How we work

Comfortable spaces make creative freedom and excellence possible.

Our approach

Safety is the foundation of extraordinary performance

Rc-Annie has always believed that to be creative, a company needs the freedom and safety of a non-judgemental, non-biased and non-exploitative environment. The first day can be nerve-wracking; everyone wants to find their place in the room. We help you set up a rehearsal space that is open, honest, supportive and boundaried – where everyone can work at their best.

We help you set up your rehearsal room as an open, honest, supportive and boundaried space.

Our process

From first read-through to final performance.

Practical, responsive support at every point in a production, on stage and on camera.

Before Rehearsal

Read the script and meet with the Director
Create a dynamic risk assessment
Liaise with Creatives and Heads of Department to get on the same page
Send out appropriate paperwork and guidance such as nudity riders

In the Room

Boundaries and Consent
De-role preparation
Gun consultation
Create unique choreography especially for the performers concerned
Work with Stage Managers to establish fight call rehearsals and create “Plan B”s
Attend Tech to see the work with full production elements
Watch Dress or Preview before we deliver the final risk assessment/action manifest

During the Run

De-roling
Read show and fight reports
Support the Fight/Intimacy Captain in regular communication
Return for understudy and recast rehearsals

During filming

Support the process with dynamic risk assessing and in situ choreography adaptions for camera
Collaborate with Director and DOP on storytelling
Regular check-ins with Performers on set
Liase with Script Supervisor on final edit and shot choices
Post shoot debrief