You must possess some very special traits:

You must have an ordered and disciplined mind. You must know how to put first thing first. You must keep cool and refuse to panic in an emergency. You must have a keen imagination. You must have good public relations.

1. Prepare preliminary lists (called plots)

characters in order of appearance acts and scenes settings lighting property 1. used by actors 2. necessary for the plot effects and furnishing for settings wardrobe a prompt script

2. Attend rehearsals once the director has blocked

the scenes.

3. Provide a place for rehearsals if the stage is not

available.

4. Use substitute furniture and props during the first

days of rehearsals.

5. Rehearse effects early. 6. Time the complete scene. 7. Keep a record of all copies of the script, taking
note of all changes.

8. File a record of the scripts including editing and to

HOW TO BECOME A GOOD

STAGE MANAGER
In the world of professional theatre, the stage manager is one of the most important players.
The most important job of the Stage Manager is to maintain the artistic integrity of the show once it has opened. During rehearsals, the Stage Manager is the hub of information. He or she takes blocking notation, runs design meetings, sets up the rehearsal space, and is the great communicator to everyone.

1. Start early.

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2. Get the training needed.

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3. Be early and then late.

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4. Establish control from the very first audition.

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5. Say little.

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6. Be hands on and ready to pitch in on everything.

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7. Pay attention throughout the rehearsal process.

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8. Be aware that everyone in the production is looking to you to set the tone of the production.

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9. Dress conservatively.

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10. Your loyalty needs to lie with your show and your Producer.

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11. Think ahead.

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12. Do not be intimidated by actors.

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13. Look out for the actors as a group.

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14. At rehearsals, always set the tone for a calm and professional atmosphere.

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15. If you have assistants, make sure to delegate tasks to them.

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what the manager can do.

what you can do
for your manager. Think of

Do not think of