Again Charc, while I agree with you on principal, I would caution you to refrain from so vociferously attacking the methods or output of another
theatre.
1) Financial compensation arrangements vary greatly. Perhaps the LD they paid $1000 for this show got them all that extra equipment for free last year?
2) You may be working for this theatre, LD, or someone associated with it one day (or at least apply).
A favorite producer used to say in his curtain speeches
"If you like the show, tell your friends. If you don't, shut up and let them find out for themselves."
Not trying to stifle free and open discussion here, but just attempting to help you see there may have been factors of which you're not aware. Just more of my "free and unsolicited fatherly advice." Do with it what you will.
