Theater Careers

Two mismatched brothers must save their late mother's failing board game company using an unconventional marketing framework, or risk losing their family legacy forever. When their mother unexpectedly passes away, Joe and Pete inherit her once-thriving board game company. But with the stock price plummeting and their own incompetence threatening to sink the business, these polar opposite brothers – Joe, an overconfident jock, and Pete, a sensitive poet – must put aside their differences and work together to save their family's legacy.

When Kate Monroe loses her high-profile job at the Autumn Harbor Daily News, her life takes an unexpected turn. Feeling lost and disillusioned, she wanders back to the Starlight Theater, a classic old movie theater where she spent her happiest days working in high school. To her astonishment, she discovers her old friend Ben is still working there, and she soon finds herself working with him once again. Ben's easygoing nature and unwavering support are a stark contrast to Kate's previous cutthroat corporate world. The more time she spends with him, the more she begins to appreciate the ...

Informative and entertaining to older and young adults alike, this biography of Giuseppe Verdi, translated from the original Italian, was written by a contemporary of Verdi one year after the great composer’s death. Filled with anecdotes about the maestro, the book presents not only the details of Verdi’s life and accomplishments, but also lessons to be learned by young people from his example of diligence, hard work, humility and simplicity. More than 30 pictures have been added throughout the original work to help bring this inspiring story to life.

New York Times bestselling author Linda Fairstein takes readers behind the scenes of New York City's theater world -- from Lincoln Center to the lights of Broadway -- in a riveting novel, rich with her trademark blend of cutting-edge legal issues, skillful detective work, and heart-stopping...

When it comes to a career in musical theatre, forget the myth of an “it factor”—your success is in your hands. The path to excellence requires daily determination and savvy strategy to help you stand out from the rest. Acclaimed master teachers Lindsay Mendez and Ryan Scott Oliver are here to show you the way.

Carey Perloff, Artistic Director of San Francisco's legendary American Conservatory Theater, pens a lively and revealing memoir of her 20-plus years at the helm and delivers a provocative and impassioned manifesto for the role of live theater in today's technology-infused world. Perloff's personal and professional journey - her life as a woman in a male-dominated profession, as a wife and mother, a playwright, director, producer, arts advocate, and citizen in a city erupting with enormous change.

A memoir by Academy Award–winning actress Lee Grant, detailing her starring roles in Valley of the Dolls and Shampoo, her twelve years on the Hollywood blacklist, and a singularly unpredictable life...

The Complete Guide to Distributing an Indie Film provides a step-by-step guide for setting up distribution for your film. It is designed primarily for independent filmmakers who are distributing their first few films with budgets ranging from under $200,000 to a few million. The audiobook is drawn from the author’s experiences in distributing and promoting her own feature film, attending festivals and conferences, going to the AFM, helping clients who have set up theatrical screenings, and doing research on recent developments and trends in distribution.

The second edition of Building the Successful Theater Company takes listeners even deeper into the world of theatrical production, examining in great depth the financial realities of establishing - and maintaining - a successful organization. This indispensable reference is updated to include more theater company profiles with expert advice to better reveal the pitfalls, passions, and practicalities of the theater industry.

Who works in a theater? What is the green room? How do actors know where to stand on stage? Who controls the lights? Go on a guided tour of a theater to find out! Meet an actor and a director, see how the lighting works, hear the orchestra tune up, and watch as cast and crew get ready to perform.

Broadway’s most esteemed visionaries tell all - how they got started in the business, how they chose projects, how they raise money, why some of their shows were huge hits and others flopped, and much more. From Flo Ziegfeld and David Merrick, from Joseph Papp, from Cameron Mackintosh, from today’s up-and-coming new generation of producers - here are priceless words of wisdom.

Everyone wants to be a writer, and they want to know what they can do to make that dream come true. However, most aspiring writers do not understand how to position themselves so they are ready when presented with an opportunity. They identify themselves as writers but have no writing samples, or their websites and social media talk all about their paintings or music but say nothing of who they are as writers.

Unlock the Secrets of Destiny and Career Advancement through Vastu Shastra! Are you seeking a profound transformation in your life, where destiny aligns with your career aspirations? Look no further! "Master Your DESTINY And CAREER With Vastu" presents a groundbreaking fusion of ancient wisdom and modern understanding, offering you a comprehensive guide to harnessing the power of Vastu Shastra for personal and professional fulfillment. Two Books in One: A Dual Journey to Success Embark on a dual journey that unveils the mysteries of destiny and career progression. In the first part, "Master...