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What does a stage manager actually do at a live event or conference? In this episode, Mary interviews Logan to break down her full process—from the moment she’s hired to the final cue onsite. We delve into the differences between stage managers, producers, and showcallers, the essential gear that always makes it into the “go bag,” key details your stage manager needs in your run of show, and what a typical show day entails. Whether you’re a fellow stage manager, a curious event pro, or someone looking to collaborate more effectively with show crew, this episode is packed with helpful tips and real-world insights.SHOW NOTES:Register for the 2025 Better Events Conference (Oct. 1st & Dec. 18th): https://app.swapcard.com/login/event/2025-better-events-conference/registrationLearn more about the conference: https://bettereventspod.com/conferenceListen back to episode 148 of the podcast - How to Be a Stage Manager: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1VWant our updated free run of show template? Send us an email at [email protected] the paid Better Events Community: https://bettereventspodcast.substack.com/Buy Us a Coffee Link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bettereventspodTHANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!Leave us a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1VLeave us a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-events/id1561944117——FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bettereventspod@loganstrategygroup_events (Logan)@epeventsllc (Mary)
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What does a stage manager actually do at a live event or conference? In this episode, Mary interviews Logan to break down her full process—from the moment she’s hired to the final cue onsite. We delve into the differences between stage managers, producers, and showcallers, the essential gear that always makes it into the “go bag,” key details your stage manager needs in your run of show, and what a typical show day entails. Whether you’re a fellow stage manager, a curious event pro, or someone looking to collaborate more effectively with show crew, this episode is packed with helpful tips and real-world insights.SHOW NOTES:Register for the 2025 Better Events Conference (Oct. 1st & Dec. 18th): https://app.swapcard.com/login/event/2025-better-events-conference/registrationLearn more about the conference: https://bettereventspod.com/conferenceListen back to episode 148 of the podcast - How to Be a Stage Manager: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1VWant our updated free run of show template? Send us an email at [email protected] the paid Better Events Community: https://bettereventspodcast.substack.com/Buy Us a Coffee Link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bettereventspodTHANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!Leave us a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1VLeave us a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-events/id1561944117——FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:@bettereventspod@loganstrategygroup_events (Logan)@epeventsllc (Mary)

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