Theatre design (foundation)

A degree in theatre design will include studying set, props and costume design. On lots of courses you will work along performing arts students to create the set and costumes for their shows.

Sean Crowley, chair of the Association of Theatre Design Courses says:

“Twenty five years ago there were just five courses, turning out a maximum of 100 graduates each year. Now there are over 20 courses and 1,200–1,300 students graduating in a climate which where most of the work is on a freelance basis and very few theatres have resident designers or design departments anymore.”

He adds that most colleges and universities have adapted their courses to provide specialist slants, so choosing the right course for you – rather than the most local one–is critical.

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