YOUNG COMPANY CODE OF CONDUCT
(revised August 2022)
Part of the great tradition of the theatre is a Code of Conduct which belongs to everyone, both on and off the stage. It is a commitment to craftsmanship, a respect for colleagues, and a dedication to the product, written to provide overall guidance and direction to Members of the KCP and to clarify a set of standards by which to measure their conduct.
1.0 Respect for Others
Respect the rights and feelings of other Members. Always act with fairness, honesty, and integrity; respect the opinions of others and treat all with equality and dignity without regard to gender, race, colour, creed, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Treat the Show’s Production Team and the Organization’s Directorship with the professional respect they deserve.
2.0 Maintain a Professional Focus
Play every performance to the best of your ability, regardless of how small the role or how large the challenge.
Pay attention to and follow the directorship of the Production Team; disruptive, distracting, or problematic behaviour that affects the rehearsals and or performances will not be tolerated. Cell phones, electronic devices/games can be distracting during rehearsals. They should be put away while you are being called on, unless being used for reading a digital script. In the theatre, cell phones are not permitted in stage areas.
Show up to rehearsals and performances on-time and ready to get to work with all necessary props, costumes, notes, and/or scripts. You are part of an exciting production that is a collective effort of cooperation and patience.
3.0 General Rules
Respect all facilities, costumes, props, sets, and other KCP properties. Pick up after yourself and work to keep the theatre and rehearsal studio clean, hang up all costume pieces, and handle props with care and attention.
Never leave the rehearsal space and/or theatre until the practice/performance is complete and the Director issues a dismissal, unless by special excuse from the Director/Producer.
Do not alter lines, lights, properties, settings, costumes, or any phase of the production without consultation with and permission from the Show Production team.
Remember that a Stage Manager is the only person permitted to prompt an actor for lines, actors don’t prompt other actors.
4.0 Confidentiality & Communications
The privacy of our Members is important to us. We will not release a Member’s contact information, age, or other personal information to anyone outside of our organization without the Member’s written permission to do so.
Creative Team and Production Team members are required to maintain the confidentiality of all privileged information to which they are exposed while serving with the Organization.
Participate in promotional activities, such as photo sessions, interviews, press conferences, public previews, and social media platforms as directed by the Show Production team.
Do not exceed the authority of your position. Members must seek prior consultation with and approval from the Board of Directors before any action is taken or statement is made which might significantly affect or obligate the Organization, including, but not limited to: public statements to the press, coalition efforts with other organizations, or any agreements involving contractual or financial obligations.
5.0 Personal Conduct
Theft or removal or possession of property belonging to others and without permission is strictly prohibited.
The use of alcohol or recreational/ illegal drugs will not be tolerated. Possession, distribution or use of alcohol or recreational/ illegal drugs will be dealt with in accordance with the law.
Do not engage in inappropriate public displays of affection. Our cast and crew are expected to act as professionals on and off the stage. No unprofessional or suggestive conduct will be tolerated.
Clothing items containing provocative, offensive, violent, or drug related pictures or slogans or those advertising alcoholic beverages or tobacco products will not be permitted.
6.0 Food & Drink
KCP adheres to a no nuts policy, nuts are not permitted in the rehearsal space or the theatre.
If you need to eat while in costume, protect it with a cover. Try to avoid consuming food while in costume.
7.0 Anti-Harassment Policy and Reporting
Kempenfelt Community Players has an Anti-Harassment Policy and Reporting process in place. All members of a production must read through the policy before signing off on the Code of Conduct. The Policy can be found at the following LINK on KCP’s website.
8.0 Consequences
It is the intent of KCP, by way of the Code of Conduct, to generate a positive, productive, and inclusive environment for our members by creating a standard of behaviour that all can follow. Those who choose to disregard the Code will face progressive disciplinary action that may include:
- A verbal warning outlining the consequences of inappropriate behaviour • An emailed warning to cast members parents/guardians outlining the consequences of inappropriate behaviour. (if under 18 years old)
- A dismissal from the rehearsal or performance.
- A review by the Board of Directors which will advise as follows: a) Re-casting
- b) suspension
- c) dismissal from the show and/or organization