A black scrim is hung from the furthest up stage batten of the lighting grid, 35' upstage from the DS edge. There is a good, basic, permanent monaural sound system. The sound for the house is mixed from the control booth. The windows of the booth remain closed during performances to keep the audience from hearing booth noise. The sound operator and stage manager have separate monitor systems which allow them to hear just what the audience hears.
All audio equipment is encased in racks.
There are ample headsets and belt packs for communication. The pay scale is based upon experience and assigned duties. There is a three hour minimum call. The capabilities of the crews range from no training at all to one or two experienced stage hands. Dance majors are required to perform a minimum of 60 hours production work before graduation.