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    I'm ba-a-c-c-k-k

    Hey, all. Yea, it's been awhile - what's to be said? If there's anything crazier in life than theater, then I'd like to know what it is. Anyhow, a toggle from Gaff reminded me that I hadn't been around for awhile. So, here I am, five shows later and no richer to show for it - god I...
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    New bee

    Welcome to the Control Booth! Tons and tons of info here, but everyone who joins brings even more with them. Thanks for the explanation!
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    Your worst theatre injury

    I'm a hands on kinda girl - all right, stop it right there, you guys! In a 'real' theater, it would be a different matter, but I work in a community theater and the SM wears many hats, including setting the stage and props. It's rough when you can't get down on your hands and knees to place...
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    Shed some Light on my Intro :-p

    Not a lighting person, but I'll add my hellos as well. There is so much info here that it may take awhile to absorb it all, but well worth the time invested. Ask, answer and have fun!
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    Hello Everyone

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    Your worst theatre injury

    Yesterday, I had my orthopedic surgeon tell me that my active days backstage are drawing to a close and that he wants to work one show a season - period, that includes design and SMing. Of course, I can still work in the front office, since that's just computer work...not a happy camper today.
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    I had the night off

    Just think how the groom must have felt - or do you think the bride actually called him?
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    Technician vs Techie

    Gotta say, I don't really care what they call me as long as they get my name spelt right on my paycheck
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    To take a cue or not take a cue, that is the question

    Ye, thank you! As a SM, I try to always communicate with my techs. Communication is vital to a smooth running show. Listening to any feedback is the best way to make sure that everything is running well for the deck and booth crews. We have one SM who seriously believes she is GOD and...
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    Wow, what information!

    Welcome on board, Joe! You're right that this is a great place for info. I have yet to think of something that someone else hasn't already thought of and answered. Educators are important and it's great that you are willing to invest some of your free time into learning to avoid accidents...
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    Glad to be onboard

    Welcome to the Booth, Andrew! Ask, answer and have fun!
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    Hi from the UK

    And I'm really good at "Lights? You need lights? I don't do lights, man." - sorry, set designer, SM, scenic artist, but not LD. I look forward to reading what you and the others have to say. Seriously, welcome to the Booth. Ask, answer and have fun!
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    Hello

    Sorry to check in here so late, but this latest show has been a bear. When someone asks you to design, create props and be the scenic artist - say no! Anyhow, I worked on a vertical frame for 13 years before a back injury cut my painting career short. What sort of questions did you have or...
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    Hello, again from California.

    Oooh, deceitful and amusing? That sound a bit like my first date... Welcome to the Booth - it is a great place to find info and chat with like minded folks. It is always an amazment of mine just how savvy and knowledgeable the people here are and how willing they are to share that info...
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