I've successfully mounted transmitters in a number of places, but I prefer to put them on the small of the back. We have elastic bands, about 2" wide, with a pouch sewn onto it by our costume shop. The transmitter goes in the pouch, we safety pin the band on the actor, and away they go. If this isn't an option due to wardrobe, you can also stick it up on the back at chest level. I've also put packs on the inside of an actor's leg because of choreography.
I've successfully mounted transmitters in a number of places, but I prefer to put them on the small of the back. We have elastic bands, about 2" wide, with a pouch sewn onto it by our costume shop. The transmitter goes in the pouch, we safety pin the band on the actor, and away they go. If this isn't an option due to wardrobe, you can also stick it up on the back at chest level. I've also put packs on the inside of an actor's leg because of choreography.
During our last show (Seussical) one of our actresses was wearing a dress that didn't give the option for her to put the pack on her belt or anywhere everyone else suggested, so we ended up putting it on her bra strap. Otherwise, like everyone else said. Or if it is something formal and an actor is wearing a coat with an inside pocket, I have heard of placing them there as well.
On the day he receives his Equity card, implant the actor with a pick-up and transmitter.
Create a loop in the cable and use a rubber band to keep the loop. Then they "should" not put as much pressure on the connections. Also make sure that EVERYONE knows that when you put the Mics away, you NEVER wrap the cable tightly, as that also causes damage quickly.
If I was paid extra for every time I've given the "no wrapping" speech during each given production...
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