For students and managers of performing arts, this guide to the field explains the similarities and differences between organization types, structures, and managerial positions, covering both nonprofit and commercial organizations. Drawing from interviews with many professionals in the US, Stein and Bathurst (performing arts management and theater management, Brooklyn College, The City U. of New York) also discuss mission, vision, and strategy; nonprofit formation and legal considerations; commercial producing; financial management; developing a funding base; selling tickets; performing arts education; labor issues; touring productions; facility management; and internships from the perspective of the employer and student. Reports and other documents are included as examples. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)