Production Manager's Toolkit

<p><em>The Production Manager’s Toolkit Second Edition</em> offers an up-to-date, comprehensive introduction to a theatrical and special event production career for new and aspiring professionals, given by expert voices in the field.</p><p>The book discusses management techniques, communication skills, and relationship building tactics to become effective and successful production managers. With a focus on management theory, top production managers provide insights into budgeting, scheduling, meetings, hiring, maintaining safety, and more. Through interviews and case studies, production management techniques are explored throughout various entertainment genres including theatre, dance, opera, music, and special events. The second edition includes all new case studies, new chapters, and updated content throughout, showcasing a continued progressive approach to the job and the field.</p><p>Filled with references, tools, templates, and checklists, <i>The Production Manager’s Toolkit </i>is an invaluable resource for students of Production Management, Events Management, and Stage Management courses, as well as new and aspiring professionals.</p><p>The book includes access to a companion website featuring downloadable paperwork and links to other useful resources such as unions, venues, and vendors. (www.routledge.com/cw/gillett)</p> <p>1. Communication 2. Relationships 3. Management Techniques and Theory 4. How to be an Anti-Racist Production Manager 5. Planning and Scheduling 6. Meetings 7. Money and Budget 8. Hiring and Casting 9. Safety 10. Theatre 11. Opera 12. Dance 13. Rock and Roll 14. Symphony Music 15. Presenting 16. Co-productions 17. Touring 18. Special Events 19. Pathway Toward a Career in Production Management 20. Balance</p>