Training Program 2023 | HKUST Shaw Auditorium

Course Descriptions

Jointly offered by EMIA and MTPC, this 3-credit Technical Theater Arts course explores the backstage world of theater production. Students will investigate how the various technical disciplines collaborate to develop into a stage production. They will also be hands-on hardware and software that is used in a real-world performance and presentation. Knowledge about the roles and procedures of front-of-house in the theater will also be covered to let students have a holistic view on theater operation.

Course Descriptions

Jointly offered by EMIA and MTPC, this 3-credit Technical Theater Arts course explores the backstage world of theater production. Students will investigate how the various technical disciplines collaborate to develop into a stage production. They will also be hands-on hardware and software that is used in a real-world performance and presentation. Knowledge about the roles and procedures of front-of-house in the theater will also be covered to let students have a holistic view on theater operation.

Course Details

Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Date: Feb 4, 11, 18, 25. Mar 4, 11, 18, 25. April 1, 15, 22, 29. May 6
Duration: 13 weeks including the final production project
Venue: Main Hall of the HKUST Shaw Auditorium
Target Students: Students from all schools
Enrollment: 20
Assessment: Written test 30%, final production project 70%

Planned Activities

Lectures on the theories behind stage design and technologies
Demos of the stage setup, and hands-on practice of related skills
Discussions and case studies on specific technical topics
Backstage tour of performance group and theater
Capstone project on a theater production

Course Details

Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Date: Feb 4, 11, 18, 25. Mar 4, 11, 18, 25. April 1, 15, 22, 29. May 6
Duration: 13 weeks including the final production project
Venue: Main Hall of the HKUST Shaw Auditorium
Target Students: Students from all schools
Enrollment: 20
Assessment: Written test 30%, final production project 70%

Planned Activities

Lectures on the theories behind stage design and technologies
Demos of the stage setup, and hands-on practice of related skills
Discussions and case studies on specific technical topics
Backstage tour of performance group and theater
Capstone project on a theater production

Application Procedures

Interested students can complete and submit the online application form by clicking the "Apply Now" button on or before 26 Jan 2023
Selected applicants will be informed on 27 Jan 2023 for interview on 30 Jan at 9:30 am in the Main Hall of the Shaw Auditorium
Confirmation for acceptance will be emailed to successful applicants on 30 Jan 2023
For enquiry, please email: admintta@ust.hk

Application Procedures

Interested students can complete and submit the online application form by clicking the "Apply Now" button on or before 26 Jan 2023
Selected applicants will be informed on 27 Jan 2023 for interview on 30 Jan at 9:30 am in the Main Hall of the Shaw Auditorium
Confirmation for acceptance will be emailed to successful applicants on 30 Jan 2023
For enquiry, please email: admintta@ust.hk

Application Procedures

Interested students can complete and submit the online application form by clicking the "Apply Now" button on or before 26 Jan 2023
Selected applicants will be informed on 27 Jan 2023 for interview on 30 Jan at 9:30 am in the Main Hall of the Shaw Auditorium
Confirmation for acceptance will be emailed to successful applicants on 30 Jan 2023
For enquiry, please email: admintta@ust.hk

Join the Technical Team

Students who successfully complete this course will be invited to join the MTPC Technical Team as student helpers at the Shaw Auditorium to participate in the daily operation of the theater and provide backstage support for performances and events.