Offers theatre and dance artists an opportunity to learn how to produce their own work or form their own company. Topics include defining the artistic and producing goals of the project, locating the right venue, securing rights, establishing a budget, finding sources of funding, dealing with unions, establishing not-for-profit status, engaging artistic and production staff, and establishing and administrating a dance or theatre company. Engages students in analyzing case studies from established companies and utilizing the resources of New York City to research and create their own production plans.