The TheaterMakers Studio Blog

The Power of a CRM for TheaterMakers: Unlocking Success Jan 16, 2024

Hello, fellow TheaterMakers! As the CEO of The TheaterMakers Studio, I'm excited to share with you the indispensable tool that can revolutionize the way we manage our theater productions: Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. In this blog post, we'll delve into what a CRM is and why...

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15 Directors and Choreographers to Follow On Social Media Feb 24, 2023

Written By Melvin Tunstall III

Hey TheaterMakers! 

We’re back with another roundup of TheaterMakers to follow on your social media platforms. Today we set our sights on 15 Directors and Choreographers to watch! Did any of your favorites make the list? Check out the links below!

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A Quick Guide To Acquiring An Agent Feb 24, 2023

Written By Melvin Tunstall III

Hello TheaterMakers!

Lindsay Mendez, star of the Broadway revival of Godspell, once said “Getting an agent is hard, and I also think people rush to get an agent too soon.” 

We love a bit of sage advice from our TheaterMaker family, so before we dive...

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50 TheaterMakers To Follow On Instagram Dec 07, 2022

One of the recurring questions we get is: “how do we meet collaborators and other theatermakers?”.

One answer is simple: social media! 

Social media has a lot of pros and cons but one of the best things you can use it for is networking. Follow your idols and your favs, look up...

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5 Tips To Raising Funds For Your Show Nov 30, 2022

 Theater may be shut down for the foreseeable future, but the curtains will rise again. And when that happens, funds will be necessary to get our productions on their feet.

Lots of TheaterMakers have been asking us how to keep the ball rolling while in quarantine, so that the scripts...

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The Official 2022 Holiday Gift Guide For TheaterMakers Nov 23, 2022

 

It’s that time of year again (HOW? We have no idea.) And that means it’s time for our Annual Holiday Gift Guide for TheaterMakers! 

We eagerly look forward to this list every year, since it’s chock-full of all the theatermakin’ goodies your heart desires! Treat...

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5 Types of Packets You Can Use For Producer Submissions! Nov 16, 2022

  Written By Melvin Tunstall III

Q: What are the elements you think every writing team should have to present their show to producers? And what are some of the best approaches you’ve seen?

 From the looks of this week’s question, someone is preparing to submit a new show and...

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When Do You Need To Ask For The Rights To Something? Nov 09, 2022

Enter stage left. A client with an idea for a musical.  

It’s based on a real person’s life. And a lot of popular music written by several OTHER people.

A web of rights to untangle for sure.

This client had been working on this idea for years.  And had not yet even...

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For Immediate Release: DIY Press Releases Nov 02, 2022
Written by Melvin Tunstall III

Extra! Extra! Hey look at the headlines!

Historical news is being made!

Extra! Extra! They’re drawing a red line 

Around the biggest scoop of the decade!

-Dainty June and Her Newsboys, Gypsy

It hit me as I typed these lyrics, singing Stephen...

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You have 20 days to submit your show. Oct 26, 2022

If you have a new musical, this submission opportunity is for you. 

And if you’re looking for ways to get your show(s) out in the world and in front of people who are looking for new works, keep reading.

Our friends at Musical Theater Educators’ Alliance (MTEA) are launching a...

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“Stranger Things” can happen . . . Oct 26, 2022

 In 2016, “Stranger Things” premiered on Netflix to millions. And inspired by the cult following and the love of parody musicals, TheaterMaker Jonathan Hogue got to work.

In 2018, Jonathan announced plans to premiere his parody musical Stranger Sings! in a concert at...

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Clear the Path: Music Licensing for Musical Theater Oct 25, 2022

 

By: James Rocco

 Hi TheaterMakers! I'm James Rocco – some people call me Rocco, some Jamie – I am cool with all of them.

Like many of us in the theater industry, I have worn multiple hats: singer, actor, writer, producer, consultant, administrator, and, most frequently,...

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