Info on Cadets Props

[Michael]

From YEA.COM:

Already delivered to the corps are 16 large wood benches and 20 8 X 10 foot panel frames that will be used to mount digitally imaged fabric. The frames will pivot to reveal scenes during segments of the show.

That was the easy part. The remainder of the job is more challenging, he (Jeff Hurr) admits. Prototype for a flagpole possibly never before seen in the industry are under construction. It will hold a double flag, Hurr said, not wanting to reveal anything more. The request comes from the Cadets color guard caption supervisor Jonathan Schwartz, with whom Hurr confers with on the project.

Just creating the pieces and props isn't the only challenge, Hurr admits, especially in the case of the Cadets, where 37 props, many of which are large, must be transported and assembled quickly. The logistics must be taken into consideration.

"This is always one of the primary issues," Hurr said. "It will take an experienced crew to assemble these large pieces in a matter of minutes."

Once assembled, moving the props to the field will require a large crew, according to Hurr. In response, the Cadets' administration team is seeking applicants to work on the prop crew for the summer tour. So far, seven people will travel with the corps to assist in the process, according to Cadets Director George Hopkins. But there is still plenty to get a handle on, he adds.

"What will fit in a truck? What will not? It is still a matter of concern and confusion. But, it will be figured out," said Hopkins.

The 2006 show is heavier in the volume of props than that of any past Cadets' production. The 1996 show included 10 20-foot high blue, rolling screens, Hopkins said.

Is it all too much as many critics might claim? Not at all, according to Hopkins, who said using props allows for another level of creativity.

"Not only is the program about visual design but the interaction of the objects within the drill becomes integral to the composition," Hopkins said. In addition, paintings, digital reproductions and other visual imagery allows for a deeper level of communication."

[Maestro767]

"Not only is the program about visual design but the interaction of the objects within the drill becomes integral to the composition," Hopkins said. In addition, paintings, digital reproductions and other visual imagery allows for a deeper level of communication."

And apparently, so does singing for the first minute of the show!

[dbc03]

And apparently, so does singing for the first minute of the show!

Yep, it can be argued that that is the case. Thanks for trying to turn another Cadets thread into an amps debate though ^OO^

[IllianaLancerContra]

From YEA.COM:

Already delivered to the corps are 16 large wood benches and 20 8 X 10 foot panel frames that will be used to mount digitally imaged fabric. The frames will pivot to reveal scenes during segments of the show.

That was the easy part. The remainder of the job is more challenging, he (Jeff Hurr) admits. Prototype for a flagpole possibly never before seen in the industry are under construction. It will hold a double flag, Hurr said, not wanting to reveal anything more. The request comes from the Cadets color guard caption supervisor Jonathan Schwartz, with whom Hurr confers with on the project.

Just creating the pieces and props isn't the only challenge, Hurr admits, especially in the case of the Cadets, where 37 props, many of which are large, must be transported and assembled quickly. The logistics must be taken into consideration.

"This is always one of the primary issues," Hurr said. "It will take an experienced crew to assemble these large pieces in a matter of minutes."

Once assembled, moving the props to the field will require a large crew, according to Hurr. In response, the Cadets' administration team is seeking applicants to work on the prop crew for the summer tour. So far, seven people will travel with the corps to assist in the process, according to Cadets Director George Hopkins. But there is still plenty to get a handle on, he adds.

"What will fit in a truck? What will not? It is still a matter of concern and confusion. But, it will be figured out," said Hopkins.

The 2006 show is heavier in the volume of props than that of any past Cadets' production. The 1996 show included 10 20-foot high blue, rolling screens, Hopkins said.

Is it all too much as many critics might claim? Not at all, according to Hopkins, who said using props allows for another level of creativity.

"Not only is the program about visual design but the interaction of the objects within the drill becomes integral to the composition," Hopkins said. In addition, paintings, digital reproductions and other visual imagery allows for a deeper level of communication."

Sweet Fancy Moses

[MikeD]

And apparently, so does singing for the first minute of the show!

Yes, you are absolutely correct. Glad you recognize that.

^0^

[MaxwellNotes]

Sweet Fancy Moses

thanks for making me laugh!!! :P

[mellos]

All I can say is, GO CADETS!!! I can't wait to see yournew level of creativity.

This show is going to change the activity.

[festive]

This show is going to change the activity.

In what way?

I'm looking forward to seeing the Cadets, as I am every year. But this might be an overstatement. Can you explain?

[CloudFuel]

They've already changed the activity... I'm pretty happy with the way it is now.. don't know if we really NEED another change.. don't want to thin the lines between DCI & BOA any more.

[Maestro767]

Yep, it can be argued that that is the case. Thanks for trying to turn another Cadets thread into an amps debate though ^OO^

I've got no problem with amps in the pit.

Singing for the first minute of the show, however... <**>