MIT Relations
Theater Arts Faculty
The ensemble will occasionally be invited to Theater Arts meetings. You should go or find someone to take your place. At the beginning of the meeting, you will be asked to give an update about the ensemble. No need to be formal, just a summary of what has happened lately. The faculty will then ask if you want any help or advice before giving you a brief TA update. You will be asked to leave the meeting before they start discussing their own internal affairs.
Theater Groups
Be aware of what other theater groups on campus are doing. Do publicity exchanges with them. Plan events to see their shows. Maintain good relations with all of them. We borrow a lot of things from MTG, so try not to make them angry.
Constitution
According to the constitution, the President should run meetings if the Chair is absent. In addition, the President is responsible for interpreting the constitution. It is exceptionally rare that situations arise in which this responsibility is relevant. At such times, you may wish to consult with other Senior members of the ensemble. Ultimately, use your best judgement.
External Affairs
Director
Make sure the director and any other professionals from outside MIT are treated with respect and treat the ensemble with respect. Though the producer will usually handle this, it is ultimately the responsibility of the President.
Publicity
Though you are not directly or indirectly responsible for any publicity, it is good to be aware of any ensemble publicity that is occurring outside MIT.
ensemble-alum
Alumni on this list should not be contacted frequently. One email per semester with a general update and invitation to alumni reception should be sent, preferably two or three weeks before the term show.
ensemble-alum-ask
This is a resource for contacting alumni who graduated recently and who are happy to share specific technical advice. You should constantly remind people that this list exists! They tend to forget, but it is extremely useful.