2005. Peter Maccoy. "Good stage management is key to the smooth running of any theatrical production and, as technology continues to develop and regulations tighten, the responsibilities of the stage manager have never been greater. In this essential guide, Peter Maccoy examines the qualities and skills necessary for effective management, stressing the importance of understanding both the creative and the technical processes involved in theatre. From negotiating contracts through to rehearsals, performance and post-production, Essentials of Stage Management is packed with invaluable advice on every aspect of the job and every type of theatre."
The Backstage Guide to Stage Management
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1999. Thomas Kelly. "This guide to stage management, aimed at aspiring stage managers, features all they need to know when staging a production, including methods which employ computer technology."
Stage Management: a gentle art
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1998, Daniel Bond. "This popular book describes in detail a stage manager's job. It provides those just starting out in the profession with a solid grounding in theatre stage management practices and procedures. The disciplines of lighting, set design and sound are discussed but the main focus is the management of these elements and the processes and scheduling that go together to provide effective results. Chronologically following the production of a play, the book starts with pre-production planning and progresses to opening night. With easy reference checklists and a full glossary, it is the essential guide to stage management."
Stage Managing and Theatre Etiquette
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1998, Linda Apperson. "Gives an introduction to the procedures and responsibilities of stage management, from auditions to closing night. Useful for novice and experienced theatre persons, this book includes samples of various scripts and other stage managers tools."
Stage Management and Theatre Administration
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1993. Pauline Menear; Terry Hawkins; Amanda Saunders; David Mayer (Editor). "An explanation of every aspect of stage management and theatre administration."
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