How to Run a Theater: A Witty, Practical and Fun Guide to Arts Management - Softcover

Volz, Jim

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0823083136 ISBN 13: 9780823083138

Publisher: Back Stage Books,U.S., 2004

Synopsis

The definitive arts management guide, this book is written with tremendous insight and humour and packed with dozens of lists, such as 22 Wonderful Ways to Improve Your Life in the Theater and 20 Distractions that Erode Productivity. It provides information on improving an organization by building audiences, bolstering fundraising, and tightening finances. Also covered are tips for solidifying relationships with boards, volunteers, communities, and colleagues. It's all here, from managing one's own life, working with a board of trustees, and managing a team, to negotiating, fundraising, marketing, and financial management. This resource will appeal to all those who work in arts management, from novices to veteran middle managers and executive directors.

About this title

About the Author:

Jim Volz is a nationally known theater producer, author, educator, advocate, and columnist. He is a professor at California State University and president of Consultants for the Arts. He lives in Orange County, CA.

About this edition

• Publisher: Back Stage Books,U.S.
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0823083136
• ISBN 13: 9780823083138
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 208