Productions of all sizes go through the same process
Producing a script is the fundamental activity that lays the foundation for the backbone of all theatre. At the core of all past theatrical productions, was the simple idea to produce a script that someone felt passionately about. Producing a script correctly and efficiently will allow an entire team of theatrical artists to engage in an exciting creative process that will hopefully lead to a beautiful and maybe even an acclaimed production. Producing a script the wrong way will render the entire team's efforts futile and may lead to legal ramifications.
Instructions
The Production Process
1. Reserve a performance space. If you run your own theatrical company and have access to a theatre space, then use that. Other producing hopefuls may need to rent a space, transform personal property into a performance-ready space, or register with a town or business to use a public space, such as a park or parking lot.
2. Gain the rights to perform the play. Unless the play is in the public domain or someone in the company owns the rights to the play, royalties will likely have to be paid in order to perform the script. Failure to do so can result in the production being shut down, with legal penalties. Most scripts have instructions on whom to contact when considering production. It is often located near the copyright page.
3. Assemble the production team, both artistic and administrative. The artistic team includes actors, designers, directors, crew, and stage managers. The administrative part of the production team will handle business aspects such as publicity, box office, and budget.
