{"product_id":"9781780010090","title":"So You Want to be a Theatre Producer?","description":"\u003cp\u003eA comprehensive guide to every aspect of producing a show, from raising the money to creating a hit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing 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:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHaving an idea for a show or getting the rights to an existing one\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlanning your budget and raising the money\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBooking your venue or a tour\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMarketing and selling the show effectively\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGetting the production designed, rehearsed and onto the stage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'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.' \u003ci\u003eThe Stage\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'Essential reading for anyone contemplating a life in the theatre fast lane.' - Thelma Holt\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hern, Nick Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47173950243056,"sku":"9781780010090","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781780010090_p0.jpg?v=1769890099","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781780010090","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}