What is Technical Theatre?

Technical theatre encompasses all that goes into making a staged production.  When you go to a play, the opera, the ballet, or even a concert you notice the people on the stage performing. You may also notice the lighting effects, audio effects, costuming, makeup, and the set the performers are on. All of these things are part of the world of Technical Theatre.

Theatre Tech I

Theatre Tech I is a hands-on introduction to the understanding, designing, crafting, and execution of theatrical productions.  Our objective is to learn the basics of theatre terminology and to obtain the hands-on skills to properly execute basic theatre production.  We explore design, lighting, set construction, sewing, and makeup to name a few.

Theatre Tech (Levels II-IV)

Advanced Theatre Tech encompasses all upper levels of Technical Theatre. Students are independent learners who have proven to be reliable technicians and artisans. The advanced level of instruction may include scale model building, set construction, costume design/construction, face casting, and scenic painting.

Varsity Theatre Tech

Varsity Theatre Tech Production is the highest level of technical theatre offered at BHS. This is the perfect position for our crew leaders and aspiring technicians and designers. Varsity Tech students are required to compete in UIL Theatrical Design and UIL One-Act. Students are enrolled in Varsity Tech by application only. Application details are released near the end of each school year. 

Crews for Shows

We host open auditions for the Fall Show, Musical, and Senior Directed Play Festival.  
At any one of these auditions all are welcome to fill out a crew application, which will typically be a Google form.  
​Students interested in crew DO NOT need to interview. Your application provides all the information we need.
Furthermore, you do not have to be taking any theatre classes to participate in shows, whether cast or crew. 

Open Tech Calls

Students in the technical theatre department often assist with other departments and outside performance groups. Some of the duties include light board and sound board operators, backstage scene shifts, makeup applications and front of house assistance.  

Costume Design & Construction 

This advanced class will teach you the fundamentals and go deeper into costume design and construction. You need to have taken Theatre Tech I, Theatre Arts I, JV Theatre, or Art I to be eligible for this class. 
Furthermore, if you wish to be the costume manager for a production, you must be a member of this class.