Introduction to the Art of Stage Management: A Practical Guide to Working in the

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How do you develop the craft and skills of stage management for today's theatre industry? And how can these same skills be applied in a variety of entertainment settings to help you develop a rewarding and successful career?Drawing on his diverse experience working with companies from across the performing arts spectrum in venues from the Hollywood Bowl to the Barbican Centre in London, Michael Vitale offers a practical resource on the art of stage management for new and established stage managers. Besides providing detailed coverage of the role within theatre, the book uniquely explores the field of stage management in numerous branches of the entertainment industry. From theatre, opera, and theme parks, to cruise ships, special events, and dance, stage managers are an integral part of keeping productions running, and this book offers guidance on each distinct area to equip you for a varied and successful career.Written with candour and filled with real-world examples, the book examines the nuts and bolts of the job at each stage of the production process: from preproduction, room rehearsal, technical rehearsal, through to running the show. Vitale considers the skills needed to work with a myriad of different people, explores the traits of a successful stage manager, and helps you to hone and evaluate your own practice.Whether you are exploring the field for the first time or are a veteran looking to diversify your resumé, Introduction to the Art of Stage Management will provide insight, practical information, and useful tips to help along the way.An accompanying Companion Website features a range of time-saving templates and forms, such as schedule templates and scene samples.

FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Author Biography

Michael Vitale is the Production Manager for the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Prior to taking this post, Michael worked professionally as a Stage Manager and Educator, primarily in the Los Angeles area. His professional Stage Management credits include projects with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles Opera, Center Theatre Group, Geffen Playhouse, Pasadena Playhouse, and Barbican (London, UK). Michael also had the pleasure of serving as a Professor at California State University, Fullerton and Pomona College, USA.

Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTSAcknowledgmentsINTRODUCTIONCHAPTER 1: ROLE OF THE STAGE MANAGERWho's Who Assembling the Team The Argument for Artist Archetypes of Stage ManagersCHAPTER 2: PRE-PRODUCTIONReading the Script The Prep Week Production Meetings Tips and Tricks for Running a Production Meeting The Stage Manager's Kit Preparing the Prompt BookCHAPTER 3: THE PRODUCTION PROCESS- REHEARSAL ROOMRunning Rehearsals Preparing the Space Blocking Notation Rehearsal Reports The Final DaysCHAPTER 4: THE PRODUCTION PROCESS- TECHNICAL REHEARSALSGetting the Stage Ready Arrivals Calling the Show Integrating the CrewCHAPTER 5: RUNNING THE SHOWMaintaining the Show Safety Calls & Brush Ups Company MoraleCHAPTER 6: WORKING WITH OTHERS Teamwork and Collaboration Conflict in the Room Problems from Within The Good Stuff Building a Strong Team Dynamic Patience and CommunicationCHAPTER 7: ROLE OF THE STAGE MANAGER: OPERAOrganization The Process The Score The Who, What, Where Room Rehearsals Tech PerformanceCHAPTER 8: ROLE OF THE STAGE MANAGER: MUSICClassical Music Working with Artists Blurring the Lines Other Music Styles Considerations of a Production/Tour ManagerCHAPTER 9: ROLE OF THE STAGE MANAGER: SPECIAL EVENTSThe Initial Meeting Making It HappenCHAPTER 10: ROLE OF THE STAGE MANAGER: THEME PARKSThe Structure By the Numbers Theme Park Offerings What Makes a Theme Park Different A Day in the Life of a Theme Park Stage ManagerCHAPTER 11: ROLE OF THE STAGE MANAGER: CRUISE SHIPS The Production Process The Shows Other Responsibilities The ExperienceCHAPTER 12: OTHER AVENUES FOR YOU STAGE MANAGEMENT SKILLSDance Careers in the Theatre Other IndustriesCONCLUSIONA Note on the AuthorNotesFurther ReadingIndex

Review

Ever wondered what it meant to be a stage manager? Michael Vitale, who has assisted in productions ranging from the Hollywood Bowl to the Barbican Theatre in London, shares his insights on one of the stage's most influential behind-the-scenes job. Vitale gives readers a guide to develop the skills of a successful stage manager, whether it's pre-production or running closing night. Not contained to a singular genre, this book looks at stage management for various types of productions: theatre, opera, cruise ship performance, and dance, to name just a few. * Playbill *Michael Vitale's new stage management text covers crucial processes and venues heretofore unmentioned in the few previous, often somewhat dated books on the market. His experience in professional theatre, opera, philharmonic and dance, including working with The Hollywood Bowl's international assemblage of the world's best conductors, actors, singers and musicians, makes this a must-have book for any serious stage manager. -- Dr. Jim Volz, Author, Producer, Educator, Theatre Critic

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Using case studies and interviews with professionals in the industry, Introduction to the Art of Stage Management presents an in-depth guide to the role both within the theatre and the wider performing arts industry, including special events, music, and film and television. It is ideally suited to both students and those looking to further their careers in the industry.

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Michael Vitale's new stage management text covers crucial processes and venues heretofore unmentioned in the few previous, often somewhat dated books on the market. His experience in professional theatre, opera, philharmonic and dance, including working with The Hollywood Bowl's international assemblage of the world's best conductors, actors, singers and musicians, makes this a must-have book for any serious stage manager.

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Using case studies and interviews with professionals in the industry, Introduction to the Art of Stage Management presents an in-depth guide to the role both within the theatre and the wider performing arts industry, including special events, music, and film and television. It is ideally suited to both students and those looking to further their careers in the industry.

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Provides an in-depth discussion of the ways the field of stage management varies between various theatrical disciplines to equip readers with the skills to work in each

Details ISBN1474257208 Author Michael Vitale ISBN-10 1474257208 ISBN-13 9781474257206 Pages 200 Format Paperback Subtitle A Practical Guide to Working in the Theatre and Beyond Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Edited by Jim Volz Year 2019 Publication Date 2019-03-07 Affiliation Los Angeles Philharmonic, USA Imprint Methuen Drama DEWEY 792.023 Short Title Introduction to the Art of Stage Management Language English UK Release Date 2019-03-07 NZ Release Date 2019-03-07 Birth 1907 Death 1990 Position Associate Professor Qualifications PH D Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Series Introductions to Theatre Audience Tertiary & Higher Education AU Release Date 2019-03-06 We've got this

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