STAGE MANAGEMENT is a hands-on approach to learning the art of stage managing a live theatrical event. The student is exposed to the fundamentals of organizing and implementing rehearsals, production meetings, technical rehearsals and run of play. Students learn skills such as analytical thinking, organization, teamwork, and problem-solving. Class meets MONDAY & THURSDAY 3:30-5:30PM
by Karen Loftus,
DTA Instructor and Professional Stage Manager
"You may think that’s a lot of responsibility to place on young people. But I know that they’re definitely up for the challenge. There may be those students that don’t necessarily want to be on the stage, but they long to be a part of the process and the community.
Student stage managers set the tone.
We create our environment with our attitudes, as well as how we interact with our fellow artists. I think that student stage managers can be very successful in creating that positive and efficient environment. We all know as teachers that our kids tend to listen to each other more than they do to adults. So how great would it be to have a student that’s setting the tone for your rehearsal and performances?
Student stage managers are leaders.
Student stage managers can get kids to buy into the rehearsal and performance process probably more than any adult could. So, as a director, your student stage manager is your ally, as well as your right hand.
Student stage managers are collaborative.
Stage management can be approached in many different ways. What works for one stage manager may not work for another. Seasoned stage managers learn how to steal from other stage managers they admire. They ask, “Hey, can I get a copy of that form?” or “Can I look at your book?” or they may even ask to shadow the stage manager during the show and listen in on headset.
Student stage managers are team players.With the stage management staff, there’s often a production stage manager, an assistant stage manager, and production assistants. This is a great structure to work with when you’re training your student stage managers..."
DTA Instructor and Professional Stage Manager
"You may think that’s a lot of responsibility to place on young people. But I know that they’re definitely up for the challenge. There may be those students that don’t necessarily want to be on the stage, but they long to be a part of the process and the community.
Student stage managers set the tone.
We create our environment with our attitudes, as well as how we interact with our fellow artists. I think that student stage managers can be very successful in creating that positive and efficient environment. We all know as teachers that our kids tend to listen to each other more than they do to adults. So how great would it be to have a student that’s setting the tone for your rehearsal and performances?
Student stage managers are leaders.
Student stage managers can get kids to buy into the rehearsal and performance process probably more than any adult could. So, as a director, your student stage manager is your ally, as well as your right hand.
Student stage managers are collaborative.
Stage management can be approached in many different ways. What works for one stage manager may not work for another. Seasoned stage managers learn how to steal from other stage managers they admire. They ask, “Hey, can I get a copy of that form?” or “Can I look at your book?” or they may even ask to shadow the stage manager during the show and listen in on headset.
Student stage managers are team players.With the stage management staff, there’s often a production stage manager, an assistant stage manager, and production assistants. This is a great structure to work with when you’re training your student stage managers..."