In many levels of live theatre -- children's, community, showcase, educational, and professional -- there are few provisions for training in stage management. It is often assumed that anyone can do the job reasonably well without previous training or experience. Few places exist where anyone can find a written summary of useful principles or primary needs of a stage manager. Previous editions have sold well consistently since the first edition was published! Called the bible of stage management , this book is a systematic and extremely practical examination of the stage manager's role in today's theatre. Full of practical aids like checklists, diagrams, glossaries, and step-by-step directions, this volume has been used by professionals across the country for years. This guide is a valuable tool for all producers, directors, stage managers, and supervisors of theatrical programs regardless of theatre level or staging environment.