Production Agreement
Thank you for your interest in auditioning for BTCA’s upcoming production of The Nutcracker. Being a cast member of a BTCA production is an exciting opportunity, but one that also comes with certain expectations and responsibilities. This Production Agreement outlines those expectations, and we ask that both dancer and parent/guardian read the details below carefully, check your agreement, and sign/date.
1. The Ballet Theatre of Carmel is a student performing company of Ballet Theatre of Carmel Academy. We strive to maintain a professional atmosphere while promoting dedication to the performing arts. Students must be enrolled in, and regularly attending, at least the minimum weekly required ballet classes at the Ballet Theatre of Carmel Academy in order to maintain Ballet Theatre of Carmel membership (see requirements at https://my-ballet.org/about/required-classes/). Attendance will be monitored weekly.
2. Membership in BTC and casting will be determined at the initial auditions. You will be notified within the week following auditions if your dancer requires additional classes to qualify for BTC membership. Casting will be announced Monday, September 12.
3. Casting is at the sole discretion of BTCA Artistic Staff and all decisions are final. BTCA Artistic Directors, faculty, executive staff & board members will not entertain discussions or meetings regarding casting grievances. In addition, any negative "chatter" regarding casting - on social media, in the studio, or otherwise - among cast members and their families is considered unacceptable, as it does NOT reflect the respectful behavior expected from pre-professional ballet company members/families at BTCA and globally. Dancers/family members responsible for questioning casting decisions and/or generating negative chatter do so at the risk of losing their/their dancer's assigned roles and in extreme cases risk losing their/their dancer's opportunity to participate as a BTC company member for the current production.
4. Students must attend all company rehearsals. Poor rehearsal attendance will affect your student’s preparedness for performances and may result in exclusion from participation in performance opportunities.
5. Dress code and demeanor in the rehearsal studio will be held to a high standard.
6. Rehearsal/production schedules, information, and choreography videos will be posted to the BTCA website’s Members page (password BTCA1329). Changes and updates will be sent by e-mail. Please check these two sources prior to calling the studio with questions. We strive to update you regularly and often, but please understand that schedules are subject to change.
7. Rehearsals, including dress rehearsals, are closed to visitors and parents.
8. Additional expenses may be incurred for travel, parking, extra shoes, make up and other performance-related items. Detailed information will be provided in such cases.
9. Certain cast members may be invited/requested to participate in local community outreach events to help promote the performance (ie. libraries, senior centers, festivals). Details will be provided as early as possible to facilitate planning and scheduling. If you are not contacted, your dancer is not required.
We have read the information provided and fully understand the requirements, rehearsals, fees, and responsibilities required to participate in this Ballet Theatre of Carmel Academy production. By typing your name below, you agree to the terms set above. Typing your name serves as your signature.
