A Short Play about Jesus' Last Supper
From the Viewpoint of the Women Who Served Him

Beneath the Upper Room 2010

Performance Packet Contents

For your convenience, here you will find most of the files contained in the Performance Packet. You won't find any scripts or passwords here-- but just about everything else. Refer to your Performance Packet ZIP file/CD for scripts.

Sample Rehearsal Schedules

2012 Sample Rehearsal Schedule - An example of the rehearsal schedule used in the original production (the playwright re-used it in a subsequent production in 2010).

Scripts

Password {link removed}- You'll need a password to open the Actors Script and the Annotated Directors Script. Keep in mind that the script files will expire shortly after the performance dates listed on your Performance Application. After that time, the files can no longer be opened or printed.
Annotated Director's Script {link removed}- (Full of Notes, tips and lists from the playwright. You may give your actors this script-- but they don't really need to see all the information it contains. Some of it may get in the way of your direction. Don't forget all print-outs (except for one production script containing all your blocking, etc.) must be destroyed after your show under the conditions of your Performance License (contract).
Actor's Script {link removed}- Just the script, nothing but the script. All the actor needs to rehearse the show.  Don't forget all print-outs must be destroyed after your show under the conditions of your Performance License (contract).
Souvenir Script - According to the terms of your Performance License, you agree to collect and destroy all copies of the script except for one Production Script (usually a Directors Script). That means the actors cannot keep their rehearsal scripts. We offer Souvenir Actors Scripts that you can give to your actors. If you purchase the whole set of 16, you get a 20% discount-- and we'll even have Kevin M Reese, the playwright autograph them. Send us your cast list and we'll have him add a personal note, too!.

Legal Docs

bur_perflic2011.pdf - A copy of the Performance License for Beneath the Upper Room.  By presenting the show to an audience, you accept the terms of the License.
bur_legal1.pdf - A short list of the more important items in the Performance License (contract) that you agreed to in your Performance Application.
bur_cdnote1.pdf - A copy of our CD policy that is sent with the CD version of our Performance Packet.

Production Docs

dir_lounge.pdf - The Director's Lounge is an area on our website exclusively for those who are currently involved in producing Beneath the Upper Room.  You'll find lots of articles, tips and help!
bur_floorplan.pdf - Floorplan graphic of the suggested design for Beneath the Upper Room. 
audform.pdf - A sample audition form that you can use as an example
bur_audflyer1.pdf - A sample audition notice that you can use as an example
bur_pakcdnote1.pdf - A page similar to this one that lists all the files found on the Performance Packet CD
bur_prog.pdf - A sample program/bulletin for your performance of Beneath the Upper Room that you can use as an example
easterloc1.pdf - the web address for the page that describes how the date of Easter is determined each year.
kmrinterview1.pdf - An interview with Kevin M Reese, the playwright.
recipes.pdf - A collection of authentic Seder recipes.

PowerPoint File

Original Production Pre-Show PowerPoint - A slide show presentation in Microsoft PowerPoint format that you can use or edit. NOTE: You must have PowerPoint (or similar program compatible with PP) installed on your computer to open this file. PowerPoint is not included in the Performance Packet.

Video

Original Production Video {link removed} - A low-resolution video of the original production.  This allows you to see how the script first played under the direction of the playwright.  It's also a handy tool for tracking props and character entrances & Exits.

Extra

aramaic.pdf - Pronunciation guide to The Lord's Prayer in his native tongue of Aramaic.

Help

 

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The files provided in the Performance Packet are fully protected by US and International Copyright Laws. The possesion and use of these files are allowed only with a valid Performance License and payment of the associated fees and royalty.