Description
Book SynopsisEver dreamt of putting on a musical from scratch? Or perhaps you already have, but some extra guidance would be welcome. Look no further: this book will give you all the information you need to successfully stage a musical. Placing a firm emphasis on good organisation and careful planning, Matthew White guides the reader through the various stages and processes involved in putting on a musical theatre production: from choosing the right show and creating budgets and schedules, through holding auditions and taking rehearsals, culminating in the final run of performances and the after-show party. The book also explains how to deal successfully with everything from set, costume, and lighting design to ticket sales and publicity. Drawing on his own extensive experience working as a director, actor, and writer in professional musical theatre, the author also talks to other key industry figures to explore how they contribute to the overall process of putting on a show.
Staging Musicals
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White gives theater students, working professionals and fans some genuine insight into how to stage a musical. Whether you’re an ambitious member of your local community theater, dreaming of making it on Broadway or just want to know more about what goes into creating your favorite shows, White gives a step by step guide from start to finish. * Broadway Direct *
Table of Contents
Acknowledgements Foreword, by Cameron Mackintosh Introduction 1 Where does it all begin? 2 The creative team 3 Stage management and technical support 4 Budgets, schedules and publicity 5 Research and design 6 Casting the show 7 The first day of rehearsals 8 Rehearsals - creating a company 9 Rehearsals - songs, scenes, choreography and staging 10 Rehearsals - stage management responsibilities 11 From the rehearsal room to the stage 12 The first night and beyond 13 The Musical as a distinct genre Appendix Index
