The crew consists of students who work behind the scenes to help make the performance run smoothly. They are responsible for a variety of tasks that support the actors on stage, including managing technical aspects, set design, props, costumes, makeup, sound, lighting, and more.
Unlike the actors who perform on stage, the crew plays a crucial role in ensuring the production looks and sounds great, runs on time, and remains organized. Crew members often work alongside the directors, stage manager(s), and other adult mentors to execute the technical and logistical elements of the show.
How often the crew is called depends a lot on the role and the individual show. In general, the expectation for the crew is that they are able to come to the first week of "full company" rehearsals. They will then be sent home with scripts to familiarize themselves with the show but are generally not called again until March, when we start incorporating the technical elements of the show. March through April, all cast and crew should anticipate being called every day.
The one big exception would be stage managers, who are expected to be at almost every rehearsal from the beginning.
Like the cast, the crew should fill out THIS FORM to sign up for the show. We expect that call crew members fill this out by audition dates.
Crews do NOT need to attend auditions, although they are welcome to come and support their peers as long as they are positive and respectful audience members.
After auditions, the crew will be invited to interview with the production team for some of the roles they've expressed interest in. Then, they will be assigned a crew team and crew lead.
Interview dates to come!
Find Crew Interview Prep Tips HERE.
Description: The stage manager oversees everything happening backstage. They are responsible for managing crew members, making sure actors are where they need to be, and ensuring each part of the show runs smoothly. They ultimately call the cues for the show. They work closely with the adult directors and are expected to be at almost every rehearsal. This role is also sometimes filled by an Edina High School student (South View alumni) with South View ASMs, depending on the year, experience, and level of interest.
Anyone interested in stage management should fill out the form AND contact Aaron, Cristiana, and Ms. Gardner directly.
You might be interested in stage managing if you:
Are a 7th or 8th grader with a lot of production/theater experience
Have strong organizational skills
Have clear communication and leadership skills
Can take clear notes and follow a script
Ability to multitask and follow directions closely
Have the ability to stay calm under pressure and problem-solve quickly
Are comfortable working closely with adults
Description: The props crew is responsible for organizing and managing all props for the show. They ensure props are ready and in the right place before each scene and are put away carefully after each run. The props crew may be called upon to help build, source, or make props, as well as fix them as needed.
You might be interested in props crew if you:
Are creative and resourceful
Have strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Basic crafting or art skills (helpful for creating or fixing props)
Basic understanding of how to take care of props and keep them show-ready (can be taught)
Description: This has historically been one of our largest crews! The set crew helps with the construction, painting, and arrangement of the set. During the show, they are also responsible for moving set pieces between scenes. You may be responsible for raising and lowering scenery or props onstage using the fly system. You follow cues to make sure everything happens on time. You may assist actors with props, managing scene transitions, and ensuring everything runs smoothly in the wings.
You might be interested in set and run crew if:
You have some basic construction or painting skills (helpful but NOT required)
Ability to follow instructions and work safely with tools (can be taught)
Strength, good communication, and teamwork for moving heavy set pieces
Flexibility to adapt to different tasks
Ability to work quickly and quietly during scene changes
Familiarity with the fly system (can be taught)
Description: The costume crew helps prepare and organize costumes, assists actors with costume changes, and keeps track of costume pieces throughout the show. They may be asked to take home costume pieces to alter or mend. This crew may also help actors apply stage makeup, style hair, or wear wigs for their characters. They ensure each actor’s look stays consistent and check for touch-ups during the show.
You may be interested in costume crew if:
You have some basic sewing or mending skills (helpful but not necessary)
Have good organizational skills and attention to detail
The ability to work quickly for fast costume changes
Some understand of basic clothing care, like how to hang and label garments (can be taught)
Some basic makeup and hairstyling skills (can be taught)
The ability to troubleshoot, make quick decisions, and pivot on the fly under pressure
The ability to work independently and as a team
Description: The sound crew manages microphones, sound cues, and sound effects for the show. They work at the soundboard to make sure everyone on stage can be heard and that sound effects play at the right moments. This has historically been one of the harder crew roles, and we highly recommend that you either have some experience with a sound board already or a background as a musician.
You may be interested in costume crew if:
Basic understanding of sound equipment (training can be provided)
Good timing and focus
Ability to troubleshoot and react quickly under pressure
Some experience working with sound and listening, either on a sound crew before or as a musician
Strong, strong listening skills (both to instructions and to slight changes in volume)
Comfortable working closely with adults and taking immediate feedback
The ability to work independently and as a team
Description: The lighting crew operates the lighting board, follows lighting cues, and handles any special lighting effects for the show. They also operate spotlights or projectors as needed. They work in the lighting booth to create the right atmosphere on stage.
You may be interested in costume crew if:
Basic understanding of lighting equipment (training can be provided)
Good timing and attention to detail
Ability to follow cues accurately
Comfortable with heights (a lot of this role requires you to be up on the catwalks!)
The ability to work independently and as a team
All crew members will interviewed by the production staff and WILL be a part of the show. We have a "no cut" policy!
Reach out to Mr. Pearson, Aaron, Cristiana or Ms. Gardner