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Making Dance

From Studio to Stage

Setting a Schedule

Good planning is essential to any production. There are many large and small tasks that need to be accomplished, from choosing dancers and creating the sound score to printing flyers and selling tickets. Creating a list helps to ensure that nothing is missed.

Items will fall into various categories. For example:

  • Creation and Rehearsal Process
  • Financing and Payment
  • Venue
  • Technical aspects (lighting, sound, etc.)
  • Promotion
  • Tickets and Guest List
  • Post-Show Wrap Up

When the list is complete, a tentative production schedule is set. Once the venue booking is confirmed, the production is tied to a fixed deadline. The production manager revises the schedule as the production date nears and the time spent in the theatre is eventually detailed down to the hour. Delegating tasks and identifying deadlines pave the way for a smooth process.

However, there are usually unforeseen bumps along the way. In addition to changes in deadlines, there may be revisions to the financial situation as the project progresses. Keeping track of the budget enables appropriate decisions to be made when changes occur.

Things almost always take longer than planned. Being realistic with the timeline enables the team to adjust as needed.

 

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