Description: Each student is allotted a thesis reading to showcase a full length play which the student has written. This reading is to take place inthe same semester as the student is graduation.
Thesis Check Sheet: Students are required to complete the Thesis Check Sheet, which outlines the details of the individual’s students thesis reading. In order to do this, each student must create a folder in their nyu google drive and title it with their name followed by “Thesis reading” (Jane Smith Thesis Reading). Then the student will share that folder with appropriate DDW staff. When there folder has been received then they can simply upload their Thesis check sheet into their folder.
Date, Time, and Schedule: Each student will receive a 2 and 1⁄2 hour time slot at the end of the semester for their thesis reading. Dates and time cannot be changed once announced.
Director/Actor(s): Undergraduate play thesis works has a closely with the BATS theater group. Each student is linked up with a director, and the director casts actors for the play.
Rehearsal: Each student is allotted 12 hours of rehearsal time for the sole purpose of Thesis rehearsal within the department. Rehearsals must be requested 48hrs in advance of requested time by emailing ddwspace@gmail.com. Please include your name, current year, event (i.e.thesis reading), date and time of request, and requested space. Space is
limited by special events, classes, and other students rehearsals. Hours of reservation during the semester are as follows:
MondayFriday: 9AM-9PM
Saturday: 2PM-8PM
Sunday: Closed
You are also welcome to make an appointment with me if you would like to look at the calendar in person to find the reservation that works best for you. Once your reservation is booked, you must fill out paperwork at the front desk before you can access space.
READING LIMITATIONS:
This is a reading, not a presentation. The main purpose of the reading is for the audience to hear the script. Chairs, music stands, black theater boxes are available for your use in theshow. You may also request the use of afolding table. There should be no blocking, props,costumes, scenery,makeup, etc.
PRINTING:
Students are allowed to print full copies of their script at the DDW front desk. This is an one time only allotment. Documents involving your thesis should be sent to the front desk for printing. To ensure punctual printing, we recommend sending your documents before 9AM.
INTERMISSIONS:
You may choose to include an intermission in your reading. Intermissions may last up to 10 minutes to ensure that readings stay on time. Please denote intermission in thesis check sheet.
RECEPTIONS:
You have the option of holding a reception in the Dramatic Writing lobby after your reading.You are responsible for providing the food/beverage and for the setup and cleanup. If areading is taking place in the theater then the reception may be relocated to a free classroom.If no classroom is available then you must keep the reception at a quiet volume level.
Undergraduate students MAY NOT bring wine or other alcoholic beverages for a reception,this is a university wide rule. Graduate students may bring wine with the understanding thatthey are responsible for it. Refreshments may be stored in the production office as long asyou have made it clear that you are having a reception ahead of time. Please denote intermission in thesis check sheet.
THEATER TECH:
Each reading will have a “tech call” a half hour before their scheduled
reading. That means, if you have a 7PM reading start time then your tech call is at 6:30PM. During your tech call, your director may work with the booth technician to set the lights for the show and go over the opening cue and closing cue of your show. For example, you can fade into the opening/beginning, then have a black out cue for the end. For an intermission, you are permitted to set those cues as well. In addition, you may play music at “doors open” to set the mood as your audience takes their seats. The same thing goes for the end of your show after yourreading has come to an end.
TECH SPECIAL REQUEST:
If your play has a technical special request (such an extremely important sound cue or specific light change) then you may email me at least a week in advance of your show and we can discuss the merits of your request. If it is approved then you will be allowed to have an additional cue in your show. Please note that this would only be approved if shown to be imperative to your show even within the context of a reading.
MUSIC:
If you would like to include music in your reading (for before and after your show), you may bring any device with an audio jack plugin such as an iPhone, iPod, or laptop. Please remove any password restrictions. Also, be sure to make a separate playlist with your song choices so that it is easy for the booth technician to play. A CD/DVD is also playable in the Goldberg system.
For immediate printer support, the front will try to accommodate immediate printing request for last minute printing, but, if not possible, students must utilize the university printing services.