Author: Jenn Byers
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The Ghost Light: The Theatre Tradition That Never Leaves the Stage
Long after the audience has gone home and the house lights are turned off, one light remains glowing on stage. Known as the ghost light, this single illuminated bulb has become one of theatre’s most enduring traditions—part practical safety measure, part superstition, and part shared cultural history. What is a Ghost Light? The ghost light…
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Theatre Legacy Robe Meaning & Best Practices
Theatre traditions help connect one production to the next and build a shared sense of legacy. These traditions might include group huddles before a show, putting out the theatre’s ghost light, or painting a small mural on the theatre wall for each production, with cast and crew signatures. Some theatres may even have their own…
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Choosing the Right Social Media Platforms for Theatres
Social media helps community and educational theatres reach audiences, promote shows, and share what happens behind the scenes. With so many platforms out there, it can be hard to choose the right ones and keep up with regular posts. Here’s a look at four major platforms and how you can use them to promote your…
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Physical vs Digital Playbills for Theatre
As theatres continue to balance tradition with accessibility, one question keeps popping up: should productions use physical playbills, digital-only playbills, or a combination of both? Playbills serve an important purpose beyond listing cast names. They help audiences connect to the production, recognise contributors, and understand the work happening on and off the stage. Choosing the…