Applications for our new higher education Diploma of Stage Management course have opened for study in February 2026! Browse Course Structure
Stage Management at JMC
Master the art of running the show. Learn how to plan, manage, and deliver professional productions in theatre, working alongside directors, designers, and performers from day one. Specialise in stage management while building real-world skills in lighting, sound, set and prop design, and production operations. Train in iconic venues like the Belvoir St Theatre and the Sydney Opera House, and graduate ready to take charge behind the scenes.
Why Study Stage Management at JMC
Career outcomes
JMC Stage Management graduates are the backbone of Australia’s performing arts, events, and entertainment industries. From theatre companies and concert tours to festivals and TV studios, they ensure every performance runs seamlessly. Alumni have gone on to work with The Sydney Opera House, Sydney Theatre Company, Vivid Sydney, and Live Nation, managing productions for theatre, music, and live broadcast. A career in stage management puts you where the magic happens - just out of sight, but essential to every moment.
Who is this for?
This course is designed for people who love live performance and want to play a key role in making it happen. It suits those who are organised, creative, and ready to take charge behind the scenes. Ideal for aspiring stage managers, production coordinators, and theatre technicians, it’s for individuals who want hands-on experience in professional venues, with skills that support both entry into the industry and further study in performance or production disciplines.
Stage Management
Students Train alongside our Actors and Performers in Australia's Best Facilities and Venues
[Pictured: A Midsummer Night's Dream]
What you learn
- Utilise technologies to realise theatrical designs
- Manage safety and risk in productions and events
- Understand the live production aesthetic
- Apply planning and organisational skills to productions and events
- Demonstrate knowledge of the live performance and events industry
- Apply communication and leadership skills to productions and events
What you gain
- Confidence and skills to turn creative vision into performance.
- Ability to plan, coordinate, and call shows with precision.
- Expertise in managing people, timing, and technology under pressure.
- Hands-on experience through real projects and live productions.
- A professional portfolio showcasing technical fluency and industry readiness.
Past Productions
Cry-Baby Production
Into The Woods Production
Urinetown Production
Ignite Production
Polemos Production
Cry-Baby Production
She Kills Monsters Production
Trojan Barbie Production
Mr Burns Production
Into The Woods Production
Tempest Production
Urinetown Production
Bronte Production
Polemos Production
Cry-Baby Production
A Midsummer Night's Dream Production
Into The Woods Production
Urinetown Production
1984 Production
Acting Graduate Showcase
The Acting Graduate Showcase at JMC Academy is a pinnacle event for acting students, marking the culmination of their intensive training and hard work. This showcase not only serves as a significant stepping stone into the professional world of acting but also provides an invaluable opportunity for students to network and make industry connections.
Life at JMC
Life at JMC is about more than classes - it’s about being part of a creative community. With state-of-the-art facilities, collaborative projects, and a vibrant campus culture, students are surrounded by like-minded people who share their passion for the arts. From industry events and performances to student showcases and social activities, JMC offers an environment where creativity thrives, connections are made, and ideas come to life.
