Professional Careers in Theatre [ Part 2: Technical & Designing Careers]

Lesson Overview

By viewing & taking notes on these excellent  PBS video interviews, and then completing a GROUP THEATRE DESIGNER PROJECT, students will be provided with a REAL PICTURE of:
1) How theatre tech professionals and the various designers [ who create costumes, makeup, sound, lighting,etc.] became interested in their professions, how they were hired, etc.  2) The amazing variety in sizes/types of theatres in which they work   3) The educational and/or volunteer experience that had an impact on these professionals & their career path, their learning curve, and hence their EMPLOYABILITY 4) the creativity, focus, and follow-through needed to complete design work WELL, AND ON TIME, for a show, 5) informative personal stories and memorable QUOTES to help you begin your journey, stay motivated, and make good decisions for your employable future!