Management in the Performing Arts: An Empirical Exploration of Organizational Structures in Indian Theatre

Study aimed to understand the organization structure 
of performing arts organizations from India. To develop a conceptual frame work based on a grounded theory based on six theatre organizations. The study highlighted how performing art organizations in India are highly dependent on a small core group, often comprising founders or founding families, and rely on strong personal networks in the arts sector. They are supported by membership that is flexible and project-oriented, and organizational boundaries are relatively porous.