start research
I use AI at the beginning of the research process. This will help you identify potential themes, references, keywords, and sources for further investigation. Rather than having them complete research for me, I use them to help me understand where to start and what questions to ask.
Preparation for production
Before rehearsals begin, AI helps organize the initial stages of thinking about the play. You may use it to examine the historical background of a subject, understand unfamiliar terminology, or identify different interpretations of a text. It gives me an initial overview and then develops through reading, discussion, and observation.
Grant writing support
I sometimes use AI when writing grant proposals, festival applications, and project descriptions. It can help suggest basic structure or organize information more clearly. Once we have that framework, we rewrite the content to accurately reflect the project and sound like our own words.
Creating promotional content
AI can also help you develop social media posts, captions, or promotional materials for your work. Theater companies regularly need to communicate about rehearsals, performances, and events, so having a first draft can save you time. Then edit it to match the tone and identity of your work.
improve communication
Sometimes we use AI to simplify paragraphs, shorten messages, or present the same information in a more accessible way. This is useful when communicating with different audiences, including performers, collaborators, festival organizers, and the general public.
practical collaborator
For me, AI is the best support tool. This allows you to begin research, organize information, develop a basic structure, and process repetitive writing tasks more quickly. This gave us more time to focus on rehearsals, cast, storytelling, and the creative decisions that would shape the final product.
