The Playhouse Company Production - Technical Questionnaire

The Playhouse Company Production – Technical Questionnaire

Step 1 of 7 – ARTS PROGRAMME APPLICATION FORM 2027-28

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Please Take Note Of The Following

Before proceeding with your application, you are required to download the Technical Questions Form from the Venue Hire section of our website. The completed form must be uploaded as part of your application.
Applicants must adhere strictly to the prescribed format.
In the event that your proposal receives favourable consideration, The Playhouse Company may provide one or a combination of the following contributions to your project: rehearsal and performance venues; technical support; marketing and promotional support; access to existing props, costumes and sets; and/or performance fees.
Applicants must demonstrate their capacity to deliver the proposed production.
Incomplete applications, including those submitted without the completed , will not be considered.

1.1 Name of the group/organization /institution(Required)

1.2 Name of person responsible for this production(Required)

1.4 Postal address(Required)

1.5 Contact Details(Required)

2.1 Indicate which season you wish to be considered for(Required)

2.2 Please motivate why you believe your production is best suited for the season you have selected.(Required)

Genre: Please tick where applicable.(Required)

Dance

Drama

Music

3.1 Title of the production you are applying for(Required)

3.2 Provide a concise production description(Required)

3.3 What major artistic achievements has the organisation accomplished over the past five years(Required)

3.4 Provide the names and roles of all members of the creative team and cast.(Required)

4.1 Provide us with your project timelines (itemize important stages and outputs)(Required)

Main project Activities (e.g. auditions)

Start Date

End Date

Output (e.g. Cast Actors to Contract)

INSTRUCTIONS: Please complete the Master Production Technical Requirements Form, available under the Venue Hire section on our website.

Please also download, complete, and attach the Technical Questions Form to your application.

Company Name:(Required)

Identity/Company Registration:(Required)

Contact Person:(Required)

Physical Address:(Required)

Cell:(Required)

Email:(Required)

Telephone:(Required)

Fax:(Required)

Website (optional):

Production Title:(Required)

Director:(Required)

Stage Manager:(Required)

Performance Venue (Opera / Drama / Loft / Other):(Required)

Performance Dates:(Required)

Performance Times:(Required)

Genre (tick):(Required)

Drama

Musical

Dance

Concert

Other

Brief Synopsis:(Required)

Age Restriction / SNVL Rating:(Required)

Sex

Nudity

Violence

Language

Other

Duration:(Required)

Act 1:(Required)

Act 2:(Required)

Interval Duration:(Required)

Ticket Prices:(Required)

Discounts & Concessions (if any):(Required)

Total Number of Performers in Production:(Required)

Youth Performers (Under 18)? NB: If there are minors in the production, Chaperones should be provided? (1 per 15 minors required)

Will Client Provide Their Own On-Stage Technical Staff:(Required)

NB: If the show is technically complex, clients are encouraged to bring a core technical team familiar with the production.

Stage Manager

Lighting

Sound

Crew

Other

Playhouse Staff Required: (Please list roles needed during get-in, setup, rehearsals, show & strike):(Required)

NB: Overtime and S&T charges apply after 18:00 weekdays, after 12:00 on Saturdays, and double time on Sundays & public holidays.

Production Manager/TSM

Lighting Technician

Sound Technician

Crew

Follow-spot Operators

Flymen

Wardrobe

Other

Set Requirements:(Required)

If yes, the pyrotechnician must provide Proof of qualification and SAPS clearance certificate(Required)

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Are grey BP screens, blacks, or standard theatre masking sufficient?(Required)

Yes

No (details below)

details(Required)

Open Flames or Pyrotechnics?(Required)

Yes

INSTRUCTIONS: NB: Sound Designer/Engineer Should be Present at Production Meeting?

Please attach a Lighting Plan:(Required)

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Additional Lighting Staff Required?(Required)

Yes

If yes, specify:

Additional Lighting Staff Required?(Required)

Follow-spot Operators

Additional Technicians

Details:(Required)

Lighting Special Effects (e.g. haze, atmospheric, moving fixtures)?(Required)

Yes

Specify:(Required)

venues have standard saturation lighting rigs. A PDF lighting plan is available upon request. Any additional or altered equipment must be submitted before the Production Meeting and may incur additional costs.

Band Layout (if applicable) Please Attach:(Required)

Band Layout(Required)

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Do you need splitter or feed from FOH console?(Required)

Yes

If yes, list equipment (quote to be provided):(Required)

Will you require Playhouse Sound Equipment (mics, backline, monitors, etc.)?(Required)

Yes

Will the performance be recorded or filmed?(Required)

Yes

Use Playhouse Recording Studio services?(Required)

Yes

INSTRUCTIONS: NB: If providing your own backline, monitors, mics, etc, operating time is limited, it is advised to bring your own sound engineer.

FOH Requirements:(Required)

Security Requirements:(Required)

Other Information/Requirements:(Required)

INSTRUCTIONS: SECTION4: YOUR PROPOSED PRODUCTION BUDGET

6.1 Detailed production budget.(Required)

Item

Details

Amount

Total(Required)

Valid Tax Clearance Certificate(Required)

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Copy of identity document(Required)

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Video of Production

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Images of Production(Required)

Max. file size: 100 MB.

IMPORTANT: Please note The Playhouse Company does not take responsibility for late applications or applications lost through the postal system. This application may be provided if and when necessary to the arts panel whom we may need to consult when assessing applications.(Required)

DOCUMENTS TO BE ATTACHED CONFIRM THAT DOCUMENTS ARE ATTACHED – (MARK X)

Valid Tax Clearance Certificate

Copy of identity document

Images of Production

Videos of Production

Tick box I confirm that, to the best of my knowledge and belief all information given on this application form is true and accurate. I understand that supporting information may be requested at any stage of the application process. I will accept The Playhouse Company’s decision as final and that The Playhouse Company reserves the right to see the production immediately after confirmation of interest.(Required)

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