LibGuides: Theatre: Production

Books in the Library (selections)

Production Collaboration in the Theatre by Rufus Bonds Jr., Maria Cominis, Mark Ramont
Publication Date: 2021
E-book.
Reveals the ingredients of successful collaborations in theatre, where respect, trust, and inclusivity are encouraged and roles are defined with a clear and unified vision.
Stage Management Basics by Emily Roth; Jonathan Allender-Zivic; Katy McGlaughlin
Publication Date: 2022
E-book.
Covers stage management from reading scripts, meeting with director and theatre staff, and running auditions to communication best practices and opening night protocol. Includes chapters on opera and dance.
Stagecraft Fundamentals by Rita Kogler Carver
Call Number: PN2053 .C32 2019 [Mortensen shelves]
Tackles every aspect of basic theatre production, including safety precautions, lighting, costumes, scenery, career planning tips, and more.

Moment Work by Moises Kaufman, Barbara Pitts McAdams
Call Number: PN1661 .K38 2018 [Mortensen shelves]
A detailed guide to the collaborative method of play creation developed by the Tectonic Theater Project.
Playwriting with Purpose by Jacqueline Goldfinger
Publication Date: 2022
E-book.
Provides all the tools to successfully transform an idea into a script, and a script into a performance.
Writing Dialogue for Scripts by Rib Davis
Call Number: PN1661 .D385 2016 [Mortensen shelves]
How dialogue works, what to look out for in everyday speech, and how to use dialogue effectively in scripts.

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The Art of Scenic Design by Robert Mark Morgan
Call Number: PN2091.S8 M6984 2022 [Mortensen shelves]
An in-depth look at the scenic design process from early phases, through testing ideas, to execution of the design with a team of artists and collaborators.
The Costume Supervisor's Toolkit by Rebecca Pride
Publication Date: 2019
E-book.
A how-to guide of best working practices, plus helpful resources such as sizing guides, useful addresses, and case studies from renowned theatrical organizations.
The Lighting Supervisor's Toolkit by Jason E. Weber
Publication Date: 2021
E-book.
Learn to communicate with designers, analyze drawings, plan installations, document decisions, supervise crews, and innovate out-of-the-box solutions.
Theatrical Design and Production by J. Michael Gillette
Call Number: PN2085 .G5 2012 [Mortensen shelves]
Examines the technical and design aspects of play production, including scene design and construction, lighting, sound, costume, and makeup.

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Directing with the Michael Chekhov Technique by Mark Monday
Call Number: PN2053 .M615 2017 [Mortensen shelves]
Explores the collaborative process between a play's director and the entire production team from conception through production.
Script Analysis for Actors, Directors, and Designers by James Michael Thomas
Call Number: PN1707 .T46 2009 [Mortensen shelves]
Teaches an established system of classifications that examines the written part of a play. Includes in-depth analysis of unconventional plays.
Stage Directing by Jim Patterson
Call Number: PN2053 .P38 2015 [Mortensen shelves]
Details the 7 steps of the directing process, from selecting a work to giving and receiving criticism, each with directing tips and examples from contemporary productions.
The Stage Director's Prompt Book by Leslie Ferreira
Call Number: PN2053 .F433 2023 [Mortensen shelves]
A step-by-step guide on creating the director's prompt book, from play analysis and interpretation, through forming a vision, to physicalizing a play in production.
Staging Sex by Chelsea Pace
Call Number: PN2053 .P33 2020 [Mortensen shelves]
Best practices for staging intimacy, nudity, and sexual violence. Provides a system for establishing and discussing boundaries, and guidance for creating a culture of consent.

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Business and Legal Forms for Theater, 2nd ed. by Charles Grippo
Call Number: KF4296.A65 G75 2013 [Mortensen shelves]
33 ready-to-use forms and contracts with explanations of proper use. Covers author agreements, commissions, production license, play publishing, and more. Includes CD-ROM for easy copying and customization.
Off Headset: Essays on Stage Management Work, Life, and Career by Rafael Jaen, Christopher Sadler (Editors)
E-Book.
Practical advice and personal anecdotes from stage management professionals about the challenges they face on the job, in their lives, and in their careers.
Running Theaters, 2nd Edition by Duncan M. Webb
Call Number: PN2053 .W36 2020 [Mortensen shelves]
Proven strategies of managers, staff, and volunteer leaders covering virtually every aspect of running a theater--from drawing audiences and fundraising to facility development and community involvement.
The Stage Producer's Business and Legal Guide (Second Edition) by Charles Grippo
Call Number: PN2053 .G696 2019 [Mortensen shelves]
Comprehensive advice on every aspect of the theater business and the law, including organizing a company, licensing plays, box office management, and more.

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