This is part of the new tips and tricks series. It's mid-April when I'm starting this topic, and the thought of income tax is weighing on the minds of many US-based stage managers. The performance industries create some unique situations when it comes to paying tax - between freelancing and touring and per diems, we've got a lot to consider.
What have you learned from doing your taxes as a stage management professional?
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