How to Produce Spectacle on a Budget

It’s no secret that blockbuster plays that have enjoyed Broadway and West End runs are designed to dazzle, but for schools and community theatres, creating that same sense of wonder without a Broadway budget might feel like an impossible task. The good news: You don’t need a huge budget to create something truly magical. With smart choices, a little ingenuity, …

5 Ways Parental Involvement Benefits School Theatre Programs

School theatre programs offer students a platform to express themselves creatively, develop confidence, and cultivate important life skills. Behind every successful production, however, lies a crucial element often overlooked: parental involvement. Below, we explore the invaluable role parents play in supporting and enriching school theatre programs. 1. Building Community Support Parents form the backbone of community support for school theatre …

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Shows for New Beginnings

New beginnings are a recurring theme in the world of theater, as playwrights explore the transformative power of fresh starts and the complexities that come with them. In the shows Fireflies by Matthew Barber, The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin by Kirsten Childs, Shutter Sisters by Mansa Ra, A Kind of Alaska by Harold Pinter, and Bubble Boy …

Opening Night at THE WANDERERS with Anna Ziegler, Katie Holmes, and more!

March 2, 2023 “This absorbing, twisty, and thoughtful play is the finest play of the year!” -Charles Isherwood, The Wall Street Journal Anna Ziegler’s newest play, The Wanderers, had its New York premiere at Roundabout Theatre Company on February 15. Click the image below to hear Anna, cast members Katie Holmes and Sarah Cooper, and the company talk about how …

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One-Act Selection Guide

One-act competition season is right around the corner, have you selected your show? We’re here to help! Follow this handy guide for everything you need to know about selecting, producing, and licensing a one-act for UIL, ITF, or any other one-act showcase you participate in. How to Pick a One-Act Competition Licensing Q&A One-Acts Everyone Should Have in Their Library

Starting your theatre streaming journey

Streaming is the future of theatre. Haven’t streamed yet? Feel intimidated by all the tech and fees? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. We’re partnering with Stellar Tickets to make streaming easy, affordable, and fun for all theatres. What is Stellar Tickets? What is a Live/Video Archival License? Why should I stream my show? What does streaming cost? How do I …

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Your New Favorite Perennial Holiday Show

Looking for a reliably entertaining show to fill the Holiday slot in your season? Here are six that each offer something different for all audiences. Why perennial shows? The holiday season is a perfect time for your theatre to establish a cornerstone production that your audience will keep coming back to year after year. Make your holiday production a family …