Production & Rehearsal Management in the Performing ArtsProduction & Rehearsal Management in the Performing Arts

Course content.
In this minor, we explore production management forms that extend well beyond the coordination of work processes. Students will be prepared to confidently and independently act as producers in the performing arts scene. This central interface function includes project financing, working conditions, and rehearsal formats. Additionally, students will question classic hierarchical structures and artistic working models, which, due to their composition, constantly revisit the topic of work culture.    
Knowledge of funding systems, project applications, working methods, diffusion, and communication strategies round out the course. This practice-based minor will enable you to develop a project dossier and prepare you to take on the role of production and/or rehearsal manager in the performing arts.

The minor, offered by the the Department of Performing Arts and Film, is taught in English and aimed at Bachelor’s and Master’s students. It is open to students of all departments, and offered every two years.

Skills acquired in the course.
–  Understand, analyze and reflect on current production processes in the Swiss dance and theatre landscape  
–  Initiate, plan and rehearse artistic productions independently 
–  Operate in temporary work contexts and project logics in an independent manner  
–  Learn, apply, discuss rehearsal methods 
–  Position your artistic work approach and reflect on working conditions  
–  Understand the funding system in Switzerland and create a project dossier  
–  Apply appropriate methods of communication and diffusion   
–  Network with relevant key players in the performing arts scene in Switzerland.  

Admissions requirements.
This minor is open to all Bachelor’s and Master’s students. 

Language skills required.
You need the following languages to take this minor:
–  English: to be able to follow a discussion
–  English: to actively participate in a verbal exchange
–  English: to understand a text
–  English: to write a text

Benefits of studying at ZHdK.
–  Practical and tailored to your project 
–  Helpful input on funding systems and project funding in Switzerland 
–  Design and creation of a project dossier 
–  Knowledge of and reflections on various production and rehearsal formats 
–  Networking with key players in Switzerland’s performing arts scene

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Minor Coordination

At ZHdK, students choose a Major. In addition to this core subject, they can choose one or two Minors to deepen or expand their major skills and knowledge across various disciplines. This wide choice of courses is unique in Europe and enables students to develop and sharpen their individual profile.