Lesson 8 - Theatrical companies

Study Task - Write up notes on theatrical companies spoken about in class

ABTT - Association of British Theatre Technicians

They are a registered charity that push for legislation that relevant and appropriate to the industry's needs.
They also provide a safety helpline and courses that include pyrotechnics and Risk Management.

SBTD -Society of British Theatre Designers

It is the aim of the SBTD to "explore and further" the role of theatrical designers in arts. It provides educational resources and a catalogue of British theatre designer.
They provide a variety of courses that range between foundation courses, undergraduate and short courses and post graduate courses. They also throw events and provide exhibitions of their members' works.

World Stage Design
Word Stage Design is a yearly festival that takes place all round the world and celebrates the work of over 150 designers from 35 countries around the world.
A subgroup is known as Scenofest, which provides a series of workshops, lectures, activities, seminars and events all relevant to the amazing world of stage design (ha ha)

SMA - Stage Manager's Association
When looking at the SMA's website I found their description of what they do to be better than what I could do so I am sticking to it.

"We support, develop, represent and promote the work of members in the profession" - Website

"- to do your work to the highest possible standard: the SMA provides training, information resources, a quarterly magazine, advice and helplines, mentoring and career development
- to you as freelancer or employee around issues such as tax, contracts etc. as well as help finding work with the SMA's famous Freelist"