MAJOR STAFFS

Producer
 creates an approved budget, makes sure that everything gets done by deadlines and on
budget
 participates in the audition process and is responsible for knowing and getting all the
crew that is needed.
 runs weekly production meetings and facilitates meetings with the director and
individual departments

Director
 responsible for creating a coherent and consistent artistic concept/vision of the play
(i.e script, music, dance).

Stage Manager
 is the coordinator and organizer of the production.
 schedules rehearsals and rehearsal space, ensures that all cast are present at rehearsal,
and records all technical and blocking information (lighting, music and actor cues,
props, furniture, transitions, etc).

Music Director
 is in charge of music and singing in a production.
 this person decides what music and/or songs are needed for the show at the request of
the director and/or choreographer, and figures out how to accomplish that.

MINOR STAFFS
 Technical Director is responsible for all the technical aspects of the show:
schedules and runs "move" (sets into the space), "put-in" (installation of lights and
sets into the space) and "strike" (the breakdown of lights and sets and cleaning up
the space).
 Set Designer draws a design for the performance space that incorporates the
requirements of the script, director, music director, and the choreographer.
 Lighting Designer creates a lighting scheme and special effects based on the
requirements of the script and the director.
 Costume Designer creates a line of clothing and accessories for the cast.
 Sound Designers figure out what props are needed. They will rent, borrow or build
props as needed within the budget.
 Publicity/Advertising Manager assesses the mediums and outlets to advertise in.
 Makeup and Hair Designer is responsible for making sure that there are makeup
and supplies for the show, including any specialty makeup and hair items. They are
also to make sure that the actors have the appropriate makeup and hair style
consistent for the play.