Staging a Musical (Stage and Costume) (Backstage)

Staging a Musical (Stage and Costume) (Backstage)

by Matthew White (Author)

Synopsis

A step-by-step guide to the whole process of putting on a musical, placing a firm emphasis upon good organisation and careful planning. This book describes all the elements involved including: how to choose the right show, budgets and schedules, auditions, rehearsals and performances. There are also sections on set designs, costumes, sound, lighting and publicity.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 144
Publisher: Methuen Drama
Published: 30 Jul 1999

ISBN 10: 0713648961
ISBN 13: 9780713648966

Media Reviews
This concise volume will be an excellent tool for any general practitioner or amateur wishing to glimpse the process of producing a musical. Recommended for two-year technical program students, beginning professionals and practitioners, and amateurs; especially helpful for community-theater practitioners.
- Choice, Apr 2000
Using a clear, concise format that includes explanations, diagrams and photographs from professional and university shows, White walks the would-be producer or director through all the steps of a production...If you are interested in putting on a show, this book ought to be on your reference list..
- Dramatics January 2000
Offers some intelligent insights on dealing with actors; including the impotranc of treating auditioners with respect, invigorating and including the ensemble, working with childrn and encouraging experimentation. Alison Root, Theatre Journal, October, 2001.