Description
Behind every successful stage production is a skilled stage manager who ensures everything runs seamlessly—from first rehearsal to final curtain. This course offers a deep dive into the art and logistics of stage management for live theatre, concerts, and performance events. You’ll start by understanding the stage manager’s critical role in pre-production: script breakdown, prompt book creation, production meetings, and rehearsal planning. Lessons cover how to run rehearsals efficiently, take blocking notes, and maintain actor schedules. You’ll learn how to communicate with designers, directors, and crew, ensuring everyone remains on the same page. The course delves into tech week protocols, calling cues (lighting, sound, scene changes), backstage management, and handling unforeseen issues with calm and professionalism. You’ll study real-world examples and apply tools like rehearsal reports, run sheets, and performance logs. Safety, union rules, and equity standards are addressed in detail. Whether managing a small play or a large-scale musical, this course prepares aspiring stage managers with the organization, communication, and leadership skills necessary to bring complex live productions to life successfully.
Abubakar –
This course gave me a real-world look at what it takes to manage a live show. From cue sheets to backstage etiquette—it covered everything I needed before stepping into my first role.
Nasiru –
I now recommend this course to all my students interested in backstage careers. It’s practical, engaging, and teaches the professionalism required in live performance environments.
Sabiu –
What stood out was the focus on problem-solving under pressure. The scenarios and checklists have already helped me manage two high-stress events smoothly.
Idongesit –
I took this course to better support my stage managers, and I’m glad I did. It highlights the unseen but vital work that keeps productions running like clockwork.
Pius –
I had zero experience when I signed up, but now I feel totally prepared to run a rehearsal and call a show. The breakdown of roles and responsibilities was so clear.