Prequalified Structures for The Stage

This course explores theater set design structures and responsibilities, covering loads, materials, and engineering in entertainment settings. Students gain insight into how builds are made and enhance safety awareness.

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Construct Solid Sets with Confidence

Unleash your creativity and jumpstart an exciting career in theatre set design with Fusion Studio for Entertainment and Engineering’s Prequalified Structure for the Stage online course. This course explores how to safely and effectively create structures for use in entertainment contexts, covering prequalified structures, loads on platforms, safety, and best practices in engineering. Taught by industry expert Rich Donne, this course covers the “how” and “why” of entertainment builds from industry expert Rich Dionne.

Study at your own pace over five weeks with no prior experience or prerequisites needed. This course is ideal for aspiring theatre technicians and stage managers looking to deepen their understanding of structural engineering for set builds. It’s also beneficial for educators, students and hobbyists who want to enhance their technical skills and safety knowledge in entertainment production. Gain invaluable insights and get the skills you need to build a dynamic career in theatre engineering. Register today!

5
Week Course
12
Month Full Access
$500
cost per credit (Indiana and Non-Indiana Residents)

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