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Notes from the box office, the rehearsal room and the front of house - written for the people who put on the show.

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Personalized Patron Experiences: Building a Loyal Audience

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Personalized Patron Experiences: Building a Loyal Audience

On The Stage presents a few key ways to build a loyal audience and keep patrons engaged with personalized patron experiences.

8 Things Every New Theatre Director Must Know

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8 Things Every New Theatre Director Must Know

If you’re new to the world of directing, On The Stage can help. We offer a few things every new theatre director should know.

Shark Week: How to Make an Underwater Set Design

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Shark Week: How to Make an Underwater Set Design

Creating an underwater set may seem complicated, but it doesn't have to be. Here are tips to create a high-quality underwater set design.

10 Theatre Marketing Techniques

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10 Theatre Marketing Techniques

Marketing is an integral part of a successful theatre. On The Stage offers several theatre marketing strategies to help.

The Rise of Immersive Theatre

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The Rise of Immersive Theatre

On The Stage explores what, exactly, immersive theatre is, and how you can utilize it in your future programming.

Exploring the Positive Effects of Theatre on Mental Health 

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Exploring the Positive Effects of Theatre on Mental Health 

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, On The Stage shares a few ways that theatre can positively affect a person’s mental wellbeing.

The Final Touches: 5 Key Elements to Elevate Your Show to Perfection

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The Final Touches: 5 Key Elements to Elevate Your Show to Perfection

Tech week can be hectic, but there's also amazing opportunities for improvement. On The Stage has a few ways to add some last minute magic.

Beyond the Magic Carpet: Shoba Narayan's Story

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Beyond the Magic Carpet: Shoba Narayan's Story

In honor of Asian American Heritage Month, we take a look at the incredible new career of South Asian actor Shoba Narayan.

Last-Minute Ticket Sales: Maximizing Revenue and Attendance

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Last-Minute Ticket Sales: Maximizing Revenue and Attendance

On The Stage presents a few ways to maximize revenue and attendance during the last few days before your theatrical showcase.