The Accidental Producer

How Anyone Can Get Their Show on Stage

Tim Johanson

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Methuen Drama
30 November 2023

Theatre direction & production; Theatre management

Found yourself organising a show that you didn’t mean to? Or frustrated that no one else is producing your show and just want to do it yourself? You’re not alone. The Accidental Producer is the first-timer’s guide to getting a play, musical or anything else on stage. This step by step handbook explains every stage of the production process, from funding your project to selling the show and everything in between. Written by an experienced theatre producer this book additionally shares the perspectives of eleven industry specialists you might encounter on your journey. ·

Park Theatre Artistic Director, Jez Bond on how to connect to a venue decision maker

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Fleabag producer, Francesca Moody on the secrets to success at the Edinburgh Fringe ·

Arts Council England Relationship Manager, Paula Varjack on how securing their funding actually works ·

Press representative, Chloe Nelkin on how to maximise a show’s press coverage

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Agent, Alex Segal on approaching star actors This much-needed book’s liberating message is that anyone can produce a successful show, especially if they have in their armoury the advice of those that have come before.

By: Tim Johanson
Imprint: Methuen Drama
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
ISBN: 9781350338326
ISBN 10: 135033832X
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 30 November 2023
Audience: Primary & secondary/elementary & high school , College/higher education , Children's (6-12) , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Tim Johanson has worked as an independent theatre producer since 2011. He has produced and general-managed productions from 50-seat studio theatres to London's West End. He has produced under both commercial and subsidised models, worked in co-productions, general managed for major producers and first time producers, working in London, New York, Edinburgh and around the UK.

Reviews for The Accidental Producer: How Anyone Can Get Their Show on Stage

This book is absolutely essential for anyone forging a path as a theatre producer or for anyone who wants to know how to put on a show. It is an honest, informative, comprehensive and uplifting book that demystifies so much about theatre and makes you excited to find your next show and get going. * Adam Lenson, theatre director *