Chatham

ADDRESS

• Chatham Capitol Theatre, 238 King Street West, Chatham, ON N7M 1E7
• The building will open 1 hour prior to the first performance of the day

STAGE DIMENSIONS

• approximately 35’ deep x 37’ wide. Max Height for aerial rig: 20'8"

LOADING DOCK

• To access the theatre loading docks, continue to Third Street and turn left. The theatre parking/loading docks will be on your left hand side.

PARKING

• There are over 900 pay parking spaces within several blocks of the Chatham Capitol Theatre.
• Please note that many meters only accept change and do not accept debit or credit.
• There is no parking specifically assigned to the Theatre so please have parents come EARLY (there are several pay parking lots behind the theatre). The Civic Centre nearby also has parking after 5pm.

DRESSING ROOMS

• Studios will be assigned dressing rooms. We thank you in advance for your cooperation with regard to sharing this space.  
• The entire lower level (including the "Rotary Lounge" is designated for Girls to change).
• The Boy changeroom can be accessed by walking through the Theatre on the Right. 
• To avoid congestion:
  • Have hair/make-up done for arrival.
  • please vacate when the room is not needed.
• Parents -- please pack-up all belongings from changerooms if you are leaving after the awards to make room the incoming dancers.

REHEARSAL AREA

• An area will be designated as rehearsal for all dancers to share.  

SHINE SHOP

• Please note that we will be accepting credit or debit cards -- we will not be accepting cash.

**IMPORTANT DETAILS FROM THE CHATHAM CAPITOL THEATRE**

1. CONCESSION STAND/PRE-ORDER MENU

• For this upcoming SHINE Dance Competition, we have a new “Hot-Food” Pre-order menu.  We are teaming up with Mamma Maria’s, a local restaurant that is located directly across the street from our theatre.  To make lunches easier by pre ordering your food will be delivered to the theatre.

How to order: DUE BY MIDNIGHT THE DAY BEFORE EACH COMP DAY

1. 1. Go to the link Mamma Maria's Hot Food Order Form - SHINE Dance Comp - Chatham Capitol Theatre – Fill out form
   2. Fill out contact information for each separate order. (Full Name. Phone #, email, dance school)
   3. Select the date for delivery (Thursday March 26, Friday March 27, Saturday March 28, Sunday March 29)
   4. Select your Lunch Option
   5. Select your Beverage Option
   6. Submit your order (REMEMBER 1 order form per meal)
   7. Meals will be delivered to the theatre lobby concession stand.  These meals are not allowed to be consumed inside the theatre.  Please eat in dressing rooms, or in lobby. Thank you for helping keep our theatre clean.

• On top of our usual chips and candy, we will also have new items. In our fridge. (Veggie Cups with Dip, Fruit Cups, Yogurt Parfaits, muffins, pasta salad and a snack size ham and turkey sandwiches.

 

1. THEATRE HOUSE RULES

For Dance Competition Participants

Our Theatre Technicians and Front-of-House Staff go above and beyond to provide you with a professional and high-quality experience that your performers and their families will cherish for years to come. To ensure that everything runs as smoothly as possible, we have developed this list of House Rules.

Please note - we now have public Wi-Fi access.

 CODE OF CONDUCT 

1. Performers only allowed on stage during their designated performance
2. No running in any area of the building (except for on-stage performances
3. No jumping off the stage or climbing on the seats
4. Do not deface the property. This includes makeup/lipstick on walls, writing on walls, or peeling off loose paint. Any damages incurred during the event will be noted and repairs will be billed to the event Licensee
5. Do not touch drapes, curtains, screens, technical equipment, lighting instruments, tools or anything that doesn’t belong to your organization
6. Do not use or play with rolling carts unless one is needed for a specific purpose (ie. moving props, etc.)
7. Do not prop open any doors as per Building Health and Safety Regulations
8. Do not operate any of the overheard garage doors. Find a member of the Arts+Culture personnel if you need one opened or closed
9. Access to the Tunnel, Orchestra Pit, and Rotary Lounge is prohibited unless prior arrangements have been made
10. Shoes must be worn at all times throughout the building unless performing
11. Glitter, feathers, sequins, and other types of costume décor must not be left in the seating area or theatre aisles. Extra cleaning charges will apply if costume décor is found throughout the building
12. Please be clean and respectful of the bathroom spaces. Any damages incurred during the event will be noted and repairs will be billed.
13. Food and beverages are not permitted in the Backstage area or Stage Wings
14. Outside food and beverages are not permitted in the Theatre Auditorium
15. No sitting or standing in windowsills
16. Access to Mainstreet Lounge rooftop patios is strictly forbidden

ARRIVAL AT THE THEATRE & SCHEDULE

1. In conjunction with the Dance Competition and the Front of House Coordinator there is an agreed upon arrival time and which door your performers should use for each day that you are at the theatre. Communicate this to the performers and their families prior to arrival.  Front doors will open 1 Hour before 1^st dance of the day.
2. Just as we ask all our patrons to be respectful to each other and staff members during the Dance Competitions, we also ask that you are respectful to our local businesses and their private parking lots.    There are approximately 900 parking spaces in a 2-block radius of the theatre.  Designated municipal parking lots are your best bet for hassle free parking.  Always check allowable times to park and encourage your dancers and/or families to avoid private parking lots (i.e., Tim Hortons, TD Bank, Mamma Maria’s, Forté) as they may be ticketed or towed.  

DRESSING ROOMS

1. Performers must keep dressing rooms clean. Rooms left in a disorderly state will be subject to additional cleaning charges
2. Costumes must be hung on clothing racks only
3. Turn off all mirror lights when finished in dressing rooms
4. Sitting or standing on counter tops, tables, and windowsills is strictly forbidden

STAGE

1. Outdoor shoes and/or stilettos are strictly prohibited when Dance Floor is installed on stage
2. All props and personal belongings must be appropriately stored to avoid tripping hazards