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POLICIES

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CASTING, COMMITMENT & TUITION

  • Every registered student receives a role—no experience necessary, just a positive attitude, hard work, and full commitment.

  • Memorize lines by the set off-book date and attend all rehearsals unless sick or an excused absence approved before the semester begins.

  • Cast lists are emailed after auditions.

  • Roles vary and are all essential to the show’s success. Parents, please help reinforce the importance of each role at home.

  • Tuition is non-refundable, including for students who drop out, so review your schedule before committing.

DRESS CODE

  • For safety, wear only T-shirts, sweatpants/leggings, and closed-toe shoes (tennis, character, or jazz shoes) at rehearsals. No skirts, dresses, open-toed shoes, or dangling jewelry. Hair must be tied back.

BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

  • We have a strict no-whisper policy. If you can't say it in front of others, you shouldn't be saying it at all. Participants should not engage in gossip, exclusionary behavior, or behind-the-back conversations about others.

  • Show kindness to everyone—it’s a calling of Christ and vital to creating a supportive environment.

  • Appropriate language is expected. 

  • Let the director give directions, and speak respectfully to staff and fellow cast members.

  • Treat all costumes and props respectfully; only handle items assigned to you.

  • Speak positively inside and outside rehearsals.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

  • Inform your director if illness or emergency prevents attendance. Missing more than two rehearsals may lead to re-casting.

  • Dress rehearsals and performances are mandatory; absence means forfeiting participation in the show.

LIABILITY & PHOTO RELEASE

  • MTE, its staff, volunteers and rented facilities are not liable for any claims during or around rehearsal times. Students should have individual insurance.

  • MTE may use student photos and videos for promotional materials. By enrolling, you release all rights to such media use.

FAMILY INVOLVEMENT

  • There are a variety of volunteer jobs during tech week that parents can help fill including concessions, box office, backstage monitors and cast/crew meals.

  • Mandatory participation: students must help with set build/paint day; students and parents help with tear-down.

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