Diploma of Performing Arts

Collarts Diploma of Performing Arts in Stage Management is a practical, career-focused pathway designed for those who want to enter the live performance industry sooner. This diploma emphasises hands-on training and real production experience, preparing you for the realities of professional theatre and live events.

You’ll build essential skills in stage management, rehearsal coordination, technical theatre, lighting and sound basics, rigging, desk operation, and production planning. You’ll also gain a strong understanding of how actors, directors, writers, and technical teams work together. Studio-based learning and ensemble productions allow you to step into stage management roles early, developing confidence, leadership, and problem-solving skills in live performance environments.

With industry-informed teaching, collaborative projects, and opportunities for practical placements, this diploma equips you with job-ready skills and industry awareness, making it an efficient alternative to a Diploma degree for those focused on building a sustainable career in stage management and live production.

Voted as Australia's #1 provider of creative arts courses for Teaching Quality and Engagement, Collarts will get you there.

Before a casting call is even announced, the stage management and technical production team is taking a theatrical production from a vision into a reality. Whether guiding a performance through the rehearsal process or using the nuances of sound and light to bring a scene to life, the stage management and technical production team are at the heart of every production. It's a challenging role, but our Stage Management course arms you with everything you need to excel in the industry. Whether you want to work on small-scale shows or major productions, our experienced lecturers will guide you to a place of confidence.

With units focusing on theatre studies, stage management projects, technical production, and critical thinking, you will gain the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in stage management and develop a fundamental awareness of the practices and responsibilities of all roles involved in a performing arts production.

Our courses are designed to make you career-ready, so you’ll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sought-after industry placements. You’ll also collaborate with students from other courses to develop a well-rounded understanding of the arts and entertainment industries and build valuable creative connections.