
Where to Begin? First USITT Conference
- Katy McGlaughlin
As I prepare to attend my first ever USITT Conference I am overwhelmed by all of the sessions available - fortunately there is a session for that.
Add a commentAs I prepare to attend my first ever USITT Conference I am overwhelmed by all of the sessions available - fortunately there is a session for that.
Add a commentThis blog has focused on software and tools to help stage managers do their jobs. We are also starting to explore workshops and other training resources. If you know of a program that should be in the spotlight, post it in the comments below. Our first SM training feature is Broadway Basics.
Add a commentIf you were hoping this was a blog about the Lion King you will be sorely disappointed.
While in rehearsal recently, the ever-dreaded emergency tone came over the loud speakers and a voice calmly told us to evacuate the building being sure to use the stairs and not the elevator.
Add a commentI’ve noticed a trend lately that has made me think; recently the “spotlight” has begun to shine backstage.
Add a commentHaving recently embarked on my own MFA journey I find myself asking this question, a lot. When I was applying and even after I was accepted in to my program I constantly had to answer the similar question, “Why grad school?” I made the decision to go back to school for myriad reasons, some personal and some generic; after helping facilitate the National Stage Manager Survey (http://www.smsurvey.info) I started to wonder if there were trends in the benefits of going back to school.
Add a commentA video quickly going viral (more than 850,000 views and 10,000 shares on Facebook as of Wednesday Feb. 3) is the Associate Director of Grease: Live! calling the camera shots for the song “Greased Lightning.” Carrie Havel does an amazing job calling the shots and I can’t wait to see a side-by-side view of the show and her call. But let’s break down the call…
Add a commentThe 2015 Stage Manager Survey Report is now available! We surpassed all expectations with 1,662 stage managers taking the survey in November.
Add a commentAs stage managers we often set the tone of our work environment and we strive to be professional and well spoken. Sometimes, though, I find myself slipping into the vernacular of my team; when less than savory language is involved this can get you in trouble!
Add a commentI think most theatre professionals at some time or other have dreamed about the Great White Way.
Add a commentYou are rehearsing a show and the director wants to change the script. What should you do? What can you do?
Add a comment