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Guides

Data protection

Data considerations and GDPR.
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Drama advice

Tips and guidance for acting, performance, and writing from our National Drama Adviser.
How a creative read through can help select a play
How to plan rehearsals
How to run effective rehearsals
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Health and safety

Making sure everybody goes home safe from the theatre.
Health and Safety Policy
Use of Weapons on stage
Safety guidance for festivals
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Monologues

Here you will find guides to choosing, performing and filming a monologue
Choosing a Monologue
Filming Your Monologue
How to perform a monologue
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Music licensing

Music copyright guidance and PRS for Music.
Using sound effects in your production
Using music in your production
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One Act Play Festival

Creating a festival team info pack
Stage directing at festivals
Expenses recommendations
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Protecting people

PVG, working with adults at risk, and child protection guidance.
Essential Companion Ticket Policy
Safeguarding and Child Protection
Create your own Child Protection and Safeguarding Policies
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Publicity

Guidance on social media, logos and branding
Audience Development
Audience Engagement
Advertising via Social Media
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Review advice

How to get your performance reviewed.
How to get your performance reviewed
To read or not to read reviews, that is the question.
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Technical advice

Best practice for lighting, sound and AV.
Creating a festival team info pack
Stage directing at festivals
Performing a technical rehearsal
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Youth Guidance

Guidance for youth activities
Games for Devising
Games for Energy
Adapting Games
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