S1 E1 Usher

Where Multi tasking and inter personal skills are essential. One of the first faces people see when entering a venue to watch a production, In this episode we talk to an experienced Usher from a local venue in Adelaide. She shares stories of some of the odd things people have said to her, how to deal with different situations, and what keeps her focused during long shows.   Podcast Episode Summary 00:00  Intro 1:03  Why is Theatre Important? 1:33  What do you find changing about live theatre? 2:12  What excites you about being an Usher? 3:22  What do you think makes a good Usher? 4:52  Courses to become an Usher? 6:27  How do you find dealing with the general public all the time? Pre Show; 7:46  How early do you arrive at the venue? 8:21  Whats in a pre show briefing and who gives it? 9:35  What is a lockout and what dose it entail? 11:02  How do you deal with wheel chairs? 12:32  What equipment is used during the show? 13:34  What dose a Fire Warden do? 14:26  What do you say when customers enter? 15:26  What do you check on the ticket? Show; 15:55  How dose a show get started 16:48  What communication is there during the show? 17:48  How do you deal with audience members taking photos? Post Show; 20:12  What do you do at the end of the Show? 22:11  What is your role in an evacuation? 24:19  Whats the strangest question you have been asked? 25:16  Tips and tricks for being an Usher 26:10  As a woman have you had to overcome any adversary in this industry? 27:08  Final words 27:32  OutroSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.