Technical Theatre and Stage Management

About this programme

We enable exceptional technicians, managers, designers and makers to thrive in the arts. By combining practical and theoretical classes with work on public productions, we will support you to establish a career as a highly-skilled, curious, and creative theatre-maker. Our world-leading training responds to a continuously evolving industry and will prepare you to work in theatre, film, television, radio, digital media, events management and production. We believe a thorough grounding across all areas of production enables you to become a successful specialist. At RADA you can focus on stage management, lighting, sound, props, scenic art, construction, costume, technical and production management. We support our students to develop their individual practice, work collaboratively and feel empowered to explore new ideas. Working in a supportive and equitable environment with creative collaboration at its heart, you will graduate with the potential to become a leader and change-maker in the arts. Key information for applicants: We are currently seeking approval to combine the Foundation Degree and BA (Hons) in Technical Theatre and Stage Management (Progression Year) into a single integrated BA (Hons) programme. This means that students applying for entry in 2027 may join a new three-year BA (Hons) programme, subject to final approval. Students will also retain the option to complete their studies after two years and be awarded a Foundation Degree. At RADA, you learn by doing. You will engage in hands-on, vocational training that immerses you in theatre production, ensuri