TRADE JOURNALS

These periodical publications provide on-going information on auditions, sources of technical needs regarding the theatre and film industries.

PERFORMINK -- Biweekly listings of Equity and non-Equity auditions, actors' nights, scripts wanted, positions available, as well as feature stories on current events in Chicagoland. Periodic issues focus on single-themed topics such as classes, scriptwriting, and marketing. Available on-line; by subscription.
(Write: 3223 N. Sheffield, 3rd Floor, Chicago, IL 60657; Phone: 773-296-4600; Fax: 773-296-4621.) www.performink.com

AUDITION NEWS -- Monthly listings of auditions for union, non-union, community theatres; variety shows and theme parks; music and modeling positions; some how-to articles, guide to talent agencies; teaching positions throughout the Midwest. Available at theatre bookstores, talent agencies, by subscription. (Write: P.O. Box 250, Bloomingdale, IL 60108; Phone: 630-894-2278; Fax: 630-8364.)

ACT ONE REPORTS - Updated listing of agencies, casting directors, photographers, and industry related information. Published by Act One Studios.
(Write: 640 N. LaSalle #535, Chicago 60610; Phone: 312-787-9394; Fax: 312-787-3234). www.actone.com

SCREEN MAGAZINE - Bi-weekly journal on current events in film, television and advertising industries, includes features on theatre and humor. (Write: 222 W. Ontario, 5th Floor; Chicago 60610; Phone: 312-640-0800; Fax: 312-640-1928.) www.screenmag.com

RESOURCE PUBLICATIONS

These books are helpful in building a library of information on practical aspect of theatre: from performing to producing to writing. Many are updated annually.
Contents apply to secular and Christian theatre.

ACTING

"THE AUDITION NEWS PERFORMER'S HANDBOOK" - Directory for professional and community theatre in Chicago area; national theme parks and cruise ships; information for jingle singers, and extensive suggestions for competing in voice-over industry. Mail-order: Chicago Entertainment Co., P.O. Box 250, Bloomingdale, Il 60108.

THE BOOK: AN ACTOR'S GUIDE TO CHICAGO (Edited by Mechelle Moe) - Directory of photographers, casting directors, talent agencies, and providers of technical equipment. Plus, guide to history of theatre in Chicago, history of Improvisation, and tips for practical aspects of living in the industry - including training schools, coaches, housing, public transit maps, and health resources. www.performink.com

ACTING IN CHICAGO: HOW TO BREAK INTO THEATRE, FILM & TELEVISION (by Belinda Bremmer) -- Practical steps on how the industry works in Chicago, but principles are applicable to other regions. Topics include roles of agents, casting agents, unions; recommended tools of the trade; differences between working in film and theatre; suggestions for working in voiceover markets, and how to work with talented children. Available at Act 1 Bookstore. www.act1books.com

PRODUCTION

CHURCH PRODUCTION MAGAZINE - Bi-monthly educational magazine for houses of worship covering latest equipment and trends in audio, video and lighting technologies. (Write: P.O. Box 3363, Cary, NC 27519-3363; Phone: 919.677.4000; Fax: 919.677.4001) www.churchproduction.com

THE CHICAGO CREATIVE DIRECTORY - Compilation of data on advertising, producing and technical agencies. (Write: 333 N. Michigan Ave., #810; Chicago 60601; Phone: 312/236-7337; Fax: 312-236-6078) www.creativedir.com

THEATRE SOURCES DOT COM: A COMPLETE GUIDE TO ONLINE THEATRE AND DANCE RESOURCES (By Louis E. Catron) -- Directory of over 750 links, including basics of searching the net; listings of theatre web rings; sites for playwrights, directors, actors, stage combat; technical design (stagecraft, costumes, lighting, makeup); and data on arts management, copyright, job sites, guides to publishers and agents. Available at bookstores, or Heinemann Drama (www.heinemandrama.com).

SCRIPTING

CHRISTIAN WRITERS' MARKET GUIDE (By Sally E. Stuart) -- 680 Periodical markets and nearly 330 book markets for Christian writers, includes over 25 Christian theatre publishers. Special topics include contests, grants, Christian literary agents, resources and editorial services. www.stuartmarket.com

DRAMATISTS SOURCEBOOK (Theatre Communications Group) -- More than 1100 opportunities for stage writers from publishers of "American Theatre" magazine. Details script-submission procedures for more than 350 theatres seeking new plays; more than 150 prizes and sections on fellowships and grants, organizations, agents, colonies and residencies, publishing opportunities. www.tcg.org

BUILDING A MINISTRY

LILLENAS PUBLISHING: DRAMA TOPICS SERIES - Collection of over 20 guides for beginning or established ministries, covering uses of drama in worship, scenery design and construction; sound effects and props for Christmas and Easter; developing dinner theatre outreach; playwriting, producing. www.lillenasdrama.com

THE CHRISTIAN DIRECTOR'S NOTEBOOK - Guidelines, information sheets and checklists for pre- and post-show bookkeeping and note-taking. Includes rehearsal notes, contact sheets, media contact outline, rehearsal schedules, props, costumes and make-up outlines. www.church95.com.

CONTEMPORARY DRAMA SERVICE - Sources include series on building scenery, constructing costumes, makeup, mime and dance. www.contemporarydrama.com

COUNTDOWN TO CURTAINUP MANUAL - Recommended procedures for preparing a production. Gives practical advice from selecting scripts, to getting pastoral approval, budgeting, casting, assisting actors in characterization, rehearsals, memorization, and how to stay on top of problems. Includes "Director's Diary" where the director can enter important information for follow-up; Self-Appraisal Form for each actor. www.dramashare.org/countdown.html 1-877-DO-DRAMA (363-7262)

DRAMASHARE ORGANIZATIONAL MANUAL -- Step-by-step information on starting a ministry, organizational issues, job descriptions, forms of drama ministry, acting skills. Includes non-royalty scripts. www.dramashare.org/hardcopy.html

INTERACTIVE CONSULTATION

These individuals offer to answer questions, or provide their expertise on-line.

LIGHTING

STEVEN HAWORTH -- Freelance lighting designer and theatre lighting consultant in the Chicago area, and a founding member of the Vineyard Center for Artists, Evanston, IL. sjh@idm.com or haworth@enteract.com

PERFORMANCE

DAVID MORRIS - Former performer with A.D. Players of Houston, TX offers on-line advice through Christian Actors Website with downloadable exercises, including those in directing, character building, and improvisation. www.members@tripod.com/~caws.advice/html

LIGHTING & STAGE EQUIPMENT

Companies that rent or sell lights. Some have special rates for church ministries.

CHICAGO SPOTLIGHT, INC.

1658 W. Carroll
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 455-1171
Fax: (312) 455-1744
www.chicagospotlight.com

DESIGNLAB

328 N. Albany
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 265-1100
(f) (773) 265-0800
www.designlab-chicago.com

GRAND STAGE LIGHTING COMPANY

630 W. Lake
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 332-5611
Fax (312) 258-0056
www.grandstage.com

PERFORMANCE LIGHTING, INC.

395 Kent Avenue
Elk Grove, IL 60007
847.952.9600
Fax (847) 952-9620
www.performancelighting.com

AV-EQUIPMENT

THE SCREEN WORKS -- Manufacturer of E-Z Fold Portable Projection Screens and Presentation Products.

2201 W. Fulton
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: (312) 243-8265
FAX: (312) 243-8290
1-800-294-8111
www.thescreenworks.com

MARKETING

Outlets for newspaper and radio public service announcements and advertisements.

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN EVENTS GUIDE - Magazine and on-line newsletter provides forum featuring local ministries, businesses and upcoming events, connecting with ministries throughout the nation. Includes links and calendar upcoming gospel concerts, regional conferences, radio programming, and broadcast outlets. www.singingoutloud.com

CHRISTIANITY AND THEATRE - Bi-annual magazine published by Christians in Theatre Arts. (Contact: Deanna Jent, 314-889-4561) djent@fontbonne.edu

CHRISTIAN HAPPENINGS - Regional, bimonthly publication providing free listings of upcoming concerts, seminars and workshops; special celebratory services. Distributed to churches, Christian bookstores, business locations and other locales. Available by subscription and on-line. Info@christianhappenings.com
www.christianhappenings.com

COMMUNICATION RESOURCES - On-line ministry provides clip-art, program templates and other worship service programs. www.communicationresources.com

I-TICKETS.COM - Website promoting Christian events, provides free listing of concerts for members, plus box office services; promotion and advertising consultation; design, print and mail services; and e-mail announcements to interested subscribers. www.itickets.com

LOOKUP DATA FROM MELISSA DATA - Access and links to intricate bits of information needed to contact people: zip codes, post offices, phone numbers, addresses and more. Plus, links to tips on marketing, advertising and direct mail. www.melissadata.com

LIFELINE PRODUCTIONS - Radio scripts and scenes that teach practical Biblical principles. In-house or external use. www.lifelinepro.com

PUBLIC SKITZO - Marketing scripts that promote church programs. www.inter-light.com/publicskitzo.htm

RIVER CITY WORSHIP DRAMA RESOURCES - Workshops material, sermon background, worship packages, poetry, essays on theatre. www.rivercityworshipcenter.com/resources

RESUME SERVICES

Performers with professional desires must have a headshot and resume to obtain auditions in film or theatre. These companies assist in creation or duplication of acting resumes.

ACT 1 BOOKSTORE - Assists in design and maintenance of resumes.

2540 N. Lincoln
Chicago, IL 60614.
(773) 348-6757
(773) 348-5561 (f)
www.act1books.com

BOB BEHR

Resumes by Mac
4738 N. LaPorte
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 685-7721
(773) 283-9839 (f)

CHICAGO ACTOR HELP - Assists with design, agent letters, printing on headshots.

5045 N. Damen #1 E
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 334-1709
www.cah.freeservers.com

INK WELL - Assists with resume, headshot printing.

112 W. Illinois
Chicago, Il 60610
(312) 644-4700
(312) 644-4703 (f)

THEATRE DEVELOPMENT

These organization assist theatres individually or by networking.

CHRISTIAN COMEDY AND DRAMA WEBRING HOMEPAGE (CCDR) - Devoted to connecting sites emphasizing humor and comedy, with links to over 100 including theatres, writers, stand-up comedians, puppeteers and ventriloquists. www.geocities.com/Broadway/Stage/3418/webring/homepage.html

CHRISTIANS IN THEATRE ARTS (CITA) - Organization of individuals and organizations created to encourage Believers in theatre and related arts. Activities include national annual conference, and networking workshops in 12 geographic regions. www.cita.com

LEAGUE OF CHICAGO THEATRES -- Provides marketing, advocacy and membership services; and acts as information clearinghouse, maintains resources files, and publishes bimonthly newsletter. Sells day-of-the-performance theatre tickets at HOTTIX locations. (Write: 228 S. Wabash, Suite #300 Chicago, IL 60604. Phone: 312-554-9800) www.chicagoplays.com

DRAMASHARE: CHRISTIAN DRAMA RESOURCES - On-line resource center provides ministry organizational manuals, scripts, on-going technical Q & A services; offers workshops and seminars in light, sound, acting and interpretative movement. www.dramashare.org

THEATRE PHOTOGRAPHY

Photographers or printers specializing in theatre publicity pictures or artists' headshots.

Robert Erving Potter III -- Theatrical Promotional Photographs, Production Stills: Performance Shots, Photo Calls & History Shots. Clients and subjects have included James Belushi, John Malkovich, Wil Clinger, Chris Farley, Bonnie Hunt, Isabella Hoffman, Robert Bly and Prime Minister Wilson. Corporate clients include The Second City and Goodman Theatre.

2056 W. Superior
Chicago, IL 60612-1314
(312) 226-2060
www.REP3.com

HEADSHOT REPRODUCTION

National Photo Service
108 W. Illinois
Chicago 60610
www.nationaltalent.com
nps@nationalphoto.com