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'''Direction''' is a [[Sage Study|sage study]] in the [[Sage Field|field]] of [[Drama (sage field)|Drama]], describing the act of organizing and running a production, with expertise in managing talent and finances of a dramatic production.
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 === Expert Status ===
-:* '''[[Theatrical Stewardship (sage ability)|Theatrical Stewardship]]''': the character is granted the privilege of owning and operating a theatre, once applied for and the conditions of the region being met regarding approved projects according to the realm's culture and religion.  Thereafter, stage productions put on at that theatre may bestow from 0-6% of a character's existing total.  In addition, the character gains prestige and influence resulting from the significance of the theatre in that location.
+:* '''[[Mystic Stagecraft (sage ability)|Mystic Stagecraft]]''': permits the building of a space that permits minor magical enchantments, such as vanishing through portals, the conjuring of mist, the disappearance and reappearance of props, along with numerous other illusions and transmutations, all of which are bound within the physical confines of the stage.
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 '''Direction''' is a [[Sage Study|sage study]] in the [[Sage Field|field]] of [[Drama (sage field)|Drama]], encompassing the creative and managerial process of overseeing all aspects of a dramatic production.  Characters with the study interpret a playwright's text, guide actors in their performances, choreograph movements and gestures, make decisions about staging and design within the constraints of available resources and shape the overall artistic vision of the performance.
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-Productions grapple with constrained stage spaces, basic lighting, and minimal props.  Directors ingeniously navigate these limitations, relying on symbolic props and adaptable sets to evoke diverse locations and atmospheres.  Performances center on exaggerated gestures and robust vocal projection, crucial for ensuring audience comprehension in the absence of advanced stage technology and in intimate theater spaces.  Rehearsal periods are shorter compared to modern standards, necessitating precise blocking to choreograph movements and ensure clear sightlines for the audience. The intimate theater settings foster closer interaction between performers and spectators, enabling directors to exploit this proximity to evoke emotional responses and engage the audience intimately.
+Productions grapple with constrained stage spaces, basic lighting and minimal props.  Directors ingeniously navigate these limitations, relying on symbolic props and adaptable sets to evoke diverse locations and atmospheres.  Performances center on exaggerated gestures and robust vocal projection, crucial for ensuring audience comprehension in the absence of advanced stage technology and in intimate theater spaces.  Rehearsal periods are shorter compared to modern standards, necessitating precise blocking to choreograph movements and ensure clear sightlines for the audience. The intimate theater settings foster closer interaction between performers and spectators, enabling directors to exploit this proximity to evoke emotional responses and engage the audience intimately.
 While it's unlikely that a character would pursue this study in the context of traditional D&D, this nevertheless comprises a bardic pursuit that remains an option for both player and non-player characters.  The possibility exists for these skills to add depth and versatility to the game world and the character's long-term goals.

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 :* '''[[Mentorship (sage ability)|Mentorship]]''': showcases the director's ability to nurture and guide actors, playwrights and other creatives, imparting invaluable insights, techniques, and wisdom gained from experience.  Functions similarly to [[Instruction (sage study)|instruction]] for a wide variety of artistic studies in performance, including literature, music, puppetry and more.
-:* '''[[Stage Production (sage ability)|Stage Production]]''': gives the character complete knowledge in translating a given work to the stage, from blocking scenes, rewriting parts for actors, obtaining the best performances and managing technical issues.
+:* '''[[Stage Production (sage ability)|Stage Production]]''': gives the character complete knowledge in translating a given work to the stage, from blocking scenes, rewriting parts for actors, obtaining the best performances and managing technical issues.  These productions are capable of giving a small amount of actual [[Experience (X.P.)|experience]] to viewers (from 0-2% of a character's existing total) once every three months, when a new production is seen for the first time.
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 :* '''[[Mentorship (sage ability)|Mentorship]]''': showcases the director's ability to nurture and guide actors, playwrights and other creatives, imparting invaluable insights, techniques, and wisdom gained from experience.  Functions similarly to [[Instruction (sage study)|instruction]] for a wide variety of artistic studies in performance, including literature, music, puppetry and more.
-:* '''[[Stage Production (sage ability)|Stage Production]]gives the character complete knowledge in translating a given work to the stage, from blocking scenes, rewriting parts for actors, obtaining the best performances and managing technical issues.
+:* '''[[Stage Production (sage ability)|Stage Production]]''': gives the character complete knowledge in translating a given work to the stage, from blocking scenes, rewriting parts for actors, obtaining the best performances and managing technical issues.
 See [[Bard Sage Abilities]]

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-'''Direction''' is a [[Sage Study|sage study]] in the [[Sage Field|field]] of [[Drama (sage field)|Drama]], describing the act of organizing and running a production, with expertise in managing talent and finances of a dramatic production.
+'''Direction''' is a [[Sage Study|sage study]] in the [[Sage Field|field]] of [[Drama (sage field)|Drama]], encompassing the creative and managerial process of overseeing all aspects of a dramatic production.  Characters with the study interpret a playwright's text, guide actors in their performances, choreograph movements and gestures, make decisions about staging and design within the constraints of available resources and shape the overall artistic vision of the performance.
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