The Back Stage Guide To Working In Regional Theater

Author : Jim Volz
Publisher : Random House Digital, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 9780823078806
Total Pages : 394 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Back Stage Guide to Working in Regional Theater written by Jim Volz and published by Random House Digital, Inc.. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everyacting student and working actor needs a copy of this book! Here’s the essential guide to surviving and thriving as an actor in regional theaters. The thousands and thousands of students in the hundreds and hundreds of acting programs all over the country would all love to become stars right out of school—but the reality of a career in acting usually means honing the craft at regional theaters.The Back Stage Guide to Working in Regional Theaterincludes a history of the movement and a description of each of the League of Regional Theater (LORT) houses in the U.S, plus sections on personal marketing for the actor, the business of acting, strategies and career planning. Essential web sites, a sample organizational chart, contact names, a guide to theater unions, and listings of more than 100 theaters across the country makeThe Back Stage Guide to Regional Theatera must-have for every actor who’s working or wants to be. • Full listings for every regional theater in the US • Valuable information on websites, resources, getting organized • Helps acting students find employers near home or school while they train

Author : Thomas A. Kelly
Publisher : Backstage Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.45/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management written by Thomas A. Kelly and published by Backstage Books. This book was released on 1991 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From auditioning actors to running a rehearsal to calling the cues, all the tricks and techniques of performing one of theater's most essential roles are revealed in this eye-opening view of backstage life on Broadway.

Author : Christin Essin
Publisher : University of Michigan Press
ISBN 13 : 0472054961
Total Pages : 287 pages
Book Rating : 4.61/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Working Backstage written by Christin Essin and published by University of Michigan Press. This book was released on 2021-09-20 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Places backstage workers in the spotlight to acknowledge their essential roles in creating Broadway magic

Author : Jim Volz
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1408152320
Total Pages : 417 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Working in American Theatre written by Jim Volz and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2011-07-27 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I cannot think of a better book for aspiring and working actors, craftspeople, artists, and managers" Kent Thompson, Artistic Director, Denver Center Theatre Company, Past President TCG Board of Directors "It's time for a new look at the complexity and richness of America's growing theatrical landscapre and Jim Volz is just the person to provide that overview" Lesley Schisgall Currier, Managing Director, Marin Shakespeare Company Working in American Theatre is a coast-to-coast overview of the opportunities awaiting theatre practitioners in every discipline. Featuring tips from America's top theatre professionals, this resource offers job-search and career-planning strategies, as well as detailed information on over 1,000 places to work in the American theatre, including regional companies, Broadway and commerical theatre, Shakespeare festivals, touring theatres, university/resident theatres, youth and children's theatres, and outdoor theatres. Offering an overview of the evolution of American theatre and behind-the-scenes stories of the regional movement, this single volume is an indispensable tool at every stage of your career.

Author : Linda Apperson
Publisher : Ivan R. Dee
ISBN 13 : 146172497X
Total Pages : 129 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Stage Managing and Theatre Etiquette written by Linda Apperson and published by Ivan R. Dee. This book was released on 1998-09-01 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is a practical, accessible introduction to one of the most complex jobs in theatre. Linda Apperson clearly and concisely leads the reader through the procedures and responsibilities of stage management, from auditions to closing night. What is “blocking”? How do you “call” a show? Who is the technical director, and why do you want him or her as your best friend? How can you tame (or endure) a prima donna? When is the best time to offer advice to the actors? Ms. Apperson answers these and countless other questions in a resource book that will become a constant companion for both the novice and the experienced theatre person. Especially useful is her attention to personal relationships among actors and crew. She insists that working to create an atmosphere of respect backstage will improve the show onstage, and she shows precisely how this is done, based upon her years of experience in managing the stage. Stage Managing and Theatre Etiquette includes samples of prompt scripts and other essential stage manager’s tools.

Author : Stephen Peithman
Publisher : Drama
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 180 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Stage Directions Guide to Working Back Stage written by Stephen Peithman and published by Drama. This book was released on 2000 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Stage Directions Guide to Working Back Stage provides an overview of what goes on behind the scenes as well as specific guidance for each essential area of back-stage operation.

Author : Thomas A. Kelly
Publisher : Back Stage Books
ISBN 13 : 0307875067
Total Pages : 306 pages
Book Rating : 4.68/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management, 3rd Edition written by Thomas A. Kelly and published by Back Stage Books. This book was released on 2010-11-24 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Most Widely Used Manual For Aspiring And Veteran Stage Managers - Now Revised and Expanded The next best thing to shadowing a Broadway stage manager, this detailed, behind-the-scenes book as been brought completely up to date. First published in 1991, it is widely used and has been lauded as the most comprehensive, educational book on stage management available. From preproduction planning and first rehersals to opening night and final strike, all the essentials of the profession are presented here in a friendly, engaging style. Blending how-to information with anecdotes from his own career, author Thomas A. Kelly explains the entire theatrical process, including: - Organizing all rehearsals and performances - Maintaining the working script, cue sheets, and daily records - Supervising the technical aspects of the show - Running shows outdoors and at other non-theatrical venues - Dealing with performers and crew members on all levels This new edition reflects all the latest developments and innovations in the industry and adds a totally new chapter on opera stage management, complete with an in-depth breakdown of the challenges this style of production presents. The text is supported by sample documents, diagrams, and charts that straddle time-honored approaches with what can be generated by today's computer software. All the latest stage machinery is discussed, along with tips on finding employment. This guide remians the first choice for anyone who works in any branch of the profession, whether amateur, educational, or professional.

Author : Thomas A. Kelly
Publisher : Back Stage Books
ISBN 13 : 0823098028
Total Pages : 306 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Back Stage Guide to Stage Management, 3rd Edition written by Thomas A. Kelly and published by Back Stage Books. This book was released on 2009-06-16 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Most Widely Used Manual For Aspiring And Veteran Stage Managers - Now Revised and Expanded The next best thing to shadowing a Broadway stage manager, this detailed, behind-the-scenes book as been brought completely up to date. First published in 1991, it is widely used and has been lauded as the most comprehensive, educational book on stage management available. From preproduction planning and first rehersals to opening night and final strike, all the essentials of the profession are presented here in a friendly, engaging style. Blending how-to information with anecdotes from his own career, author Thomas A. Kelly explains the entire theatrical process, including: - Organizing all rehearsals and performances - Maintaining the working script, cue sheets, and daily records - Supervising the technical aspects of the show - Running shows outdoors and at other non-theatrical venues - Dealing with performers and crew members on all levels This new edition reflects all the latest developments and innovations in the industry and adds a totally new chapter on opera stage management, complete with an in-depth breakdown of the challenges this style of production presents. The text is supported by sample documents, diagrams, and charts that straddle time-honored approaches with what can be generated by today's computer software. All the latest stage machinery is discussed, along with tips on finding employment. This guide remians the first choice for anyone who works in any branch of the profession, whether amateur, educational, or professional.

Author : Tim Donahue
Publisher : Univ of South Carolina Press
ISBN 13 : 1611171970
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Theater Careers written by Tim Donahue and published by Univ of South Carolina Press. This book was released on 2013-07-22 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Theater Careers is designed to empower aspiring theater professionals to make savvy, informed decisions through a concise overview of how to prepare for and find work in the theater business. Tim Donahue and Jim Patterson offer well-researched information on various professions, salary ranges, educational and experience requirements, and other facets certain to enlighten students contemplating a theater career, as well as inform counselors, teachers, and parents of available opportunities and the demands of each path. Theater Careers offers valuable details not readily available elsewhere, including • Dozens of informative job descriptions surveying the impressive variety of theater careers, both on and off the stage • Statistics on the working and earning prospects of various careers as drawn from the best sources in the business • Thoughtful assessments of the value of education and training choices, including the most meaningful way to look at the costs of college—estimating net costs, which is seldom described elsewhere—and how to choose a school Straightforward and objective, Theater Careers is an ideal reference for those seeking careers in the theater. Armed with this information, readers will be better equipped to pursue choices that best lead to satisfying and secure employment in the rewarding field of the dramatic arts.

Author : Mike Lawler
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1581158033
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Careers in Technical Theater written by Mike Lawler and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-06-29 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Want to make it big on Broadway—as a techie? Or how about working in smaller regional theater? Careers in Technical Theater explains more than twenty different careers from the perspective of successful theater artists. Included are specialties that have been around for decades, as well as those still emerging in the field. Concise information is provided on job duties, estimated earnings, recommended training, examples of career paths, and the insights are given of working pros in management, scenery, audio/visual, costumes, video and projection, engineering, and theatrical systems. There’s even a detailed appendix on finding on-the-job training as an intern, apprentice, or paid worker. For anyone interested in a behind-the-scenes life in the theater,Careers in Technical Theater is a priceless resource. Allworth Press, an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, publishes a broad range of books on the visual and performing arts, with emphasis on the business of art. Our titles cover subjects such as graphic design, theater, branding, fine art, photography, interior design, writing, acting, film, how to start careers, business and legal forms, business practices, and more. While we don't aspire to publish a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are deeply committed to quality books that help creative professionals succeed and thrive. We often publish in areas overlooked by other publishers and welcome the author whose expertise can help our audience of readers.