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In this final installment, Ricky Young-Howze reflects on self-producing new work in a “theatre desert,” and acknowledges the importance of learning, wisdom, and respect.

In this installment, Ricky Young-Howze discusses the importance of having archival footage of new work, which serves as a historical document.

In this installment, Ricky Young-Howze discusses the importance of choosing the right venue for productions.

In this installment, Ricky Young-Howze discusses the complex nature of producing and shares what he learned about the art of delegation. 

In this installment, Ricky Young-Howze discusses his experience marketing his play Last Hope for Twenty Miles, and what he learned for future reference.

In this installment, Ricky Young-Howze discusses the difference between a flameout and burnout, and shares his experience dealing with both in his former company.

In this second installment, Ricky Young-Howze shares a lesson he learned while wearing multiple hats in his theatre company.

In this first installment, Ricky Young-Howze shares his experience of starting his own not-for-profit theatre company and offers advice.