This page provides links to sample videos in Educate.Today’s Theatre Behind the Scenes video series.

Videos in the series highlight what goes on backstage in the world of theatre with those that do the work.

To see each sample video, click on the hyperlinked title below or click on the thumbnail image to the right.

Theatre Behind the Scenes:  Behind the Scenes of “Wicked” at the Fabulous Fox Theatre
Go behind the scenes to see what it takes to move the musical tour of “Wicked” into a theatre for an extended run. Learn from the Company Manager and Production Stage Manager as they share the logistics involved in moving the sets, costumes, cast, and more from city to city on a national tour.

Theatre Behind the Scenes:  What I Look for in an Actor—One Director’s Perspective
Julia Flood, Artistic Director of Metro Theater Company, shares her thoughts on the auditioning process and characteristics she looks for in a prospective actor to be cast in one of her productions.

Theatre Behind the Scenes:  What It’s Like to Be the Production Stage Manager for the “Wicked” Touring Company
Meet David O’Brien, Production Stage Manager for “Wicked” and learn what his job entails and what it takes to bring a touring company into town and perform at the Fabulous Fox Theater in St. Louis.

Theatre Behind the Scenes:  What Does a Costume Designer Do?
A costume designer for St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre’s production of “Blues in the Night” describes his job and shares examples of his work.

Theatre Behind the Scenes:  Designing and Building a Set for an Outdoor Production
Designers and technicians with the Shakespeare Festival Saint Louis’ production of “Hamlet” share insight into designing and building the set for their annual outdoor production.

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