Theatre audition season can be an anxious time for directors and actors alike. While a little stress is normal during these auditions, it shouldn’t cause anyone to panic.  As the leader of your theatre, you should always be thinking about innovative ways to create a safe, supportive, and positive environment during your auditions and long […]

Planning your theatre season can be stressful, no doubt about it. You want to ensure your actors and techies are happy with the showcases while appeasing your loyal donors, challenging your creative team, and ensuring you can profit from the shows.  If you’re stuck between several choices or aren’t quite sure where to start when […]

With your fall season right around the corner, your mind may be spinning. After all, you’ve got to choose your shows, announce your season, run rehearsals, nail tech week, produce beautiful productions… The list goes on and on. However, one critical component of your planning should be mastering your audition and casting strategies. Running smooth, […]

Although it may be hard to believe due to the sweltering heat, fall is just around the corner. That means pumpkin-spice everything, beautiful foliage, spooky movies… and your upcoming theatre season and fall production, of course!  If you think we’re jumping the gun, remember it’s never too early to start marketing your fall offerings. It […]

In the dynamic world of theatre, financial stability is crucial for the success of any production. Despite the passion and creativity that drive theatremakers, more often than not securing adequate funding remains a challenge. What if we told you there was a hidden reservoir of unclaimed cash that could be accessed to support your artistic […]

In a recent Ask Me Anything (AMA) session, On The Stage’s founder, Hunter Arnold, shared his thoughts on the current state of theatre and what lies ahead. Arnold also founded TBD Theatricals and, through his work as a Tony and Olivier Award-winning producer, has played a pivotal role in bringing acclaimed productions to the stage, […]

As the curtains close and your team takes its final bows, you may be ready to head to the beach, the bar, or the couch to celebrate another job well done. While you absolutely deserve that break, there’s just one small thing to do before you relax: host your postmortem. If you’re unsure what that […]

It’s never too late to create a more sustainable theatre. As Earth Day approaches, it’s the perfect time to think about your theatre’s environmental effect on your community – and the world at large. If you take a look at your day-to-day operations and general behaviors, there are sure to be a few places where […]

In the theatre world, tech week is one beast that’s tough to conquer – whether you’re a school program, community theatre, or professional non-equity entity. Yes, it will be fast-paced; yes, it will be stressful; and yes, mistakes will happen. That’s the beauty of live theatre! That being said, there are plenty of ways to […]

As an innovative leader in the world of theatre, you’re likely looking for new ways to improve the experience for your patrons. That could be through technology upgrades, more immersive showcases, better-quality merchandise, or stronger theatre-patron relationships. One method for enhancing the audience experience that you may not have considered is the use of post-show […]

Your front-of-house box office team is the lifeblood of your organization for a variety of reasons. They are integral in creating a great first impression of your theatre, and they handle one of the most important aspects of your business: selling tickets.  That being said, this integral team needs to feel empowered and equipped with […]

In the hustle and bustle of putting together a great show, you may forget why you’re creating your end product. It’s not for revenue, notoriety, or personal development – although those are great perks! No, presenting theatre is about sharing creativity, creating a community, and facilitating memorable experiences for your patrons.  You might be thinking: […]

Swag. Merch. Goodies. No matter what you call it, there’s a universal truth about merchandise: people love it. Whether it’s a shirt, a hat, a poster, or a mug, selling branded items can be a major key to your theatre’s growing success. Offering a variety of benefits that will engage, excite, and grow your audience, […]