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- MOVE IN - There is a (strict) 45-minute move-in/setup time for your show. This usually breaks down into a 10-minute load-in, 30-minute performance, and 5-minute load-out.  Performing schools may adjust the time they spend on accordingly, but may NOT use more than the allotted 45-minute time span. **See the specific ALTOONA LOGISTICS PACKET for information on the exterior load-in doors and truck requirements.
 
- LOAD IN - There is a small scene shop in which to unload set, costumes, props, etc. before moving onto the stage and outdoor space in the parking lot.  One-Acts performing on the main auditorium stage should enter through the loading dock.  One-Acts performing in the Black Box theatre will load through the doors directly into the theatre.  Please note that your load-in time will be communicated to you and will be determined by the schedule of PA Thespians and the host facility. This has proven challenging when trucks arrive at conference on their own schedule rather than PA Thespians'. TRUCKS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MOVE INTO THE LOADING AREA UNTIL THEIR ASSIGNED TIMES. Please arrange with your truck driver to be available several hours before your production and then after your production for load out. 
- STRIKE – YOUR SCHOOL IS RESPONSIBLE FOR LEAVING THE HOST SCHOOL IN PRISTINE CONDITION AFTER YOUR TEMPORARY USE OF THEIR SPACES. Your truck must be available to reload during your Strike. Please plan on taking your set back to your home school to dispose of it. What comes with you, returns with you!
 
- LIGHTING – A general lighting plot will be set up by the host school, and performing schools will need to use what is provided- *See the logistics packet for specific information. Rehanging or moving of lights will not be possible for One-Acts.  A general lighting plot will be utilized. Performing schools will control the lights from the booth. In Altoona JHS, there will be a small lighting board to control 5-7 lights in that space. See the ALTOONA LOGISTICS PACKET for more information.
- RIGGING –   Fly systems are not available to schools performing One-Acts. 
 
- TECH PERSONNEL – It is your responsibility to supply the tech personnel to load in, set up, run, strike, and load out your show. The Conference TD will be backstage for questions and guidance, and to assist with host school facilities, but they should not be considered part of your setup crew. 
 
- SOUND – Performing schools on the main stage will have access to 4-6 wireless microphones. Sound cues or music will be played from computers through a DI box.  There are no wireless mics needed for the Black Box Theatre. Sound cues or music can be played through a wireless/Bluetooth connection to a speaker in the space. 
 
ADJUDICATION AND RESPONDERS
- RESPONDERS – After your performance, performing schools will be responded to by our PA State responders. We suggest that your cast and crew sit in on this session to receive verbal and written feedback. This process is intended to give positive reinforcement and constructive suggestions. Most schools have found this to be very productive and helpful feedback. Please strike first and then report to your responder session.
- CHAPTER SELECT- Schools that wish to be adjudicated for Chapter Select will need to disclose that information prior to the conference while registering.  Please see the ​Chapter Select page of the website for more information on this process. 
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