International Journal of Music and Performing Arts

Management of Professional Theatre Groups in Ghana: A Case Study of Abibigromma, the Resident Theatre Group of the School of Performing Arts, University of Ghana
Ernest Adu-Gyamfi, MA

Abstract
This study set out to investigate management of professional theatre groups in Ghana using the Abibigromma, the resident theatre group of the School of Performing Arts, University of Ghana as a case study. The main challenge facing professional theatre groups is that of management-poor management of fund, material and human resources. Any well-managed sector of the economy is a welcomed contribution to the development of the economy and culture for the society. The study took a descriptive approach method for the study. Questionnaires and interview guide were used as the research instrument to collect data from sixty respondents. Purposive and Convenience sampling methods were selected for the study. Results showed that application of management principles are vital element in any organization and therefore, there is the need to apply managerial and administrative principle in professional theatre groups to sustain and survive in the entertainment industry which is one of the best business sectors in the country today. The study recommended that members of professional theatre groups should be innovative and creative to sustain their business. This study sought to contribute to an understanding of theatre practice within the existing theories and framework of theatre management.

Full Text: PDF