Questionnaires

1. For roughly how many years have you been professionally working in the theatre?
____________________ years
2. What is the highest level of education (full-time or part-time) which you have
completed to date?
(1) Lower Secondary (Junior/Inter/Group Cert)
(2) Upper Secondary (Leaving Cert)
(3) Technical/Vocational qualification (including apprenticeships)
(4) Diploma
(5) Degree
(6) Postgraduate

3. What practical training have you completed to be a theatre practitioner?

(1) Diploma

(2) Degree

(3) Postgraduate

(4) Technical education Specific school or Conservatorium

(5) Other

4. What level of course did you complete? Looking back over the year to now did you do
any training relevant to your career?

(1) Yes

(2) No

If yes, for how long in total? Days or weeks

5. Are there sufficient opportunities for you to engage in on-going training and professional
development?

(1) Yes

(2) No

6. Do you have another profession normally do when you are undertaking ‘work not related
to arts’? Please state

7. Do you do any work in the following areas?

(a) Film, TV or radio drama Yes No

(b) Other commercial/media work.

8. If your answer is yes for question number 7 how important is this work to supporting your
career in the theatre?

(1) Not at all important to my working in theatre

(2) Unimportant

(3) Neither unimportant nor important

(4) Important

(5) Crucial – I could not stay in theatre without it

9. What times of the day did this work occur?

(1) Up to 12 noon

(2) 12 noon – 6pm

(3) 6pm – 11pm

(4) After 11pm

10. What days of the week did this work occur?

(1) Monday

(2) Tuesday

(3) Wednesday

(4) Thursday
(5) Friday

(6) Saturday

(7) Sunday

(8) All days of week

11. During that time did you work any hours and can you get sufficient income?

(1) Yes

(2) No

12. If you compare the amount of your income from your work you did in the beginning with
now, was it?

(1) much less than today

(2) Less than today

(3) The same as today

(4) More than today

(5) much more than today

(6) Don’t know not applicable

13. Looking back over the last years, what is the single longest period during which you did
not work in the theatre? Please answer in numbers of weeks or months.

14. In recent years, if you have had dealings with the Social Welfare system, have you ever:
been required to retrain or apply for alternative jobs been threatened with the removal of
your benefits become aware, from your experience, that there are variations in the way that
different social welfare offices treat unemployed theatre practitioners. If your answer is yes
please say when and where

15. Looking back over the past few years, do you feel that being unemployed held back the
development of your career? If yes, please says how?

(1) Yes

(2) No
16. What is your current marital status?

(1) Single (never married)

(2) Married

(3) Separated

(4) Divorced

(5) Widowed

16. If you are not married or divorced, is it related with your job?

18. Did you have a holiday away from home, not including holidays where you go to stay in
the home of relatives?

(1) Yes

(2) No

19. Are you the only earner in your household?

(1) Yes

(2) No

20. If no, is the other earner (or earners) in your household providing a stable or steady
income?

(1) Yes

(2) No

21. If your answer is yes for question 18 do you feel that you could survive in your career as
a theatre practitioner without this regular income?

(1) Yes

(2) No

22. Thinking of your household’s total monthly income, is your household able to make ends
meet? Does it do so?

(1) Very Easily

(2) Fairly Easily

(3) With Some Difficulty

(4) With Difficulty

(5) With Great Difficulty.

23. If an emergency occurred and you needed to raise many could you do so?

(1) Yes

(2) No

24. Has your status as a theatre practitioner ever caused you difficulty when applying for car
insurance?

(1) Yes

(2) No

25. Are you registered as a PAYE earner, self-employed or a combination of both?

(1) PAYE employee

(2) Self-employed

(3) Combination of both

(4) As a Guest

26. Do you complete your own tax return each year and are you registered for VAT?

(1) Yes

(2) No

(3) Don’t know

27. Do you have any suggestions as to how the Revenue Commissioners could better deal
with people working in the theatre in Ethiopia?
1. On a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree), how would you rate
the following statement: "Theatre participation significantly contributes to my
personal income."

2. How strongly do you agree or disagree with this statement: "Theatre practice
in Ethiopia substantially impacts the overall economy of the country." Rate your
response from 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree).

3. On a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree), please rate your

agreement with this statement: "The social interactions I have within the theatre
community greatly enhance my professional development and career growth."

4. How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statement: "The
theatre industry plays a vital role in fostering positive social interactions among
various social groups in Ethiopia.?" Please respond on a scale of 1 (Strongly
Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree).

5. On a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree), how strongly do you

agree or disagree with this statement: "The theatre industry in Ethiopia
significantly influences societal behaviors, values, and norms."
1. On a scale of 1-5, with 1 being "No Impact" and 5 being "Significant Impact,"
how would you rate the economic impact of theatre on your professional life as a
theatre practitioner in Ethiopia?

2. Based on your experience, on a scale of 1-5, with 1 being "Not At All" and 5
being "Very Much," how much does the theatre industry contribute to your overall
income?

3. On a scale of 1-5, with 1 being "Very Low" and 5 being "Very High," how would
you rate the level of social interaction among theatre practitioners in the
Ethiopian theatre industry?

4. On a scale of 1-5, with 1 being "No Influence" and 5 being "Significant

Influence," how influential do you believe the theatre industry is in shaping social
interactions between theatre practitioners and the greater Ethiopian society?

5. Using a scale of 1-5, with 1 being "Strongly Disagree" and 5 being "Strongly
Agree," can you indicate your level of agreement to the following statement:
"Theatre has a profound socio-economic impact on theatre practitioners in
Ethiopia."

6. On a scale of 1-5, with 1 being "Very Difficult" and 5 being "Very Easy," how
would you rate your ability to sustain a reasonable living through your work in the
theatre industry in Ethiopia?

7. On a scale of 1-5, with 1 being "Never" and 5 being "Always," how often do you
interact with other theatre practitioners outside of professional settings?

8. On a scale of 1-5, with 1 being "Not At All" and 5 being "To a Great Extent," to
what extent do you feel the theatre industry has shaped your social standing and
reputation in your community?
9. Using a scale of 1-5, with 1 being "Not Important" and 5 being "Very Important,"
how important is the social interaction you encounter in the theatre industry to
your personal growth as a theatre practitioner?

10. On a scale of 1-5, with 1 being "Strongly Disagree" and 5 being "Strongly
Agree," please indicate your level of agreement with the statement: "The theatre
industry has a significant role in the socio-economic development of Ethiopia."
1. What best describes your role in the theatre industry?
a. Actor
b. Director
c. Producer
d. Stage manager
e. Other

2. How many years of experience do you have as a theatre practitioner in

Ethiopia?
a. Less than 5 years
b. 5-10 years
c. 10-20 years
d. Over 20 years

3. How would you rate the overall societal understanding and appreciation of
theatre in Ethiopia?
a. Very poor
b. Poor
c. Average
d. Good
e. Excellent

4. How frequently do you believe societal issues are adequately addressed in

Ethiopian theatre?
a. Rarely
b. Occasionally
c. Often
d. Always

5. To what extent do you believe theatre influences societal norms and values in
Ethiopia?
a. Not at all
b. Slightly
c. Moderately
d. Significantly
e. Completely

6. How often does your work as a theatre practitioner directly reflect societal
issues in Ethiopia?
a. Never
b. Rarely
c. Sometimes
d. Most of the time
e. Always
7. How would you rate the impact of Ethiopian theatre on societal change?
a. Insignificant
b. Minor
c. Moderate
d. Major
e. Revolutionary

8. Do you believe that the Ethiopian theatre industry has the capacity to address
and solve societal issues?
a. Strongly disagree
b. Disagree
c. Neither agree nor disagree
d. Agree
e. Strongly agree

9. In your opinion, is there enough support (financial, societal, governmental) for

theatre practitioners in Ethiopia today to effectively engage with societal issues?
a. Strongly disagree
b. Disagree
c. Neither agree nor disagree
d. Agree
e. Strongly agree

10. What is your overall level of satisfaction with the current relationship between
society and theatre practitioners in Ethiopia?
a. Very dissatisfied
b. Dissatisfied
c. Neutral
d. Satisfied
e. Very satisfied
1. How would you rate the understanding and appreciation of theatre practices in
the Ethiopian society on a scale of 1 to 5 (1 being poor, 5 being excellent)?

2. In your opinion, does the Ethiopian society provide enough support and
encouragement to theatre practitioners?
a. Yes
b. No

3. How often do you feel societal issues influence the themes of your theatre
productions?
a. Always
b. Often
c. Sometimes
d. Rarely
e. Never

4. How strongly do you agree that theatre plays a crucial role in stimulating
societal change in Ethiopia? (1 being strongly disagree, 5 being strongly agree)

5. Which of the following barriers do you believe are most prevalent in the
Ethiopian theatre industry?
a. Lack of funding
b. Limitations on freedom of expression
c. Lack of audience interest and appreciation
d. Lack of professional training opportunities

6. To what extent do you think theatre in Ethiopia contributes to the preservation

and promotion of cultural heritage? (1 being not at all, 5 being very significantly)

7. How often does your production tackle issues related to societal norms and
values?
a. Always
b. Often
c. Sometimes
d. Rarely
e. Never

8. Do you believe Ethiopian theatre is effectively used as a platform to address

social issues?
a. Yes
b. No

9. In your opinion, do societal values and traditions in Ethiopia limit the creative
freedom of theatre practitioners?
a. Yes
b. No

10. Is there a strong link between the success of theatre productions and their
relevance to contemporary societal issues in Ethiopia?
a. Yes
b. No
1. How often do you engage in daily activities outside of your professional
environment?
a) Daily
b) Several times a week
c) Once a week
d) Rarely
e) Never

2. How would you describe your level of comfort performing daily activities in
public?
a) Extremely comfortable
b) Somewhat comfortable
c) Neutral
d) Somewhat uncomfortable
e) Extremely uncomfortable

3. Has your professional status as a theatre practitioner impacted your freedom in

practicing daily activities?
a) Yes, significantly
b) Yes, slightly
c) No change
d) I am not sure
4. Have you ever felt restricted in your daily activities due to your fame?
a) Always
b) Sometimes
c) Rarely
d) Never

5. Do you feel that your professional status interferes with your privacy?
a) Strongly agree
b) Agree
c) Neutral
d) Disagree
e) Strongly disagree

6. How often do you experience interruptions from fans or the public during your
daily activities?
a) Frequently
b) Occasionally
c) Rarely
d) Never

7. Do you believe that your fame enhances or diminishes your overall freedom in
life?
a) Enhances
b) Diminishes
c) Neither enhances nor diminishes
d) Not sure

8. Do you feel the need to disguise your identity or change routines to maintain
privacy during your daily activities?
a) Always
b) Often
c) Sometimes
d) Rarely
e) Never

9. How do you navigate the balance between your professional presence and
personal life?
a) I maintain a clear separation
b) I balance both
c) My professional life dominates
d) My personal life dominates
e) I struggle to navigate this balance

10. Would you prefer more privacy to freely practice daily activities without public
intervention?
a) Yes, definitely
b) Yes, somewhat
c) I am indifferent
d) No, I enjoy the public interaction
e) No, I don't need more privacy
1. How often do you engage in social interactions with your fellow theatre
practitioners?
- Very Often
- Often
- Occasionally
- Rarely
- Never

2. During times of hardship, how frequently do you seek support from your theatre
colleagues?
- Always
- Often
- Sometimes
- Rarely
- Never

3. When you need assistance or support in your theatre practice, who do you
primarily turn to?
- Fellow Practitioners
- Friends or Family
- Professional Services
- Nobody
- Other (please specify)

4. Have there been instances where your theatre colleagues have offered their
assistance during your difficult times?
- Always
- Often
- Sometimes
- Rarely
- Never

5. How comfortable do you feel reaching out to your fellow theatre practitioners
during times of distress?
- Very Comfortable
- Comfortable
- Neutral
- Uncomfortable
- Very Uncomfortable

6. How would you rate the level of camaraderie and social connectedness among
the theatre practitioners you know?
- Excellent
- Good
- Average
- Poor
- Very Poor

7. Have you ever offered support to your theatre colleagues during their difficult
times?
- Always
- Often
- Sometimes
- Rarely
- Never

8. Based on your experience, do you feel that theatre practitioners are generally
supportive of each other during hard times?
- Strongly Agree
- Agree
- Neither Agree nor Disagree
- Disagree
- Strongly Disagree

9. Do you feel your professional relationships within the theatre community

impact your ability to cope during difficult times?
- Strongly Agree
- Agree
- Neither Agree nor Disagree
- Disagree
- Strongly Disagree

10. If the theatre community could improve its support systems for practitioners
during challenging times, what changes would you suggest?

(This question is open-ended to give respondents a chance to provide more

detailed and specific feedback)

Interview questions

How long have you been involved in the multimedia theatre industry in Ethiopia?

2. What socio-economic impacts have you personally experienced as a theatre

practitioner in Ethiopia?

3. How does the theatre sector contribute to your personal economic stability and
financial well-being?

4. In your opinion, how does the theatre industry affect the overall economy of
Ethiopia? Please provide specific examples if possible.

5. How would you describe the social dynamics and interactions among theatre
practitioners in Ethiopia?

6. Have you witnessed or experienced any significant changes in the social

interactions among theatre practitioners over the years? If so, could you please
elaborate?

7. How does the theatre industry in Ethiopia influence or facilitate social

interactions between theatre practitioners and the wider society?

8. Can you share any experiences where the theatre has had a direct impact on
community engagement or societal issues?
9. What challenges do you face as a theatre practitioner in Ethiopia in relation to
socio-economic issues?

10. Lastly, what changes or improvements would you like to see in the theatre
industry in Ethiopia to enhance both its socio-economic impact and social
interactions among practitioners and society?

Thank you for your participation in this survey. Your feedback is invaluable to our
research.

1. How long have you been involved in the theater industry?

- Less than 2 years
- 2-5 years
- 5-10 years
- More than 10 years

2. Which role(s) do you typically play in the theatre industry? (Select all that
apply)
- Actor
- Director
- Producer
- Stage Manager
- Technician
- Other (please specify)

3. How often do you interact with other theatre practitioners?

- Daily
- Weekly
- Monthly
- Rarely
- Never

4. Through which medium(s) do you primarily interact with other theatre

practitioners? (Select all that apply)
- Face-to-face meetings
- Phone calls
- Emails
- Social media
- Other (please specify)

5. How often do you participate in theatre-related networking events?

- Weekly
- Monthly
- Yearly
- Rarely
- Never

6. On a scale of 1 to 5, how important do you feel it is to have a strong social

network in the theatre industry? (1 being not important at all, 5 being extremely
important)
7. Have you ever sought advice or support from fellow theatre practitioners?
- Yes, often
- Yes, sometimes
- No, but I would consider it
- No, and I would not consider it

8. How would you rate the level of collaboration between theatre practitioners in
your current network? (1 being very low, 5 being very high)

9. How would you rate your satisfaction with your current level of social
connections in the theatre industry? (1 being very dissatisfied, 5 being very
satisfied)

10. Do you feel your social network within the theatre industry has helped you in
your career progression?
- Yes, significantly
- Yes, to some extent
- No, it hasn't made much difference
- No, it has hindered my progress
- Not sure
1. How long have you been involved in the theatre industry?
A. Less than 1 year
B. 1-5 years
C. 5-10 years
D. More than 10 years

2. How would you rate the level of social connections among theatre practitioners
during hard times?
A. Very High
B. High
C. Moderate
D. Low
E. Very Low

3. In the event of a crisis, do you feel confident in your theatre community's

ability to offer support?
A. Yes, always
B. Sometimes
C. Rarely
D. No, not at all

4. Have you ever personally experienced strong support from your theatre
community during a difficult time?
A. Yes
B. No

5. How often do you engage in collaborative work with other practitioners within
your theatre community?
A. Daily
B. Weekly
C. Monthly
D. Rarely
E. Never

6. How often do theatre practitioners in your community lend emotional support

to each other during challenging times?
A. Always
B. Often
C. Sometimes
D. Rarely
E. Never

7. How effective do you think the theatre community is at providing financial

support during hard times?
A. Very effective
B. Somewhat effective
C. Neutral
D. Somewhat ineffective
E. Very ineffective

8. Do you believe that the level of social connections among theatre practitioners
helps them overcome difficulties?
A. Strongly Agree
B. Agree
C. Neutral
D. Disagree
E. Strongly Disagree

9. How strong is the sense of unity and bond among theatre practitioners in your
community?
A. Very strong
B. Strong
C. Neutral
D. Weak
E. Very weak

10. Do you believe improved social connections among theatre practitioners could
help them better handle future hard times?
A. Definitely
B. Probably
C. Not sure
D. Probably not
E. Definitely not
1. Could you please describe your current role in the theatre industry and share
your experience in terms of years?

2. How often do you engage in collaborative projects with other theatre

practitioners? If possible, can you share the frequency on a monthly or yearly
basis?

3. What platforms, if any, do you use to connect, communicate, and collaborate

with fellow theatre practitioners?
4. Can you identify key relationships or partnerships you have formed within the
theatre industry and describe how they have influenced your work?

5. In your experience, how important do you consider networking and social

connections to be in your field of work, and why?

6. Can you explain any challenges you have faced in establishing or maintaining
social connections within the theatre industry?

7. Could you share any significant opportunities, collaborations or projects that

came about as a result of your social network within the theatre industry?

8. How do you typically reach out to or connect with other theatre practitioners
for the first time? What strategies do you employ to build and maintain these
professional relationships?

9. What, if any, are the common barriers or obstacles you encounter when trying
to expand your social network within the theatre community?

10. Is there anything you wish could be improved or changed about the current
networking or social connection opportunities within the theatre industry? If so,
what are they, and why do you feel this way?
1. Can you briefly describe your role within the theatre industry and how long you
have been involved in this field?
2. How would you define your social connections or networks within the theatre
industry?
3. Have you noticed any changes in your social connections/networks due to
recent hard times (such as the COVID-19 pandemic, economic downturns, etc.)?
4. Can you provide any specific instances where your social network has been
instrumental in helping you navigate these challenging times?
5. What challenges or obstacles have you faced when trying to maintain or
expand your social connections within the theatre industry during these hard
times?
6. How have your professional relationships and collaborations been affected
during this period?
7. In your experience, what role do social networks play in the resilience and
adaptability of theatre practitioners during difficult times?
8. Have you developed any new strategies or approaches to maintain or enhance
your social connections within the theatre industry during these challenging
times? If yes, please describe.
9. What type of support or resources do you believe would be most beneficial to
theatre practitioners in order to maintain and strengthen their social networks
during such times?
10. Can you share any insights or lessons learned about the importance of social
connections within the theatre industry, particularly during periods of hardship?
1. What is your primary source of income as a theatre performing artist in
Ethiopia?
A. Performing in theatre productions
B. Teaching classes/workshops
C. Private performances
D. Other (please specify)__

2. How would you describe the current economic conditions for theatre
performing artists in Ethiopia?
A. Very Poor
B. Poor
C. Fair
D. Good
E. Very Good

3. Over the past five years, have you seen an increase or decrease in your income
as a theatre performing artist?
A. Significant increase
B. Slight increase
C. No change
D. Slight decrease
E. Significant decrease

4. What percentage of your income is spent on necessities (like food, housing,

basic healthcare)?
A. Less than 25%
B. 25% to 50%
C. 51% to 75%
D. More than 75%

5. Have you ever had to turn down a performing opportunity due to financial
constraints?
A. Yes, frequently
B. Yes, occasionally
C. No

6. How often do you face issues with late or non-payment for your performances?
A. Very often
B. Occasionally
C. Rarely
D. Never

7. Do you feel that you are fairly compensated for your work as a theatre
performing artist?
A. Yes, always
B. Sometimes
C. No

8. What are the most significant financial challenges you face as a theatre
performing artist in Ethiopia? (Choose up to three)
A. Low rates of pay
B. Irregular income
C. Lack of employment opportunities
D. High costs of living
E. Lack of financial security

9. In your opinion, how could the economic conditions for theatre performing
artists in Ethiopia be improved? (Choose up to three)
A. Increase in pay rates
B. More employment opportunities
C. Government support or subsidies
D. Stronger contracts and payment terms
E. Training and financial management

10. Do you have another job to supplement your income as a theatre performing
artist?
A. Yes
B. No
C. Currently looking for one.
1. How long have you been working as a theatre performing artist in Ethiopia?
2. Can you describe the current economic conditions as it pertains to your
profession in the performing arts sector in Ethiopia?
3. In your opinion, what are the main economic challenges that theatre artists
face in Ethiopia today?
4. How do these economic conditions directly influence your professional
decisions as a theatre performing artist?
5. Can you share any specific economic issues you've personally encountered or
witnessed within the Ethiopian theatre community?
6. What kind of financial support mechanisms are currently available to you and
your fellow theatre artists in Ethiopia?
7. How do you perceive the government's role in supporting the economic
conditions of theatre artists in Ethiopia?
8. How has the economic condition impacted the overall growth and development
of the theatre industry in Ethiopia?
9. What are some potential solutions you see that could improve the economic
situation of theatre artists in Ethiopia?
10. How do you envision the future of theatre performing arts in Ethiopia,
especially considering the current economic climate?

Technical practitioner economic perspective

1. How long have you been involved in the theatre industry in Ethiopia as a
technical practitioner or artist?

2. Can you briefly describe the nature of your work as a technical practitioner or
artist in Ethiopia's theatre industry?
3. Based on your experience, how would you describe the current economic
condition of the theatre industry in Ethiopia?

4. How have the economic conditions in Ethiopia influenced your ability to create
and perform theatre pieces?

5. What financial challenges, if any, have you faced as a result of the current
economic conditions?

6. In your opinion, what impact is the economic climate having on the overall
quality and quantity of theatre productions in Ethiopia?

7. How have the economic conditions affected your income and job security as a
technical practitioner or artist in the theatre industry?

8. Are there any financial supports or grants available within your industry to
assist during difficult economic periods? If so, please describe.

9. How do you see the future of the theatre industry in Ethiopia considering the
current economic scenario?

10. What changes, if any, do you believe need to be made within the industry or
the larger Ethiopian economy in order to support and develop the theatre sector?

1. On a scale of 1-5, how would you rate the current economic conditions for
theatre technical practitioners in Ethiopia?
a. Very Poor (1)
b. Poor (2)
c. Fair (3)
d. Good (4)
e. Excellent (5)

2. How often do you encounter financial constraints while working on a theatre

production project?
a. Never
b. Rarely
c. Sometimes
d. Often
e. Always

3. Does the current market provide adequate financial resources for theatre
productions in Ethiopia?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Unsure

4. In your opinion, do theatre technical practitioners in Ethiopia receive a fair

salary?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Unsure
5. Have you experienced economic challenges in procuring technical equipment
for theatre productions?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Unsure

6. Do you believe the economic conditions for theatre technical practitioners in

Ethiopia have improved in the last five years?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Unsure

7. How would you rate the availability of opportunities for career growth for
theatre technical practitioners in Ethiopia's current economic conditions?
a. Very Poor (1)
b. Poor (2)
c. Fair (3)
d. Good (4)
e. Excellent (5)

8. Are you satisfied with the current economic conditions and opportunities
available for theatre technical practitioners in Ethiopia?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Unsure

9. Do you believe that the government is doing enough to improve the economic
conditions of theatre technical practitioners in Ethiopia?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Unsure

10. What do you believe is the biggest economic challenge facing theatre
technical practitioners in Ethiopia today?
a. Low wages
b. Lack of funding for projects
c. High cost of technical equipment
d. Lack of job opportunities
e. Other (please specify)

Theatre producer perspective

1. How long have you been involved in the theatre production industry in Ethiopia?
a) Less than 1 year
b) 1-3 years
c) 3-5 years
d) More than 5 years
2. What scale of theatre productions do you usually produce?
a) Small scale (up to 50 audience capacity)
b) Medium scale (up to 200 audience capacity)
c) Large scale (more than 200 audience capacity)

3. On average, how many performances do you produce annually?

a) Less than 5 performances
b) 5-10 performances
c) More than 10 performances

4. How would you rate the current economic condition for theatre producers in
Ethiopia?
a) Very Poor
b) Poor
c) Fair
d) Good
e) Excellent

5. How have economic conditions affected your theatre production business in

the past two years?
a) Negative impact
b) No impact
c) Positive impact

6. What is the biggest economic challenge you currently face as a theatre

producer in Ethiopia?
a) Lack of funding
b) High production costs
c) Low ticket sales
d) Other (please specify)

7. Have you sought financial support or sponsorship for your theatre productions
in the past?
a) Yes
b) No

8. Are you currently exploring new revenue streams for your theatre productions
(e.g., digital streaming, merchandise sale, etc.)?
a) Yes
b) No

9. How do you foresee the economic conditions for theatre producers in Ethiopia
changing in the next two years?
a) Deteriorating
b) Staying the same
c) Improving

10. Would you be interested in participating in initiatives that are aimed at

boosting the economic conditions for theatre producers in Ethiopia?
a) Yes
b) No
1. Can you briefly describe your experience as a theatre producer in Ethiopia's
economic context?
2. How has the current economic situation in Ethiopia affected your role as a
theatre producer?
3. What are the key economic challenges you are facing in producing theatre in
Ethiopia?
4. Can you describe an event where the economic conditions significantly
impacted your production?
5. In your opinion, how does the economic status of Ethiopia influence the theatre
industry and its growth possibilities?
6. How do fluctuating economic conditions affect your decision-making process
when it comes to production planning?
7. Have there been any economic policies or strategies that have positively
contributed to your role as a theatre producer in Ethiopia? If so, can you
elaborate?
8. How do you navigate financial constraints while ensuring the quality of your
theatre productions?
9. Can you share a few strategies you have adopted to cope with or overcome
economic challenges in your profession?
10. Looking forward, how do you anticipate Ethiopia's economic conditions will
evolve and what impact do you foresee this having on your work as a theatre
producer?