• I am willing to continue the development of my winning script.
• I will be open to any and all criticism, particularly that of my instructor(s) and the New Voices staff.
• I will write every day and do re-writes based on discussion with my instructor(s) and New Voices staff.
• I also agree, if requested by the Playwright-In-Residence, to bring a second project with me (in addition to the winning play) that I will write and work on while I'm here. This can be a play already started or an idea in development - or just a concept.
• I understand if I do not fulfill any part of the above listed commitments, New Voices reserves the right to pull my play from the Festival of New Works.

• I will participate in all classes, workshops, rehearsals, and seminars. I will also participate in any other activity, play, meal, or other opportunity for the residency.
• I will complete, on time, all assignments from the instructors and New Voices staff.
• I will abide by each daily schedule and arrive promptly at all scheduled call times.
• I will allow my image to be used in promotional materials and I will participate in any publicity events and media interviews.
• I understand that this is a full-time commitment from 11am on June 21 to noon on July 12, 2009 and agree to remain at New Voices for the entire residency. (Participants may be released for family or medical emergencies only. In such cases residents must have prior approval from the New Voices administrative staff.) Residents who agree to attend the New Voices summer residency agree to remain with the program for the entire residency.

• I will not use, possess or tolerate during the run of the workshop (June 21- July 12, 2009), any alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs or other substances. I understand that the Code of Virginia strictly prohibits possession or use of tobacco products, possession or use of alcoholic beverages (including 3.2 beer), and possession or use of non-prescriptive narcotic drugs (§4.1-305, 18.2-248, and 18.2-371.2 Code of Virginia.)
• If I am over 18 and a smoker, I will smoke only in designated areas as assigned by the New Voices staff. I will also refrain from smoking when requested at any time.
• If I am found using or possessing any of these items, I understand it is grounds for immediate dismissal.

• I will not have members of the opposite sex in my room with the doors closed.
• I understand the only appropriate displays of affection are hugging or holding hands. Anything else is inappropriate and may result in dismissal.
• I will respect the other New Voices students and staff members.

•  I will wear appropriate attire during the New Voices program. I have read the suggested attire in the "What to Bring" section under "Clothing."
• I agree that I will maintain a respectable appearance and personal hygiene.

• During the scheduled personal/free time, my RA and other staff will know where I will be, and if required, I will remain in the company of my chaperone.

• I understand the evening curfew means that from that time, I will remain in my room until the next morning's call time, unless specific arrangements have been made with my Resident Advisor (RA). If I have any problems during the night, I will contact an RA immediately.

• I understand that I am responsible for the care and preservation of my room and the contents therein. I will take all precautions to prevent any damages to my room or its contents.
• I will respect the property of VCU and SPARC as well as any other facility we may use.
• However, if I cause damage to any space, I am responsible to make retribution. Intentional damage to property utilized during New Voices may be grounds for immediate dismissal.

• I understand that stealing, lying, and cheating are intolerable under any circumstances and will result in immediate dismissal.
• I will respect the need for privacy and the personal property of other program participants.

• I will abide by all rules designed for my safety; in particular, I will NEVER walk around after dark unchaperoned.
• I will keep my room key with me at all times, locking my room when I am not there. I am fully responsible for my personal belongings.

• I understand that I am not allowed to bring weapons or look-alikes to New Voices. If found with these items it is grounds for immediate dismissal. (Laser pointers are included in this ban.)

• During the residency, I am not allowed to use the following: roller blades, skateboards, bicycles, motorcycles, cars, or other vehicles.
• I will not ride in a vehicle unless accompanied by my parent(s) or by staff member(s) of New Voices.

•  I understand that the New Voices residency schedule is very full and that visits from non-participants will be prohibited. My family may visit at a prearranged time and my friends may attend this visit.
• I will schedule any visits with the RAs.

• If given the opportunity to swim in any pool, I will not swim without an RA present. There will be no running, horseplay or food and beverages near the pool. I take responsibility for my own swimming capabilities.

• I may bring a cellular telephone to the residency to keep in touch with my family. I agree to leave the phone in my dorm room or "Off" at all times unless in my dormitory room. I will not use the phone during any group New Voices session (including - and not limited to - classes, riding in the van/car, walking to and from classes, meals, and all activities.) I will abide by any cell phone rules established by the New Voices staff. I understand that my cell phone may be taken from me at any time to be returned at the close of the program.

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