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Stage managers excel as expert collaborators and facilitators. Their true strengths emerge in fostering creativity, harmonizing varied artistic temperaments, and sustaining an uplifting atmosphere. Meticulously organized, dependable, diplomatic, flexible, and composed in demanding situations, they serve as the foundation of every production. Versatile by nature, stage managers demonstrate empathy and insight toward their colleagues' creative workflows.
The stage management program underscores the value of comprehensive knowledge by mandating coursework in directing, technical production, set design, costuming, and lighting. Additional managerial facets are explored, such as overseeing productions, managing companies, and handling audience services.
The curriculum further highlights entertainment industry management through collaboration with UNLV's prestigious School of Hotel Administration. Stage managers find career prospects across theatrical productions, as well as in dance and musical performances.