Stage Management Basics, second edition, offers a deep dive into the basics of stage management for theatre, dance, and opera productions.Without assuming any intrinsic prior knowledge of the theatrical field and its associated, specialized terminology, this book covers every aspect of stage management, from reading a script, meeting with a director and theatre staff, and running auditions to communication best practices and opening night protocol. This new edition feature...

An essential guide for every kind of artist that teaches them how to skip the gallery system, find their niche, and connect directly with collectors to profitably sell their art.For years, galleries have acted as gatekeeper separating artists and collectors. But with the explosion of the Internet, a new generation of savvy, independent artists is connecting with buyers and making a substantial living doing what they love.How to Sell Your Art Online shows any artist...

The Most Widely Used Manual For Aspiring And Veteran Stage Managers - Now Revised and ExpandedThe next best thing to shadowing a Broadway stage manager, this detailed, behind-the-scenes book as been brought completely up to date. First published in 1991, it is widely used and has been lauded as the most comprehensive, educational book on stage management available. From preproduction planning and first rehersals to opening night and final strike, all the essentials of the professio...

How today’s artists survive, exhibit, and earn money—without selling out!Career-minded artists, this is the book you have been waiting for! Making It in the Art World, Second Edition, explains how to be a professional artist and shares new methods to define and realize what success means. Whether you’re a beginner, a student, or a career artist looking to be in the best museum shows, this book provides ways of advancing your plans on any level. Author Brai...

Learn how today’s artists survive, exhibit, and earn money, without selling out! This book explains how to be a professional artist and new methods to define and realize what success means. Whether you’re a beginner, a student, or a career artist looking to be in the best museum shows, this book provides ways of advancing your plans on any level.Making It in the Art World is an invaluable resource for artists at every stage, offering readers a plethora of strategies and he...

A collection of music marketing ideas and anecdotes to help musicians achieve success. My brother and I have achieved many of our musical goals of getting our original music out and selling, using Youtube as a marketing tool, start several music festivals, sell sheet music online, start a successful record label, record with many famous musicians, and more.

IN-DEPTH EBOOK GUIDE TO THE BEST SOCIAL MEDIA PRACTICES FOR HOTELS: Find inspiration for your hotelsocial media campaign by reading HOTELS’ Best Social Media Practices Guide, which features more than 60 successful brand and property social media campaigns mini-case studies, including Four Seasons, Hilton, Marriott and more. Inside details on how to pull off an effective campaign, including strategy, tactics and labor used and ROI.

The one and only book on successfully staging amateur productions.In this book, drama teachers and community directors are given everything they need to know about picking the right show; licensing, casting, and budgeting; organizing a schedule; costumes, makeup, staging, lighting, and music; tickets, fundraising, programs, cast parties, and more. Illustrated with help plans and photos from actual productions.• Perfect for nonprofit organizations’ ...

A great introduction for retail students, this book offers a user-friendly reference guide to all aspects of visual merchandising and covers both window dressing and in-store areas. Using examples from a range of shops, from fashion emporia to small outlets, the book offers practical advice on the subject, supported by hints and tips from established visual merchandisers. It reveals the secrets of their toolkit and information on the use of mannequins, the latest technology and how to cons...

Want to become a fashionista-for real? Get this book! Fun and entertaining, Creative Careers in Fashion reveals how the fashion industry works-and explores the vast range of career opportunities in the field. Focusing on the most creative jobs, including accessory, costume, and fashion design, as well as make-up artists, wardrobe consultants, textile designers, and colorists, this book showcases the practical information that will help readers find the perfect job and get it. Included are ...

Capture Your Creative Potential with "50 Home Business Ideas with Photo, Video & Audio"Part 7 of a 10-Booklet SeriesStep into the booming world of photo, video, and audio with "50 Home Business Ideas with Photo, Video & Audio." For just under 2 cents per idea, this booklet is packed with 50 practical, home-based business ideas that leverage the latest advancements in multimedia technology.Why This Booklet is a Must-Read:

Pink suede boots? What do they have to do with a book about sales and marketing? No, this is not a book about women's obsession with shoes. It's a sales and marketing book that will introduce business owners and managers to someone vital to their business - their pink suede boot customer ©.Author Lynda D. Kavanagh will explain how finding your pink suede boot customer will put a halt to declining sales, or worse, to sales that suck.If you are the owner or manager of a micro...