For the safety of the entire community, the following are specific practices that must be followed concerning classroom/studio-related activities.
-No open or enclosed flame (matches, lighters, candles, lanterns, etc.) permitted in any space. This includes all public areas of the building, especially classrooms, rehearsal/practice rooms, and theater spaces. Open flame is only permitted during Mainstage performances with prior written approval of the Production Department, in accordance with New York City Fire Regulations.
-No combustibles permitted. Contained gases, liquids, and solids are not permitted in New School buildings. This includes butane, gasoline, kerosene, and ethanol or methanol alcohols. These items are not permitted on-site, including lockers, studios/classrooms, storage rooms, hallways, and offices.
-The use of prop weapons is taken very seriously. NO weapons of any kind may be used in class scene work or performances without the prior approval of the Academic Leadership or the Production Office. “Prop weapons” include replicas, toys, rubber training weapons and “stage safe” weapons. Weapons from prop storage will only be used for mainstage productions and studio projects under the supervision of the Props Master, Stage Manager and Production Manager. Any other use requires prior permission and supervision from the Production Office or Dean’s Office. Weapon examples include edged weapons such as swords, knives, axes, hatchets, razors, pocket knives, whips, etc. Firearms examples include pistols, rifles, shotguns, muskets, assault weapons, grenades, explosive devices, etc.
-No food or beverages permitted in our theater spaces. Water is permitted in a closed container. All spills should be cleaned up immediately.
-No use of theater equipment permitted. No student, faculty, or staff member is permitted to use theater-related equipment without prior written permission and training from the Production Department. This includes Genie lifts, ladders, lighting equipment, sound equipment, power tools, etc. All persons granted use of these and similar items must be trained on the use and safety practices of these items before using them and in accordance with The New School University Policy.
-No access to restricted areas. No student, faculty, or staff member is permitted in the following areas without prior written permission from the Production Department:
Arnhold Hall– Glassbox storage closet, Stiefel storage closet and booth, Jazz Performance Space storage closet and booth, Costume shop
Bank Street– Roof, Mechanical Rooms, Backstage Storage Loft, Control Booth, Props Storage, Scene Shop, Costume Storage, and Dressing Rooms.
-Glitter, sand, confetti, paint, real plants (live or dead), mud, dirt, water (other than drinking water in bottles), stage blood, live animals, and food props are strictly prohibited.
-Do NOT impede emergency exits. No furniture, set pieces, props, tables, clothing, chairs, etc., are to be placed in the pathway to the emergency exits in the hallways, studios, or theater.
-Emergency Exit signs must remain visible and unaltered. It is illegal to tamper with an emergency exit sign in any way.
-No items should be stored in hallways except for classroom props and costumes in approved storage boxes or assigned lockers. No items should be stored above lockers or in mechanical areas.
-No flyers, playbills, posters, etc., can be posted in stairwells. Bulletin boards are provided at Arnhold Hall and Bank Street for student postings. Flyers posted in unapproved locations will be discarded.
-Outside furniture, set pieces, and other larger properties may not be brought into the building without the prior written permission of the Production Office or Administration.
-No studio items are to be removed, altered, or relocated without written permission from the Administration. Do not remove pianos, furniture, or props from any room.
-Any item brought into a College of Performing Arts space for rehearsal or production must meet general flame-proofing criteria and is subject to inspection by the Production Department before arrival in the space.
-Props, costumes, set pieces, etc., associated with a production may not be used for classroom activities. Classes will be supplied with necessary classroom furniture as with all studios/classrooms.
-Nothing may be drilled, hammered, or inserted into the floor, ceiling, pillars, soft goods, etc. Nothing may be attached to or hung from the HVAC system, vents, lighting fixtures, or piping. Nothing may be taped (without permission), glued, or attached to any walls. Operation of, or interference with, the air conditioning or hanging heating units is prohibited.
-You are responsible for the room, contents, and cleanliness. Restore the room to its neutral setting and vacate it by your scheduled end time. Fold and stack all chairs, push all furniture to the wall, and throw away all trash. There is a photo in each room indicating the “Neutral State” of the room and a list of the equipment held in that space.
-Please do not move ANY pianos (including Electric Pianos) without prior permission from Administration. Report any broken or missing items to Administration immediately. No liquids on ANY pianos. Report any broken or missing items to Technical Services Office immediately by email [email protected]. (SPECIAL NOTE: Bank Street Room 109 and Arnhold Hall Room 930 can never accommodate a piano on the raised portion as it will damage the sprung floor.)