At the Artz Centre, we are proud to stage over 20 productions each year, ranging from fully-staged musicals and site-specific cabaret performances to “show-in-a-week” projects and even music video productions. These productions provide a wealth of opportunities to engage young people in the magic of creating live performance.

What sets us apart is our commitment to including everyone in the creative process not just those who aspire to be in the spotlight, but also those who dream of making the spotlight shine. Recognising that many people love theatre but may prefer a role behind the scenes, we’ve developed a robust Technical Theatre program. This program provides young people with high-quality, industry-standard training in technical theatre, production, and stagecraft.

Our technical production training equips participants with a comprehensive toolkit of skills needed to work on fully realized productions. Primarily focusing on lighting and sound, the program also incorporates videography, stage management, and design. Training includes both practical and theoretical components, covering everything from preparing for a performance to mastering state-of-the-art equipment.

Some of the highlights of our training include:

• Hands-on experience with industry-standard lighting and sound desks.
• Stagecraft skills such as rigging and lighting installation.
• Sound engineering and studio production, including recording and editing.
• Lighting design, programming, and operation of both fixed and moving lights.
• Preparing and managing live radio microphones for performances.
• Creating integrated sound, lighting, and video designs.
• Graphic design for productions.
• Team collaboration and crew management.

This platform not only develops technical expertise but also fosters confidence, teamwork, and leadership. Many of our students have gone on to train further at prestigious institutions such as the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, Guildford School of Acting, and the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.

Whether you’re a budding technician or simply curious about how productions come together, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey. At the Artz Centre, we believe in making performance possible for everyone. Together, we can build the skills, confidence, and creativity needed to bring any vision to life.