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Education Outreach

As a Phoenix native born and raised, I’m passionate about sharing the exciting world of technical theatre with students. Even without a theatre program, your students can explore a creative, STEM-driven career path through hands-on workshops designed to spark curiosity and build skills. My mission is to bring the tools, knowledge, and real-world experience of theatre design and technology directly to your classroom, fostering the future of Phoenix’s arts community.

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What we do

  • What We Cover:

    • Lighting 101: Intro to DMX, fixtures, and cue design for beginners.

    • Stage Safety: Rigging basics, tool safety, and crew awareness.

    • Audio Essentials: Mic setup, basic mixing, and avoiding common pitfalls.

    • Teamwork & Etiquette: How to work a show, call cues, and stay professional.

    • Custom Modules: Tailored to your program (e.g., theater lighting or concert setups).

  • Formats:

    • Single Workshops: 2–4 hour sessions for quick skill boosts.

    • Semester Courses: Full curriculums for theater or tech programs.

    • Hands-On Labs: Students practice on real gear (yours or ours).

    • Group Sizes: 10–50, ideal for classrooms or drama clubs.

  • Outcomes:

    • Students gain skills for school shows or future careers.

    • Build confidence to operate lights, audio, or rigging safely.

    • Inspire creativity through real-world production challenges.

    • Prepare for industry-standard tools and workflows.

Drafting & Design for Theatre

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Introduce students to the art and science of drafting and designing for live performances.

  • Learn the basics of creating technical drawings for stage setups

  • Explore how design concepts translate to real-world productions

  • Hands-on exercises with industry-standard drafting tools

Lighting Design & Technology

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Discover the principles of lighting design and how technology brings stories to life.

  • Understand lighting angles, color theory, and mood creation

  • Practice programming on professional lighting consoles

  • Interactive demos to design a virtual lighting plot

Audio Fundamentals

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Dive into the essentials of audio technology for live events.

  • Learn microphone types, mixing basics, and sound system setup

  • Hands-on practice with audio equipment

  • Understand how audio enhances storytelling

QLab Programming

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Introduce students to QLab, a key tool for controlling multimedia in performances.

  • Basics of cue-based programming for lights, sound, and media

  • Create sample show sequences in a classroom setting

  • Explore real-world applications in theatre and events

Stage Management Essentials

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Discover the organizational backbone of any production.

  • Learn cue calling, script management, and team coordination

  • Practice creating prompt books and schedules

  • Explore the role of a stage manager in theatre and beyond

Career Paths in Technical Theatre

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Inspire students with diverse opportunities in the entertainment industry.

  • Overview of careers in lighting, sound, stage management, and more

  • Real-world stories from Phoenix’s theatre scene

  • Guidance on education and skills needed to break into the industry

Get in contact

Whether you have questions or want to discuss a particular project please fill out the form below.  I look forward to working with you to bring your next project to life.

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