Commercial Theater Institute (Official CTI Page)

Hi CTIers, hope you're all healthy and enjoying the re-opening of Broadway! Here's a note from Executive Director, Tom Viertel:

A Note from Executive Director, Tom Viertel | Commercial Theater Institute Dear CTIers,  I’m writing to let you know that after nine years as Executive Director of CTI (and more than a year of waiting out the pandemic) I’ve decided to step down.  It’s been both a pleasure and an honor to have served in this position.  I believe passionately that CTI is critical t...

There's still time to reserve your chair for our Three Day Intensive this weekend 3/6-8! Join some of Broadway’s most acclaimed producers, general managers, entertainment attorneys, marketing executives, and press representatives. http://bit.ly/2RqR2fN

At the 39th Annual Three-Day Intensive 3/6-8, presentations and panel discussions will be led by some of Broadway’s most acclaimed producers, general managers, entertainment attorneys, marketing executives, and press representatives.

The Three-Day Intensive also offers the exclusive opportunity to network with speakers and fellow participants at evening cocktail events. Space is limited and filling quickly - enroll today! http://bit.ly/2RqR2fN

Join us for our 39th annual Three Day Intensive this 3/6-8, where among our expert speakers we will have the creative minds behind Mrs. Doubtfire Broadway and SIX on Broadway, as well as SIX's marketing team! Are you enrolled yet? http://bit.ly/2u3FkAo

Don't forget - our Development Process seminar is tomorrow 2/7!

Our sessions will include: Choosing a Development Path, Review of Labor Agreements, The Starting Line, Boldly Go: Finding Pathways for Development of New Work, Development Process: Green Light Moment to First Production, Practical Producing, Rethinking the Vesting of Subsidiary Rights! http://bit.ly/2EwOs1S

CTI’s Development Process is next week 2/7! We offer exclusive access to industry leaders and experts. We’ll explore the various routes for a new show, including readings, workshops and labs, showcases and festivals, college development programs, and small and large not-for-profit theater productions. The Development Process provides a step-by-step guide to union rules, forming artistic expectations, and building a budget. Don’t miss the opportunity to enroll! http://bit.ly/36HX0yR

CTI is thrilled to announce its speakers for the upcoming Development Process on 2/7!

Sessions:
Choosing a Development Path
Jen Bender, Quick Brown Fox Productions

Review of Labor Agreements
Mark Shacket, Foresight Theatrical

The Starting Line
Betsy Militello and Ciera Iveson, National Alliance for Musical Theatre

Raising Development Money
Matthew Rego, The Araca Group

And more! Don’t miss your opportunity to enroll!

CTI’s Three-Day Intensive is just around the corner March 6-8! Sessions will examine case histories, budget, sample agreements, and marketing strategies, all with an eye on illuminating the many aspects of an ever-evolving business. http://bit.ly/2RqR2fN

Developing your script is a critical part of the path to a commercial production. Explore the intricacies of nurturing a new show with industry leaders at CTI’s Development Process on 2/7!

Sessions include:
Choosing a Development Path
Review of Labor Agreements
Festivals
Raising Development Money

..and more to be announced! Don’t miss your chance to enroll. http://bit.ly/39Tq60E

Blog alert! CTI’s Program Manager, Amanda Harper, bids us a fond farewell as she moves on to new adventures! Read on for an exclusive letter from Amanda about what she has learned throughout her years with CTI, the theater industry’s leading training and professional development program. http://bit.ly/37vtz3w

Thanks to our 2019 Sponsors! CTI wishes you a healthy and happy New Year!