A useful, practical handbook for local community groups, youth theatres, amateur players, universities and colleges, students of Community Theatre/Theatre Studies and others wanting to stage a successful community play. Drawing on a wealth of personal accounts, and useful historical background information, How To Put On A Community Play is full of detailed advice concerning the preparation, planning and execution required to achieve success. Including essential tips on: • the creative process • administrative hurdles • technical headaches that must be overcome This is an invaluable guide to the myriad tasks and decisions facing any community play organiser.