Stage Management
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The "bible" in the field of stage management, Stage Management is a practical manual on how to stage manage in all theater environments. Full of practical aids: checklists, diagrams, examples, forms and step-by-step directions, this book has been used and admired by students and theater professionals alike. It eschews excessive discussion of philosophy and, instead, gets right to the essential materials and processes of putting on a production. In addition to sharing his own expertise, the author has gathered practical advice from working stage managers of Broadway, off-Broadway, touring companies, regional, community, and 99-seat Equity waiver theaters.
1Making things run smoothly and what's in it for you12Characteristics of a good stage manager113Getting the play and understanding it224Scheduling and company rules445Getting acquainted with your theater596Expediting auditions and readings817Budgeting1058Rehearsal procedures1139Keeping the cast on time15710Department management and property management16311Supervision of shifts17712Running the technical rehearsal19313Running the show20214Working with the house manager21615Keeping the show in hand22916Closing and moving/touring23517Organizing information24718Correspondence27219Getting a job276
