Plays

You have a flash of inspiration. You have a story that you want to tell. Maybe you have a class project. You want to write a play. You’ve decided to tell a story through live theater. Writing a...

In school, most of us read at least one Shakespeare play. Romeo and Juliet, being one of the most well known of his tragedies, is typically read in high schools around the country. ...

There are many reasons one can get into playwriting. One of the most common involves the urge to move your peers to some degree: whether through humor, high drama, or fantasy. Whether you believe...

The Copyright rules can be confusing. But unless you are producing one of Shakespeare's plays or something older. The rights to the play you are considering probably belong to a publishing...

Many theaters allow people to volunteer to be ushers. Volunteer ushers get to see the show for free in exchange for helping out. Becoming an usher is easy.

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Some of the most exciting theatre in NYC isn't on the Great White Way, and if you're willing to show up early and do a little ushering work, you can see some great productions for free.

Find out how find a great one act play. Find out what kind of play to avoid, what kind of play to look for.

When I first moved here (the south of France, for those of you who are here because you really want to know how to know a hawk from a handsaw and not just because you're one of those who'd want to...

Living on a tight budget often means giving up certain indulgences, but there are ways to save money and still enjoy the finer things in life.

Auditions can be a scary thing. By preparing yourself for the situation, you can use your nerves to better your performance.

Who doesn't love live theater? Plays are amazing and watching actors perform live is a great experience, but the cost of those tickets can add up quick. Here are some tips for saving money on...

Applying stage make-up is only limited by the Director's preference or your own imagination. Anyone can apply stage make-up and it's a great way to volunteer at the elementary and high school levels!

Washington, D.C. has become a mecca for good theater. Often good theater is not cheap, but if you are willing to give a little to get a little, you can see lots of plays for free or at a...

Have you ever wanted to see your favorite productions for cheap or free? Here are some tried and true ways that will help you do just that. The show must go on...make sure you are there to see it!

Outside of New York and Chicago, Washington, DC has an active theater community. There are many great theater companies and spots to watch plays in this town. However, one of my biggest downside...

Directing a play is challenging, energizing, and very rewarding. Here are some steps to remember when taking on the role of the "director".

Shakespeare? Seriously, Shakespeare? Like, Wow, man. Heavy. But then again maybe not so much.

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To be a Make Up Artist is just that, being an Artist with make up... just imagine you are "painting" someone's face...

Even experienced stage directors sometimes overlook the importance of organized auditions. Planning this process and finding the balance between the creative and the practical can make the entire...

Dramaturgs provide crucial historical and literary information to the production team during the production of a play. A research-based position, dramaturgy requires extreme discipline and...

The Phoenix Theatre in Indianapolis is housed in a converted church, but you won’t find much reverence here. The Phoenix is your best bet in the city for off-beat, contemporary plays and musicals,...

Shakespeare. One name that intimidates many people. Perhaps it is the language that confuses you. It might be memories of the dreadfully dreary way you were introduced to the wonderful works of...

Sometimes you're just not feeling it and even the best actors just want to pack up and go home. Are you ready to reboot your artistic abilities?

Are your babies ready to do battle with the Bard? Alliteration aside, here are the four basic steps to keeping Shakespeare so simple that a child can do it.

Did you fall into your first directing gig with no idea how to take a play from page to finish product? Not to worry, good directing advice is right around the corner.

A play is meant to be heard not read. The best (and only!?) way to know that your play is everything you want it to be, is to hear it read aloud. It is an essential part of the writing process....

With over 200 shows, the fringe festival can seem overwhelming. With a few simple tips, you can go to the next fringe festival feeling like a seasoned pro.

New York City's Shakespeare in the Park is one of the most popular summer theatre events in Manhattan. Presented by the Public Theatre, this event is absolutely free. Here's an insiders guide to...

Are you the next Arthur Miller? Do you have a computer full of plays no one has seen? Getting your plays produced takes patience and persistence (and talent), but there are certain steps that can...

There is nothing like a play to bring people of all ages together for some serious fun after school or in the evenings or during vacation. Here's how you can be a play producer, with a budget as...