Technical Theatre Operations VETAB

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

This course is ideal for someone who loves live performance and would prefer to be behind the scenes. The course covers all aspects of preparing and operating a show from making props and basic staging, setting up the show’s staging, lights and sound equipment and operating the show. It is a very practical course that prepares graduates to work in many aspects of the entertainment industry or go on to further, more specialised training.

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The course is run in association with the ACTT’s extensive production program so all students gain valuable hands-on experience in real performance and presentation situations in more than one venue including the professional theatre space at ACTT’s theatre campus the Cleveland St Theatre. Subjects include basic Stage Management, Rigging and Operating Lighting and Sound, Occupational Health and Safety, First Aid, Prop Making and Procuring, Stage Installation and Set Design and Manufacture.


All work is taught and supervised by the ACTT’s technical staff and by guest industry specialists. The course is designed to provide maximum interface with those working in the industry from a range of professional organisations, companies and venues. There is a strong emphasis on safe work practices and industry expectations. Study consists of attendance at regularly scheduled production tutorials / workshops, a variety of practical exercises, rehearsals; supervised administrative activities, production meetings and performances, tours and on-site visits to a range of facilities and venues and up to two weeks on secondment/work experience. Students in recent years have spent time with the Sydney Theatre Company, The Ensemble Theatre, The Lyric Theatre, The Sydney Festival and the Sydney Convention Centre and Exhibition Centre. Past graduates have gained varied employment in the industry including work on concerts, television shows, and a range of live indoor and outdoor events.
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CERTIFICATE III IN LIVE PRODUCTION, THEATRE & EVENTS (TECHNICAL OPERATIONS (CUE30203)

  • Eight months full-time on variable days each week.
  • Industry recognised.
  • Starts February and/or June
  • Nationally Endorsed Training.
  • Approved for Austudy and international students.
  • Industry secondments.
  • Interview required for entry.

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