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Survey: Smoke and haze in theatrical productions

Dear colleague,

Dutch National Opera & Ballet requests your input on the subject of smoke and/or haze.

We'd like to consult you on the use of smoke and haze in your productions, focusing mostly on physical effects on artists on stage. If you could share with us the experience you have with this in your theatre, we would be very grateful.

Please take a few minutes to complete the following survey.

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SMOKE and HAZE in theatrical productions
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Please fill out: Your name and e-mail address. For which theatre or company do you work? And what is your position in the company?

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Firstly, questions on the use of oil-based HAZE (f.e. Pea Soup Phantom, MDG Atmosphere, Reel FX DF50): Are there any complaints (from artists or others working in or with the haze) about the use of haze in productions?

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If applicable: Which group(s) of colleagues complain about the use of HAZE in your theatre?

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If applicable: What is the nature of these complaints?

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If applicable: Do these complaints (sometimes) lead to absences or sick leave?

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If applicable: How are these complaints followed up by the organization? Have any measures been taken after the complaints? If so, please give some examples.

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If applicable: Have you executed or ordered any research into the use of HAZE and related health complaints? If so, by which company? Would you be willing to share conclusions and actions that followed with us?

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What brands and types of HAZE machines are used in your theatre?

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What conditions/restrictions are imposed on the use of the HAZE machines?

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Are there maximum concentrations for the use of HAZE on stage? And if so, how are these determined?

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If applicable: do you monitor maximum concentrations of HAZE during rehearsals or performances, and if yes: how?

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Secondly: Questions related to the use of glycol/glycerin based SMOKE (e.g. Smoke factory captain, tiny fogger etc.): Are there any complaints (from artists or others working in or with the smoke) about the use of SMOKE in your theatre?

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If applicable: Which group(s) of colleagues complain about the use of SMOKE in your theatre?

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If applicable: What is the nature of these complaints?

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If applicable: Do these complaints (sometimes) lead to absences or sick leave?

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If applicable: How are these complaints followed up by the organization? Have any measures been taken after the complaints? If so, please give some examples.

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If applicable: Have you executed or ordered any research into the use of SMOKE and related health complaints? If so, by which company? Would you be willing to share conclusions and actions that followed with us?

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What brands and types of SMOKE machines are used in your company?

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What conditions/restrictions are imposed on the use of the SMOKE machines?

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Are there maximum concentrations for the use of SMOKE on stage? And if so, how are these determined?

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If applicable: do you monitor maximum concentrations of SMOKE during rehearsals or performances, and if yes: how?

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Is there anything else you would like to share with us about the use of SMOKE and/or HAZE in your theatre or company? Would you like us to keep in touch with you on this subject and exchange experiences?

Thank you for your time and your feedback.
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