A Participate Production Arts and Technical Theatre session
An opportunity for students who may progress into managerial and Head of Department roles in their future careers to gain an insight into what being a manager may entail. Providing an introductory look into the range of skills required to excel, as well as space to reflect on what that could look like for them.
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“I really loved listening to everyone’s views on the matter – people don’t really have conversations about these topics.”
For design, stage management, and technical students, stepping into managerial roles on internal productions is an important part of their course. But learning how to manage others – especially peers – can, without support, feel overwhelming. In this session, we’ll work with students as they make this transition, providing clarity on what being a manager entails and sharing practical guidance on how to approach it. Tonic regularly delivers management training across the industry for technical and production Heads of Department and this is a version of this work specially adapted for students.
Participate student session. Photo by Justin Slee
What we’ll cover
What a manager is: the role, responsibilities and remit
Key skills that contribute to effective management
The importance of clear, constructive and empathetic communication
Ways to build a professional persona as a manager, and establish boundaries
You’ll come away with
Clarity on what sits within your role as a manager, and what doesn’t
Insights into the skills and qualities you can focus on cultivating in yourself as a manager
Practical tools and templates that enable you to lead meetings with confidence (we’ll focus on holding a one-to-one meeting and team meeting)
A framework to help you give constructive feedback
Greater confidence in presenting yourself to peers with your manager ‘hat’ on and establishing your authority
Yes, please email info@tonictheatre.co.uk to arrange a time to discuss your needs with a member of the team.
Yes, we would be happy to discuss bundling this course with others that we offer. We can also create bespoke sessions just for you. Find out more on our bespoke training page or email info@tonictheatre.co.uk to discuss what we can do for you.
Participateis Tonic’s programme of training created specifically for schools, colleges and conservatoires in the performing arts. It’s designed to help both students and staff address a range of topics in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion, to help them cultivate a safer and more inclusive training environment, and to provide advice and tools they can take with them. Find out more
Participate. Training created specifically for students of performing arts colleges and conservatoires, and their teachers.
All enquiries welcome! If you are interested in booking this course, or just need some more information, please complete the form below and one of our team will be in touch. Or email us direct at info@tonictheatre.co.uk.
