code of conduct
OVERVIEW & PURPOSE
To clarify the expectations of Sun Prairie Civic Theatre (“SPCT”) on how members, performers, production staff and all volunteers should conduct themselves while involved in the activities of the theatre. By following this Code of Conduct, your reputation, and the brand and reputation of SPCT, will be upheld and protected. The Code also seeks to provide for a safe, enjoyable, and equitable environment for all, in the undertaking of their role within SPCT.
BASIC INCORPORATION OF STANDARDS
DISCRIMINATION, SEXUAL HARASSMENT, AND BULLYING
Members, performers, production staff, and volunteers are expected to respect the rights, dignity, and worth of others regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background, or religion or of their physical or psychological disabilities.
SPCT will not tolerate discrimination. Discrimination is any behavior or practice which reflects an assumption of superiority of one group (or individual) over another or disadvantages people on the basis of their real or perceived membership of a particular group and includes such behavior as less favorable treatment, unfair exclusion and asking discriminatory questions.
SPCT will not tolerate sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is any unwanted, unwelcome, or uninvited behavior of a sexual nature that makes a person feel humiliated, intimidated, or offended.
Equally, SPCT will not tolerate bullying. Bullying is behavior that intimidates, offends, degrades, insults, or humiliates another person. Bullying can be physical or psychological. Examples of bullying include:
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Everyone has the right to participate in an environment that is physically and emotionally safe. Members, performers, production staff and volunteers are asked to take responsibility for their own health and safety, ensuring that their actions do not risk the health and safety of others. All should take reasonable care at all times by following all lawful instructions from those in authority at SPCT in its efforts towards providing a healthy and safe environment. All hazards, accidents, or injuries should be reported to the SPCT representative in charge of the activity.
ALCOHOL AND DRUG CONSUMPTION
Alcohol or prohibited drugs are not to be consumed by performers, production staff and volunteers while performing duties before or during a show that would leave them intoxicated during a performance. Exceptions to this are SPCT sponsored events on the premises or at other locations (i.e. Opening Night after-show parties, Official Social Mixers, etc.) where alcohol may be consumed.
Special consideration should be shown when minors are present (abide by all statutes). In the context of this provision, anyone exhibiting signs of being intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol, or an illegal or prohibited drug will be prevented from commencing, or continuing their activity in relation to the current production.
Note also our performance space doesn’t allow the possession, use, distribution, or sale of tobacco products on school property. This includes any device used for smoking purposes such as e-cigarettes, hookah pens, nicotine fluid or any other related items or substances.
To clarify the expectations of Sun Prairie Civic Theatre (“SPCT”) on how members, performers, production staff and all volunteers should conduct themselves while involved in the activities of the theatre. By following this Code of Conduct, your reputation, and the brand and reputation of SPCT, will be upheld and protected. The Code also seeks to provide for a safe, enjoyable, and equitable environment for all, in the undertaking of their role within SPCT.
BASIC INCORPORATION OF STANDARDS
- Treat everyone with dignity and courtesy
- Be fair, considerate, and honest in dealings with others
- Refrain from any behavior which may bring SPCT into disrepute
- Display control, respect and professionalism in all activities
- Observe proper meeting conduct and protocols
- Control one's temper: verbal abuse of others in the course of SPCT activities is unacceptable
- Abide with the code of conduct or conditions of use, of the venue being used
- Use good judgment and demonstrate respect to other members and the SPCT organization as a whole, as it pertains to any/all postings/comments on both personal and SPCT social media sites
DISCRIMINATION, SEXUAL HARASSMENT, AND BULLYING
Members, performers, production staff, and volunteers are expected to respect the rights, dignity, and worth of others regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background, or religion or of their physical or psychological disabilities.
SPCT will not tolerate discrimination. Discrimination is any behavior or practice which reflects an assumption of superiority of one group (or individual) over another or disadvantages people on the basis of their real or perceived membership of a particular group and includes such behavior as less favorable treatment, unfair exclusion and asking discriminatory questions.
SPCT will not tolerate sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is any unwanted, unwelcome, or uninvited behavior of a sexual nature that makes a person feel humiliated, intimidated, or offended.
Equally, SPCT will not tolerate bullying. Bullying is behavior that intimidates, offends, degrades, insults, or humiliates another person. Bullying can be physical or psychological. Examples of bullying include:
- aggressive or frightening behavior (e.g. shouting or threatening violence);
- threats of assault against a colleague or damage to their property or equipment;
- rude or belittling comments; and standing in someone's way or deliberately blocking their path in an intimidating manner.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Everyone has the right to participate in an environment that is physically and emotionally safe. Members, performers, production staff and volunteers are asked to take responsibility for their own health and safety, ensuring that their actions do not risk the health and safety of others. All should take reasonable care at all times by following all lawful instructions from those in authority at SPCT in its efforts towards providing a healthy and safe environment. All hazards, accidents, or injuries should be reported to the SPCT representative in charge of the activity.
ALCOHOL AND DRUG CONSUMPTION
Alcohol or prohibited drugs are not to be consumed by performers, production staff and volunteers while performing duties before or during a show that would leave them intoxicated during a performance. Exceptions to this are SPCT sponsored events on the premises or at other locations (i.e. Opening Night after-show parties, Official Social Mixers, etc.) where alcohol may be consumed.
Special consideration should be shown when minors are present (abide by all statutes). In the context of this provision, anyone exhibiting signs of being intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol, or an illegal or prohibited drug will be prevented from commencing, or continuing their activity in relation to the current production.
Note also our performance space doesn’t allow the possession, use, distribution, or sale of tobacco products on school property. This includes any device used for smoking purposes such as e-cigarettes, hookah pens, nicotine fluid or any other related items or substances.
GUIDELINES FOR REHEARSALS AND PERFORMANCES AT THE CIVIC THEATRE REHEARSAL FACILITY, THE SUN PRAIRIE PERFORMING ARTS CENTERS IN THE HIGH SCHOOLS, AND CENTRAL HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL.
Being selected to be in the cast of a Sun Prairie Civic Theatre production is an honor and a privilege. This selection brings with it certain responsibilities. The first and most important is RESPECT for others, their property, their rights, their needs, and their feelings.
Infractions of these guidelines may result in being permanently dismissed from the cast of this production.
- There is to be absolutely no smoking, drinking, or drug use during rehearsals or performances. Alcohol may be consumed at after rehearsal parties and the strike party at the rehearsal barn.
- Profanity will not be tolerated.
- Take responsibility for the space, equipment, and belongings of others. Clean up after yourself.
- Respect other performers, crewmembers, directors, and staff by being on time, paying attention, and remaining quiet during rehearsals and performances.
- The director will assign an adult(s) to supervise minors during rehearsals and performances. Minors will have an assigned specific space when they are not needed during rehearsals and performances.
- MINORS MAY NOT attend a party where alcohol is being served unless they are accompanied by a parent (guardian) over the age of 21.
- Remember Central Heights Middle School and Sun Prairie's High Schools are public schools, and we must act according to all rules and regulations of the school district.
- No food, soda, or bottles in the auditorium, on stage, in the classrooms, choir room, or lighting booth. Water bottles are acceptable if they are picked up and removed.
- At the end of each day we must leave the auditorium, dressing rooms, lighting booth, and make up rooms clean and neat. PICK UP AFTER YOURSELF!
- There is no smoking/alcohol/drug use anywhere on school premises or school grounds.
- For Central Heights, park in the back parking lot adjacent to the practice fields. Use door Number 22. Due to security issues these back doors are NOT to be propped open at any time!
- Be respectful and courteous to the custodial staff and your production crews. We need to clear the building by 10:30 PM. This includes the need for crews to clean up and put things away. It is important for you to get out of costumes, microphones, and clean up quickly after performances and rehearsals so the crews can get their work done before 10:30 PM.
- On set up day we have use of the building from 9 AM to 3 PM. We have use of the building from 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM for rehearsals and performances. For matinee performance/strike we have use of the building from 12 Noon until 6 PM. Additional costs will be assessed if these times are not observed.
- We have use of specific spaces within each facility (which may vary by show). Those spaces will be reviewed with the cast by the producer, director or stage manager. We need to remember these rooms are not ours. Do not wander around the school to other areas. Do not remove or use items from the classrooms. This includes chairs, pens, pencils, scissors, etc. Do not write on chalkboards. Always return the room to the condition you found it. We do not remove anything from them and do not write on the chalkboards/whiteboards, work/play on the computers or piano, or use anything but the things we have brought in ourselves.
- Do not invite friends, family, or anyone else back stage before the performance or during intermission. There is enough to think about at that time. They can meet you in the lobby after the final curtain.
- Remember body microphones and other theatrical equipment are expensive. Everyone needs to take special care of these items so they do not get broken or damaged. If you cannot take care of these items you may be assessed a replacement cost.
- Invitational night is for Sun Prairie Civic Theatre members, those who volunteered behind-the-scenes on the production, and immediate family of cast members only, not anyone you choose to invite.
- In the event of an emergency, fire extinguishers are located in the back stage hall and hallways on either side of the auditorium. All emergencies are to be reported to the Stage Manager immediately. A First Aid Kit will be available in the make-up room.
Infractions of these guidelines may result in being permanently dismissed from the cast of this production.