- Effective January 1, 2000 the Head First Foundation has changed its policy for scheduling shows. For the past decade, the Head First Foundation has been able to offer shows to elementary schools across the country free of charge. Unfortunately, the Foundation is no longer in a financial position to do this. We need the help of the schools and their communities to defray some of the cost. Therefore, a minimum donation is required in order to book a Head First Show.
The donation requirements are as follows:- Schools with an enrollment exceeding 500 students will be required to make a minimum donation of $500.00 plus $1.00 for every child over 500. (Example: a school with 683 students would be required to make a minimum donation of $683.00).
- Schools needing two shows would be required to make an additional donation of $250.00
- Please note all donations are tax deductible.
- We encourage you to involve your corporate community to underwrite the required donation.
- Prior to the show date all students must view the "Ready to Go" video (7 minutes). This video serves as an introduction to Doug and HIP-D. Doug will ask questions about the video during his show and give away "stuff" for correct answers. Please show the video 24-48 hours before the show. It is imperative each child sees the video. Failure to show the video will necessitate rescheduling the show.
- Shows last approximately 50 minutes. At the conclusion of the show Doug and HIP-D like to shake hands with each student as they exit the assembly area. 650 students take on average 10-12 minutes to exit. Teachers are asked for assistance in keeping the line moving.
- The assembly area must be vacant for a total of 5 hours. Requirements: 2.5 hours setup, 1 hour show time and 1.5 hours breakdown. Set up crew will arrive at the school 3 hours before show time.
- Due to light sensitive projection equipment assembly area must be dark like a movie theatre. All windows, skylights, doors, etc., must be covered. If unable to cover any such areas please notify Head First immediately to cancel show.
- Head First will provide all necessary lighting, audio and visual equipment.
- The Head First set and staging area dimensions are 40 feet across and 15 feet deep. Due to the size of the set and Doug's interaction with the kids the set will be on floor level. The students will be seated on the floor approximately 25 feet from the wall behind the Head First set. If assembly area is a gymnasium with a basketball court the front row usually begins at the top of the key. There is flexibility within the set design. Discuss special needs or concerns with a Head First representative prior to scheduling a show.
- Each student will receive Head First "Stuff" to include: Brochure, Poster, Promise Form. The school is responsible for counting and handing out the materials. Please try to make sure the "stuff" goes home the same day as the show.
- Posters of HIP-D will be sent to the school to promote the Head First Show. Please display the posters prominently. Each school is encouraged to create enthusiasm surrounding the show. Be creative, have fun with it. It always makes for a better show when the students are prepared and excited to see Doug and HIP-D.
- Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend.
- Video taping the show is permitted and students may bring cameras. Flash pictures may be taken at any time during the show.