The Course

This fascinating course covers all aspects of technical theatre and backstage work including lighting, moving lighting, sound, stage management, live events planning, electrics, crewing and maintenance. You’ll be working with some of the latest industry equipment and practitioners whilst gaining knowledge and practical experience. In order to develop your skills you’ll work as technical crew on a variety of productions and events, supporting theatre productions, music gigs, conferences, awards ceremonies, photo shoots and fashion shows. As well as working on in-house shows you’ll also be given opportunities to work with industry specialists on work experience projects. Previous learners have worked with The Floral Pavilion Theatre, Pacific Road Theatre, ABER Lighting, MJD Productions and The Chameleon Theatre.

Upon successful completion of the first year of the course, you will be awarded a BTEC National Diploma in the subject.