Contact

Don Buschmann, Program Coordinator
820 East Genesee Street
315-443-2669
dgbuschm@syr.edu

Faculty

Don Buschmann, Stuart Plymesser

Description

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Stage Management prepares the student for a career as a professional stage manager. Program requirements are a combination of classes and experiential learning. The department works hand in hand with Syracuse Stage to provide a learning environment that emulates the professional world of the stage manager. First-year stage management students participate behind the scenes as production assistants. From the second year on, the students participate as assistant stage managers and production stage managers for main stage and Theatre productions. Students will also serve as interns with Syracuse Stage productions allowing them the experience of working as production assistants on professional productions.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Leadership: Student creates a way for others to contribute to the production process; demonstrates a dedication to the project and an acceptance of responsibility
2. Communication: Student accurately relates all notes and concerns to all involved in a timely manner
3. Artistry: Student adapts stage management techniques and approach to the genre, style, concept and situation
4. Decision Making: Student accepts responsibility for position appropriate decisions, demonstrates good judgement and encourages collaboration
5. Organization: Student effectively and efficiently utilizes information and people for all work-related activities
6. Professional Standards: Student will demonstrate the ability to participate in collaborative artistic endeavors to a professional standard

Program Requirements

Note

Students may only have a combined total of 12 credits from Independent Study or Experience Credit

Degree Awarded: BFA in Stage Management

Undergraduate University Requirements

The following requirements and experiences apply to all Syracuse University Undergraduate matriculated degree programs.

• ​IDEA Course Requirement 
• First Year Seminar