Book Description
The "bible" in the field of stage management, this book is a practical examination of the role of the stage manager in overall theater production. Full of practical aids such as websites and email addresses in every chapter, checklists, diagrams, glossaries, and step-by-step directions, this volume has been used and admired by students and theater professionals alike. It eschews excessive discussion about method or philosophy and, instead, gets right to the essential materials and processes of putting on a production. Perhaps most importantly, Stern has continued to keep pace with the technological and professional developments affecting the stage. For theatre professionals, or anyone with an interest in stage management/ theatre management. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From the Back Cover
In many levels of live theatre -- children's, community, showcase, educational, and professional -- there are few provisions for training in stage management. It is often assumed that anyone can do the job reasonably well without previous training or experience. Few places exist where anyone can find a written summary of useful principles or primary needs of a stage manager. Previous editions have sold well consistently since the first edition was published! Called the bible of stage management, this book is a systematic and extremely practical examination of the stage manager's role in today's theatre. Full of practical aids like checklists, diagrams, glossaries, and step-by-step directions, this volume has been used by professionals across the country for years. This guide is a valuable tool for all producers, directors, stage managers, and supervisors of theatrical programs regardless of theatre level or staging environment.

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