Communication Artistry: A New and Necessary Book for Stage Managers
In 2021, I moderated a workshop at Southeastern Theatre Conference entitled Stage Management Communication with Production Teams. For one hour,
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Stage Management
What makes stage management essential to the success of live performing arts? On StageLync, delve into an extensive array of articles and news dedicated to the art and science of stage management. From best practices and insider tips to inspiring stories from seasoned professionals, our content offers a comprehensive look at how stage managers coordinate and execute flawless performances. Discover the strategies and skills that keep productions running smoothly and seamlessly on stage.
Ever Wonder What Does an Assistant Stage Manager Actually Do?
I’ve had a lot of conversations with people who want to understand what an ASM does. Not the job description
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What We Practice We Become
I’ve been in a lot of rooms where people are pretending not to feel anything. Meetings, rehearsals, backstage, in the
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We All Win When We Stop Competing
In an industry built on collaboration, it’s strange how isolating the job search can feel. We whisper about openings. We
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Stage Management 101: The Complete Beginner’s Guide for New and Aspiring SMs
Stage management is the art of being everywhere without being seen, solving problems before they happen, and holding a show
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What’s Wrong and Why We Need to Redefine Professionalism
Because staying in your lane might be the thing keeping us from going anywhere meaningful. “Stay in Your Lane” Is
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Why I Created a Personal Code of Ethics as a Stage Manager
Before I knew what a personal code of ethics was, I was already living one, just not consciously. What’s kept
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Culture, Burnout, and Why People Stay
The Hours Aren’t the Problem It was 11:58 p.m. when someone handed me a slice of pizza. We were breaking
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Emergency Preparedness Is Leadership: What Happens When You’re the Calm in the Chaos
It was a Wednesday matinee. School groups, late buses, a tired crew. We were halfway through act one when the
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Broadway Stage Management Symposium Connects and Unites
The Broadway Stage Management Symposium (BSMS) returns for its 11th year, welcoming stage managers of all levels to an enriching
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The StageLync Job Board: Stage Management Jobs
stagDiscover opportunities with the StageLync Job Board and find the latest Stage Management Jobs. The StageLync Job Board is
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When You’re Not in the Room
It was 8:53AM when the text came in. “Where are the mic batteries?” I was two hours away. Not calling
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How to Approach Conflict Resolution for Productive Conversations
In this article, I am discussing conflict. Conflict can quickly become an issue in the workplace and often arise due
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The Superpower of Kindness
My dear friend and colleague, Niko Lambros Smith, writes about what approaches have allowed him to make genuine connections with
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Dani Ironside – Company Manager at Bell Shakespeare: “I want to create a space where everyone feels valued and supported” (StageLync Podcast Ep.44)
Dani Ironside is the Company Manager at Bell Shakespeare, bringing experience from roles as a Stage Manager at Sydney Theatre
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Live Entertainment: Participation versus Contribution
Live entertainment thrives on collaboration, but not all collaboration is created equal. I’ve recently been contemplating what the difference is
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Managing Personalities in Live Entertainment
Live entertainment is a mosaic of diverse personalities, each bringing unique strengths and challenges to the table. Whether you’re leading
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Why Ethical Leadership Matters in Entertainment
Ethical leadership isn’t just about making the “right” choices—it’s about building trust, fostering respect, and creating an environment where people
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Building a Successful Stage Management Team
In this article, I am discussing some strategies for building a successful team. Building a strong and cohesive team is
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Working At and Leaving a Toxic Work Environment
I asked my friend Helen Moreau, who has written for Half-Hour before, to write another article, and when we were
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Stage Managers And Human Reaction Time
When I was first learning how to “be” a stage manager, I learned how to properly record blocking, how to
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