Technical Theatre Classes
Tuesday
"Exploring the World of Technical Theatre"
Middle & High School
Tuesdays 4:30 - 6:00
January 20 - March 31
No classes March 16 - 20
Instructors: Flat Rock Playhouse Technical Theatre Staff
Cost: $250
Location: Flat Rock Playhouse Shops
2661 Greenville Highway Flat Rock, NC 28731
Dive into the fascinating realm of technical theatre in this hands-on, immersive 10-week course designed for aspiring theatre technicians. Students will explore the essential components that bring a production to life, including costumes, lighting, scenery, painting, and props. Through a combination of interactive lessons and practical experiences, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the behind-the-scenes magic that makes theatre possible. Each student will spend a total of two classes with each technical department. No experience is needed.
This class includes a $25 registration fee that covers a student t-shirt and project materials used during the course.
Wednesday
"Intro To Digital Storytelling"
8th - 12th Grade
Wednesdays 4:30 - 6:00
February 25 - April 1
No classes March 16 - 20
Instructors: Jeb Purcell
Cost: $150
Location: Playhouse Jr. Education Center
1855 Little River Rd. Flat Rock, NC 28731
In this 5-week course students will gain experience crafting stories through the use of digital video and audio technology. In five 90-minute sessions students will learn about scripting and storyboarding, basic lighting and sound set-ups, digital editing (including greenscreen effects and motion graphics), and how these processes and technologies are applied to theatre, film, and social media in today's rapidly changing entertainment industry.
This class includes a $25 registration fee that covers a student t-shirt and project materials used during the course.