Production management making shows happen

This title takes you through the process of making shows happen from the point of view of the production manager - the person responsible for everything on stage that is not an actor. It describes different types of productions, from small-scale amateur to international opera; the role, qualities an...

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Main Author: Dean, Peter (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Ramsbury, Malborough, Wiltshire The Crowood Press 2002
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Summary:This title takes you through the process of making shows happen from the point of view of the production manager - the person responsible for everything on stage that is not an actor. It describes different types of productions, from small-scale amateur to international opera; the role, qualities and working life of backstage teams and finally, theatre administration. The book includes information and tips on how to: work with directors and designers; cost productions realistically; run production meetings; oversee the rehearsal process; manage a production team; co-ordinate the building, painting, propping and costuming of a show; and lead the production week and technical rehearsal. There are also sections on working safely together with health and safety legislation.
Physical Description:192 pages illustration 24cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:9781861264510