Red Deer College THTR 168:Stage and Event Management Course Outline: Fall 2014 & Winter 2015

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1 Red Deer College THTR 168:Stage and Event Management Course Outline: Fall 2014 & Winter 2015 Instructor: Nancy Sager WC: Office: AC 205 (located in the Main stage booth entrance area) Office Hours: Tuesday/Wednesday 11:00am 1:00 pm by appointment Class Time: Wednesday 12:30-2:30 pm Room: 1504 and venue spaces Credit Hours: 2 Academic Calendar Entry: Introduction to fundamentals of the production process in management and communication skills for the entertainment industry. Course Summary: This course will provide a venue to examine an event, investigating the fundamentals of process and personnel involved from creation to completion. The basic skills required to manage in this capacity will be discussed, practiced as possible and observed. Participation as a crewmember and assistant will also be explored. Learning Outcomes: To understand the role of a Stage and Event Manager as they function in both leadership and assistant capacities. To develop core skills a student can directly apply as a technician to an event setting. The student will: Practice fundamental Time Management strategies needed by a technician. Gain functional knowledge of backstage etiquette Participate effectively as a crewmember Demonstrate a knowledge of basic technical communication terms Acquire key components of how to manage an event Gain a working knowledge of Industry standards and practices for managers and crewmembers during the process of an event Course Topics: Time Management Structure and job descriptions Organization Rehearsal Process and Structure Working with Talent Riders Event Scheduling Project communication and information flow In depth look at the responsibilities and function of a Stage/Event Manager

2 Learning Activities: This course will be comprised of a variety of delivery methods including lectures, scenario discussions, multimedia, and group work. Observation of current productions will be incorporated to further enhance learning. Material and Special Fees: Assessment of Student Performance: Information Presentation 15% Observation 10% Time Management 25% Participation and attendance 30% Organization 25% Grading Information for Projects and Assessment: Information Presentation and Delivery 15% Assignments designed to practice communication style vital to a Stage or Event Manager. The student will present in various scenarios and be asked to communicate directives and or information using a variety of methods. Observation: 5% The student will attend various live events that relate to classroom material Time Management: 25% You will learn how to establish deadlines, timelines and goals. Some work will be done with a partner. Designed to prepare you for the complex prioritization needed in the Live Event Industry. Organization 25% Appraisal of the implementation of skills used to organization successful completion of assigned elements and tasks during an event. The students will participate in choosing what projects will be used for assessment. Data storage and management will be key elements. Participation and Attendance 30% Interactive discussion is vital to ensuring that topics are covered in such a way as to meet individual student concerns. It is expected the student will in engage in this ideal forum to practice the ability to express their ideas and perspectives. Attendance is critical as many opportunities presented in class will not be able to be rescheduled or repeated. Late or Absence Any late or intended absences must be communicated to the instructor prior to class time. Unexcused late or absence will dock 2% each time. It is understood that unavoidable circumstances may occur; in this case please see your instructor as soon as possible. Midterm Feedback: Available by appointment. Students can discuss their progress current grade and any concerns they may have regarding their learning to this point.

3 Grading System Grade Grade Point Percentage Description A Outstanding A Excellent A B Very Good B B Good C C Satisfactory C D D Pass F Fail Important Dates: Sept. 2 First day of Fall term classes Sept. 10 Last day to register or add/drop Fall or Full-year courses Oct 7 EMERGENCY RESPONSE DAY Oct. 13 Thanksgiving College closed Oct. 24 Midterm feedback will be received by this date Nov. 11 College closed for Remembrance Day, No classes Dec. 3 Last day to withdraw from Fall courses and receive a Withdraw Dec. 22 Final grades available Required Textbooks and Equipment: Binder, blank paper, pencil, ruler (not scale) Recommended resources: The Stage Management Handbook - Daniel Ionazzi Academic Misconduct: Please become familiar with what constitutes academic misconduct, as well as the consequences. Plagiarism involves submitting work in a course as if it were the student s own work. Plagiarism may involve the act of submitting work in which some or all of the phrasing, ideas, or line of reasoning are alleged to be the submitter s own but in fact were created by someone else. The complete RDC policy is available at: _misconduct_processes_policy.pdf

4 Changes to the Course Outline: Changes to the course outline will be made with the consent of the course instructor and students. Changes will be reviewed by the Department Chairperson for consistency with College policies. Classroom Learning Resources: May be available to students in alternative formats. Personal Counseling, Career, Learning and Disability Services Are provided by RDC. Inquire about locations at Information Desk. It is the student s responsibility to discuss their specific learning needs with the appropriate service provider. Course Outline It is the student s responsibility to be familiar with the information contained in the Course Outline and to clarify any areas of concern with the instructor. Student Dispute, Appeal and Misconduct Processes Policy and Standard Practice Students should refer to this should questions or concerns about the Course Outline not be resolved directly with the instructor. Dr. Dale Wheeler, Program Lead -- Performing Arts, School of Creative Arts 4 September 2014

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