I have been a fan of G-Mail and Google Calendars for some time now. I began using G-Mail for its archiving and labeling purposes. I can open every email I sent and received from a specific show, even if it was years ago, thanks to my google account.]
Recently, I have discovered Google Websites. It can be found across the top bar when you are logged into a google account. It has a simple editor for the looks and colors of your pages, or as I chose to do, you can load pictures in their places.
I began experimenting with this at [Company deleted], where the company now have a full website they can access from home to see their daily schedules, season schedules, City Information/Travel packets, and much more. You can choose to make the site public or private, and since I'm a stationary freak, all of the background I use are related to the website in someway.
Most recently, I created a website for my cast for Light in the Piazza, which my university is doing next quarter. I was able to post a PDF copy of the script and score (since librettos wont be ordered until the students are on break), the entire soundtrack, full production calendar, etc. The best part is because it is a google product, it works well with other google products. You can upload a google calendar onto a google website, and everytime something is added or changed on the calendar, it automatically updates the one on the website.
example: (please note this website has not been given out to the public because it is still under construction!)
EDIT: Link removed. If it isn't given to the public, then it shouldn't be here, on a public website. Remember that SMNetwork gets 10x more visits per day than it has members. - PSMKay
So far I have received GREAT feedback. Actor's LOVE not having to call a hotline, check their email account, or track down their call board. A one-stop website has decreased confusion for everything from auditions to closing night! It has completely changed how I stage manage as well.
Basically, I was hoping other people could post questions if they are using google websites, positives or negatives about their own experiences, and other suggestions about the powers of the internet. So far the only limitation I've found with google is that there is a size limit to the site. It's fairly large, but I don't like the cap. Eventually I'd like to learn more about a real website making program, but there are so many out there it gets confusing (and expensive). Anyone have input?
Thanks,
[Name and company removed]