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Unseen Theatrics PodcastAuthor: Unseen Theatrics
Have you ever been to a theatre show, and wondered "how do they do that?!" Well this podcast aims to educate you in the different jobs that help made a live production sparkle! This is Unseen Theatrics, and is all about Sharing Education of live theatre. A behind the scenes look into the different roles of a variety of jobs in theatre, chatting with industry professionals, who share their tips and tricks, fun stories, experiences, and what they have learnt along the way. This is Unseen Theatrics, Sharing education of live theatre. Language: en-us Genres: Arts, Education, Performing Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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S1 E14 Production Manager
Episode 14
Tuesday, 15 September, 2020
It’s an in-depth look at the whole production process! From conception presentation though to paperwork required for a show to hit the road. With tips on managing crew and scheduling, managing the different requirements of all departments during bump ins and rehearsals, to the detailed documents required With a passion for sustainability we hear about how she is helping make theatres a more sustainable environment. The French Brace where the arts and environmental sustainability come together in a very practical way, sharing materials and resources. https://www.facebook.com/thefrenchbrace/ Podcast Episode Summary 00:00 Intro 1:14 Why do you think live theatre is important for people? 2:08 What personal qualities are required to be a good production manager? 3:13 What are the roles and responsibilities of a production manager? 5:42 How do you handle disputes or disagreements between people? 7:02 The importance of networking. 8:02 Giving less experienced people a go to gain experience. 8:47 Being a mentor for the less experienced people on your team? Pre Production; 9:41 What is the different paperwork you need to produce and keep up to date when managing a show? 15:18 You don’t make them but you see Rehearsal and show reports? 17:04 What do you do during the rehearsal process? 18:29 Any thing else in pre production or rehearsals that we have missed? Bump In; 20:45 What does your first day of bump in look like? 26:18 How do you ensure quality in all areas of production? 27:43 In your experience, how do you develop a good team? Tech Run; 30:40 What are you doing in tech run? 34:42 Do you allow time in your schedule for tech time for fix ups and adjustments? Dress Run; 35:38 How do you respond to working under pressure? 38:39 Do any of your responsibilities change during dress run? 41:44 Any other words on dress runs Show Day; 43:14 Give an example of a typical show day. 47:25 What are the day to day task to keep a show running? Bump Out; 49:59 Are you around for bump-out? Post Production 53:31 What are your responsibilities? 55:34 I know you have a passion for sustainability and up-cycling in theatre, can you give a few tips on how people can make the theatre more sustainable? 59:02 Can you provide some examples of this in the rehearsal room or in the theatre? 60.00 Any tips or tricks you would like to pass on? 63:00 Outro See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
