The two main challenges of performing outdoors are weather and bugs.

Weather

  • BBTP does not perform in the rain.
  • BBTP performs mostly in the summer which can be very hot. Water is available at all venues and ice packs are available upon request
  • In May and September, low temperatures, though still well above freezing, can also be a challenge. Brown Box provides blankets, hand/foot warmers
  • In all cases of unideal temperatures, production staff take appropriate measures to keep actors out of the elements for as long as possible

Bugs

  • BBTP performs in urban and rural areas, parks, and along the waterfront. Often as the only source of light, our set up can be an attraction for insects of many varieties. BBTP does not stop shows due to insects unless they are a threat to the cast and crew. In the case that a threat is determined, we take a delay to turn off the lights to then resume once bugs have dispersed.
  • Talent should expect to set-up, breakdown, and perform in the presence of insects
  • BBTP provides bugspray