Higher National Diploma - Technical Theatre

Technical Theatre is a creative and innovative course that will teach students the 'behind the scenes' of the theatre. Performing Arts Studio Scotland (PASS) has a range of exceptional professional facilities including the Pass studio theatre as well as dance, acting and aerial studios.

Technical Theatre students will have access to professional studios where they will bring their set/lighting designs to life as well as learn skills in stage lighting, sound, stage management, props and set construction. Upon completion, students will be qualified for further study at a university level or direct entry into the industry.

Explore creative potential and discover backstage theatre disciplines such as; management, props sourcing, scenic painting, stage sound, stage lighting and operation. In the first year, students will complete a practical work placement which will be made available through PASS industry connections. They will gain essential experience in working environments and make crucial connections with theatre professionals.

Advancing onto the second year, students will discover dynamic skills in advanced stage management, advanced lighting, lighting rigging and operation, advanced sound, professional development, special effects and prop making. They will manage the technical departments during PASS theatre shows and mentor the year one students on productions.