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Stage Notes

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Guides

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So you’ve fallen in love with a script no one’s ever heard of—and now you have to convince your theatre board to say yes.

Guides

How to Choose the Right Play for Your Cast and Goals

Picking a play isn’t just about what you *like*—it’s about what actually *works* for your cast, your space, your audience, and your sanity.

Guides

How to Adapt a Play for Non-Traditional Spaces

Not every stage has curtains and a spotlight. Maybe you're working in a classroom, a black box, a conference room—or even on Zoom. The good news? Great theatre doesn’t need a proscenium.

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