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Bachelor of Performing Arts (Stage Management)

When the show must go on, be the one to make it happen. Get hands-on experience, knowledge and skills to bring a production to life.

2

years

60

hours of industry placement

STUDY MODES

On Campus

NEXT INTAKE

June 2025

LOCATION

Collingwood and Fitzroy

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Stage Management

Bring the show to life


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, and 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.

Course Information

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Stage Manager

Play a pivotal role in the successful execution of theatrical productions. Work closely with the director, production team, and cast to handle various tasks to ensure the smooth running of rehearsals and performances. Organise and manage all logistical aspects of the production.

Venue manager

Runs a theatre venue for either a private operator or local council. This includes the hiring of staff, maintaining the facilities as well as the allocation and upkeep of technical equipment.

Lighting Designer

Taking cues from the Mise en Scène of a performance, lighting designers craft and oversee the lighting for a diverse array of productions, including plays, musicals, operas, concerts, tours, television and movie sets, and art installations.

Studying Stage Management

Millie, Stage Management Student

"I've worked in a lot of different venues that I would have never had the opportunity to get into. "

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your Stage Management course can’t wait. Neither can you.