What do I do if I am sick or a family emergency arises and I, unexpectedly, can't attend rehearsal?
When an urgent issue arises that will prevent you from attending a rehearsal, the optimum scenario involves having a parent email the director before 10:00 a.m. on the day of the missed rehearsal. Giving the directors as much time as possible to rework what they have planned is only common courtesy. Of course, if one gets sick after 10:00 in the morning, a parent should email Mr. Wolfe as soon as possible.
What constitutes a family emergency?
Unfortunately, sad occurrences will arise. Common sense tells us that students may be too grief-stricken to attend rehearsal if a close relative or friend has passed away or is in the critical condition in the hospital. Of course, one's parents must weigh what is best for the student and for one's family. Thus, the directors ask that although it is difficult, transparent communication with the directors is necessary to avoid inconveniencing the rest of the cast.
What do I do if I am running late to rehearsal?
Arriving early is on time, arriving on time is late, and arriving late is unacceptable. If a young woman is caught in traffic or a Loyola student is delayed by a teacher, etc., alerting the Stage Manager via text message or phone call is required. If in the car, students should know to pull over to make such a text or call.
Whom should I contact in an emergency situation?
A parent should email Mr. Wolfe at
wwolfe@loyolahs.edu (preferred) or leave him a voicemail at (213) 381-5121 x 3076. It is imperative the parent is the one informing Mr. Wolfe of an absence as he must be aware that parents are aware of a cast member's whereabouts. At our first rehearsal, Mr. Wolfe will also give out his personal cell phone number so that you and your parents may call or text in an emergency.