Theatre Arts - Technical Production

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Program Code: 04891 Credential: Diploma Program 4 semesters

Program Overview

Humber’s Theatre Arts - Technical Production diploma program provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to launch your career working in the performing arts industry. By learning how to build props, costumes and set pieces; paint scenery; incorporate light, sound and projections into a theatrical performance or live event; and serve the collaborative team through stage management, you will have the foundational knowledge to work in the entertainment industry.  

We focus on creative work in a collaborative artistic environment with professional discipline, broad-based training and education in all areas of technical production for the performing arts, while instilling a commitment to lifelong learning in this constantly changing field. Our faculty have substantial industry experience and full-time professional careers in the performing arts industry. We teach production primarily through the lens of theatrical productions since theatre is the most holistic amalgamation of the skills and techniques required by all performing arts. During your time in the program, you will also have opportunities to collaborate and be exposed to some of Humber’s other exciting creative programs. Collaborations with external partners further round out your overall experience and provide networking opportunities to help kick start your career.

Courses Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:

  1. Design and construct the physical elements for stage and actors to achieve production-specific goals.
  2. Provide a cohesive production experience through the integration and operation of theatre technology.
  3. Collaborate with all members of a production team to enable the creative expression of diverse ideas and concepts.
  4. Maintain safety standards for theatre operations.
  5. Manage all phases of a theatre production to industry standards.
  6. Integrate applied research on national and international theatrical history and culture to inform professional discussions.


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Our faculty are working professionals in the theatre production and live entertainment industry in the GTA and across Canada. Their work encompasses highly creative disciplines, highly technical ones, and everything in between, within the context of producing theatre and live events.

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Tom Baranski

Tom has a BFA in theatre production from York University and has worked in the theatre and live-event industry as a technician, carpenter, and technical director since he graduated in 2006. His passion for teaching was sparked in 2008 when he accepted a part-time instructor position in York University’s Theatre Department, teaching the subjects of lighting, rigging, and sound. By 2010 he had his TESOL certification and went abroad for a year to teach. Upon returning in 2011, he once again immersed himself in the world of theatre accepting the position of head carpenter/assistant technical director at Tarragon Theatre. Tom has also worked for companies such as Soulpepper, Theatre Passe Muraille, Factory Theatre, The Blyth Festival, and, most recently, as a carpenter and project lead at McWood Studios. He has been teaching in Humber College’s Theatre Production program since 2013 and some of his hobbies include backcountry camping, canoeing, and playing Dungeons & Dragons.

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Tanya Greve

Tanya is honoured to be the program co-ordinator for the Theatre Arts – Production program in the Faculty of Media & Creative Arts. She holds a BA from the University of Toronto – St. George Campus with an Honours Specialist in Drama and English.

Tanya’s professional career has spanned over 25 years working as a company manager, general manager and foremost as a stage manager. Her career has taken her across the country working with innovative artists focusing on the creation of new theatrical works.

"I truly love the opportunity to be a creative artist within the rehearsal hall and I enjoy every day I am able to instill this idea with our students in Theatre Production."

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Barbara Martin

Barbara is a freelance theatrical costumer with over 35 years' experience. She graduated from the theatre production program at Ryerson Polytechnic Institute and has a Bachelor of Education with Teacher Certification from the University of New Brunswick. She also completed a year’s internship in costume cutting and construction at the Banff School of Fine Arts.

Barbara has costumed for many highly regarded professional theatres such as Mirvish Productions (Lion King, Mama Mia, The Producers, Hair Spray, Jane Eyre), Stratford Festival, the Canadian Opera Company, The National Ballet, Canadian Stage, and Tarragon Theatre. She has had the honour of being head of wardrobe for both Young People’s Theatre and Theatre New Brunswick.

Recently, Barbara ventured into film costuming where she has worked on productions such See, Mrs. America, Umbrella Academy and Star Trek Discovery.

Barbara has taught at Humber College since 2014 and also taught at Ryerson University.

Your Career

With more than 90 venues in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and many more producing companies, Toronto is the third-largest theatre centre in the English-speaking world. Toronto is also the source of theatre productions, concert tours and industrial shows that tour nationally and internationally. 

There are many opportunities behind the scenes for technicians and craftspeople, and our graduates make careers as scenic carpenters and prop builders, conventional and moving light technicians, sound technicians, wardrobe personnel, riggers, scenic painters, and assistant designers. 

In the management realm, our graduates work as part of a stage management team and as technical directors. Our graduates also work in related areas of the entertainment industry including cruise ships, theme parks, ice shows, concert tours, industrial presentations, specialized service companies, and film and television. Some graduates form companies collaborating with performers and designers to create original work. Your career may also take you to more senior management positions or to further training to hone your skills in a specialized area of the industry or in design.

Professional Accreditations & Recognition

Working at Heights and Scissor Lift & Personnel Lift Training

Qualified students have the opportunity to earn Working at Heights and Scissor Lift and Personnel Lift Training certifications as part of the program.

Additional requirements may apply.

Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.

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    University

    Humber College

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    Country

    Canada

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    Program Discipline

    Arts/Fashion/Design

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    Duration

    4 semesters

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    Tuition fee

    CAD 16394.00 / Per Year

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    Cost of Living

    CAD 10000

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    Average processing time

    1 month

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    Program Category

    PhD/Doctorate

IELTs Requirements:
  • Total score

    6.5

  • Writing band score

    6.5 (min)

  • Listening band score

    6.0 (min)

  • Reading band score

    6.0 (min)

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