Obviously there is a cost element in being a part of The Potato Room Players - and the cost is in time and effort as well as hard cash. But the rewards are unsurpassed.

COST IN TERMS OF MONEY
The ‘show fee’ - rather like a membership – is £25.00. This is paid at the first rehearsal. You are then covered by our insurance for the time you are with us.

If you wish to borrow a script (a ‘libretto’) or a music book (a ‘score’) then there is a RETURNABLE charge made (about £10). You get this back in full when you return the book. They are very expensive, so that’s why we require this deposit. If you write a cheque, we do not cash it.

COST IN TERMS OF TIME
The rehearsal period is usually about 3 months. During that time you will spend time learning the necessary musical numbers you are involved with, the choreography of those numbers and any dialogue and moves that the scenes need. The show will then be put together bit by bit. This takes time – but as this is something you want to do – and will enjoy enormously – does it matter? The early rehearsals will be once or twice a week. As time goes on, you may be called to additional rehearsals, and as the show gets closer, there will be extra rehearsals, together with Sundays. You will never be called on a Saturday! In the 2 to 3 weeks before a show you may be called about 4 nights a week. It’s essential that rehearsals are not missed or we may recast your scenes. Sometimes we have asked someone to withdraw from a show, whose attendance was poor, as this affects everyone else.

COST IN TERMS OF EFFORT
We would like you to practice songs and dances when you are away from rehearsals, so that we are not backtracking. Similarly, lines must be learnt early on so that you do not need your book. Only then can we develop a character. We are also very keen that each Company member sells as many tickets as possible (a minimum figure of 25-30) through our internal booking system. This will involve you in talking to friends, family, workmates and even strangers on a bus – to raise awareness of the show. We’d like you to distribute the provided leaflets and posters where they will have most impact.

You are a member of a fabulous Company – and have a wonderful Show to sell!

Well? What’s in it for ME?!

You want to enjoy your leisure time – it’s valuable – and it is the aim of every administrative member of PRP to ensure that your time with us is thoroughly enjoyable.

THE COMPANY
If you are a member of PRP, you are a member of one of the best – if not the best – theatrical companies in West Yorkshire. We are a relatively new Company - having been formed in the late 1980’s and are not a ‘society’. We were formed by the Leeds City Varieties Management to support their fabulous Victorian Music Hall. The theatre is well known world-wide and almost everyone you see on TV has worked there at some time. Our ‘remit’ is to produce shows of the highest possible professional standard using invited artistes. We rarely hold auditions but if someone with talent approaches us, we will always try and see them.

REHEARSALS
It is here that you will spend most of your time. We will teach you the music and choreography relevant to your part in the show using professional Musical Directors and Choreographers. You will find that the rehearsals are relaxed and good fun. Obviously you must attend them regularly and punctually, so as to get the most out of them, and so that everyone is of the same high standard. There are always people around to help and give support. As time goes on, you will be working with the Director whose job it is to rehearse the dialogue scenes, and then to pull all the strands together into the finished pProduction, ready for the audience on first night!

THE SHOW
Being a part of a PRP show in a professional theatre is a wonderful experience. Our members enjoy the highest quality support from all the various departments that make up a PRP production. The costumes will ensure you look great, wigs if necessary will add to your character, and makeup artistes will be on hand to add that final touch.

As you step on stage, you will be confident knowing that a professional orchestra is there for you. An efficient Stage Director and the Crew will ensure that the set is in place – and lit by our resident Lighting Designer. If required, your personal radio microphone will be controlled by our Sound Technician and your dresser will be ready with your next costume change.

In the interval, tea and coffee will be provided, and after the show, the Circle Bar will be kept open for you to meet your friends and family.

There are no ‘stars’ in our Company. You are part of a team, where everyone is equal and we would be pleased to make you welcome.

Interested? - Fill in the application form here.