PERFORMER / PARENT AGREEMENT

Youth Theater Collective

This agreement outlines shared expectations for students (“performers”) and parents or guardians participating in Youth Theater Collective (YTC). Participation indicates understanding of and agreement with the terms below.

Program Commitment

Youth Theater Collective is a year-long, project-based program with public performances. Participation requires consistent engagement, preparation, and follow-through.

Performers agree to:

  • Attend scheduled rehearsals, meetings, and performances

  • Arrive prepared and on time

  • Communicate absences or conflicts in advance whenever possible

  • Respect the collaborative nature of the program

Parents/guardians agree to:

  • Support attendance and punctuality

  • Review schedules and communications regularly

  • Communicate proactively with program leadership when concerns arise

Student Leadership Model

YTC operates under a student-led model.

  • Students are expected to take ownership of their roles and responsibilities.

  • Leadership is earned through reliability, collaboration, and accountability.

  • Not all roles are performance-based; technical, production, and front-of-house roles are equally valued.

Adult Authority & Safety

While students lead creatively and collaboratively, all physical safety, tools, equipment, facilities, and final authority remain under adult supervision at all times.

Adults retain final decision-making authority regarding:

  • Safety procedures

  • Use of equipment and facilities

  • Ethical boundaries

  • Scheduling and operational needs

Public Performances & Media

YTC produces ticketed public performances.

Parents/guardians grant permission for:

  • Participation in public performances

  • Use of photos or video for documentation and program-related promotion

No student names or identifying information will be used beyond standard program materials.

Agreement

By participating in Youth Theater Collective, performers and parents/guardians acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agree to this agreement.