In theater and live entertainment, there are a multitude of backstage roles that ensure the show always goes on. Hear from creatives and managers who share what it takes to produce successful live performances, often multiple times a week.

Alex Volckhausen, Stage Manager (Wicked, Hamilton)

Stephanie Sciandra Smith, Vice President, Creative, Situation

Brian Anthony Moreland, Creative Lead Producer, B. More Now Productions (Othello, The WIZ)

Moderator: Adam Natale, Director, SVA Theatre

Presented with the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and SVA Theatre

This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.

The Center's programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

Accessibility: Center for Communication provides reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities. Requests for accommodations for Center for Communication events should be submitted at least two weeks before the date of the accommodation need. Please email community@centerforcommunication.org for assistance.

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