Frequently Asked QuestionsThe following notes you may know, but are there to help you when you come to the Royal South Street Competitions at Her Majesty's Theatre. Her Majesty's Theatre Seating Plan
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There is an ALL DAY parking in Albert St between Lewis St and Dana St (directly opposite Centrelink). This is a Ticket parking area and is at the cost of $3.00 per day.
- Most of Albert St between Dana and Grant St is an ALL DAY area, early arrival probably by 8.00 am is required for parking in this area. There is no charge in this area. Please note there are 3 bays of 1 Hour parking on the western side of the street outside Outreach at the corner of Dana St.
- Dana St hill between Albert and Lydiard St Sth is mainly an ALL DAY area. This is a metered area and again the cost is $3.00 per day. Again there are 4 bays of 1 Hour outside Outreach at the corner of Albert St.
- The Anderson St Car Park which is on the corner of Dana and Anderson St West is another ALL DAY car park. It is also a Ticket area at the cost of $3.00 per day.
- There is another ALL DAY area at the rear of Safeways in Eastwood St between Grenville St Sth and Sharwood St. This is a Metered area and is at the cost of $3.00 per day. The roof of the Safeways building is an ALL DAY area as well and there is NO COST. This can be accessed from Little Channel St. There is a ramp at the eastern end (Coles end) of Little Channel St.
Please note
- There is street parking around, but watch the expiry times please. Weekend parking may be free, but limited to only 2hrs! Read the signs. Council parking Officers are always patrol the streets.
- You cannot park behind the theatre or in the private car parks next door.
- Lock all valuables in the boot, out of sight!
- If you are lost, unsure, or curious, please ask the Kiosk, Ushers, RSSS Office staff, the Photo room, or any Back Stage crew.
- Any problems, go direct to RSSS Office. We are very happy to help.
- Generally RSSS members wear a blue jacket, our many Helpers have a large RSSS name badge. Theatre technicians wear black shirts.
- First Aid is available via the Kiosk, Stage Managers, Photo Room, and Theatre Techs.
- An “hospital” room is available in the lower dressing room area (room 8).
- In the basement, 2 levels, beneath the stage. Access from the front via many stairs, Unicorn lane, or the back door. Look for noticeboards with maps and lists.
- Some schools will have a specific room. Those not listed will share “Solo” rooms.
- On Group nights there may be changes to rooms, so watch the notice boards for advice lists.
- Please do not leave valuables in the rooms! Leave precious items at the RSSS office.
- Absolutely No notices or decorations stuck on the walls, ceilings, or passages; just on notice boards. Use only Blu-tac.
- No smoking, cooking, boiling jugs etc in the rooms. (Hot water available in Green Room.)
- Please keep your room clean and undamaged, or an extra-ordinary cleaning fee may come to you.
- Can only be brought in via the back door (Stage door) or stored in the Container near the back door.
- Only props for use-on-the-day may be stored back stage.
- Carry them up the stairs especially if you need them soon. Large items can come up on the yellow lift, but only when loaded and operated by a theatre Tech.
- Props must be removed at the end of session or that night. Anything to be kept for next day, please tell the stage manager.
- Props should have a school or student name on them (otherwise they get lost or borrowed).
- Any parent may help back-stage with prop preparation before or between sessions.
- Students, you must register at the Side Stage desk, or in the Green Room, as soon as possible before the start of the session you are performing in. (A Session is a morning or afternoon or night). You will also be given a Pass which allows you free access to the Auditorium for that session!
- Music tapes etc can be handed in then, or at the start of your actual section, or just before you perform.
- Ask the Stage Managers any questions and problems you have, we are there to help.
Her Majesty's Theatre
Dimensions
- Competitive area of the stage is 8.46m wide by 10.05m deep. The stage slopes towards the audience at 29mm per mentre length. Please be aware of this when constructing props.
Access
- Access is via the basement, many stairs, and the Green Room. Be careful, don’t run.
- At stage level are the Green Room, Photo & Video Room, Teachers retreat, hot water, First Aid kit, Stage Managers and Music player.
- No access to stage during a performance please! Wait in Green Room.
- You will be called side stage before your performance. Remain with your Teacher.
- No watching from wings front OP stage.
- If you are new to the stage, there may be a “walk on stage” familiarization time first thing in the morning, ask the Stage Manager.
- Just ask the Stage manager if you are not sure of anything. Note no rosin to be use on shoes or feet.
- Remember to look at the Adjudicator sitting in the middle level auditorium with a red light in front.
- If wrong music, mental blank, injury, or an unsafe situation occurs, just run off.
- If you have injured yourself badly, lie down at once and we will rescue you. Your future is important, no need for heroics.
- After your performance, collect music/instruments/etc and perhaps go back to your room or the audience.
- Please do not have bare feet elsewhere in theatre.
- Crits and prizes are collected from the RSSS office in the basement, after adjudication.
- Generally no parents allowed during solo sessions, Except by special request, eg no Teacher at the comps, soloists under 8yr old (if Teacher requests), or for medical reasons.
- In all cases parents must have a general admission ticket (see below).
- Parents may help with props between sections.
- Tickets are purchased at the Ticket Box in the front foyer until about 7.30pm. Everyone needs a ticket or pass to enter:-
- General admission - Concession is available for Competitors, Students, & Children over 14 years; Pensioners, Senior Citizens, and UFS members. Show ID at purchase.
Child is 6 - 14 years. Children under 6yrs are free. - A session (morn, or afternoon, or night) costs about $10 /adult, $9 /concession, $6 /child. There are all day tickets ($24 / $21 / $13), and specialised passes.
- Competitors have free admittance only during the session of their performance.
- Solo performers obtain a ticket at registration time.
- On group or band nights, just stay in hair/make-up/uniform. At other times you need a normal ticket or pass.
- Students please wear tracksuits etc, and shoes. (No bare feet beyond the stage.) Keep feet off seats, do not rock the seats.
- Drinks, water only in bottles.
- Please note, no standing, no prams or big bags in the Auditorium. No entry during a performance. Mobile phones must be off.
- No video or photography (copyright laws).
- Please show respect and silence during a performance, and applaud at the end for everyone. We all share a special journey in the world of performing arts.
Her Majesty's Theatre Seating Plan
Click here to view a seating plan of Her Majesty's Theatre.
Videos of performances must be arranged beforehand, with our official photographers Lloyd or Lorraine Harvey in the Green Room or Photo room, or phone 5331 2742.
Immediately get the Chairman to make a general announcement (ask Ushers, Chair, or Office). Check with Kiosk, and RSSS Office then, and the next day.
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