BA (Hons) Stage Management in Birmingham United Kingdom | Birmingham City University

Our BA (Hons) Stage Management program delivers comprehensive hands-on training, preparing students to enter the industry as skilled professionals immediately after graduation. You'll acquire real-world experience while mastering essential competencies for every position within a stage management team.
This three-year curriculum offers a complete overview of stage management, while also building foundational knowledge in technical theatre and design. This broadens your capabilities for working in the dynamic, high-pressure world of stage management and related fields.
Throughout the program, you'll examine all facets of theatrical production. Focusing on technical and logistical components, your coursework will cover lighting and sound systems, costume design, set construction, prop acquisition, maintenance procedures, and tour management. Additionally, you'll expand your expertise by learning about event administration, funding strategies for small theatre companies, and contemporary theatre practices.

Career preparation
The BA (Hons) Stage Management program clearly outlines the duties and functions of a Stage Manager in theatrical productions. You'll examine the applications of theatre lighting, sound systems, and audiovisual equipment. Through studying props, costumes, and set design, you'll gain thorough insight into industry requirements.
We'll equip you with the necessary abilities to serve as Assistant, Deputy, and Stage Manager. Engaging with professional organizations and current industry topics will help transition you into workplace roles.
You'll develop proficiency in all stage management techniques, production technologies, and design elements, including vital health and safety protocols for theatrical productions. The program emphasizes developing versatile, transferable skills applicable across various professional settings.