Jubilee!: television documentary script for Showchange with Shirley Maclaine

SHOWCHANGE 9/1/80 with Shirley MacLaine produced by David Hamilton producer director Scott Devitte ?╟úJubilee" M.G.M. Hotel Las Vegas, Nev. 3056 Ocotillo Court ?╟≤ Las Vegas, Nevada 89121 ?╟≤ (702) 457-5408 SHOWCHANGE SHOWCHANGE is a ninety minute documentary style special, produced for cable television release. Filmed entirely on location in and around the Las Vegas M.G.M. Hotel, SHOWCHANGE follows from the closing night performance of "Halleluiah Hollywood", through the creation and construction leading to the opening of "Jubilee". Hosted by a celebrity of stage and screen, we explore the talents of the artists, performers, creators and crafts- men, being brought together to create one of the greatest stage spectaculars of all time. Covering a period of several months, our camera shows the events and experiences leading to opening night, when a bare stage transforms to a dazzling extravaganza, when a SHOWCHANGE occurs. 3056 Ocotlllo Court ?╟≤ Las Vegas, Nevada 89121 *(702)457-5408 Las Vegas has long been known as the entertainment capital of the world, and one of the most lavish and successful pro- duction shows to appear there has-been "Hallelujah Hollywood". This Donn Arden creation is a celebration of the glory days of the M.G.M. film musicals. After appearing before millions, the award winning show will close, making way for a new edition, "Jubilee". This period of change, involving a massive amount of manpower and material in a race with time, is the subject of our film, SHOWCHANGE. SHOWCHANGE follows not only the obvious changes, such as sets and music, but looks deeply into the lives and talents of those in front, as well as behind the stage curtain. The film interweaves two ideas, the life of the show and life of the person working within it. With host Shirley MacLaine, actress, singer and dancer, we seek out and define moments of change. From the construction and technology involved in building the enormous stage sets, to the conditioning and training required to be a performer, we are hunting for the elements that animate themselves into a show. The following is a tenative list of characters. contd. 3056 Ocotlllo Court * Las Vegas, Nevada 89121 ?╟≤ (702) 457-5408 Donn Arden, producer director, of "Jubilee". As producer and director Mr. Arden is both technically and I artistically responsible for all aspects of the production. , Fluff LeCoque, company manager, of "Jubilee". Responsible in keeping the level of performance at its best for the run of the show. Bill DeAngelis, executive producer, "Jubilee". Ultimately responsible for each phase of the production. Georgia McClennan, nude dancer, "Hallelujah Hollywood". Paralyzed from the neck down after a car accident, devoted her- self to making a full recovery thru her will to dance. Marlene Vincenti, .lead dancer, "Hallelujah Hollywood". Original cast member as lead dancer, as chosen to change her career direction and become production singer. Gary Marshall, principal singer for "Jubilee". After a years absence will return to the new show as singer, examining his ambition for leaving and returning. Boy and Girl dancer, as yet unchosen, their training, ambitions and lifestyles. Robin Renee, youngest cast member of "Hallelujah Hollywood". Robin has been appearing in production shows.since age fifteen. 3056 Ocotillo Court ?╟≤ Las Vegas, Nevada 89121 ?╟≤ (702) 457-5408 iwcers Media Associates SUPPORTIVE CHARACTERS Choreographer Line Captain ?╜ Costume Designer Head Wardrobe Set Designer Lighting Director Head Electrician Stage Manager Head Carpenter Animal Trainer 3056 Ocotillo Court ?╟≤ Las Vegas, Nevada 89121 *(702)457-5408 TENATIVE RUNDOWN OPENING MONTAGE ' Begining at two minute call OPENING MONOLGUE 1 Host CAST AND CREW Preparing for last show CLOSING NIGHT HALLELUJAH HOLLYWOOD Interworkings of the show CAST PARTY Celebration and sorrow SET CONSTRUCTION New show REHEARSALS page 2 DEVELOPMENT OP CHARACTER #1 DEVELOPMENT OP CHARACTER 1 #2 DEVELOPMENT OF CHARACTER #3 DEVELOPMENT OP CHARACTER HALF HOUR CALL OPENING NIGHT HOLLYWOOD JUBILEE preparation CLOSING MONTAGE Two minute call build, to curtain GOODBYS Host CREDITS OVER STILL MONTAGE OP CHARACTERS ON STAGE IN NEW SHOW Since our film is about the elements and people involved in the show and not the show itself, the following prequisite must be followed as to not disturb the performance or natural feeling backstage. 1. At no time during the show will our camera film in front of the stage procedium or be seen by the audience. 2. All filming whether on stage or in the rehearsal hall,-will be formost inconspicuous, as to not interfere or draw attention to our camera. 3. Only performers and crew members who have previously consented in writing will be filmed. 4-. Filming on stage during the show will be with existing lights. (Only under extreme conditions will a small light mounted on the camera be used and then only when filming in stage areas not seen by the audience.) 5. No lights or filming will take place in stage areas where animals are present. (With exception to prearranged shots with the trainer. Such as filming in the corridor leading to backstage.) 6. Any filming requiring staging will not take place during shows or rehearsals. contd. 3056 Ocotillo Court ?╟≤ Las Vegas, Nevada 89121 ?╟≤ (702) 457-5408 m k? Vsk-fF SL^ 1st &ju |Sy/m_v l :sm No sound recordings other than background ambience will be recorded without conscent of the Musicians Union. Filming in dressing rooms will be with the concent of all persons present^ and only during break periods as not to disturb the actual performance. The film crew will be kept at a minimum with only working members allowed in backstage areas. (Usually two people, cameraman and soundman.) Producers Media Associates will acquire adequate insurance and will assume responsibility for injuries that may occur to our crew during filming. 3056 Ocotlllo Court ?╟≤ Las Vegas, Nevada 89121 ?╟≤ (702) 457-5408 SHOOTING SCHEDULE (first phase) Wed. Oct. 1 light booth X?╟╓hr. call 400 ft backstage 2 shows 1,600 ft coffee shop between shows 800 ft (view dailies Sat. 4th) Sat. Oct. 4 backstage wings 3 shows 3,200 ft (view dailies Tue. 7"th) Tue. Oct. 7 backstage wings 2 shows 2,200 ft (view dailies Pri. 10th) Pri. Oct. 10 dressing rooms 2 shows 2,600 ft Sat. Oct. 11 flyrail 1 show 800 ft button station 1 show 800 ft cue-caller 1 show 800 ft Sun. Oct. 12 pick-up 2 shows 1,200 ft closing night party 3,600 ft (Two camera crews for closing night) REHEARSAL SHOOTING LIST (second phase) jpl ?√ß Scenery construction studio * 2 days 2,400 ft. Scenery storage area M.G.M. | day 200 ft. Musicians pit, soundbooth % day 200 ft. Audio recording studio 1 day f\> o o o ft. Rehearsals 10 days 10,000 ft. Show offices 1 day 1,200 ft. Main characters 3 days ro o o ft. Animal trainer 1 day 800 ft. Staged camera talent 1 day 3,600 ft. sub-total 21,600 ft. show footage 18,600 ft. additional footage 9,800 ft. total footage 50,000 ft Producers Media Associates PRODUCTION STAFF DAVID HAMILTON PRODUCER 702-1+57-51+08 SCOTT DEVITTE PRODUCER DIRECTOR 702-7361+802 robin jenkens production secretary 702-1+56-0791 JEFF RUSSO ASSOC. PRODUCER 213-552-3112 HALPERIN AND HALPERIN 213-552-1161+ STEVE GERBER WRITER 213-8I+3-30I+O SKIP SCHOOLINK 'EDITOR 213-369-1686 CHRIS BEX SOUND 702-878-8953 BRENT PRICE MUSICAL DIRECTOR 702-878-2661 3056 Ocotillo Court?? Las Vegas, Mevada 89121 ?╟≤ (702) 457-5408