Being involved in theatre is rewarding, but there are several harsh truths you must learn along the way. If you understand these points, you'll be able to make it through the run of the show.

1. Respect the Production Team.

These are the people with the power to take in your costumes, to mute your mic, to take out your spotlight and to make sure you're never cast in another show in the area.

2. Stage Managers are gods.

They use a "God Mic" for a reason. They are in charge of starting the show and keeping the show running. Be nice to them. They do a lot for you.

3. Go big or go home.

It's easier for directors to pull you back than it is for them to push you forward. Give the director something to work with--go big. They will pull you back and tell you if they would rather you approach a scene differently.

4. Project onstage. Be silent backstage.

You get used to talking loud onstage, so you have to remind yourself to be silent when you're offstage. It's not easy, but it's necessary. No one wants to hear "On My Own" featuring the entire cast backstage. And don't forget to walk silently too. Tap shoes can be heard for miles.

5. Bring the right shoes.

No, you shouldn't dance in sandals. No, you shouldn't dance with no shoes. No, you shouldn't dance in stilettos. Be good to your feet.

6. Drink water. Eat healthily.

Your body is your portfolio. Take care of it. It'll be good for you and for the whole cast for you to be as healthy as you can.

7. Bring bobby pins. And hairspray. And more bobby pins.

You too, men. We're talking theatre necessities here.

8. You can never have too much blush.

Yes, you too, men. You will look like a ghost if you are not wearing it. You are not excluded. Unless you are playing a ghost, I guess.

9. Get used to dressing and undressing in front of your people.

Modesty has no place in the theatre. You don't have time when you have a 30 second full costume change during a single blackout.

10. Hang up your costumes.

There comes a point in a dresser or costumer's life where they will just let you have wrinkled costumes if you don't hang them up. That's your fault. Just hang it up properly. It takes two seconds.

11. Your periods will sync.

"Ugh, I'm on my period." "ME TOO!" "YES! ME TOO."

12. Don't touch props that aren't yours.

How would you feel if someone lost or messed up your prop and it's essential to your scene coming up? Right. Put that down.

13. Watch the music director.

If you're in a musical, it's crucial that you watch the music director for your cutoffs. You will sound stupid if you hold the note when everyone else has stopped singing. Save everyone the trouble and watch the music director.

14. Tech week: bring caffeine, water and snacks.

You will be there a while. Bring these essentials along with patience and motivation.

15. You're a family.

You'll be seeing a lot of your cast and crew members. Get to know them and appreciate them. You're all there for the same reason: a passion and love for theatre. Have fun and enjoy the experiences with your theatre family.

So, there you have it! If you've ever been invovled in a theatrical production, you'll understand these points, and if you haven't, start taking notes!