Redlands Star Search presented by Redlands Sunrise Rotary
Terms and Conditions for Auditions and Performance
Purpose
The purpose of Redlands Star Search (the “Event”) presented by Redlands Sunrise Rotary (the “Organizer”) is to raise funds to support the many local and global projects served by the Redlands Sunrise Rotary Foundation while showcasing with appreciation and enthusiasm talented individuals in our community in a fun, social and highly entertaining competition.
Philosophy
Consistent with the Objectives of Rotary, although the Event is a competition, it will be conducted in a friendly and supportive environment where the common goal is to create a special evening of camaraderie and intimacy for performers and audience alike.
Rules
We try to remain flexible and if we find something that’s not working we will look into changing it. If a question comes up and there is no written rule for it, the guideline we use is Rotary’s Four Way Test:
- Is it the truth;
- Is it beneficial to all concerned;
- Will it build goodwill and better friendships;
- Will it be beneficial to all concerned.
Based upon these principles, determinations of the judges and Event staff are deemed final.
Auditions
All groups must audition in order to compete. Audition applications must be submitted online through www.redlandsstarsearch.com/auditions.
Fees
There is currently no cost to submit an audition entry. The Organizer reserves the right to introduce an application fee in the future.
Selection for performance
An audition committee will review all submissions and invite acts to participate in the Event based on talent, stage presence, and the objective to build a diverse and entertaining program. At most ten acts will be selected. All submission contestants will be notified of the results about three weeks before the Event.
Dress Rehearsal
Selected acts will be required to participate in a dress rehearsal in the days leading up to the Event. More information will be provided to the selected acts.
Time Limit
During the performance each act will be given up to three minutes to perform. Timing begins when a contestant starts performing, and ends at conclusion of act. (Applause not included in timing.) Performers stand to lose up to 50% of their overall scores by going over time. This keeps the show to a reasonable length and keeps the competition fair to all groups.
Order of Appearance
The order is determined by the Event Director and announced to the acts prior to the Event. We schedule the groups carefully to handle logistics required for different acts, and to avoid having similar groups go on stage back-to-back.
Judges
A panel of three or more local, volunteer “celebrities” will judge performances. Their determinations will be considered final.
Judging
Performers are judged on entertainment value, originality & creativity, audience appeal, and skill. Judges are encouraged to jot down notes that will help improve the performance and to give an overall score to assist in the final placement, as opposed to scoring every little thing a performer does or does not do.
Stage Support
We will make every effort to support requests for stage props, lighting, or special effects, constrained by what is doable with the few minutes between acts. If a performer wants to use special light or sound techniques, the guidelines are that it may be used only if performer can quickly assemble and disassemble equipment (alone or with an assistant) in a quick, quiet and efficient manner. Any such effects must be identified to Event staff well in advance of the Event. Please notify Event staff well in advance of performance date to get approval and make necessary arrangements.
Licensing/Images
As consideration for performer’s participation in the event, performer grants Organizer and its affiliates rights to use performers likeness, photos, videos, audio for all legitimate club purposes and to promote the Event this year and in the future.
Finally
If you have questions we have not answered here please feel free to contact us at [email protected].
More important “Legalese”:
RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT
THIS SECTION MUST BE CAREFULLY READ AND SIGNED BY THE APPLICANT IN CONSIDERATION OF BEING PERMITTED TO ENTER THE PREMISES AND/OR PARTICIPATE IN REDLANDS STAR SEARCH, aka “EVENT”. THE UNDERSIGNED, for himself/herself, his/her personal representatives, heirs, and next of kin, acknowledges, agrees and represents that he/she:
- RELEASES, WAIVES, DISCHARGES, AND COVENANTS NOT TO SUE REDLANDS SUNRISE ROTARY, ITS PARENT, SUBSIDIARIES, AFFILIATES, AND RELATED ENTITIES (INCLUDING THEIR RESPECTIVE DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, AGENTS, VOLUNTEERS AND EMPLOYERS) AND EACH OF THEM, ALL FOR THE PURPOSES HEREIN REFERRED TO AS THE “RELEASEES,” FROM ALL LIABILITY to the undersigned, his/her personal representatives, assigns, heirs, and next of kin for any and all loss or damage, and any claim or demands therefore on account of injury to the person or property or resulting in death of the undersigned, whether caused by the negligence of the “Releasees” or otherwise as a result of the undersigned’s participation in the EVENT(S).
- HEREBY AGREES TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS THE “RELEASEES” and each of them from any loss, liability, damage, or cost they may incur due to the undersigned’s participation in the EVENT whether caused by the negligence of the “RELEASEES” or otherwise;
- HEREBY ASSUMES FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR AND RISK OF BODILY INJURY, DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE DUE TO THE NEGLIGENCE OF “RELEASEES” OR OTHERWISE while participating in the EVENT.
THE UNDERSIGNED further expressly agrees that the foregoing release, waiver, and indemnity agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by California law, and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.
THE UNDERSIGNED HAS READ AND VOLUNTARILY SIGNS THE RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT, and further agrees that no oral representations, statements, or inducements apart from the foregoing written agreement have been made.
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Submitter/date
I consent to all of the foregoing, authorize and consent to Performer’s participation in the Event.
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Submitter’s Guardian (if performer is under 18 years of age at time of Event)/date