Literal: Need to Know
- How does one get into the world of professional stage managing?
- How are the duties of a stage manager different from those of stage crew?
- Who is 'in charge' of a theatrical production?
- How does a stage manager organize their priorities?
- Is stage managing a stable job?
- Would a production be hindered by the absence of a stage manager?
Interpretive
- The most important thing gained from this experience was the experience itself. Stage managing isn't just another title to add to my resume, it is something I enjoy doing. I can honestly say I have fun working with the actors and crew to bring a script to life. The pride that comes with being able to say I helped in creating a great show that will be seen by hundreds of people in the period of a month is just plain awesome.
Applied
- Already being Head Stage Manager for iPoly drama, stage managing The Rainmaker only helped reinforce my desire to choose stage managing as my topic for the senior project. It is something I enjoy doing for iPoly, and this experience showed me it is just as satisfying on a professional level.
