The curtains have closed on your last performance. Your cast and crew feel happy, accomplished, and ready for some rest. But before you wrap up this chapter of your theatre journey, a post-mortem is necessary to improve your next showcase. You may be asking what, exactly, is a post-mortem. Much like a locker room breakdown […]
Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! If you’re searching for ways to improve your mental health – and enjoy yourself while doing so – try engaging with theatre or other performing arts experiences. On The Stage explores a few ways that theatre itself can improve mental well-being… one performance at a time. Theatre Creates a Community […]
Ahh, the sweet sound of summertime. While you may look at this reprieve as a time for rest and relaxation, you can also use it to bolster your theatre program. How? By hosting theatre camps, of course! If you’re not sure where to start, we offer a variety of reasons why theatre camp can change […]
Happy Earth Day! Sustainability is paramount to keeping the world a safe and healthy place – and you can start enacting greener practices in your theatre today. On The Stage offers a few tips to get you started. Focus on energy efficiency Keeping your theatre energy efficient is an excellent way to increase sustainability and […]
In the world of performing arts, you may not consider marketing efforts to be top priority – especially if you’re hard at work making theatre magic. But, it’s a sad truth that not as many people will see that theatre magic if you’re not diligent about your marketing and promotion. Like many a harried creative, […]
If the onset of musical season brings mixed feelings of excitement and nerves, you’re no the only one! It’s time to embark on a thrilling journey of selecting, directing, and showcasing your musical production, and sometimes that can feel overwhelming. But it’s important to remember that while musicals present unique challenges, they also offer fresh […]
Recently at On The Stage, we recognized World Autism Awareness Day on April 2nd. The world of theatre thrives on creativity and inclusivity, and this includes individuals on the autism spectrum. At On The Stage, we believe in making theatre accessible to all, and embracing neurodivergent perspectives is crucial to enhancing the world of neurodiverse […]
Happy Women’s History Month, theatre-makers! This month and every month, make sure to celebrate the many women who make up the beautiful tapestry of the arts – from Broadway and movie stars to writers, producers, directors, makeup artists, poets, costume designers, tech wizards, and everything in between. To show our appreciation, we’ll take a quick […]
Planning and executing a successful theatre production is no joke, and certainly no easy task. Right as you feel you’ve gotten a handle on things, there will likely be another obstacle – either creative or practical – that needs your attention. Before you begin planning your next showcase, On The Stage offers a step-by-step guide […]