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Ngaire,
I know the Theater Administrator because her son attended my art classes. The theater has a small gallery space and they like to find local artists or photographers to display work, preferably something that will fit with the theme of the play. In the past I displayed artwork of my school aged students for their kids summer productions. When I got the idea to do the cast I called and asked what upcoming play would be most suitable with enough cast members and good costumes. I was very fortunate for such a great cast and play as Oliver. If you are thinking about doing this I suggest that you call and schedule a meeting in person if you have never met the Administrator (or whoever is in charge). Bring a small portfolio of photos of some of your work.
Be prepared to work under a tight deadline. Typically costuming is the last priority. Even after photgraphing the cast I had to return due to some major changes in costumes plus some characters needed make up to be fully in character. That did not take place until just days before at full dress rehearsal.
I believe this was a benefical project. I recieved great exposure (approx. 900 tickets were sold). The administrator submitted an article to the newspaper with a photo of "the Artful Dodger" and info about me. I sold two of the drawings and recieved a commission for another one of the cast members.
The artworks displayed at the theater do not have price tags. This is not a sales venue per say but simply a space to showcase your art. I did have business cards and brochures on hand and also recieved a commission for a mural project as a direct result of someone seeing my brochure. I also donated 10% of my sales to the theater as a thank you.
In retrospect, I wish I would have been able to go each evening and just hang out before the show and during intermission but I had a pressing deadline for another commission I was working on. I did recieve feedback later from alot of people that word was around that the drawings were not for sale. Apparently someone that knows me was telling people that I wanted to keep them. Hmmm.....
I did attend one evening. It was great listening to everyones comments.
I am already scheduled to do the Dec. 2008 production of "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe". Oh what fun!!