S1 E14 Production Manager

It’s an in-depth look at the whole production process! From conception presentation though to paperwork required for a show to hit the road. With tips on managing crew and scheduling, managing the different requirements of all departments during bump ins and rehearsals, to the detailed documents required With a passion for sustainability we hear about how she is helping make theatres a more sustainable environment. The French Brace where the arts and environmental sustainability come together in a very practical way, sharing materials and resources. https://www.facebook.com/thefrenchbrace/   Podcast Episode Summary 00:00 Intro 1:14 Why do you think live theatre is important for people? 2:08 What personal qualities are required to be a good production manager? 3:13 What are the roles and responsibilities of a production manager? 5:42 How do you handle disputes or disagreements between people? 7:02 The importance of networking. 8:02 Giving less experienced people a go to gain experience. 8:47 Being a mentor for the less experienced  people on your team? Pre Production; 9:41   What is the different paperwork you need to produce and keep up to date when managing a show? 15:18 You don’t make them but you see Rehearsal and show reports? 17:04 What do you do during the rehearsal process? 18:29 Any thing else in pre production or rehearsals that we have missed? Bump In; 20:45 What does your first day of bump in look like? 26:18 How do you ensure quality in all areas of production? 27:43 In your experience, how do you develop a good team? Tech Run; 30:40 What are you doing in tech run? 34:42 Do you allow time in your schedule for tech time for fix ups and adjustments? Dress Run; 35:38 How do you respond to working under pressure? 38:39 Do any of your responsibilities change during dress run? 41:44 Any other words on dress runs Show Day; 43:14 Give an example of a typical show day. 47:25 What are the day to day task to keep a show running? Bump Out; 49:59 Are you around for bump-out? Post Production 53:31 What are your responsibilities? 55:34 I know you have a passion for sustainability and up-cycling in theatre, can you give a few tips on how people can make the theatre more sustainable? 59:02 Can you provide some examples of this in the rehearsal room or in the theatre? 60.00 Any tips or tricks you would like to pass on? 63:00 Outro  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.