14 Mar 05
Originally posted by RydFirst, secure some solid backing. $10,000 may sound like a lot of money, but for a show like ROOK, you're going to want at least $50,000. In order to get that backing, you're probably going to require some star power. This is were you play both sides against the middle. Matthew Broderick is notoriously easy to manipulate this way, and although he's faded somewhat in the past few years, he still brings in the big bucks.
How shold I go about to perform a ROOK on this site?
Now, set design is another major issue. Get someone with experience in masonry - trust me, it's worth it. Hire 2 people if you have to. With all the rooks in ROOK, 2 set designers are probably going to be more of an asset than a liability. Costumes can be tricky, but if you have a contact with the textile industry you can experience some serious savings. If you have no contacts, try getting a FabricLand membership instead.
Choreography is straightforward. I have two words for you - "Bob Fossey". Nothing says "return on investment" like a little rump-shaking and fancy hats.
Of course, if you wanted to know how to CASTLE and not ROOK, you just move your king 2 spaces and that's it.
I hope this has been helpful. Kisses!!!