Stage Management and Technical Theatre: Stories

The College and the legendary BBC series ‘Doctor Who’ share a long history: a whole galaxy of students and graduates have worked on the show, from musicians working on the soundtracks with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, designers working in the art, costume and puppetry departments, and stage managers keeping it all the logistics together behind the scenes, the world of Who has provided our community invaluable opportunities.

Sarah was awarded an RWCMD Honorary Fellowship in recognition of her ongoing and generous support of the College, and her championing of the next generation of stage managers, designers and creatives, with a particular focus on supporting women.

Design for Performance and Stage Management students were invited to Prague to work on the 2023 Prague Quadrennial, the world’s largest festival of design and performance. Stage Manager Johanna Bunyan told us more:

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a theatre production?

With breathtaking landscapes and more castles per square mile than anywhere in the world, Wales has always been a favourite with film producers looking for epic outdoor locations.

If you live in Cardiff it’s not unusual to see an ambulance from Holby City Hospital parked down the next road, a Cyberman marching down the high street, or a car park full of dressing room trailers and catering vans.

The College’s Richard Burton Company brings together its Drama departments, with final year Acting students working alongside Design for Performance, Stage Management & Technical Theatre students, with sets made by our Scenic Construction students.

Giving our old kit a new lease of life, the College has donated some of its technical gear to local theatre company, Tin Shed Theatre Co.

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week and we’ve teamed up with Student Services Manager, Kate Williams, to give you some key tips, advice and resources about how to take care of your own mental well-being.