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 * 1)  I think the best poster is number seven. It is very simple and to the point. The fireplace is obviously an important part of the story and is therefore centered on the poster. The picture is simple yet affective. The black pathway leading up to the fireplace almost makes you feel as if you are being sucked into it. The fireplace itself has an eerie feel, as if it is a never ending dark abyss. The color scheme is very appealing, as well. The red of the fireplace symbolizes violence while the black symbolizes darkness, despair, and depravity, all of which are prevalent in the show. I like the font of the spelling of the play and author. It goes with the tone of the play very well. Also, subtly placing the wasp in the corner is a nice touch. I like the fact that picture and title of the play can catch the eye and are separate from the more boring but necessary aspects of the poster, such as dates, address, cost, etc.
 * 2)  If cost is not a factor, the best ways for spreading the word about the play include TV commercials, radio ads, and billboards. I have also seen advertisements for plays and musicals on the tops of taxis. All of these options get the word out to mass amounts of people but are very expensive. More cost effective means of advertising are probably on the internet. Using sites like facebook and twitter is a great, cheap way to advertise. A final method for advertising is putting a message in the programs of other local theaters. This is a good way to get the information to people directly in the desirable demographic.