At some point during the run of every Main Stage show, we have a company party for everyone involved in the production—performers, technicians, crew members, and student leaders alike.
Who is invited? Everyone involved in the show, so the cast, the run crew, the build crew, the paint crew … anyone! If you filled out a one-stop shop for the show, your kid should feel welcome at and included in the company party. (If your kid hesitates and says, “Oh, well, I didn’t do much,” or “I don’t know many people,” please encourage them to come! These parties are a lot of fun, and it’s really where the kids get to hang out and chill in a way different than during rehearsals.) We do ask that kids don’t bring guests, even if it’s a really fun Troupe 513 member. Company from that show only.
What will they do? Mostly they hang out, play games, eat, laugh, and get VERY loud. It’s so much fun to listen to all the noise these kids make.
Are they supervised? Yes, the parent(s) will be home, and they make the rounds and show their faces.
When does it start? Basically after the show, whenever the kids arrive. It is usually (but not always) after the Friday show. No one should feel rushed; they’ll have plenty of time to hang out and have fun.
What can my thespian bring? Sometimes a suggested list will go out by class. Example: seniors bring soda, juniors chips, etc.
NO NUTS!!
If you or your kid doesn’t have time to go shopping, no worries at all! We will have more than enough food, and no one will go hungry. Don’t let not bringing something be an excuse your kid uses to miss the party.
Who pays for the main food and dessert? You did! When you filled out the one-stop shop and sent in the money, $5 of that fee went into the company party fund. Thank you!
Where is it? Wolfe will send out the name of the hosting family and address prior to the show. If your thespian drives, please encourage them to offer a ride to a non-driver, if that’s something you’re comfortable with and is allowed.
When does it end? Usually the party ends around midnight, but kids leave these parties whenever their grownup tells them to, so please do what is best for you and your thespian if they need to leave earlier.
