ACCEPTING PERFORMANCES MEANS
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As we want to please our audiences, it is equally important that we provide
visual appeal. Confidence in your own personal performance comes in knowing
what you are doing vocally and knowing that you fit the visual look of
the whole chorus in choreography, costuming and make-up. If you've passed
your performance audition, and have been rehearsing regularly with the
chorus, you should also know the visual plan.
It is our wish that you enjoy your experience with us and feel
a part of the chorus unit.
Performances are accepted by the chorus ONLY when the Director has determined
she will have a balanced sound - which means that all performances aren't
mandatory. Naturally, we expect you to sign up for the majority of them
and as many as you possibly can, but this IS a hobby and everyone has
different priorities in life. With that in mind ... this is what is required
of performing members at each performance accepted by the chorus:
- Arrive at least 45 minutes prior to performance time so you have plenty
of time to get performance ready (costumes & makeup). Warm up your
voice in the car on the way if at all possible!
- Costume are designated by the Costume
Committee prior to any performance. We are going for a "unit
look". We don't want anything to distract the audience from our
sound or attract the eye to an individual -- unless it's OUR intention
to do so!
- Make sure all the pieces are ready to go ahead of time. Don't
forget any accessories (earrings) or props.
- Only jewelry designated by the costume committee is allowed. Wedding
rings are the single exception. All other jewelry must be removed
- plan ahead - remove extra rings and piercings before you get to
the performance. No watches. Any tattoos must be completely covered
- Makeup, including nail polish, is also designated prior to any given
performance - check with the MakeUp
committee if you have any questions. If someone from the makeup committee
asks you to change something, please don't be offended - we're going
for the uniform look.
- Hair should be big, full and off the face and shoulders. Bigger hair
draws the attention to the performers face and where it should be -
on what we're singing. If you need help with your hair let the committee
know well in advance of the performance.
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