The ART Of Theatre Photography
Capture the drama. Elevate the story. Sell the show.
An exclusive online workshop with award-winning photographer Jana Marcus
SATURDAY, November 8
Stop struggling with stage lighting and missed moments!
Jana Marcus, one of the Bay Area's premier theatre photographers for over 25 years, will share her professionally-tested techniques to shoot smarter, edit faster,
and deliver images that wow theatre companies, publications, and audiences alike.
$249 $149
For a Limited Time Only
2-hour Online Workshop – Saturday, November 8, 2025 – 12 p.m., PT
The first 15 people to register get the BONUS "CHECKLIST–TO–GO"
Everything you need for a fantastic shoot your night at the theatre!
Want to go even deeper and get a critique of your work?
UPGRADE to Include a 20-Minute 1:1 Portfolio Review with Jana
Only a handful of VIP portfolio reviews are available - secure yours today.
$349 $249
YOU'll LEARN to...
In this 2-hour live online workshop
Imagine capturing the one image that defines an entire production.
Stop dreading bad stage lighting—learn to make it work for you.
Feel confident handing over photos that directors, the press, and audiences rave about.
Understand stage lighting
to capture clean, dynamic images
Best Camera Settings
and gear to get the shot
THE SECRET TO CAPTURING PEAK DRAMATIC MOMENTS
Understanding blocking and performance beats
WHAT PRESS OUTLETS actually LOOK FOR...
and how to deliver your images for marketing & social media
fast, effective post-production
balance color, contrast & mood
without hours of editing
HOW IMAGERY CAN SELL OUT A SHOW
before opening night
Shooting
etiquette
Do's and don'ts of shooting respectfully & with multiple photographers on site
Photo: Jana Marcus and rr jones get ready for a night of shooting Shakespeare.
this workshop is for...
Beginning Photographers
Ready to break into theatre and performing arts photography, but unsure how to handle stage light, timing, and storytelling.
Intermediate / Working Photographers
Photographers in other genres who want to add theatre photography to their portfolio and refine their skills for the unique challenges of live performance.
Experienced Theatre Photographers
Professionals looking to sharpen their craft, speed up post-production, and learn insider techniques that make their work stand out in the press and marketing campaigns.
Performing Arts Companies & Marketing Teams
Companies that want to fill more seats by leveraging powerful, story-driven photography in their press kits, posters, and social media. You’ll learn what to ask of your photographers, how to identify images that reviewers will actually use, and how to create a stronger visual strategy to promote your productions.
Public Relations Specialists
Who need press-ready images that get picked up by media outlets, elevating both the production and the company brand.
Designers & Theatre Professionals
Who want to understand the visual language of strong theatre photography so they can advocate for better imagery that truly represents their work - or do it themselves!
$249 $149
For a Limited Time Only
2-hour Online Workshop – Saturday, November 8, 2025 – 12 p.m., PT
The first 15 people to register get the BONUS "CHECKLIST–TO–GO"
Everything you need for a fantastic shoot your night at the theatre!
Want to go even deeper and get a critique of your work?
UPGRADE to Include a 20-Minute 1:1 Portfolio Review with Jana
Only a handful of VIP portfolio reviews are available - secure yours today.
$349 $249
WHY GOOD Theatre Photography MATTERS
Theatre photography is a specialized craft. It’s not event photography, not headshots, not dress rehearsal snapshots—it’s choreography with a camera.
A production or publicity photo is often the first thing the public sees of a show. Beautiful, emotionally evocative imagery can entice and draw an audience in. What a theatre company puts out in the world speaks volumes about their professionalism.
Photography is an important document of a show, but it is also the lifeblood of a company to promote their productions to the public all year long, across many platforms.
I want to empower the next wave of theatre photographers to rise to the challenge of taking masterful theatre images.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
JANA MARCUS
“Over the last 25 years, I’ve had the rare opportunity to be both a marketing director and a photographer for performing arts companies. I’ve photographed hundreds of productions, won national awards, and helped organizations fill seats with powerful, story-driven imagery.
Now, as a theatre critic, I’m stunned by the lackluster photos companies submit for editorials and reviews—images that undersell the artistry on stage and do nothing to entice audiences. I’m on a mission to change that.
You’ll walk away with practical techniques you can apply immediately and insider knowledge that comes only from decades of working on both sides of the theatre world."
"Jana Marcus has an innate ability to capture and promote the arts, and she has an impeccable sense of artistic quality – just look at her photographs and you’ll see what I mean. So, when she gets behind something, she’s going to lift it up and set it soaring. And when she does, it will be with the sensibilities of an artist. You’ll be thrilled with the caliber and personal style of her work and what it says about your company and its programs, as well as how expertly it communicates the story of your programs."
– David Dower, Executive Director/Producer, Club Fugazi, San Francisco
(Former Artistic Director Arena Stage, Washington DC, Former Artistic Programs Director, Arts Emerson, Boston)
"JANA'S WORK IS ALWAYS FANTASTIC! We look forward to working with her every season."
–Aimee Zygmonski, Santa Cruz Shakespeare (retired)
" JANA PRODUCES THE MOST BEAUTIFUL AND DYNAMIC PHOTOGRAPHS THAT CAPTURED THE HEART OF OUR SHOWS! She always exceeds all of my expectations."
– Dustin Leonard, Managing Director, Cabrillo Stage
"JANA IS WONDERFUL TO WORK WITH. She mentored me through my photography business and creative challenges. She gave me positive feedback and offered constructive criticism. I learned so many things, and even faced obstacles that I had been avoiding for a long time. Jana was patient, supportive, smart and kept me on track. If you’re thinking about working with Jana, I couldn’t recommend her enough!"
– Jacqueline Friel, Photographer
"Whenever I need a photographer to capture my work, JANA MARCUS IS ALWAYS THE FIRST PERSON THAT COMES TO MIND. She understands the importance of theatrical photography and the vital role it plays in representing a production. Her diverse experience allows her to capture some of the very best dynamics of a show. As a theatre artist, it is essential that I obtain beautiful production shots of my work and Jana’s photos make up about 70% of the visual portfolios over my 24 year career."
– Andrew Ceglio, Director, Choreographer, Self-Empowerment Acting Coach
Santa Cruz/Watsonville, CA.
831-458-2377
jana@janamarcus.com
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