4. Be behind the game

Another bad look. You need to know what is going on with the show, your people, your business. Ask questions: nicely the first three times, then shout. (Joke! You should never shout.) Check the sales reports, invoices, cash flow. Do not defer, delay or meekly agree – you will repent at leisure.

5. Make enemies

Among your team, your venue and its staff, your other collaborators. Yet another bad look, and corrosive to team spirit. Be gracious and kind, but firm. Do not hold grudges; move swiftly on. Above all, be professional.

6. Hate detail

It’s a balance, because sweating the small stuff can hold you up, too. But, on the whole, detail is your friend. Make lists, count things, write them down. Double-check your figures. Micromanage a bit, and then zoom out for the bigger picture.

7. Do no previews

Shows need audiences, sooner rather than later. It is vital to assess what’s working and, more importantly, what isn’t so you can fix it before it matters. You won’t feel ready for previews, but that’s not the point. Don’t cancel previews; press on before the press are in.

Look after people. Ask how they are – and care about the answer

8. Resent other people’s success

Yet another bad look, and a complete waste of time. Be pleased for your colleagues (for that is what they are). Be genuine. Be nice.

9. Overlook the well-being of your team

Like it or not, you’re head of pastoral care. Look after people. Ask how they are – and care about the answer. Do what you can to make things easier, particularly in times of stress, illness, fatigue. Taxis, cups of tea, flowers. Don’t stint.

10. Peak too soon

In a festival context, stamina is key. Breathe deeply. Phone home. Go to bed early sometimes. Have a satsuma for every pint, and a cry if you need one. Everything passes.

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