The Un-Common Theatre Company takes the safety of its participants very seriously. We are a safe space for actors of all genders, races, backgrounds and beliefs to be treated with respect so they can contribute fully and have equal opportunities. Our safety policies and procedures are put in place in an effort to promote a safe and secure environment for all of our participants.
All of our parents and/or adult volunteers (18+) with direct access to children will have passed a CORI background check. This includes any producers, creative team members as well as the orchestra members, contract laborers and all volunteers working on any aspect of the show.
From casting, through rehearsals, tech week and shows:
- The Un-Common Theatre Company subscribes to the rule of three. At all times there must be a minimum of three people together, this ensures a child is never alone with an adult. At no time is there to be two people working together unattended. For example, if the music director wants to work with a child in the hall, an adult or another student must also be present. Additionally, staff and volunteers shall never leave a child unsupervised. This includes before, during or after a rehearsal.
- Theatre can be an interactive art. While many scenes require physical interaction, we will not ask anyone to perform any scene that they are not comfortable with. A child’s right to say “No” is encouraged and respected.
- A cast member is encouraged to speak up to any adult in charge if they find themselves feeling uncomfortable in any way. Staff and volunteers will respect children’s rights to say no to anything that makes them feel uncomfortable.
Bullying of any kind will not be tolerated:
- As we stress to our casts, bullying, speaking inappropriately, speaking down to people or treating others with disrespect in any way, by any volunteer and/or staff member is not acceptable and will be met with the possibility of being removed from the show.
Additional Protocols:
- Using, possessing or being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs while working with or around the children is prohibited. Smoking or use of tobacco or vaping in the presence of children is prohibited.
Health Protocols:
Un-Common Theatre Company COVID-19 Protocols: Effective Until Further Notice
The number one priority of The Un-Common Theatre Company has been and always will be the health and safety of those involved with our organization and that remains true as we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. Un-Common follows current health and safety guidelines as recommended by the CDC, state and local government.
At this time, we anticipate being mask optional for auditions, rehearsals, and performances, but will continually monitor guidance from the CDC and the state of Massachusetts and reserve the right to update our policies as needed. These policies will remain in effect until further notice; however, these policies and procedures may be subject to change without notice as federal, state and local guidance is updated. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
Visitor Health Certification:
By entering our Performance Venues, guests are acknowledging that all of the statements below are true the day they visit the Performance Venues:
- I have not tested positive for COVID-19 through a diagnostic test in the past ten (10) days.
- I am not experiencing and have not recently experienced (within the last 48 hours) any new or worsening symptoms of COVID-19.
- To my knowledge I have not had close contact or proximate contact with any person(s) confirmed with a diagnostic test or suspected based on symptoms to have COVID-19 within the past ten (10) days.
If any of the above statements are NOT true, guests should not come to the Performance Venue and instead contact the Box Office to refund or exchange their tickets.