location: Student Services Center, Suite 280

Mailing Address:

3885 West Campus Dr DEPT 1114

Ogden, UT 84408-1114

801-626-6406

Hours:

Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

F - DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY

PROGRAMS

Union, Room 232C

801-626-7243

Hours:

Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

G - HEALTH CENTER

Clinic Phone: 801-626-6459

Pharmacy: 801-626-7924

[email protected]

Location: Student Service Center, Room

190

Mailing Address, Map

Clinic Hours:

• Mon, Tues, Thurs - a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

• Wednesday - 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

• Friday - 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

*Please arrive 30 minutes before closing

time to assure being seen.

H - INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AND

SCHOLAR CENTER

Student Services Center Room 143

3885 West Campus Dr DEPT 1130

Ogden, Utah 84408-1130

801-626-6853 [email protected]

I - LGBT RESOURCES CENTER

3885 West Campus Drive

Student Services Center,

Suite 154 Dept. 2125

Ogden, Utah 84408-2125

Coordinator: Jayson Stokes, M.Ed.

801-626-7271

[email protected]

J - NON-TRADITIONAL

STUDENT CENTER

801-626-7794

Location: Shepherd Union ,Room 322

Mailing Address:

Nontraditional Student Center

3910 West Campus Dr DEPT 2128

Ogden, UT 84408-2128

Hours: Monday - Friday - 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.,

Summer Hours vary

K - SERVICES FOR STUDENTS

WITH DISABILITIES

3885 West Campus Dr.

Dept. 1129

Ogden, UT 84408-1129

Student Services Center, Room 181

801-626-6413

Fall and Spring Ofce Hours:

M – Th: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Fri: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Summer Ofce Hours:

M – Fri: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

L - STRESS MANAGEMENT LAB

Swenson Gym across from Rm 62

M - VETERANS SERVICES

1352 Village Dr DEPT 4701

Ogden, Utah 84408-4701

801-626-6039

M-Th: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Fri: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

N - WELLNESS CENTER

Student Wellness: Wildcat Center 210

801-626-7524

[email protected]

O - WOMEN’S CENTER

3910 West Campus Dr DEPT 2127

Ogden, UT 84408-2127

Shepherd Union: Room 322

801-626-6090

[email protected]

Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

P - LOCAL FAMILIY CRISIS CENTERS

AND SHELTERS

Lantern House

269 W 33rd Street

801-621-5036

Website: stannescenter.org

St Anne’s Center

137 W Binford St

801-621-5036

Website: stannescenter.org

YCC Crisis

2261 Adams Ave.

801-689-1700

Website: yccogden.org

SECTION V - COVID-19 UPDATES

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic some academic policies have been temporarily

changed or suspended.

Following is a list of changes to the Student Policies:

SEC II, SUBSECTION I, PART A - PERSONAL CONDUCT

In the event of a mask mandate, or changes in room usage or other social distancing

measures, all students are expected to follow any posted rules and policies for building use

across campus.

SEC II, SUBSECTION VII - REHEARSAL/SHOW BEHAVIOR POLICY

In the event of a mask mandate, or changes in room usage or other social distancing

measures, all students are expected to follow the posted rules and policies for building use

during rehearsals and shows.

Please wear masks and appropriate PPE during rehearsals and during shows as directed.

Students will be expected to have 2 masks for in-person rehearsals. One will be worn to and

from the rehearsal, and one will be worn during rehearsal.

GENERAL ADDITIONS

Students will be expected to help professors clean and disinfect all class rooms, theaters,

work spaces and practice spaces before and after their use. Cleaning products will be

supplied.