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Show Time! How to Plan for a Successful Production

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Show Time! How to Plan for a Successful Production

Before you begin planning your next showcase, On The Stage offers a step-by-step guide to creating a cohesive and (relatively) stress-free show in five easy steps.
Combating Ableism: How to Make Your Program More Inclusive

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Combating Ableism: How to Make Your Program More Inclusive

On The Stage offers creators a few avenues to combat ableism in theatre and create a more inclusive program.
8 Fun Ways to Raise Money for your Organization

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8 Fun Ways to Raise Money for your Organization

As your fall season ensues, it’s time to focus on padding that bottom line. On The Stage has you covered with eight of our best fundraising ideas.
5 Things You Need to Know Going into Tech Week

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5 Things You Need to Know Going into Tech Week

As tech week arrives, you may be feeling overwhelmed. On The Stage offers some tips to help you prepare, as well as the handy A Director’s Guide to a Successful Tech Week.
11 Hot Tips to Get Businesses to Sponsor Your Production

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11 Hot Tips to Get Businesses to Sponsor Your Production

Securing production sponsorships for your theatre can take a showcase to the next level. Here are hot tips to scope out and secure business sponsorships.
That's the Spirit: 9 Halloween Improv Games

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That's the Spirit: 9 Halloween Improv Games

With Halloween right around the corner, On The Stage suggests some on-theme improv games to get you in the spooky mood.
25 Ice Breakers to Help Your Cast Get to Know One Another

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25 Ice Breakers to Help Your Cast Get to Know One Another

On The Stage offers 25 suggestions for dynamic and easy-to-execute icebreakers for you to try at your next rehearsal.
Theatre Box Office Best Practices [2023 Updated]

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Theatre Box Office Best Practices [2023 Updated]

Unlock the secrets to a thriving box office! On The Stage shares expert insights to boost ticket sales and elevate the patron experience.
Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month through Theatre

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Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month through Theatre

On The Stage celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month with plays, novels, and musicals representing the Latinx community.