Intended for students, graduates and various aspirants to stage management, amateur or professional, whether the production is on a large or small scale, this title offers the basics of stage management. Featuring charts and helpful checklists, it takes the reader through a typical production week by week.
The Essential Handbook
A practical guide to the complex art of stage management, suitable for theatre professionals, drama students and amateur companies. Features of the book include: technical instruction on cueing, prompting and blocking; advice on the fundamentals, such as how to get a job in theatre; detailed explanation of the structure of a theatre company; tips on setting budgets and keeping to them; health and safety hints; and facts about equity.