What To Bring?

Preparing for 24-Hour Theatre requires an important decision. Will I leave the theater once I arrive? The question is not "Will I sleep?" Sleep is never the question. Sleep is the answer. I can't do 24-hours awake anymore, I'm not as young as I used to be. I'm not old, but I am old enough. I definitely can't perform after being awake for over 24-Hours. I will be sleeping, but will I leave the theater to do it?

Here's my problem with leaving the theater: Armageddon. Okay, not really. I don't expect Armageddon, the end of the world, to occur. However, there is a line from Armageddon, the 1998 disaster film, that I think is relevant: "Once they get off the rig, they scatter."

Once a group leaves the theater anything can happen. Not only are you spending time sleeping, you're spending time traveling back and forth. Then, at the theater, you're spending time waiting because there's no guarantee that everyone will arrive on time. Missed alarm clocks, traffic, who knows. Intentions mean little in the face of the real world.

For that reason, let's assume I'm not leaving the theater until the project is over. That's not a guarantee. Still, for this mental exercise it is a good place to start. So, given that, what should I bring?

Pajamas.
Pillow.
Blanket.
Pillow Bed. (Made for my children, but they make hard floors more comfortable.)
Change of clothes.
Basic toiletries.
Food, snacks.
Money. (There are some nice eateries by the theater.)
Cell phone charger.

Those are the items I'll need just for personal comfort. Now the items for the project.

My writing notebook. (I keep a black Cambridge notebook for most of my writing projects. I also have a general one for writing exercises and general brainstorming. It will be perfect for this project.)
My idea book.
Writing prompts.
Pens, multiple.
Improv comedy game list.
Actor blacks.
Make-up kit.
Black shoes.

Those are the items that I consider necessities. A big part of me doesn't want to add more than those. I used to pride myself on my ability to travel lightly. Still, I'd rather have everything I need and want even if it means I'm not traveling light. As such, the following group of want requires a little more explanation.

My mandolin--Even if it doesn't get played, musical instruments make great props. I have other instruments available to me, but this is the one I'm most comfortable taking around.

My rabbit puppet--I got this after Spamalot. It's the exact same version I used in the show. I don't expect to be a puppeteer during the project, but then again...

A game--I love playing games. I will be with a group of people. Why not bring a game? In fact, it's the perfect way to break tension and relax as the project gets stressful. The real question is which game?

Costume pieces--I have a few pieces that I've used for Halloween costumes. I can always run home and get them. Having them on hand would save me the trip.

Food to Share--What better way then to bond with my group then over some fresh made cookies, brownies, bread, etc. We are going to be starting right around dinner time.

Hmmm...now that I sit down and think about it I can't think of much else that I want to bring. I've probably forgotten something. I'll remember after I've already left home. So, what have I forgotten? What would you bring with you to this type of project?