Production, Engineering,& Design

About the Program

Stagecraft Production & Managerial Arts is a Career Technical Education (CTE) pathway in the Arts, Media, & Entertainment sector, offered at both AHS and CHS. This program introduces students to technical theater and live event production through a structured sequence of courses.

Course Sequence

• Production, Engineering, & Design 1 (Introductory)

  Introduction to technical theater and live event production. Students learn:

  • Shop and stage safety
  • Scenic construction basics
  • Painting and properties
  • Costume/wardrobe support
  • Fundamentals of lighting and sound (hang/focus, microphones, basic mixing)

  Emphasis on collaboration and problem-solving backstage. UC Approval: Visual Arts F Concentrator.

• Production, Engineering, & Design 2 (Intermediate)

  Intermediate design and production practices, including:

  • Drafting/CAD for scenery
  • Light plots and cueing
  • Console operation (e.g., ETC/QLab concepts)
  • Rigging fundamentals
  • Projection/media
  • Stage management workflows

  Students take on department roles in school productions and mentor introductory students. UC Approval: Elective G.

• Production, Engineering, & Design 3 (Capstone – Junior/Senior)

  Capstone leadership in roles such as technical direction, head electrician/audio lead, or stage manager. Students:

  • Build a portfolio (photos, plots, cue sheets)
  • Manage budgets and schedules
  • Execute safe, professional-quality productions across scenery, lighting, sound, and run crew

  UC Approval: Elective G.

Note: Sequencing and class options may vary by campus and year; please check with your counselor.