Where Students Learn By Doing
Students don’t just learn about lighting—they run it. From solving real system challenges to designing for live productions, our programs build technical skills, teamwork, and confidence in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
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Lighting Design Fundamentals Program
An introduction to the art and function of lighting in performance.
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Angle, color, intensity, and storytelling
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Hands-on design exercises
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Intro to lighting systems
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Leave behind worksheets and materials for educators
Great for beginners or theatre classes
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Technical Theatre Fundamentals Program
A practical overview of backstage skills that support every production.
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Equipment basics + safety
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Cable management + theatre knots
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Intro to lighting systems
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Leave behind worksheets and materials for educators
Ideal for building foundational skills
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Individual Program Instruction
Flexible, in-class sessions tailored to your program.
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Lighting design + system operation
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Troubleshooting + problem solving
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Production-based support
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Leave behind worksheets and materials for educators
Ongoing support or guest instruction
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Theatre Educator Program
Training designed to support teachers and staff.
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Lighting system basics + setup
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Troubleshooting common issues
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Real-world scenarios + Q&A
Built for confidence behind the scenes
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Lighting Design Residency
A deeper, ongoing experience where students learn by doing.
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Weekly instruction
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Design + production mentorship
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Hands-on system work
Best for building or strengthening a program
Current Residency: Carolina Friends School