Program Book Checklist

The following items should be delivered to theby the deadlines indicated below. Electronic form (Word or RTF) is preferred except where otherwise specified.

  • Photocopy of licensing restrictions, including credit given to author and any special credits.  This is usually on the copyright page of the script.
  • Photocopy of cast list and scene list from script
  • For a musical, photocopy of list of musical numbers from the script
  • Complete cast list with correct spelling and billing of names
  • Complete production staff list (the "back page list")
  • All cast bios ("long bios")
  • All production staff bios (director, assistant director, designers). These are "long bios."
  • Short bios (two sentences, approximately 50 words) for all other production workers and technical staff (including those who help paint and build)
  • Bio of the playwright with photo if available
  • Director's notes (one page or less, approximately 200 words)
  • Any new ads or graphics, including photos
  • Acknowledgements and thank yous
  • Up-to-date Backers list (from Treasurer)
  • Up-to-date Board list (if there are any changes)
  • Any additional information the director or production manager wants included.

Deadlines

For all except back-page production staff list and short bios: Four weeks before production opens
For back-page production staff list and short bios: Three weeks before production opens (and earlier is better!)