Regie buch

The term "Regiebuch" refers to a theatrical book that serves as a comprehensive plan for a production. It goes beyond a traditional promptbook by incorporating interpretive ideas and staging concepts. This detailed plan was developed to manage the complexity of modern theatrical productions and coordinate the work of all collaborators.1

The concept of the Regiebuch was notably utilized by Max Reinhardt, a influential theatrical director. He needed a way to organize his research and coordinate his team of designers, dramaturges, and engineers. This detailed production plan was later adapted by Bertolt Brecht into the "Modellbuch" (model book), which served as a record for future productions. The role of the "régisseur" (director) evolved by the late 19th century to encompass these broader duties of artistic interpretation and overall production management.12