Which statement best describes the function of a Tech Book in a show production?

• A. All show requirements
• B. Crew contact information
• C. Vendor list
• D. Rehearsal schedule

Answer: (A)

A Tech Book serves as the master reference for everything the show’s technical side must achieve. It gathers all the show’s requirements in one place so the lighting, sound, set, props, and stage management teams can plan, source, and execute accurately. This includes technical specifications, cue lists, timing, load-in/load-out details, equipment lists, rigging notes, stage plots, power needs, and safety considerations. Because it aims to capture all the show’s needs—what must exist, when it must exist, and who is responsible for it—it best describes the function of a Tech Book. While crew contact information, a vendor list, and a rehearsal schedule are important components, they are parts of the broader set of show requirements rather than the full purpose on their own.