“But everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way.”
— 1 Corinthians 14:40
Production & Rehearsal Checklists
Purpose
Checklists create consistency, reduce stress, and protect against oversight.
They ensure that every role — from director to volunteer — begins each rehearsal or service ready, safe, and unified in purpose.
🎭 Rehearsal Readiness Checklist
| Task |
Responsibility |
Status |
| Room and stage area cleared |
Stage Manager / Tech Team |
☐ |
| Scripts, music, and cue sheets distributed |
Producer / Director |
☐ |
| Props and costumes set in place |
Props / Costume Teams |
☐ |
| Lighting and sound tested |
Tech Team |
☐ |
| Devotional material prepared |
Director / Ministry Lead |
☐ |
| Attendance confirmed |
Producer |
☐ |
| Prayer and opening remarks complete |
Director / Choral Director |
☐ |
🔊 Technical Setup Checklist
| Task |
Responsibility |
Status |
| All microphones tested and labeled |
Audio Lead |
☐ |
| Monitor and main speakers balanced |
Sound Engineer |
☐ |
| Lighting cues loaded and verified |
Lighting Operator |
☐ |
| Stage cables secured and taped |
Tech Crew |
☐ |
| Projector or slides tested |
Media Operator |
☐ |
| Backup batteries available |
Tech Team |
☐ |
| Power-off checklist posted backstage |
Stage Manager |
☐ |
| Task |
Responsibility |
Status |
| All team members signed in |
Producer |
☐ |
| Costumes and props inspected |
Costume / Props Leads |
☐ |
| Tech booth communication tested |
Tech Lead |
☐ |
| Cue books placed and labeled |
Stage Manager |
☐ |
| Pre-service prayer completed |
Director / Pastor |
☐ |
| Audience seating and safety confirmed |
Ushers / Hospitality |
☐ |
| Emergency exits clear |
Facilities Team |
☐ |
⚙️ Post-Performance Checklist
| Task |
Responsibility |
Status |
| Power down lighting and sound systems |
Tech Team |
☐ |
| Return and store all props |
Props Team |
☐ |
| Clean and reset stage area |
Volunteers / Facilities |
☐ |
| Collect unused scripts and materials |
Producer |
☐ |
| Debrief session and prayer |
Leadership Team |
☐ |
| Update change log if adjustments made |
Documentation Lead |
☐ |
💡 Ministry Focus
Preparation is an act of worship.
Checklists protect time, preserve peace, and honor those who serve — creating an orderly environment where the Spirit can move freely.