Preparation for. The Artist shall arrive at the first staging rehearsal for a production knowing by memory the music and text of the role for which the Artist has been engaged. All Chorus scores must be provided by the Engager. Canadian Opera Agreement 2016-2019 Page | 26 If an Artist is engaged to perform a work outside the standard repertoire for which the translation or vocal score is not readily available at retail outlets, then the Engager must provide the score at least eight (8) weeks prior to the beginning of the rehearsals. Except in the case of new works, the Engager shall notify the Artist of the language, translation, version, proposed cuts and dialogue, of each opera assigned at the time the COA Engagement Contract is signed. If not yet known, the Engager shall provide the Artist with all foregoing information at least six weeks prior to the first rehearsal of said opera. Failure to so notify shall render the following paragraph null and void. In the event that the Artist is inadequately prepared to rehearse and/or perform by reason of not knowing the text and music by memory of the role for which the Artist is engaged, following notification to Equity, the Engager may schedule special coaching outside rehearsal hours at the Artist's expense. Should the Artist remain inadequately prepared to rehearse and/or perform, after receiving coaching, the Engager may terminate the Artist's COA Engagement Contract, subject to the terms of Article 33:00.
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