Theatre Community Thrives in the Hub

The Source, Bostons theatre resource guide, breaks sales records, exceeds expectations

BOSTON, Mass.-November 18, 2002-StageSource, Greater Bostons largest organization for theatre arts professionals, today announced that the recently released The Source 2003--2004 has out sold all previous editions. Now in its seventh edition, The Source is a valuable resource for actors, producers, designers and theatre service providers. The Source offers the most up-to-date and comprehensive contact information available for theatre organizations and professionals in Greater Boston. Combined with practical editorial content about the theatre industry, The Source is the definitive guide to Boston-area theatre for industry professionals.

Sales of this edition have surpassed my expectations. The funds we receive from the sales of this publication are vital as we continue offer support the theatre community. I continue to hear good things from so many people, and not just Bostonians. My colleagues from theatre cities around the country cite The Source as an incredibly valuable resource that the Greater Boston theatre community has over other cities," said Jeff Poulos, StageSource executive director.

The Source is an inspiring testimonial to the vibrancy of the Boston theatre community," asserts Ben Cameron, executive director of Theatre Communications Group, a national service organization for American theatre. Cameron, the keynote speaker at StageSources annual Theatre Town Meeting in 2000, calls The Source an amazingly comprehensive and indispensable resource for Boston area theatre professionals."

The Source is available for $26.95, and may be ordered by contacting StageSource at (617) 720-6066 or by visiting the StageSource online store at www.stagesource.org. StageSource members receive a discount on The Source. Contact StageSource for membership information.

About StageSource
STAGESOURCE, established in 1985, is committed to providing leadership and resources for the advancement of theatre in the Greater Boston area. Their mission is to unite the theatre community through services and advocacy to help the region realize its greatest cultural potential. StageSource provides auditions, training opportunities, administrative and technical work, hosts the Theatre Town Meeting and is the publisher of the essential guide to Greater Boston theatre, THE SOURCE. For more information, call (617) 720-6066, or visit www.stagesource.org.

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