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TYLER CIVIC THEATRE CENTER

Director Interest & Production Proposal Form

DIRECTOR INFORMATION

Name (First / Last)

Email

Phone Number

Previous Directing Experience (Title, Year, Theatre)

Previous Directing Experience at TCTC (Please select all that apply)

Previous Directing Experience at TCTC (Please select all that apply)

Would you be willing to direct a production other than your first-choice selection?

SHOW INFORMATION

Title of Show

Playwright/Composer/Lyricist

Licensing Company

Production Type

Brief Synopsis (150-250 words)

Why are you interested in directing this production?

Why do you believe this production is a good fit for TCTC

SEASON PLACEMENT

Preferred Production Window

(Rank 1-6 with 1 being most preferred slot and 6 being the least)

February

February

April (not always available)

April (not always available)

June

June

August

August

October

October

December

December

Preferred Venue (Rank 1-3)

TCTC Braithwaite

TCTC Braithwaite

TCTC Rogers Children's Theatre

TCTC Rogers Children's Theatre

Liberty Hall (if/when available)

Liberty Hall (if/when available)

Explain your venue selection:

PRODUCTION FEASIBLITY

Can you mount this production with a cast of 30 or under?

If you selected one of our TCTC stages in the above section, will you direct in-the-round or do you intend to build on the North side of the theatre?

Does this production require live musicians or is "canned music" available?

What are the three most technically challenging elements of this production?

How would you approach solving each challenge?

Select all technical elements that apply to this production

Select all technical elements that apply to this production

What is the lowest estimated cost for this production (rights, scenic, costuming)

What is the highest estimated cost for this production (rights, scenic, costuming)

CONTENT CONSIDERATIONS

Tyler Civic Theatre Center strives to present productions that align with our mission, audience expectations, and role as a multigenerational community theatre serving East Texas.

While TCTC welcomes a wide range of artistic voices and stories, productions containing significant explicit language, graphic violence, drug use, sexual content, or other mature themes require additional review and discussion during the season selection process. Such content does not automatically disqualify a proposal; however, directors should be prepared to articulate the artistic value of the material, its relevance to our community, and how it will be presented responsibly.

The Board of Directors and Production Committee reserve the right to consider community standards, audience impact, educational value, and organizational mission when evaluating all production proposals.

Please identify any applicable content in this production from the list below. This content will require additional consideration and board approval

Please identify any applicable content in this production from the list below. This content will require additional consideration and board approval

Please explain how these topics would be handled responsibly and artistically.

COMMUNITY & CASTING CONSIDERATIONS

Describe the type of performers needed for this production. (Age, gender, race, voice types, experience levels, talent specifications, etc.)

Do you believe the East Texas talent pool can successfully cast this show?

Are there any casting challenges you anticipate?

TCTC serves a diverse community of volunteers, artists, patrons, and students representing a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, identities, beliefs, abilities, ages, and perspectives.

How do you foster a rehearsal and production environment in which all participants are treated with dignity, respect, and professionalism both on and off the stage?

Please describe any specific practices, expectations, or leadership approaches you would use to promote a welcoming and collaborative culture throughout the production process.

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP & ENGAGEMENT

Are there any local organizations, schools, businesses, advocacy groups, or nonprofit partners you believe would be a natural fit for this production?

If yes, please list potential partners and describe how they could support or enhance the production. (Think post-show discussions, community conversations or panels, educational programming or pedagogy, fundraising partnerships, outreach performances, special events, etc.) If no - type N/A.

What makes this production unique within a season?

DIRECTORIAL APPROACH

Describe your rehearsal philosophy. (400 words max).

How do you balance artistic excellence with the realities of volunteer community theatre?

How do you handle conflict among cast, crew, or production team members?

Are there any production team positions you consider essential to the success of this production? If no, type N/A

We ask our directors to submit a director's deck for each production they are submitting for consideration. Instructions are as follows:

Please submit a visual presentation (5-8 pages) that helps us understand the world of your production.


1. Cover Page


* Production title

* Director name

* One representative image


2. The World of the Play


In 100 words or less, describe the overall atmosphere of the production.


Questions to consider:


* What should the audience feel?

* What is the tone of the piece?

* What excites you most about bringing this story to life?


3. Scenic Inspiration


1-2 pages of images.


Show us:

* Set ideas

* Stage pictures

* Birds-Eye Sketch

* Architectural influences

* Overall environment


Include brief captions as needed.


4. Costume Inspiration


1-2 pages of images.


Show us:

* Character style

* Color palette

* Sketches

* Period or aesthetic influences


Include brief captions as needed.


5. Key Moments


Choose 3-5 moments from the show and provide images that capture the feeling, energy, or theatricality you hope to create.


A sentence or two for each moment is sufficient.


6. Community Impact


In 100 words or less:


* Why do you think East Texas audiences will connect with this story?

* What makes this production worth experiencing live?


Submission Notes


* PDF format

* Image-forward presentation

* Maximum 300 words of written content

* Focus on inspiration rather than detailed production plans

Please submit a completed director's deck in pdf formats here.

Please submit a link to your director's deck if attached to a URL (if applicable).

We ask our directors to submit a visual representation of past work. Please submit site URLs below if applicable.

Applicants are encouraged to submit materials that help the Production Committee and Board of Directors to better understand their previous work. Please attach any of the following: Production shots from past work, scenic design examples from past work, costume design from past work, reviews or press coverage from past work, production video/rehearsal photos, resume).

Please provide three references that can speak to your skill and technique as a director or creative. (Name, email, phone number).