What we love about this die-cut booklet example:
The Books project for Schucked presents a uniquely designed and creatively printed playbill. The 11×11 booklet features a 130# silk cover that exudes elegance and durability. The 100# silk text paper ensures a smooth reading experience. The saddle-stitched binding method provides a classic and secure finish. The standout feature is the innovative die-cutting technique, adding visual interest and enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal.
Print & design specs:
- Project Size: 11 x 11
- Cover Paper: 130# silk cover
- Text Paper: 100# silk text
- Binding: Saddle Stitched
- Finishing: Die Cutting
- Client: Shucked
Production notes for die-cut playbills
A playbill has to work as a program and as a souvenir, especially when the cover includes a specialty finish. The Schucked booklet uses a square format, silk cover, silk text pages, saddle stitching, and die cutting to create a more theatrical object while keeping the program easy to browse during a show.
For similar theater and entertainment programs, we review dieline placement, cast-change deadlines, sponsor pages, page count, binding order, image rights, and delivery timing around performances. Specialty finishing is strongest when the production schedule leaves enough room for proofing and final content changes.
