“The sound team is just one of the many departments that are involved in staging a show. They do more than just play the sound cues, adjust the mixing of the system in the soundboard, and make your lavalier (or lapel) mics as inconspicuous as possible. Here are 6 ways to help them do their jobs.”
Read More“ I appreciate meeting a lot of other queer people working in tech through working in tech, and thus far, I haven’t had any bad experiences. I’ve been working in spaces that have all felt really positive.”
Read More“When an actor works backstage they get to see the other side of things. They get to see the rest of the hard work that goes into a show. It helps build an appreciation of what goes on behind the scenes.”
Read More“Sometimes stage-managing may feel like a thankless job but remember, you’re inspiring everyone in a production to get on your level when it comes to making a show come together.”
Read MoreIf you were a theatre kid in the early 2000s, it’s like you loved the movie ‘Camp’. On Aug 23rd, Stars in the House will host a special reunion and concert with members of the cast to celebrate the film’s 20th Anniversary.”
Read More“In 2019, actor Sean Hayden experienced a mental health crisis while working as a lead actor at one of the most prestigious and powerful theaters in the U.S., the Goodspeed Opera House. Now, four years later, Hayden is discussing what happened backstage that led to his mental health crisis.”
Read More“This history of the word “Master” is problematic on multiple levels. This is not only a racially charged word because of its use during America’s history of slavery, but it is also a sexist term.”
Read More“There are plenty of resources out there to teach interested people about stage management, but here are four books that established stage managers swear by”
Read More“Hiring a talented but also reliable production team can be stressful. Of course, you want a crew that can help bring your vision to the stage, but how do you know they’ll also make deadlines, show up to production meetings on time, and overall be a professional individual?”
Read More“Acting is one very specific role within the theatre industry, and it’s a hugely difficult and vital one - but a bit more appreciation for those off the stage wouldn’t go amiss.”
Read More“We’re living in a time where male-female relationships in the workplace are something that’s being spoken about a lot. The world of stage management is also one where macho behavior is not uncommon and women are often underrepresented.”
Read More“I’ve been a Props Master for a few shows and let me tell you, it’s not as easy as some may think. It’s definitely not just going out and buying a bunch of props on the list.”
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