The director, stage manager, all designers and supervisors are required to attend. Some dress rehearsals may not have all the costumes depending on the decision of the director and designer. At least two dress rehearsals should incorporate make-up. Everything involved in the production should be in its final form by the final rehearsal prior to previews. 17 Previews Two days prior to opening of a showcase is first preview.
Previews are open to the public.
They are in essence performances and should be run as such. Their purpose is to give the director, cast and crews the opportunity to observe how the show works with an audience and make any adjustments the director deems necessary. 18 Run of the Show Beginning with opening night, the production is the responsibility of the company. The stage manager has the final authority to make all decisions concerning the running of the show and all crew heads should report directly to the stage manager. It is the responsibility of the company to maintain the production as the director left it opening night.