Designer’s Pathway
Step into the world of stage design and technical theatre!
“Theatre-makers are aware of the ephemerality of what they’re making. In the end, everything is only going to exist in the memories of people”
– Es Devlin, stage designer
This is a foundational, hands-on course in design and technical theatre for young people between the ages of 16 to 26. Alongside new creative peers, you will explore lighting, sound, set and costume design. Learn how to research, develop and execute design ideas for the stage.
Rebecca Riggs-Bennet, Matthew Erren and Charlotte Meagher are industry professionals who will lead you through this course to boost your confidence and build your theatre skill-set.
DATE & TIME:
Thursdays July 16 – 20 August 2026
6-8pm
VENUE:
WAYTCo Studio, 1st Floor
King St Arts Centre, 357/365 Murray St, Perth WA 6000
Course Details
| Session | Description | Date | |
| Session 1 | Sound Design with Rebecca Riggs-Bennett | Thursday 16 July | |
| Session 2 | Sound Design with Rebecca Riggs-Bennett | Thursday 23 July | |
| Session 3 | Lighting Design with Matthew Erren | Thursday 30 July | |
| Session 4 | Lighting Design with Matthew Erren | Thursday 6 August | |
| Session 5 | Production Design with Charlotte Meagher | Thursday 13 August | |
| Session 6 | Production Design with Charlotte Meagher | Thursday 20 August | |
The course costs $225, or $180 for WAYTCo members. A WAYTCo membership costs only $40 for a yearlong membership and comes with a range of benefits, so consider becoming a member today!
Partial scholarships available for those who meet our priority group criteria.
Bookings and Eligibility
This course is for young people between 16 – 26.
This course has now concluded for 2026. Stay tuned for more Pathway opportunities.
This program is produced by WA Youth Theatre Company and proudly supported by the WA Government.