Director and performers
Director
A director is responsible for the overall creative vision of the show. They have to bring the different elements of the production together to produce a cohesive final production, having meetings with the design team at various stages during a production. They will also direct the performers and help them develop their characters in rehearsalThe process of preparing a production and getting it ready for performance. ahead of the final performance.
Performers
A performer might be an actor, singer or dancer, whose job is to perform within a production. They will usually auditionA practical interview where a performer demonstrates their skill in front of a panel. in front of the director and a casting director to get their part. They begin their work in the rehearsal room with the director, before performing on stage in front of an audience. They must ensure to maintain a high-quality performance each night, during the run of the show.