Current Events Theater Checklist

• Audio/Visual Equipment
  • Projector + Power cord
  • DVD Player
  • Stereo Amplifier
  • Speakers
  • Extension Speaker Cables (1/4" phono extensions, 25 ft)
  • S-Video Cable
  • Audio RCA to 1/4" Phono cables (pair)
  • Power extension cord and power strip or three-way outlet.
  • Two milk crates and drape to put projector on.
  • Tape to secure cables for safety.
  • Black-out drapes

• DVD to be shown (Very important!)

• Administration
  • Invites for current video (hand out in lobby)
  • Sign-in sheet
  • Club Brochures
  • Invites for the next video
  • Banner
  • Poster of current video
  • Easel for poster.
  • Club business cards
  • Donation Box

• Election Materials
  • Voter Registration Forms
  • Voter Guides
  • Other election promo materials

• Refreshments
  • Water bottles, two cases per screening
  • Popcorn, cookies, etc.

• Setup Procedure
  • Place easel outside facility prior to doors opening. (No soliciting!)
  • Reposition easel inside the doors and just as you walk into the library after it opens.

• • Task 1: Speakers/wires
    • Two tables at front of room and set speakers on them.
    • Drape wires from speakers down center isle
    • Install extension speaker cables to the rear
    • Plug in speaker cables, note left/right.
    • Tape over wires to ensure no tripping.
  • Task 2: A/V
    • Amplifier and DVD player - Setup.
    • Set up Projector.
  • Task 3: Room
    • Install black-out curtains.
    • Membership (sign-in) Table in position.
    • Snack Table Setup.
    • Information table setup.
    • Chairs setup.

-- Raymond Lutz - 14 Oct 2006