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How to Cover a Tattoo Using Theatrical Makeup

By Paula Parker

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Tattoos are common sights these days, but there may be times when you don't want that colorful image to show. If you have access to a source that sells theatrical makeup, you easily can cover a tattoo... more »

How to Create a Theater Backdrop

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The theater is a wonderful place of dreams and magic, and part of that magic is the setting. For especially magical and unique settings, such a forest or city skyline, you must create a theater backdrop that can help transport the cast and the ... more »

How to Create Lightning Effects on Stage

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Lightning effects are used to convey a sense of drama and realism to a stage production when a storm is called for by the script. Here's how to create the illusion of lightning for the stage... more »

How to Create Snow Effects on Stage

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Snow effects can transform a stage from a plain platform to a realistic winter scene. It isn't difficult to create the items that can make interesting snow effects, but it takes more than the items to make it realistic. Some of the realism of ... more »

How to Create Theater Special Effects

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Special effects on the movie screen are becoming more awe inspiring every year with technological breakthroughs and artistic know-how. Special effects in the theater can be just as awe inspiring with technology, but the artistic know-how is more ... more »

How to Create Wind Effects on Stage

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Wind effects on stage are important to evoke certain emotions. For example, strong, gusty wind can warn of impending danger. On the other hand, a cool, light wind conveys contentment or a relaxed mood. There are several ways to create wind ... more »

How to Cue for Sound Effects During Stage Productions

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Live theater leaves little room for error. During a performance, sound effects must occur at exactly the right time. You can cue for sound effects during a stage production using a number of methods. Find the one that works best for you and your ... more »

How to Direct a Church Play

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Church plays are an exciting and fun way to enhance a church community. Directing a play for your church can be challenging and time consuming, but with the right attitude and a little patience, the outcome will be well worth the trouble... more »

How to Direct a Kids Christmas Show

By EliazarPlatt

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Lucky you, you have been selected to direct the kid Christmas show this year. No experience? No problem. Directing kids is easier than you might think. Read on to learn how to direct a kids Christmas show... more »

How to Direct a Lighting Designer

By Violetsnow

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Theatrical lighting is a vital part of modern plays, and the lighting designer must understand the director’s creative vision in order to set the proper mood for each scene. Some plays have simple lighting needs, while others are more complex. ... more »

How to direct a play and have fun at the same time.

By americanpatriot

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Directing a play is a great deal of work and can be a lot of fun at the same time. I have acted in plays which were fun and challenging and some that were no fun at all. Don't get me wrong. It is not the directors job to amuse the actors when ... more »

How to Direct a Play You’ve Written

By YouAreJelly

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Directing a play you wrote yourself can be tricky. On the one hand, you are making sure your original vision is not tampered with. On the other hand, you’re losing out on the fresh perspective an outside director can bring to a script. Here ... more »

How to Direct an Actor Who Speaks in a Monotone

By Violetsnow

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Community theater can provide exhilarating experiences for everyone involved, but a director may have to cast actors with a wide range of abilities. The challenge of getting a good performance from an inexperienced actor is often highly ... more »

How to Direct Contestant Etiquette in a Beauty Pageant

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Helping contestants display appropriate pageant etiquette is an important role of the director. Look out for the reputation of your pageant and the contestants by using these tips to focus on good pageant etiquette... more »

How to Direct Groups in a Beauty Pageant

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Choosing how to break up age groups or divisions in your pageant is essential for the fairness of the event. Direct your groups carefully for a well run beauty pageant... more »

How to Direct the Talent Category of a Beauty Pageant

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Many beauty pageants allow contestants to show more than their physical beauty in the competition by hosting a talent portion of the contest. Here's how to direct the talent category in your pageant... more »

How to Dramaturg A Professional Play

By UHFTycoon

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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 dedication. Yet dramaturgs often help shape the ... more »

How to Enjoy the Theater in Dallas/Ft. Worth

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Dallas boasts a panoply of quality live theaters. While few out-of-towners realize it, Dallas has a vibrant theatrical scene, and theatergoers have a milieu of options to choose from. Here’s a way to spend a pleasant evening at the theater in ... more »

How to Enjoy Theatre in Charleston, SC

By IlaniSB

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From the annual Piccolo Spoleto festival to local and student productions, you will find many opportunities to enjoy great theatre in Charleston, South Carolina. There are several well-known theatre companies, including The Footlight Players, ... more »

How to Find a Good Stage Manager

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A good Stage Manager must be disciplined, punctual, detail-oriented, and experienced. This position entails a huge amount of responsibility. Hire someone you think you would work well with. The SM manages all of the practical matters in a ... more »

How to Get Sponsors for a Client if You're an Agent

By parvenue

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Many of us know the frustrations of trying to sell a product, but when your product is a human being it makes it even more challenging. How do you get sponsors for your clients? Follow my steps and you'll be well on your way to securing ... more »

How to Go to the Theater in Indianapolis

By Ashley Petry

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Indianapolis residents often say that Indiana’s capital city offers all the amenities of a big city, without the big-city problems. That’s not exactly true, but it says a lot for the city’s cultural offerings, which include a wide range of ... more »

How to Hold a Theatrical Pre-Production Meeting

By Violetsnow

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As the director of a play, one of your responsibilities is to coordinate the efforts of backstage personnel to help your vision come to life. A meeting of production staff at the start of the rehearsal period can be helpful, especially if you're ... more »

How to Interest Teens in Theater

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Today's teens are accustomed to fast action, special effects and cookie-cutter plots from films and TV. They learn in school about Sophocles and Shakespeare, but this gives them the impression plays are an antiquated format. They hear about hit ... more »

How to Join the Dramatists Guild of America

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The Dramatists Guild of America is a nationwide group of playwrights, composers and lyricists who write for stage. It was established over 80 years ago and has more than 6,000 members in the United States who are working authors of Broadway, ... more »

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