The Small Theatre Handbook: A Guide to Management and Production Book

Here is a comprehensive, practical guide for anyone who is interested in the challenge of running a small, nonprofit theater. Starting with the decision to form the theater, the book describes how to set up an administrative structure and a budget, raise money, and choose a space for the theater. It moves on to the process of choosing plays and setting up a season; auditioning and rehearsing actors; and designing and constructing a set. Finally, all aspects of performance night are discussed in both artistic and practical terms. The book gives considerable attention, in addition, to techniques of promotion and publicity for the small theater; attracting critics; and setting up bookings, groups, and tours of the company. An extensive appendix with an annotated bibliography lists dozens of selected resources for anyone who wants to pursue an interest in the theater.