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    The document provides a checklist for a house manager to prepare for and oversee a theatrical performance. It outlines tasks before the show such as setting up the house and lobby areas, training ushers, and communicating with the box office. During the show, the house manager is to monitor the lobby, seat late arrivals, and communicate with the stage manager at intermission and curtain times. After the show, the house manager clears the audience, checks for lost items, and informs the stage manager when cleanup is complete.

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    The document provides a checklist for a house manager to prepare for and oversee a theatrical performance. It outlines tasks before the show such as setting up the house and lobby areas, training ushers, and communicating with the box office. During the show, the house manager is to monitor the lobby, seat late arrivals, and communicate with the stage manager at intermission and curtain times. After the show, the house manager clears the audience, checks for lost items, and informs the stage manager when cleanup is complete.

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    House Manager Checklist

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    Amani Jones
    The document provides a checklist for a house manager to prepare for and oversee a theatrical performance. It outlines tasks before the show such as setting up the house and lobby areas, training ushers, and communicating with the box office. During the show, the house manager is to monitor the lobby, seat late arrivals, and communicate with the stage manager at intermission and curtain times. After the show, the house manager clears the audience, checks for lost items, and informs the stage manager when cleanup is complete.

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    House Manager Checklist

    One Hour Before the House Opens

    _____Check the house (audience seating area). Make sure it’s ready to go.

    _____Check the lobby. Do any necessary setup.

    _____Make sure all necessary doors are unlocked.

    _____Enough programs in place.

    _____Any necessary signage is ready to go.

    _____Make sure bathrooms are stocked and clean.

    _____Check with the box office for any audience members with specific needs.

    _____Make sure necessary lights are on in the lobby.

    Train Ushers

    _____ Assign them jobs (What doors? Programs? Taking Tickets? Etc.)

    _____ Remind them to be kind and helpful.

    _____ Answer any questions.

    When the House Opens ( ) Minutes Before Curtain

    _____Check in with Stage Manager to open house. (Allowing audience into seating area)

    At Curtain Time (start of show)

    _____Lobby and restrooms clear of patrons?

    _____Tell Stage Manager that house is ready.

    _____Shut any theatre doors and turn off any lights.

    © Drama Notebook www.dramanotebook.com House Manager Checklist pg. 1


    After the Show Begins

    _____Check in with box office and concessions.

    _____Seat latecomers as needed and at the appropriate time.

    At Intermission

    _____Open doors quietly, turn on any lights.

    ____ Be present to answer any questions or help with anything.

    _____Be in communication with Stage Manager.

    At End of Intermission

    _____Lobby and restrooms clear of patrons?

    _____Tell Stage Manager that house is ready.

    _____Shut any doors and turn off any lights.

    After the Show

    _____Open doors and turn on any lights.

    _____Make sure someone is stationed to keep audience members out of backstage area.

    (*Backstage is a private area for actors and technicians only. No guests allowed.)

    After the Theatre Has Cleared

    _____Check the house for programs, garbage, forgotten items.

    _____Tell Stage Manager you are done.

    _____Put away any lobby stuff. (tables, chairs, displays, etc.)

    © Drama Notebook www.dramanotebook.com House Manager Checklist pg. 2

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