When I’m at a fair or event where I’m the only variety act, I try to label my stuff as show props so that people know to not handle my stuff. Many of these bands or dance groups don’t work with other acts and have never had to deal with backstage etiquette. Most of it is common sense, however I’m constantly amazed how how many people don’t have common sense.
I was working with a band and they tried to set up a drum kit onstage while I was performing on the stage! That made me glad I had already put a sign on my gear, as they clearly didn’t know.
Then I got back to the dressing room (trailer) and they had put all of their bags on top of my stuff! What’s crazier is why they would have done that when I took up barely any space!
This is why I assume no one knows backstage etiquette. Here’s a graphic I made for fun and to blow off some steam:
I kinda want to get some of these printed up and put them in greenrooms! Feel free to copy that and put it places!
-Louie
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