Chaos Bloom Indie Group Content Policy
I understand that by performing at Chaos Bloom I agree to keep my content to the top of my integrity. If the house manager feels that content is inappropriate at anytime during a performance they will pull lights. If our staff witnesses problematic behavior, on or off stage, we have two approaches depending on the content. Initially groups will be “called in” to discuss intentions and reasons why the content can be viewed as problematic. If we can see that a group or performer has cognitive negative intentions the lights will be pulled immediately and the group will not be invited to perform again. Our goal is to assume good intentions until proven otherwise. This means we prefer to call people in but will not tolerate hate speech of any kind.
We understand that every group has different boundaries and that each group dynamic is different. Group mind and trust is something we love to see but groups must remember that is built over time. If you’re involved in a Jam please respect everyone's physical boundaries and remember trust has not been established with these folx. Have fun, get weird, and create comedy.
This policy is in place so groups understand how we will approach any issues with content that we see on stage. Everything will be handled as a case by case basis and given our full attention.
Chaos Bloom Student Policy
Safety and Sexual Harassment
The Chaos Bloom Theater is an all inclusive theater, we take student and performer safety very seriously. We will not tolerate any blatant discrimination, harassment, or violence of any kind, on or off-stage. We encourage students and performers to play to the top of their intelligence. As a result, we have a 1 strike policy against non-malicious but unnecessary content related to racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. Your classmates are your friends and your ensemble so treat them with kindness and care. It’s much easier to lift someone up then it is to push them down.
If you ever feel uncomfortable or threatened in any way, please report it to your instructor. If you do not feel comfortable reporting it to your instructor, please report it to Amey Goerlich, our training center director, co-creative director and co-owner of the Theater (amey@chaosbloom.com) she will respond to the incident in a timely and serious manner. Ultimately we want you to feel safe and have fun so we take all questions, comments and inquiries very seriously and we will have your back. You can also email a third party that is not an owner at feedback@chaosbloom.com (Please Be Cool Everyone!)
Student/Performer Bill of Rights
You have the right to set boundaries regarding physical contact. You have the right to dictate what kind of physical touch you receive.
You have the right to excuse yourself from any scene or exercise that makes you uncomfortable. No explanation necessary.
Please inform your teacher or the training center director Amey Goerlich (amey@chasobloom.com) of anything you want them to know ahead of time such as physical or emotional conditions that might make playing certain games difficult or uncomfortably challenging.
You have the right and are encouraged to speak to our training center director regarding behavior by any person that you feel infringes on your rights.
You may contact amey goerlich our training center director, co-creative director and Co-Owner of the theater about anything at all. She will be available to have one on one conversations from 6-6:30pm before your class each week. If that time does not work for you she will make arrangements to talk to you at another time.
At Chaos Bloom we thrive on igniting imaginations to have fun, get weird, and make belly aching comedy for our audiences and improv & sketch community. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us continue to grow and innovate.
Whether you are a recent student, community improvisor & sketch comedy creator, or member of our esteemed house teams, we invite you to share your thoughts, reflections, and suggestions with us.
Your comfort and confidentiality are paramount to us as we strive to cultivate an environment where honesty thrives. Be assured, your feedback is handled with care and triaged through a trusted third party.
Drop us a line at feedback@chaosbloomtheater.com and let your voice be heard!
Together, let's nurture the seeds of creativity and watch our chaos bloom into something extraordinary.