Book review: The Accidental Producer by Tim Johanson

It's looking a bit bleak out there, if the noises from regular participants in fringe theatres and new writing are to be believed. According to the naysayers, Edinburgh's globally admired Fringe festival is becoming increasingly challenging; accommodation cost too high, venue costs exorbitant and the risks associated with trying to even break even looking dicier than ever. Similarly, theatres are finding it harder to take a risk on a new play by a new writer. Step up, then, Tim Johanson, and this treasure trove of ideas from the chalk face. The Accidental Producer is a frequently funny, frank and (the best part) inspirational guide which aims to encourage and motivate the next generation of producers. By the time I'd finished it, I was poised ready to take the world by storm with an imaginary play that I hadn't even written!