“Such
a breadth of experience is
unusual and Mr. Metzler
decided to set his knowledge
down in a book. The result is
a sort of layman's guide to
how things get done in the
professional theatre. Metzler
writes in a pleasant,
conversational style and What
We Do is a quick and
entertaining read. He often
uses examples from his own
career to illustrate
points, and conveys a
real sense of what it means to
survive in professional
theatre if you don't become a
headliner. What We Do will
also be useful for high school
and college students
considering theatre as a
career...”
talkinbroadway.com
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.Are you a theatre person?
This
book
will help explain your life
to non-theatre friends and
family,and
even give you a better
understanding
of the career you’ve chosen.
Are you a
theatre student
or professor?
This book is a
must-have for every
intro-to-theatre
reading
list
—
and an
ideal
resource for those focused on
a professional career.
.
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What
We Do is a general,
insider's, behind-the-scenes
exploration of the who, what
and where of theatre life in
New York. It explores where
plays come from and how they
get produced; describes the
kinds of people who work in
the theatre, and a little of
what they do; and explains
how directors, stage
managers and actors, etc.
look for work, keep their
jobs and what they do
when they are out of
work.
.
What
We Do also looks at the
different types
of theaters and theatre
companies, and explains the
similar and contrasting
features that make all theatre
the same — yet different. It
even outlines a typical
audition situation; looks at
an average rehearsal day; and
observes a load in and a work
call — all from the
point-of-view of someone who has actually
worked in all areas of the
theatre.
ORDER online
at: BBOTW.com
(under
Performing
Arts/Theatre)
AMAZON.com
In New York at: The
Drama Book Shop
250 W. 40th St.
:: New York, NY 10018
Tel: (212) 944-0595
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