Venues
Why a Low Ceiling Changes the Shape of a Scene
Why a low ceiling changes the shape of a scene: see how a small theater can preserve visual scale by simplifying…
The collection
All stories
Browse writing on the spaces, craft and shared customs of local live performance.
Stagecraft
A Flat Backdrop or an Open Stage?
Choosing a flat backdrop or open stage helps a small production set visual context, preserve movement, and give the…
Traditions
How Audiences Followed a Play Before Printed Programmes
Learn how audiences followed a play before printed programmes, through spoken cues, familiar stories, visible signs…
Production
The Prop Table Is Not a Storage Shelf
Prop table organization makes handoffs easier to track, returns simpler to verify, and missing items quicker to spot…
Audience
A First Visit to an Outdoor Summer Performance
Plan your first outdoor summer performance with a venue-ready bag, a clear sightline, and simple ways to stay…