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Becoming a Theatre Technician: Life as a Stage Manager

Ever wondered exactly what a stage manager does and how to break into the industry? We sat down with Adam McClelland to discover the skills and experience needed to land the role.

Dive into the World of Wigs, Wardrobe & Makeup with Bebe Brunjes!

Discover what it takes to become a triple threat designer, as well as a triple threat performer, with hair, wardrobe, and makeup creative, Bebe Brunjes!

So You Want To Be a Theatre Technician: Working in Costume

Handy with a needle and thread? Always doodling costume designs? This is the post for you! Today we dive into the backstage world of costumes with costume supervisor Phoebe Chambers.

So You Want To Be a Theatre Technician: Working in Lighting

Ever wondered exactly what a lighting technician does or how to become one? This is the blog post for you! Dive into the world of lighting with Shaun Ellis.

So You Want To Be a Theatre Technician? Working in Automation

In this series, we're asking what it's like to work in a huge variety of different backstage roles. This week we chatted to Jack Wigley, Head of Automation at Back to the Future the Musical!

How to Set Up an At-Home Voice Over Studio

Whether you're a novice voice over artist or have tons of experience, setting up your own home studio is a daunting task. Here are some top tips to get you started.

Actors...Get Backstage!

Stepping away from the spotlight and working backstage could be one of the most valuable experiences in your professional/amateur acting career. Here's why!

Herding Cats...Or, What I Learned as a Stage Manager!

Being stage manager is not for the faint of heart but it's also an incredibly rewarding job. Take a dip into the wonderfully busy world of stage management!

Generalize Your Portfolio - Why it is Useful to Have More Than One String in Your Bow

It’s no secret that finding work in theatre is a game of chance. But, as someone with a diverse skill set, more opportunities might just come your way!

I Wish I Knew: Being a Sound Engineer and I.A.T.S.E. Leader with Amanda Sager

I Wish I Knew interviews Amanda Sager about being a Sound Engineer at the Oregon Shakespeare Festical, and the President of I.A.T.S.E. Local 154.

I Wish I Knew: Interview with Creator and Wardrobe Specialist Franzesca Mayer

In the latest 'I Wish I Knew', Franzesca Mayer of Rubberlesque discusses what she wishes she had known before becoming a designer and wardrobe specialist.

The Top 10 Items Needed by Stage Managers

Stage managers are the unsung heroes of every production. Here are ten of the best SM kit goodies.