Stage Managing and Theatre Etiquette: A Basic Guide [Hardcover]

Linda Apperson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 1998

Here is a practical introduction to one of the most complex jobs in theatre. Linda Apperson clearly and concisely leads the reader through the procedures and responsibilities of stage management, from auditions to closing night. This is a resource book that will become a constant companion for both the novice and the experienced theatre person. Stage Managing and Theatre Etiquette includes samples of prompt scripts and other essential stage manager's tools. Concise, complete, accessible, and full of the joy of making live theatre. --Robert Kelley, TheatreWorks

Editorial Reviews

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“Lively...this is no 'pro' looking down her nose at amateurs, this is someone who has been in the trenches.” (Community Theater )

“A contagiously encouraging tone.” (Dramatics )

“Concise, complete, accessible...will preserve the safety and sanity of making live theater!” (Robert Kelley )

“A handy manual and a great resource...will translate to a wonderful theater experience for cast, crew, and audience.” (Stage and Screen )

About the Author

Linda Apperson has worked in summer stock, dinner theatre, and regional and community theatres in California, Florida, and Colorado for more than twenty years. A graduate of the School of Theatre at Florida State University, she now works at Stanford University and lives in Sunnyvale, California. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 125 pages
• Publisher: Ivan R Dee (September 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1566632005
• ISBN-13: 978-1566632003
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,729,035 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST read for the beginning stage manager!!, July 24, 1999

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[e-mail] (Paradise, California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Stage Managing and Theatre Etiquette: A Basic Guide (Paperback)

Great guide for beginners-enjoyable, quick read. Down-to-earth. It could serve an experienced stage manager because of it's emphasis on inter-personal relationships backstage and their effect on the production. Other books on the subject don't deal as well with the authority issues that stage managers must contend with. This book could be a text for Intro to Theatre classes at the high school or college level. I wish I'd read it when I was starting out.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great reference, quick read, gives superb job approach!, November 17, 1999

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[e-mail] (Orlando, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Stage Managing and Theatre Etiquette: A Basic Guide (Paperback)

Deals with real issues, easily translates to your needs. Gives right "attitude and approach" to being effective in the doing the job of Stage Manager. Good examples, info, tips & tricks. General enough for new and experienced Managers. Makes for great "refresher & primer" guide. Bought copies for my staff of Stage Managers so they can become the best.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Easy to read but not enough fine print, April 13, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Stage Managing and Theatre Etiquette: A Basic Guide (Paperback)

This book was too much of an overview for me. I don't suggest it to someone who has logged more than 10 hours for a theatre. However, good basics ideas so try it if you are a fresh newcomer.