Season 2008-09
NOTE: All deviations from this rider must be approved.
CONTACT: Each presenter should receive a minimum of two telephone contacts before the arrival of the company. A representative of ARTIST should contact the local presenter and/or the Venue Tech Director approximately two weeks prior to the first engagement, the venue Technical Director, no later than two weeks before the scheduled performance and again approximately 24-48 hours before the performance date to reconfirm. Please give us the most appropriate contact to discuss the technical details (lights, stage, facility, etc.)
Venue/Tech Director (NAME): .
PH: ( ) FX: ( ) .
EMAIL: .
ARRIVAL TIME: Upon initial contact, ARTIST to provide the actual arrival time.
STAGE REQUIREMENTS : Standard concert set-up. Stage should be swept clean and cleared of all equipment, debris, etc., prior to ARTIST'S arrival.
Number of people in touring company: 1
Number of people performing on stage: 1
FOR ENHANCED PRESENTATIONS: If a choice of backdrops exists, a black traveler or backdrop would be the most appropriate. If a Grand curtain exists, the curtain should be “open” as the house is open. In some instances, if a cyclorama exists, a deep blue with some “breakups” on it, might be appropriate, but please check with the ARTIST.
PIANO REQUIREMENTS : One nine-foot (9’) Steinway concert grand piano, in excellent condition, to be tuned to “A-440” on the morning of performance is preferred and an adjustable piano bench. Any other “excellent” concert grand should be acceptable. Piano should be placed downstage center.
AUDIO REQUIREMENTS : ARTIST will not provide audio equipment. ARTIST will use “Venue” audio system, which should include appropriate and professional audio console, power amps, equalizers, speakers, and monitors for venue dimensions. One speaking microphone on a stand should be available. Microphone should be placed downstage right slightly more downstage than the piano.
LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS : Good concert lighting is required. Usually a general stage wash with overhead and “front of house” electric suffices.
FOR ENHANCED PRESENTATIONS: Lighting should be capable of dimming creating a more dramatic presentation. During slower dramatic numbers, the lighting should be reduced. A lighting “special” for the piano would work very nicely with some “color” added. Also, a “special” for the speaking microphone used only when the pianist is speaking.
LOCAL CREW REQUIREMENTS: For most concerts a “knowledgeable” venue contact should be available to open doors (usually the Venue Stage Manager). The time to have the theatre open should be determined by the ARTIST or ARTIST’S representative initial contact. A Master Electrician (lighting board operator) should be there to make sure the lighting focus suffices and to operate the show. Sometimes this may all be the same person.
LOAD-IN CREW:
Number needed for Load-in: 0 Load-out: 0
How many hours prior to performance: N/A
REHEARSAL REQUIREMENTS : Auditorium and concert piano should be available for rehearsal for approximately two hours on the day of performance. ARTIST or ARTIST’S representative to contact presenter two weeks prior to engagement and again no later than 24 hours before ARTIST’S arrival to schedule rehearsal time, if necessary.
DRESSING ROOM REQUIREMENTS : One (1) private dressing room on the same floor and with easy access to the stage, furnished with chair, table, mirror, clothes rack with adequate hangers, and wastebasket. The dressing room should have access to a private bathroom (for ARTIST only) with hot and cold running water, adequately supplied with fresh soap and towels, tissue and paper towels.
HOSPITALITY: ARTIST would greatly appreciate 24 bottles of spring or distilled water and/or other beverages, and an assortment of fresh fruit or small snacks. If possible, a simple meal (sandwich, etc) at approximately 1-1 ½ hours before show time would be greatly appreciated. Please verify this with ARTIST on the initial contact.
RECEPTIONS: The ARTIST will be happy to attend receptions, however due to the rigorous tour schedule; sometimes the ARTIST may not be available. Before attending a reception, the company may also need to complete their touring duties and equipment load-out. Please clear all receptions in advance with the representative of the tour upon initial contact. The company will ALWAYS try to accommodate.
MERCHANDISE : The ARTIST may have merchandise for sale. If so, Presenter agrees to provide one volunteer to sell merchandise before the concert, at intermission, and after the concert, if ARTIST requests.
ACCEPTED: ____________________________________
(Presenting Organization)
CITY/STATE: ____________________________________
BY: ____________________________________
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