Statement of Purpose

Open Door Productions (OpenDoor) is dedicated to conceiving and producing theatrical works to promote inclusivity and collaboration within the student body of the University of Utah. The goal of OpenDoor is to provide increased performance opportunity and freedom of expression to the student artist community. OpenDoor strives to create a positive and supportive environment where all students feel respected and welcomed.

Current Officers

• President
• Vice President
• Treasurer
• Director of Marketing and Social Media
• Director of Recruitment and Student Advocacy

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Season Selection and Casting

1. Any production produced by Open Door Productions will be subject to screening by Open Door Productions and by the Department of Theatre.
2. For any show requiring department facilities (performance space, technological elements, costumes and/or props), an application must be submitted to the Department of Theatre at least one semester prior (See Dept of Theatre Student Productions Policy):
   1. First, any interested parties will submit an application (see Student Production Application) to Open Door Productions.
   2. There will then be a meeting organized for the applicants to pitch their show to the officers and interested members.
   3. After this pitch, the members will all be allowed to vote on which productions would best serve the student body and OpenDoor. The officers will have final say on this decision.
   4. Once the productions are chosen, the organization will work with the applicant to prepare the application and proposal required for the Department of Theatre. The chosen productions must be willing to be flexible to University policy as well as to the suggestions of the organization officers.
3. Shows that do not require department facilities will not have to submit an application to the Department of Theatre. Instead, those interested will be required to submit an Organization Event Application:
   1. These will be accepted prior to the first meeting of the semester and on a rolling basis as applicable.
   2. At the first meeting, all interested parties are welcome to pitch any organization events and productions that do not require Department facilities for the members and officers to discuss and vote on.
   3. A calendar of organization events will be released for each semester after the first meeting to all members by the Season Production Manager.
4. Casting for Open Door Productions shows will be decided by the production team on a joint basis of merit and seniority.
   1. Roles will go to the students who can best fulfill the vision of the production team and what is being asked of them, however, priority will always be given to students who have completed more years of training.
   2. Additionally, priority will always be given to students who are not cast in the Department of Theatre season.
   3. Open Door is committed to diverse representation and actively seeks to cast talented actors of any race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, and any other status protected by the law.

Forms and Documents

• Organization Event Application (For shows NOT requiring Department of Theatre Facilities)
• Student Production Application (For shows requiring Department of Theatre Facilities)

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Open Door Productions is an ASUU Tecognized Student Organization. View our full constitution here.

Stage Managers at the U (SMU) has been created to further students’ education by providing real-life experiences with professionals in the field of stage management in all realms of performance, hosting various outings to further community building, build and adapt skills that can be used through all walks of life.

Our goal is to get a better understanding of stage management in the real world by connecting with professionals not only in the state of Utah but around the country. While on campus our goal is to set students up with real-life skills that can be applied beyond the field of theatre. We strive to provide young theatre professionals with real-life skills that can be used beyond the field of theatre. The goal is to learn how any new-found skills can be used beyond college, and network with current working professionals both locally and across the country through yearly research trips, internships, and shadowing experiences, all while creating a sense of camaraderie and community for both students and professionals.

Performing Arts Designers at the U (PADU) is a brand-new student organization in the department of theatre that aims to unify designers across the university towards common goals. 

Our mission is to empower organization members to cultivate a comprehensive understanding of the design elements involved in theatre, film, television, dance, concerts, opera, as well as conventions, expos, architecture, art installations, and the development of new works. Additionally, we aim to broaden our members' professional networks and enhance their skill sets through internships, workshops, and other educational experiences.

Our membership is open to any University of Utah student, and we seek to recruit those from different backgrounds. Some of the things we're planning involve skills workshops, community events, and educational outreach. While we are brand new and still growing, we have big plans ahead. As for now, all of our members are committed to expanding our organization and growing the design community as a whole.

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The Student Advisory Committee (SAC) is a student group established to promote communication and interaction among students, faculty, staff, and administrators in the Department of Theatre.

The Committee is both a social and academic organization and as such it creates involvement opportunities, encourages participation in department activities, and hosts events open to all University of Utah students.

If you are interested in becoming involved with SAC or learning more about opportunities, please contact:

Evan Van Leuven
SAC Student Engagement Coordinator 
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and

Carina Purdy
SAC Vice President
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