6 lessons
Lighting
Fixtures, control, patching, color, focus, and the safe boundaries of the department.
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Your backstage advantage
Good shows start with a good crew.
A practical field guide to the gear, skills, and teamwork that bring live events to life. Learn a little, practice safely, and show up ready.
5 field guidesCore departments and crew skills
Practical lessonsSignal flow, gear, and safe habits
Knowledge checksPractice what you pick up
Pick a path
Explore the trades
Each guide has its own lessons, quick references, and quiz.
6 lessons
Audio
Microphones, stage patching, signal flow, monitors, gain structure, and cable care.
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6 lessons
Video
Sources, switching, displays, common connections, formats, and troubleshooting.
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5 lessons
Stagehand basics
Call etiquette, communication, teamwork, work areas, load-in, and load-out.
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4 lessons
Cable handling
Over-under wrapping, deployment, inspection, storage, and special cable care.
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A good first step
Start with the crew mindset
Learn the plan before touching the gear
Every show, venue, and department has its own plot, patch, labels, and procedures. Use these guides to learn the vocabulary and concepts, then confirm the actual task with the department lead.
Read Stagehand basics ↗Small habits make a big difference
Keep paths clear, protect connectors, label carefully, and speak up when something looks damaged or unclear. Reliable crew members help everyone work with confidence.
Practice cable handling ↗⚠Training note: This guide is an introduction, not a certification. Follow venue procedures and qualified crew direction. Do not attempt electrical, rigging, or other hazardous work without the required training and authorization.