STAGE FIGHTING Sample Clauses
The Stage Fighting clause sets out the rules and safety protocols for any staged combat or fight choreography performed during a production. It typically requires that all fight scenes be carefully planned, rehearsed, and supervised by a qualified fight director or choreographer, and that performers use only approved techniques and props to minimize risk. This clause is essential for ensuring the safety of cast and crew, preventing injuries, and clarifying responsibilities during potentially hazardous stage action.
STAGE FIGHTING. (A) The following regulations shall apply whenever a production requires two or more actors to engage in stage fighting and/or stunts.
(1) The Actor first shall agree to participate in stage fighting/stunts by means of a rider to the Actor’s contract.
(2) A Fight Captain shall be assigned from among the company and shall be so designated by rider to the Actor's contract. The Fight Captain shall receive a weekly increment of not less than $10 in addition to his contractual salary. (See Rule 58(H), SALARIES.)
(3) All Actors who participate in a fight/stunt shall run through the routine before each performance. Any exception to this rule shall be at the express discretion of the Fight Director/Choreographer/Stunt Coordinator or the Fight Captain. Such run-throughs shall not be deducted from regular rehearsal hours.
(4) Except in an emergency, performing members of the company shall rehearse fights/stunts with understudies during regular rehearsal hours. However, in any event, at least once prior to the Understudy’s performance in any fight/stunt role, the Fight Captain and/or Stage Manager will rehearse all Actors affected by the cast change in the fight/stunt using actual performance props and weapons.
(5) Proper first aid information and equipment shall be made available.
(6) The Fight Director, Choreographer, Stunt Coordinator and/or Fight Captain shall consult with artistic personnel appropriate under the circumstances to reasonably protect the Actors from injury.
(7) Props and weapons used in stage fights/stunts shall be checked and maintained for safety prior to every performance and rehearsal.
(8) All stage fights and/or stunts will be staged with on-site consultation by a qualified professional (i.e. one who has, through industry- recognized training and experience, proven ability to perform and supervise the maintenance of safe stage fighting and/or stunts).
(9) After the first paid public performance, the Fight Captain and Stage Manager must be consulted before any changes are made in a fight/stunt routine.
(10) The Producer agrees to call the Fight Director/Stunt Coordinator or his/her designee when requested to do so by the Fight Captain and/or Stage Manager.
(11) All stage fighting/stunt rehearsals shall utilize tumbling mats. The Producer shall provide any necessary protective clothing for rehearsal and/or performance.
(B) The inclusion of music shall not affect the determination of what constitutes a staged fight.
STAGE FIGHTING. The following regulations shall apply whenever a production requires two or more Actors to engage in stage fighting. The inclusion of music shall not affect the determination of what constitutes a staged fight.
(A) The Actor shall agree in a contract rider to participate in stage fighting.
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