Technical Theatre + Stage Management
Challenge your skills and build your professional body of work in a rigorous, accelerated program.
This comprehensive program prepares graduates to secure a position with a major national or regional theatre company, a highly competitive apprenticeship or fellowship, or selection into a prestigious MFA program.
Application Process
A portfolio review is required for the BFA in Technical Theatre and Stage Management.
Learn about the portfolio submission process >
Program Features
- Accelerated BFA program — 3 years/2 summers (8-semester program).
- Ideal for students interested in lighting design, scenic design, stage management or directing.
- Varied, rigorous production schedule allowing exposure to a wide range of styles and genres.
- Significant schedule of nationally recognized technicians, designers and guest artists.
- Focus on “the business of the business,” including individualized career planning and one-on-one mentoring.
Preparation
- Students spend their first four semesters exploring all aspects of technical production and design.
- For their final four semesters, students choose to specialize in scenic design, lighting design, stage management, production or directing.
- The program includes two immersive seasons at Okoboji Summer Theatre, a professional summer stock theatre.
I am blessed to have such an amazing school that supports me. I am honored to be able to do what I love and represent Stephens while doing it.”
Behind the Scenes at Okoboji Summer Theatre
In the Scene Shop
Lighting + Tech
Faculty + Staff
Meet the Conservatory Faculty + Staff >
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Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre, Jamey Grisham, was recently elected to represent the Central Region Board for Actors' Equity as a Principal Delegate for the next four years. The Central Region Board includes the states of Arkansas, Illinois…
Lisa Brescia, Associate Professor of Acting, has just returned from playing the role of Heidi Hansen in Dear Evan Hansen at the Noel Coward Theatre in London's prestigious West End. Brescia has now played the role on Broadway, on the Broadway National…
Almost, Maine won two awards at the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival Region 5. The cast of Almost, Maine won a commendation for achievement in Ensemble Performance. AJ Hansen won a commendation for achievement in Scenic Design. The…
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