{"id":38103,"date":"2025-07-21T00:08:30","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T05:08:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tuts8dev.wpenginepowered.com\/teen-apprentice-program\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T14:31:03","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T20:31:03","slug":"teen-apprentice-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tuts.org\/teen-apprentice-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Teen Apprentice Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;40px||30px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;||15px||false|false&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; module_class=&#8221;custom_row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;9a1805a3-c29d-4ffa-bf89-82729353589e&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; header_2_font_size_tablet=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_2_font_size_phone=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_2_line_height_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_line_height_phone=&#8221;1.2em&#8221; header_2_line_height_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>Explore the Backstage World of Theatre<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Teen Apprentice Program<\/strong> at Theatre Under The Stars offers high school students an unparalleled opportunity to discover the administrative, technical and creative side of musical theatre. From scenic and lighting design to stage management and directing apprentices gain hands-on experience guided by theatre professionals.<\/p>\n<p>Open to high school students interested in areas of the industry other than performance. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Workshops &amp; Panels<\/strong> led by TUTS staff and guest artists<\/li>\n<li><strong>Backstage Mentorship<\/strong> with industry professionals<br \/>\n<strong>Insights into Career Paths<\/strong> across theatre and live entertainment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The program follows the academic school year. By the end of the spring semester, apprentices leave with practical skills, professional connections, and a deeper understanding of the theatre industry.<\/p>\n<p>Applications are now being accepted through Friday, Oct. 24. 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No prior theatre experience is required, but an interest in technical theatre or management is recommended.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;What areas are covered?&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf0fe;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]Lighting, scenic and sound design, stage and company management, directing, casting, and costume design, among others.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;How often does the program meet?&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf0fe;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]Monthly sessions are scheduled throughout the academic year, typically on weekends or weekday evenings.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Is there a cost?&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf0fe;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]There is no fee to participate.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Can I participate if I\u2019m also involved in TUTS Academy or HSMT?&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf0fe;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]Yes! 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