Websites like A Taste of Theater give artists and fellow stakeholders an opportunity to do what they love to do. And that is being in theater. This is the kind of website that people working in theater needed. If a tree falls in the middle of the forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? To cut to the chase, if a theater production is upcoming and no website covers it, does it create an impact? Impact, exposure and the right connections converge here at A Taste of Theater.
It usually starts with finding a venue where your next musical or play will commence. Here at A Taste of Theater, you can sign up to plug your next project. Having all the blogs, social media accounts and other press release materials would help, of course. But plugging the project to the right audience sharing similar interests and professions with you would help in getting the word around. It is not enough that people know what you do. And what your next project will be? The question is whether it is reaching the right target market or not. It explained best why focus groups on Facebook became the norm. Websites like A Taste of Theater add a sense of professionalism to how theater projects are handled.
What caused the need for a website like A Taste of Theater? You may have been subscribed to several online newsletters in the past. A certain theater production company would announce their next project even if the casting is not yet final. So to heighten up the anticipation. They would announce first the musical’s upcoming playdates and would confirm the cast later. This also serves as an opportunity for the production company to announce casting calls and auditions intended for the musical theater production. From getting your fans excited to attracting fresh, undiscovered talent. It’s the beauty of the internet granted that you know which website to go. Bagging that next dream role or securing a steady stream of jobs starts best here at A Taste of Theater.
And speaking of a steady stream of jobs. A Taste of Theater also served as an opportunity to post your bio. Sure, you have a Facebook fan page or a LinkedIn account to be found online for your theater experience. But you should not put all of your golden eggs in one basket. Or, again to cut to the chase, don’t post your curriculum vitae only on social media. That part of the internet is already cluttered enough. It would immediately get you lost in the shuffle. Getting your curriculum vitae posted in a website like A Taste of Theater makes it easier for casting directors to find you.
A Taste of Theater would give exposure to artists and producers. It meant highlighting projects that they have been involved with in the past. Casting directors are very particular about theater experience. This gives them an idea prior to audition day if a certain role or plot would fit you. The kind of exposure earned in websites like A Taste of Theater meant an opportunity to explore new possibilities as artists. Gaining new connections and earning new roles would mean more opportunities that can mean a film crossover too.
Finally. A Taste of Theater also meant a way for venue owners to plug their spaces. Some venue owners allow touring theater companies to perform at their venue too. They let it happen even if they already have an in-house theater company. It meant additional revenue for the former. Also, some theater companies don’t have a “home”. They may have favorites when it comes to venues. But touring meant getting exposed to other places. It is just a matter of looking and finding online. The touring theater troupe finds a venue. The venue owner finds a favorable production to fill in the theater season. It’s a win-win situation for both parties.
Sign up for A Taste of Theater by clicking here. Detailed instructional guides that would help your next production are found there too. If this is about your first-ever theater production, welcome to professional theater. Several “How to” articles are also found at A Taste of Theater for your perusal.
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