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Run of Show
The real-time collaboration tool for live event cues, scripts, and production schedules.
What it does
Provides a real-time collaborative workspace for creating production schedules. Allows for instant 'Cue' updates that sync across all crew devices. Features a built-in 'Show Clock' for tracking timing down to the second. Includes an offline mode for locations with poor connectivity. Generates professional, printable PDFs for traditional crew members.
Why it works
Single Source of Truth: Everyone from the lighting booth to the stagehand sees the same data. Agility: When a speaker is late or a schedule shifts, one edit updates the whole team instantly. Precision: Focuses on the 'seconds' that matter in live production, unlike general task managers. Reliability: Built for the high-pressure, zero-failure environment of live events.
Category: Marketing & Growth
Team Size: 2-10
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As of 2026
Marketing & Growth
Revenue: $100k-$1M ARR
The real-time collaboration tool for live event cues, scripts, and production schedules.
Overview
Run of Show is a specialized productivity platform designed for live event producers, stage managers, and event planners. It replaces static spreadsheets and printed schedules with a dynamic, real-time 'living document' that everyone on the production crew can access. It ensures that every cue, speaker transition, and technical requirement is perfectly synced, reducing the risk of errors during live performances.
Funding status: Bootstrapped
Revenue source: Subscriptions
Customer type: B2B
Pricing: Subscription
Tech stack: React, Node.js, AWS
Platform: Web • iOS • Android
Integrations: Slack, Google Calendar, Dropbox, Zapier
Founder story
Founded by a team of live event veterans who were tired of 'spreadsheet hell' and the panic caused by outdated printed schedules. They built the first version as an internal tool to manage high-stakes corporate conferences before launching it as a standalone SaaS product to the broader events industry.
What it does
- Provides a real-time collaborative workspace for creating production schedules
- Allows for instant 'Cue' updates that sync across all crew devices
- Features a built-in 'Show Clock' for tracking timing down to the second
- Includes an offline mode for locations with poor connectivity
- Generates professional, printable PDFs for traditional crew members.
Who it's for
- Live Event Producers
- Stage Managers
- Audio-Visual Technicians
- Wedding and Corporate Planners
Why it works
- Single Source of Truth: Everyone from the lighting booth to the stagehand sees the same data
- Agility: When a speaker is late or a schedule shifts, one edit updates the whole team instantly
- Precision: Focuses on the 'seconds' that matter in live production, unlike general task managers
- Reliability: Built for the high-pressure, zero-failure environment of live events.
Growth strategies
- Targeted the professional production community via niche industry forums and events.
- Used a 'Productized' trial where teams could use the tool for one live show to see the value.
- Leveraged organic word- of-mouth among freelance technicians who move between different crews.
- Positioned as the 'Antidote to Excel' for event management.
Alternatives
Comparison overview
- Shoflo: Shoflo is the more expensive enterprise rival; Run of Show is the lean, agile alternative for small-to-mid events.
- Google Sheets: Free but lacks real-time cueing and timing features essential for live shows.
- Run of Show is the best choice for teams that want professional-grade timing without enterprise bloat.