Student technicians working with mentors.

About the program

Graduating Senior students with interest or experience in technical theater (ex. stage management, lighting, sound, wardrobe, etc.) are invited to apply for the Technical Theater Career Pathway with a submission of required materials including: headshot, resume and supporting documentation (ex. photos, videos, paperwork, etc.) of their work. An interview and director references will be requested. Select students will be invited to an interview where a panel of theater professionals will determine six (6) Career Pathway Technicians who will be assigned to professional mentors and work on creating Spotlight Showcase and surrounding pre/post show events. The six (6) Career Pathway Technicians have the option to be considered for the Technical Theater New York Experience.

Technical Theater New York Experience

The Technical Theater New York Experience is an all-expenses paid trip to New York, where students observe, meet and train alongside top technical theater professionals. Based on their organization, innovation and collaboration on Spotlight Showcase, two (2) students of the six (6) Career Pathway Technicians are awarded the Technical Theater New York Experience.