Turns the lights off (a black out) when necessary
Decides on make up and accessories
Ensures that there is enough money to fund the production
Provides a floor plan, identifying the location of furniture, walls, etc.
Makes choices about necessary special sound effects, such as explosions or gun shots
Ensures that the audience can see all necessary aspects of the performance
Has the final say in all artistic choices
supervises the actors and the stage manager
Makes choices about the lighting in a theatre production
Makes choices about hair styles
supervises the electrics crew
Runs rehearsals and is ultimately responsible for the whole show
Holds a meeting with all of the designers, to share ideas
Chooses materials, paint colors and finishes to complete the look of the set
supervises the costume crew
supervises the sound technicians
Provides all performers with microphones so that their voices can be amplified throughout the theater
Coordinates business aspects of the production including contracts, rentals, etc.
Determines the clothing the actor will wear
supervises the set builders and scenic painters
Ensures that the audience can hear every necessary aspect of the play
Decides how the set will look
Supports all aspects of the production, but doesn't have much creative input
supervises the director and the designers
