From Jane:
Welcome to the Extras Area. This is an area that contains information, articles, help, advice and much more. It is hoped that more information will be added to the area every week making this an essential resource for everyone interested in amateur dramatics.
Please write to me and let me know what you would like to see, what you like and what you dislike - and we'll see what we can do. And if you have any information that you think would be useful, please contact me.
Jane
In the Spotlight:
Programmes
How easy is it to produce a programme for your group? Not only does Matt give you some quick tips, but he also talks about making money from it as well
Selecting a Script
There are loads of scripts out there, how do you select one and how do you select a cheap script.
Writing Pantomimes
Matt's done it ... so he is well placed to give you some pointers.
Screen Saver from AmaDrama.co.uk
Have your own amateur theatre screen saver thanks to George.
A new section - Soundbites - which is a collection of funnies, recollections and other stories from theatre submitted by Joe Mitchell from Soundhire. Soundhire is a small theatrical sound and special effects company. They supply equipment for hire and sales to amateur and professional theatre users.
Back Stage Chat - Another Pantomime
Things that should never happen in a pantomime, well off stage anyway! - More tales from the soundbox!
Bad Apples, Bad Sound
If you say you're an expert then be one, if not leave it to those that know! Another of Joe's true stories with a good moral.
Featured Spot:
Today, it is often the case that venues will require COSHH and other safety information before they will let you use special effects. This information is often difficult to find.
Gradav Hire & Sales has collected together data sheets and links to help solve this problem. Visit their website and go the ‘Safety Data’ page. They are happy to extend the range of information available, and would welcome suggestions for additional items. Please email them with your ideas.
Bournemouth Little Theatre Club produce a newsletter which is an example to us all. How do they do it and want content do they use? This article gives you some background to what they do and the link allows you to view an example newsletter in .pdf format. Perhaps you can use these as an example and get something going in your area?