Presented by Tari Stratton
As part of our
Theater Workshop Summit, sponsored by Arts Now, j
oin Tari Stratton, Managing Director of Membership &
Outreach for the Dramatists Guild of America—the organization that has
championed and protected the rights of playwrights, composers, lyricists, and
librettists for more than 100 years—for an insightful and engaging workshop
designed for anyone involved in producing theatre.
From navigating the dos and don’ts of licensing to building
strong relationships with licensing companies, Tari will pull back the curtain
on how successful collaborations happen behind the scenes. Whether you’re a
seasoned producer, director, educator, or emerging theatre-maker, this session
will give you practical tools, insider knowledge, and a clearer understanding
of how to set your production up for success from the very beginning.
If you’ve ever had questions about rights, permissions,
contracts, or communication with licensing houses, this is a workshop you won’t
want to miss!
Saturday, June 20 at the Hudson Players
Information on the Presenter:
Tari has worked for the Dramatists Guild of America for over
25 years and was recently named Managing Director of Membership & Outreach.
She has represented the Guild at conferences around the globe, including
KC/ACTF, BroadwayCon, the Austin Film Festival, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe,
the Colorado New Play Summit, and the Association for Writers and Writing
Programs (AWP). Before joining the Guild, Tari worked as an actress and/or
theater administrator at theaters across the country. She also taught Theater
at Fordham University in New York City. She is an alum at Kent State University
and Wayne State University.