People Involved in Production Companies

Playwright

writes the script for the play

director

guide the production and analysis of the script

actor

create the characters and bring the story to life

designer

interperat the script and directors vision to create the physical environment and characters

choreographer

create movement and dance

musical director

guide musicians and singers to interperat the music

fight director

create the violence

composer / lyricist

create the music and lyrics for musicals

Production manager- oversee the creation of the production elements and they manage the budget and schedule 

oversee the creation of the production elements and they manage the budget and schedule 

Stage manager:

guides rehearsals and create documents for the successful run of a show and are in charge of the show during performances 

Technical director-

create a plan for the construction of the set designer’s vision and oversee the scenic crew, electrics, and sound 

Costume shop manager-

in charge of the construction of the costume designers vision and oversee everything in the costume shop 

Prop master-

making or finding all props 

Master electrician-

oversee the hanging and focusing of the lights 

Master carpenter-

head carpenter 

Scenic planter-

paint the backgrounds and large props 

General manager

oversee the budgets, negotiate contracts, and licencing a show 

Company manager:

in charge of payroll, contracts, and living or travel needs 

Marketing director-

oversee the proportion of the show 

Box office manager-

manage all ticket sales 

House manager-

take care of audience and oversee ushers and concessions 

Concessions manager-

in charge of all foods, drinks, and merchandise sold 

Usher-

assist the patriots by guiding them to their seats and giving them programs