Program Overview
The Technical Theatre Academic Certificate program provides students with training required to work in the technical theatre industry. It includes training in Theatrical construction, lighting, sound, design, and hands-on production work which will prepare students to compete in the professional theatre world.
The Theatre Department faculty supports high standards in theatre education, enriched with film collaboration; they encourage and mentor individual students to attain their highest potential.
Career Opportunities
There are numerous opportunities in technical theatre including Lighting, Sound, construction, stagehand work, stage management, and design for theatre, film, music, or speaking events. Students may obtain employment and/or internships with theatre, film, or event organizations and venues in the local communities or nation-wide. Technicians and designers may seek membership in industry unions. Many technicians do not hold regular jobs in the field, but work as contract entrepreneurs.
What You Will Learn
- Apply entry-level professional skills in Stagecraft, Lighting, Costuming, Sound, and Theatrical Design to apply to technical work on live performance.
- Apply theory and skills related to production of artistic works for stage, film, and other media.
- Critically analyze the production values for stage, film, and other media, with appropriate expression, accuracy, and artistic value.
- Demonstrate competency in, and understanding of, the skills involved in creative artistic works for stage, film, and other media.
Estimated Cost
- Course fees: $25
- Supplies: $50
Note: Fees vary based upon specific registration and are subject to changes.
Career Outlook
Some careers shown require further education beyond this program.
Additional Information
Program Entry Requirements
There are no requirements to enter the program itself, but there is a required audition to take THEA 1190. Students should contact David Knoell at dknoell@slcc.edu for more information.
Note: This Academic Certificate is not financial aid eligible but the courses within this certificate may be eligible if taken as part of a financial aid eligible program, including the Theatre A.S. degree.