Production and Design Projects

DRA4486.02, section 2
Course System Home Terms Spring 2026 Production and Design Projects

Course Description

Summary

In this project-based class, students will undertake intermediate or advanced level work in lighting design, scenic design and/or stage management. The course is designed for those developing and implementing theatrical designs, as well as stage managers of faculty or student directed projects being produced on campus. In a studio atmosphere, students will share work in process each week, from inception through realization of their respective production projects. Particular attention will be placed on collaboration and communication between members of design/production teams. Additional rehearsal and/or other work time each week outside of class is required. All participants must have already taken at least one course in the project area. Those interested in taking this course must make arrangements with the instructor for an appropriate spring term project prior to registration. 

 

Learning Outcomes

  • Advancement of Artistry and Craft in Theatrical Design or Stage Management
    Advancement of Collaboration Skills
    Advancement of Play (or alternate media) Analysis Skills

Prerequisites

Meeting with instructor to agree on the project work to be done in this course. Note: all participants must have already taken at least one course in the project area.

Please contact the faculty member : mgiannitti@bennington.edu

Cross List

  • Dance

Instructor

  • Michael Giannitti

Day and Time

WE 10:00am-11:50am

Delivery Method

Fully in-person

Length of Course

Full Term

Academic Term

Spring 2026

Area of Study

Credits

4

Course Level

4000

Maximum Enrollment

10

Course Frequency

One time only