Code of Conduct
This Code of Conduct helps us create a space where everyone feels safe, respected, and excited to collaborate.
Our Goal
ETC is built on creativity, respect, and teamwork. Everyone involved is expected to contribute to a positive, inclusive environment by being respectful, responsible, and supportive.
What We Expect
• Treat everyone with kindness, respect, and fairness
• Be collaborative, reliable, and prepared
• Follow direction from directors and leaders
• Respect spaces, costumes, props, and equipment
• Communicate openly and respectfully
• Help create a welcoming environment
Rehearsals & Performances
• Be on time and ready
• Stay focused and supportive
• Follow theatre etiquette and safety guidelines
• Respect belongings and boundaries
• Only be in permitted areas
Safety & Respect
All participants of Ellipse Theatre Community productions and programs are expected to respect the rights, dignity and worth of others regardless of gender, sexual orientation/identification, ability/talents, cultural background, age, size, religion or any physical or psychological disabilities. ETC has a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination. Discrimination is any behavior or practice which reflects an assumption of superiority of one group or individual over another or
disadvantages people based on real or perceived membership of a group. This includes behavior as less favorable treatment, unfair exclusion and asking discriminatory questions.
ETC will not tolerate sexual harassment or inappropriate sexual conduct of any type. Sexual harassment is any unwanted, unwelcomed or uninvited behavior of a sexual nature which makes a person feel uncomfortable, humiliated, intimidated or offended. Any sexual/coarse joking, purposeful physical exposure or inappropriate touching of any volunteer under the age of 18 will be interpreted as sexual harassment by the perpetrator and are grounds for immediate dismissal and exclusion from all activities of the theatre troupe with the possibility of criminal charges.
Bullying will not be tolerated. Examples included but are not limited to aggressive behavior, threats of assault to person or property, rude or demeaning comments whether in person or online, using aggressive body language or gestures, or other purposeful actions or words that are intended to intimidate or diminish others. If anyone feels they have been discriminated, bullied or harassed in any way they should immediately contact the Director of the production or a member of The Board of ETC for immediate and confidential assistance.
Health & Responsibility
• Follow safety instructions
• No drugs or impairment during activities
• Help keep spaces clean and safe
If Issues Come Up
We encourage open communication.
Concerns will be handled respectfully and confidentially.