So You Want To Be A Theatre Producer? (So You Want To Be...? career guides)
<p>A comprehensive guide to every aspect of producing a show, from raising the money to creating a hit.</p><br /><br /><p>This unique guide offers comprehensive, clear advice to anyone producing or selling a show, whatever the venue or scale. Packed full of insights and tricks of the trade, it will give you the inspiration and confidence you need – whether you are taking your first steps in the profession or simply want to know what it takes to get a show on the stage.</p><br /><br /><p>Drawing on his own experience as a producer of theatre productions at every level – from university, via the fringe, to the West End – James Seabright takes you through each stage of the process:</p><br /><br /><ul><br /><li>Having an idea for a show or getting the rights to an existing one</li><br /><li>Planning your budget and raising the money</li><br /><li>Booking your venue or a tour</li><br /><li>Marketing and selling the show effectively</li><br /><li>Getting the production designed, rehearsed and onto the stage</li><br /></ul><br /><br /><p>From the fundamental (dealing with contracts) to the frivolous (how to organise your first-night party), every aspect is explained with the help of illuminating examples. There is also a wide-ranging appendix and a companion website with downloadable contract templates, marketing packs and budget spreadsheets.</p><br /><br /><p>'At last, hundreds of students on arts management and administration courses have a comprehensive reference book. It provides a unique guide for anyone taking their first steps into the world of producing.' <em>The Stage</em></p><br /><br /><p>'Essential reading for anyone contemplating a life in the theatre fast lane.' - Thelma Holt</p>
