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ArtistProducerResource.com is a free, searchable online encyclopedia of information, resources, tools, and templates for producing independent performance work in Canada.

Where to Start

New to ArtistProducerResource.com and not sure where to begin? Don’t stress. We’ve got you!

📝 Know exactly what you’re looking for? Example: If you’re wondering how to start a contract with Equity, try searching keywords like “contract” or “Equity” in the Quick Search bar below. All the pages containing that information will pop up!

💡Producing your first show? Start with the Timeline Page or Producing Checklist to help you figure out what needs to happen, when it needs to happen, and what you might be missing.

🌱 Want to grow your skills and become a better producer? Check out our Learning Pathways for curated resources to help you build your knowledge and confidence at every stage of your producing journey.

🧡 Still not finding what you need? We’re always working to make this resource better! Reach out to Patricia at patricia (@) generatorto.com and let us know what you’re looking for.

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Not sure where to start? Use the Self-Producing Checklist or Being Produced Checklist for a chronological list of producing considerations to help guide you through your next (or current) project. Learning Pathways are composed of ArtistProducerResource.com pages, YouTube videos, templates, infographics, and other fun things meant to deepen your knowledge and understanding on a particular theme.

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Budgeting Basics
Budgeting Basics

A crucial part of any producer's job is managing the overall production budget. Indie producers need to take in many considerations beyond venue, artists fees, and tech. Insurance, playwright's royalties, accessibility costs, set transport, and publicity are just a few considerations that are often overlooked.

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We would love to spread the word about the awesome resource that APR is and help us brag about all the cool folks that we get to support with this knowledge.

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A special thank you to all the individuals who participated in the “Edit-A-Thon" in February of 2025 to help to transfer this site from it’s old format onto this new platform. In no particular order, THANK YOU to…

Joshua Marchesini, Rahaf Fasheh, Tushar Dalvi, Elyssia Giancola, Fatma Naguib, Jacob Willis, Emily Jung, Sydney Wolf, Nancy Kenny, Maggie MacKenzie, Sorcha Gibson, Soeine Bac, Aruna Antonella Handa, Felisha Nauffts