Bachelor of Performing Arts (Stage Management)

Before a casting call is even announced, the stage management and technical production team is taking a theatrical production from a vision into a reality. Whether guiding a performance through the rehearsal process or using the nuances of sound and light to bring a scene to life, the stage management and technical production team are at the heart of every production. It's a challenging role, but our Stage Management course arms you with everything you need to excel in the industry. Whether you want to work on small-scale shows or major productions, our experienced lecturers will guide you to a place of confidence.

With units focusing on theatre studies, stage management projects, technical production Critical thinking, you will gain the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in stage management and develop a fundamental awareness of the practices and responsibilities of all roles involved in a performing arts production.

Our courses are designed to make you career-ready, so you'll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sought-after industry placements. You'll also collaborate with students from other courses to develop a well-rounded understanding of the arts and entertainment industries and build valuable creative connections.

Throughout the degree, you will:

• Gain an in-depth understanding of stage management, coordination and leadership.
• Develop the skills and knowledge to work in the performing arts industry on shows ranging from small-scale to major productions.
• Evaluate theoretical concepts, management methodologies, technical processes, and creative and cultural ideas.
• Exercise critical thinking and judgement with a global outlook to identify problems and find solutions in the planning, production and realisation of performed works.
• Adapt knowledge and skills in stage management through creativity, leadership, technical aptitude and communication.
• Get real-life experience working through industry placements.
• Collaborate on industry projects with students from other courses.
• Study on-campus with access to all of Collarts' campus facilities.