{"title":"Michael Smalley","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichael Smalley's works offer insightful explorations into the world of performance, with a special focus on the craft of \u003cem\u003estage management\u003c\/em\u003e. His writing provides practical guidance and an in-depth understanding of the art and logistics behind theatrical productions, appealing to both seasoned professionals and those new to the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted firmly in the realm of \u003cstrong\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/strong\u003e, Smalley's books blend technical expertise with a passion for the theatre, making complex concepts accessible and engaging. Readers can expect a thoughtful examination of the collaborative nature of live performance and the vital role of organisation in bringing productions to life.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"stage-management-by-michael-smalley-9781350360549","title":"Stage Management","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrawing on interview material from more than 20 leading stage managers from the UK, USA and Australia, this book situates the contemporary practice of stage management within its historical and social contexts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQuestioning the notions of the invisible stage manager and a linear production process, it argues for a broader conception of stage management lying at the intersections of administration, management and artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume places stage management practice within key theories drawn from the diverse fields of performance studies, semiotics, phenomenology, distributed cognition, management and scenography. It champions the creative agency of stage management and details the properties of communication which stage managers manipulate and the objectives they set out to achieve as a guide for decision making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it considers the different approaches necessitated by productions from different cultures, genres, and so on, it offers a view of stage management which is not bound by these differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47432646951148,"sku":"9781350360549","price":65.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781350360549.jpg?v=1774555160"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/michael-smalley.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}