How-to

How to make a video preview for the stage

By Ben McGinley
Posted Tuesday, February 23

Can you use film to sell theater? One of our favorite videographers explains how and, especially for new work, why.

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Just do it

By MinnesotaPlaylist
Posted Wednesday, May 20

Your handy-dandy guide to new work development opportunities, compiled by MinnesotaPlaylist Intern, Anna Sundberg.

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Using the tubes

By Matthew Foster
Posted Monday, February 23

Two rules for online media: If you build it, they won't come, and everything will take more labor than you think. Scared? Don't worry. There are options.

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How to be a critic

By John Middleton
Posted Thursday, February 12

Clarity is not your friend; foreign-sounding words are - and other tricks of the critical trade from John Middleton.

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The follow-up

By Alan M. Berks
Posted Sunday, February 8

Some journalists will tell you that they haven't got time to answer their phones. Call them anyway.

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The press release

By Alan M. Berks
Posted Monday, February 2

Don't give reporters reason to curse you. Make sure your press release spreads word of your show, easy and smooth.

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Eleven tips for rehearsal

By Sarah Gioia
Posted Thursday, November 20

Directing on a shoestring budget often requires greater organizational skills than seems fair. Here are eleven ways to handle it.

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Space for rent

By MinnesotaPlaylist
Posted Thursday, November 6

Specs and contact information for twenty good rehearsal spaces.

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$hiny object$

By Matthew Foster
Posted Monday, December 15

Before they’ll buy a ticket, your audience wants to see that you’re competent. Welcome to graphic design.

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