It is here that the idea for a particular show starts. Qualified members of this group either put forward a play they would like to direct or accept a play that Planning Committee would like to see performed. Once the show has been passed for production by Planning the director holds open auditions and assembles the cast.
Rehearsals start about three months before the production is due to open.
From here on the work with the cast and back-stage groups build to a successful opening night. It is always difficult to differentiate between these two groups. Whatever your interest, if you wish to appear on stage then it is one or both of these Groups that are for you. As a member of a cast it is necessary for you to learn your lines, to attend rehearsals and take direction from the show's director. It may also be necessary for you to rehearse songs or dance routines for musicals or pantomimes and you may have to be measured for costumes or wigs.