Technical Theatre Diploma at Capilano University

Gain the skills to work in professional theatre production and stagecraft in the Technical Theatre diploma program at Capilano University. In the program, students learn about the history of performance and gain an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a professional theatre crew. Students receive a thorough grounding in the art of stagecraft by applying various skills and tools in lighting, sound, scenic construction, prop making, scenic painting and stage management to produce numerous productions.

Faculty: Fine & Applied Arts  |  Department: School of Performing Arts  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall 2027  |  Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

Areas of study Grip production Production and theatrical design Scenic art and construction Sound design Stagecraft Technical theatre fundamentals Theatre crew responsibilities Assist student productions Become a stronger team player and develop their abilities by lending their growing stagecraft skills to student productions — including plays and concerts — each term. Become an onstage designer As part of their training, students develop an eye for design, with courses in theatrical lighting, stagecraft, live and studio sound and creating stage properties.

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