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How a theatre company is organized often determines its success. Why a company was formed in the first place is also of critical importance. Good research and planning, plus laying a solid foundation will serve you well long after the initial work has been completed.

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Additional Resources

  • Americans For the Arts.  Publications, advocacy, and much more. The organization's publications on management, volunteerism, and advocacy are especially helpful. |details
  • Center for Nonprofit Management, Supplying management, training and technology assistance to nonprofit organizations. |details
  • For an overview of the incorporation process, see the website of the Management Assistance Program for Nonprofits (MAP). |details

 

 

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  • Theatre Folk: Explanations of tasks & responsibilities of actors, directors, designers, producers, publicity managers, stage managers. |details
  • Theatrically Speaking, by Enid Holm. Topics covered in the 340-page book include the legalities: organizing and structuring for the business of theatre; developing codes of operation for business and artistic endeavors; management by goals and objectives; and much, much more. Included in the appendix are sample By laws, Articles of Incorporations, Annual Fund Drive Campaign, etc. It's available for order from the Texas Nonprofit Theatre Association. |details

 

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