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This new and updated 8th edition of the classic Filmmakers and Financing by Louise Levison gives you easy-to-follow steps for writing an investor-winning business plan for independent films. Complete
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Stage Management offers readers a practical manual on how to stage manage in all theatre environments. Revered as the authoritative resource for stage management, this text is rich with practical reso
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