Say Something is our recurring short-form open-performance event currently held at CitySpace in Easthampton, MA!

Whether it be a monologue or scene from a work that they really want to perform, a story they want to tell, a piece from something they’ve written, or something new entirely, we’re looking forward to welcoming all of these stories and performers to the stage, and we’re excited to provide performers the space to “say something!”

Performing things that speak to us and expressing things to others is a big part of Why’s It Gotta Be? Theater Group’s mission. Creating recurring space for performers to perform anything they want to regardless of gender, age, or genre allows us - and performers - to do just that outside of traditional production timeframes.

At this time - anything!

Whether there be a monologue or scene from a work that you want to perform, a story you want to tell, a piece from something you’ve written that you’d like to showcase, or something new entirely you’d like to share, all that we ask is that you come prepared to do so!

Previous performances include:

• Original monologues and scenes

• Original character monologues and scenes

• Monologues and scenes from existing works

• Character moments from existing works

• Reality TV confessionals

• Iconic viral moments

Performers are encouraged to select a monologue or scene regardless of gender, age, or genre.

If you’re still wondering about what you’d like to perform, please contact admin@wigbtheater.org - we’re happy to field curiosities!

Per WIGB bylaws:

“Generative AI content shall not be utilized in any capacity whatsoever in any WIGB event or production. If generative AI content is discovered to have been utilized in or to promote any Why's It Gotta Be? Theater Group production or business, said content shall be taken down and / or erased immediately. Unauthorized use of generative AI content may be grounds for removal from any Why's It Gotta Be? Theater Group production team(s) and / or the Why's It Gotta Be? Theater Group Board of Directors.”

Registrants are encouraged to submit a video, audio recording, or text sample of the work they intend to perform when registering - samples may be informal.

We politely ask that work be kept under 10 minutes to allow space for a variety of interested performers.

While preparation is expected and memorization is encouraged in most cases, memorization is not required.

We will select up to ~16-18 pieces to be performed at Say Something! events.

The earlier registrant may perform the piece - the latter registrant will be notified and asked to select a different piece, or to perform the piece at a future Say Something!

Rehearsals for Say Something! will be held on an event-by-event basis - similar to open mics, not all Say Something! events will have rehearsal time.

Please check the current registration listing for upcoming information.

Of course!

While we encourage performance and storytelling rather than straight stand-up, please feel free to interact with your audience how you feel best supports your work!

Performers may bring any props they would like for their performance. Please advise the production team of any props that may appear immediately dangerous. Props appearing immediately dangerous may be subject to safety checks prior to the performance.

Performers may bring any costuming they would like for their performance.

Barring perhaps a chair, a small table, or something similar, there will be no space allocated for set changes.

Photos of the space can be found at CitySpace’s website.

Performers will be given a tour of the performance space upon arrival.

Performers should advise the Lead Event Coordinator of any special entrance requests (i.e. side door, main door, from the audience) prior to the performance.

Performers looking to use sound during their performance are expected to provide complete sound files, a script, and sound cues to the Lead Event Coordinator prior to the performance.

At this time, there will be no use of microphones during the performance - performers are expected to project their voices.

Call time for Say Something! is 60 minutes prior to the performance.

Should you anticipate a late arrival for call time, please make note when registering and / or advise the Lead Event Coordinator.

Per WIGB’s Production and Event Safety, Understanding, and Expectations:

“Unless specified otherwise, no stipends will be available for any WIGB designated cast, production team members, or event staff - all revenue from events and performances will go toward funding future WIGB events, performances, and operations; and toward working toward our long-term goal of providing stipends to individuals.”

Per WIGB Bylaws, all WIGB designated cast, production team members, and event staff must sign all relevant WIGB policies and agreements prior to beginning work on any WIGB event. At this time, this includes:

• WIGB-1 (Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Policy)

• WIGB-2 (Drug and Alcohol Policy)

• WIGB-3 (Production and Event Safety, Understanding, and Expectations)

An optional Consent to Use of Image and Likeness form is also provided for consent to publish any photos taken by WIGB during the event.

Policies will be provided upon arrival. Failure to comply will result in exclusion from working on any WIGB production or event until compliance is met.

Please visit www.wigbtheater.org/policies if you would like to view these policies.