Most performing artists don't do what they do for the money. And that's a good thing, because jobs are scarce and talent alone no longer assures success. But since you've spent years mastering your craft--be it as a musician, a dancer, an actor, or some other type of artist--wouldn't you love to figure out how to get paid for it?Inspired by the celebrated Juilliard course, The World's Your Stage explains the business side of the performing arts. Performers wishing to hone their entrepreneur skills and launch their own careers will learn how to:* Understand the numbers* Find their niche--and fill it* Market and promote themselves and their venture* Network productively* Fundraise both online and off* Utilize the Opportunity Framework to help balance artistic and financial growth* And moreComplete with insights from leading figures in the arts as well as lessons from thriving artist-entrepreneurs, The World's Your Stage will help you keep your dream alive while keeping a clear eye on the unavoidable and essential business side of it all.
- ISBN10 0814436161
- ISBN13 9780814436165
- Publish Date 6 January 2016
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Publisher HarperCollins Focus
- Imprint Amacom
- Format eBook
- Pages 240
- Language English