producing

…the American theatre and the producer in that of England. In ballet a régisseur coordinates the activities of the producer, stage technicians, and orchestra; handles the finances of the company; and makes all the arrangements for tours. In the cinema a régisseur’s duties—much like those of the assistant director in…

…powerful person is usually the producer, who is responsible for acquiring the investment that finances the production. The rehearsal of the play is conducted by the director, who is responsible for interpreting the script, for casting, and for helping to determine the design of the scenery and costumes. Under the…