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We train for the profession with the profession. Houston has a large arts community that gives our students access to internships, observerships and overhire possibilities with such organizations as the Houston Grand Opera, Houston Ballet, Alley Theatre, Stages Repertory Theatre and IATSE PRODUCTION Local 51. Students graduate from the Production Program with the skills, confidence and experience necessary to launch a technical career or pursue an advanced degree in production or design.

PROGRAM FEATURES PROGRAM OVERVIEW Our students learn in intimate, collaborative ensemble- Students spend their first two years learning and honing foundational based classes skills in technical production, stage management, design, graphic communication, play reading and analysis, and architectural and costume One-on-one mentoring and career consultations from history. Their training includes both classroom work and hands-on faculty and professional artists experience on at least one show per semester. Professional artists and guests allow our students to As upperclassmen, students are introduced to costume, lighting and network and gain practical experience scenic design. They can either continue to broaden their training in Extensive cross-collaboration with the Stage various areas or specialize in advanced training in scenery, costuming, Management Program lighting or sound. As they continue to develop their practical skills, students have the opportunity to take on technical leadership positions UH annually mounts two professional productions with on productions. the Houston Shakespeare Festival, performing to nearly 30,000 patrons each summer

Students working in the scenic workshop. Photo/Karen Grentz

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