Producing Musicals

a practical guide

Producing Musicals is a step-by-step guide through the exciting process of producing a show for the stage, from the earliest planning to the last performance. The principles and procedures described can be applied to shows of any size and complexity, from one-off cabaret entertainments to large-scale multi-media extravaganzas. * The key roles of the producer, director, creative team and staging departments * Tips on researching and realizing your production effectively * Analysis of the different requirements of plays and musicals * Suggested approaches for producing, directing, designing and casting shows * Breakdown of the rehearsal process with suggestions for working with amateurs, students and professionals * Analysis of moving a production from the rehearsal room into the theatre, and getting the curtain up on time *