Arts Professionals -Theater

Comprehensive software packages designed for actors. Mailing lists of agents and casting directors, postcard printing from a home printer, labels.

A guide for any actor trying to succeed in Hollywood, with advice from casting directors, photographers, agents, actors, a writer/producer, a publicist, a manager, and an acting coach.

A how-to guide to booking performances and building tours for solo artists and performing groups of all types. Includes in-depth information on what presenters need from artists and the technical aspects of touring.

The second edition of this widely praised legal guide answers virtually every question a writer is likely to face concerning his or her rights and the law. Extensively revised and updated to cover recent developments in the law, this book is an invaluable addition to every successful writer's library.

Amazon Drygoods is a supplier of Victorian costuming and props. Visit website to order general, shoe, pattern, and window treatment catalogs.

Out fencing department covers all equipment for competitive and recreational fencers. The armoury department is the Continent's largest supplier of theatrical and period weapons.

These consultations give practical information and encouragement for: emerging artists to enter professional and academic training programs; established artists to secure direct employment; individual artists to get their projects funded, produced and distributed.

Hiring, casting, and internship contacts and information for over 400 regional (LORT, SPT) and dinner theatres (Equity and non-Equity) nationwide. Includes information on employment for performers, directors, designers, staff, tech, and internship positions, as well as script submission policies.

This book gives information on how to contact agents and break into any aspect (almost) of show biz. It also has lists and lists of addresses to write to for agents, casting directors, auditions, etc. Available at dramabookshop.com

A monthly newsletter (via e-mail or paper) with 600-900 announcements (every month) listing art contests and competitions, art scholarships and grants, juried exhibitions, art jobs and internships, call for entries/proposals/papers, writing and photo contests, residencies, design and architecture competitions, auditions, casting calls, fellowships, festivals, funding, and other opportunities (including some that take place on the web) for artists, art educators and art students of all ages.

A marketing resource for non-profit arts organizations. Online tutorial, Practical Lessons in Marketing includes advice on maintaining a press list and cultivating media relationships, sample releases and worksheets, and tips on developing publicity and marketing strategies.

Online database of authors' representatives who are AAR members. Search by name, business, state, or specialty (literary, dramatic, adults, children). The member list may also be downloaded as a PDF. The site also posts recommendations for meeting with agents and information about the agent-author relationship, as well as the AAR's Canon of Ethics.