Production P.A.R.T.Y. Coordinating a Theatrical Production

By Janet Beasley

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• Language: English
• Publisher: Janet Beasley
• Release date: Jan 17, 2018
• ISBN: 9781370402748

Janet Beasley

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PRODUCTION P.A.R.T.Y.

Coordinating a Theatrical Production

Community Theaters, Churches, Drama Troupes, High Schools, and more!

by: JANET BEASLEY and DON BEASLEY

Copyright © 2011

Revised 2018

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Acknowledgments

Introduction

CHAPTER 1: P. - Planning and Preparation

Time Frames

Gathering Facts and Choosing the Correct Size Production for Your Venue (or vice versa)

Close-Knit Crew Selection and Their Duties

Hints

CHAPTER 2: A. - Advertising

What…Where…Who…When

Hints

CHAPTER 3: R. – Recruit and Rehearse

The Audition Process

Types of Rehearsals

Hints

CHAPTER 4: T. - Time outs and Thank yous

CHAPTER 5: Y. - You're on!

Director

Tech and Stage Crews

Production Committee

Cast Members

CHAPTER 6: The P.A.R.T.Y.'s over

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

We would like to say a big thanks to our parents, who always believe in us no matter how crazy our ideas seem. And where would we be without Nita, Patty, Mari, and the rest of that crazy production gang who inspired us to never give up. And thanks to God for instilling these gifts in each of us.

Also, and most importantly, a very special thanks to you, the reader. We wish you a production adventure that proves to be as fun as ours have always been.

INTRODUCTION

We all know that, when it comes to any sort of production, it ain't cheap. It costs more than money. When trying to figure out everything for the first time it can certainly seem overwhelming—even defeating—mentally, physically, and financially. This does not mean that your ideas are bad or wrong. If you’ve purchased this book, you probably have good taste, great ideas, and a strong preference for excellence—but you just need some extra help to get over the hump.

The following information will help you become familiar with some basics of what needs to take place before, during, and after a production while striving to stay within your budget. Pulling it off successfully requires time, perseverance, and patience, all of which come into play from the onset.

CHAPTER 1

P. - Planning & Preparation

planning and preparation = profit

TIME FRAMES: The following are suggestions regarding the minimum amount of time your production will require from onset to post