RuBarb School of Performing Arts

RuBarb SOPA Parent Blog

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Aristocats Hair/Makeup

Please have your child’s hair and makeup done as below for dress rehearsal and each show:

Girls - hair in a bun, no hair on forehead. Boys brushed hair, out of eyes.

Dogs all have hats so just normal hair. Alex please wear low pigtails.

Alley Cats - if you don’t have wig you can have fun with your hair.

Makeup for boys and girls - some mascara, eye liner and lipstick. This shouldn’t be dance makeup. The idea is to have enough colour that the kids don’t look washed out under the stage lights.

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Dresser Trainees

If you are interested in training to be a backstage dresser, please speak to a parent committee member about observing at this week’s performances. Dressers must be willing to work multiple shifts in a show to ensure continuity backstage.

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Don’t Be Late!!  Costume Pieces Due NOW!!

All outstanding costume pieces must be submitted to costuming on Saturday - no exceptions!!

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Meal Schedule

Just a reminder of the meal schedule for the run:

Tuesday - taco in a bag

Wednesday - ham, mashed potatoes and corn

Thursday - roast beef on a bun and salads

Friday - pasta with a gluten-free option

Saturday - chicken fingers, rice and vegetables

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Face Paint

The following performers will wear face paint during the performance.  Face paint will be supplied and applied by costuming.  There will be a schedule for face paint posted at the theatre during the run.  Performers who will be wearing face paint should plan to bring make up wipes to the theatre.

Face paint from top of show:

Mufasa

Scar

Rafiki

Zazu

Young Simba

Young Nala

Face paint mid-show:

Adult Simba

Adult Nala

Timon

Pumbaa

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Hairstyles for Lion King

Please note it is the responsibility of the performer and their parents to do their hair as per these instructions.

Except for those noted below, all performers will wear their hair in a low bun as in the large picture above.  A dance bun tutorial is posted on the Facebook Kids page for your information.  Please note, this bun needs to be LOW, as low as you can make it - even to the nape of the neck, so as not to interfere with costume pieces.

For performers whose hair is too short to wear a bun, they will braid their hair across the front and pull into into a low ponytail.  This will keep their hair out of their eyes and face.

Young Simba & Young Nala - please wear your hair in double buns, as in the bottom left picture. 

Adult Nala - please wear your hair in multiple braids.

Rafiki - please wear your hair in a flat bun right on top of your head, bangs back.

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Theatre Checklist

Below is a list to help you pack for the theatre next week:

Any outstanding costume items

Black leggings and hoodie (these should be turned in already)

Make-up and make-up wipes

Brush/comb

Hair accessories - hairspray/gel, bobby pins, hair nets, etc.

Dance shoes

Snacks (non-messy, non-staining)

Towel for covering up costumes when eating snacks

Water bottle or drink (non-staining)

Script

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Stage Makeup

Typically stage makeup for girls and boys should be natural.  It should not look like dance makeup.  Remember, the point isn’t for them to look like they are wearing makeup; the intent is to highlight their natural features to prevent them from looking washed out under the bright stage lights.  The RuBarb makeup kit is always available at the theatre, but for reasons of hygiene performers are strongly encouraged to bring their own makeup. 

Foundation - please choose one shade darker than your child’s actual skin tone

Blush

Eyeliner & Mascara

Lips should be a natural colour

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A reminder about stage makeup for the show.  Please follow these instruction to ensure the kids’ facial expressions can be seen from the audience.  

Performers who will require face paint for the show will be advised separately before show time.

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Please remember to label all of your child’s items with their name!!

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Lion King Costume Call Times for Monday Please report to costuming at your scheduled time. Students are asked to bring the basic pieces that have been previously communicated - black hoodie, black leggings (pants for boys), beige tights and fleshtone bodysuit. We will collect the items tomorrow and keep them at the theatre so they are ready for the show. Thank you!

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Monday Detailed Schedule

11:30-11:45 Scene 1.11a

11:45-12:00 Scene 1.8d

12:00-12:30 Scene 1.3a

12:30-1:00 Scene 1.5a

1:00-1:30 Scene 1.6a-c

1:30-1:40 Scene 1.10

1:40-1:50 Scene 1.8a

1:50-2:00 Scene 1.8c

2:00-2:15 Scene 1.8b

2:15-2:30 Scene 1.7c

2:30-2:40 Scene 1.1a

2:40-2:55 Scene 1.5d

2:55-3:10 Scene 1.6d

3:10-3:30 Scene 1.12b,c

3:30-4:00 Scene 1.9a-d

4:00-4:20 Scene 1.12a

4:20-4:40 Scene 1.12i, 1.13a

4:40-4:50 Scene 1.12d

4:50-5:00 Scene 1.12e

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Blacks

All cast members of the Lion King, except for Summer and Taylor, will require a plain black hoodie.  It must be free from any logos or decoration.  This could be a printed hoodie worn inside out, as long as it looks plain black.  Small logos can be covered with black electrical tape.  We will be calling for the hoodies when the other basic costume pieces previously posted (click here to view) are called. Thank you.

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All Volunteer Shifts Filled!

The volunteer shifts for Aristocats and Lion King are all filled.  Thank you to all the parents who have signed up to help!!  Please remember - now that the schedule is finalized, anyone who has a conflict arise will need to swap their shift with another parent.  The Parent Committee is not responsible for filling a shift if someone becomes unavailable.

Also, if you haven’t provided a Criminal Record Check in the last five years, you will need to submit one ASAP.  If you aren’t sure of your status, please contact RuBarb SOPA on Remind to inquire.  New this year the Moose Jaw Police Service is requiring a letter from RuBarb in order for you to receive your free volunteer record check.  Thank you!!!

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Lunch on Rehearsal Days

Due to the compressed rehearsal schedule this year, there are not lunch breaks built into the schedule.  Your child will be given time to eat during rehearsal days, but they likely won’t have time to go somewhere to buy their lunch.  Please make sure your child brings a packed lunch, water and any snacks they’ll need for the day when they come to each rehearsal.  Thank you.

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Limited Space Available!!

We are looking for one more COOL CAT to volunteer for the Saturday show.  Details above.  Please, please consider taking an extra shift, even if you’ve already completed your required shifts.  Click here to RSVP: http://signup.com/go/qjvKHuO.  Thank you!

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Change to Volunteer Roles

We have had a significant amount of trouble filling volunteer spots for the shows, so we’ve had to get creative.  As a result, the boys dressing room supervisor will now act also as the second set of hands in the rehearsal room.  This is possible this year only due to the number and ages of boys we have in the shows. 

If you have signed up for a boys dressing room shift or a rehearsal room shift, you may get a second notice by email for the second assignment.  You don’t need to do anything and this will not be extra hours for you to put in - we will just be asking you to do a slightly different role when you come to the theatre.

Thank you for being flexible to help us ensure the kids are looked after!

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Your Child Will Need:

Costumes are provided by RuBarb.  Shoes, hosiery and undergarments are the responsibility of each student.  We will send another message when we are ready for students to begin bringing their items.  Your child will need the following:

1.  Black leggings - these must be plain black, fitted leggings with no logos or sparkles.

2.  Fleshtone bodysuit - this is required for modesty when changing backstage and must be fleshtone so it is not visible under costumes.  The example above can be purchased at any dance store.  Boys can wear shorts instead of a bodysuit if they so choose.

3.  Beige tights - bare legs are not allowed on stage, so all performers will require beige tights.

4.  Black jazz shoes - with or without laces is fine.  Students should be wearing their shoes at rehearsals as of now to ensure they are broken in by showtime.

These items are basic pieces that any musical theatre performer should keep in their kit, as they can be used in multiple productions over time.