Careers in Theatre & Performing Arts

This ongoing series serves as a stepping stone in understanding specific careers and provides a wealth of information on the education and training needed within each profession along with a look towards the future of the field with an informative employment outlook.Whether it be music, dance, cinematography, costume design, or many other choices, students interested in a career in theatre and the performing arts have an incredibly wide variety of options to choose from when selecting a career path. Careers in Theatre & Performing Arts is designed to provide need-to-know information on the various careers in this popular field.Careers in Theatre & Performing Arts provides detailed information on 25 different career paths, including:ActorDancerCamera OperatorCostume DesignerMakeup ArtistArt DirectorStage ManagerMusic Director. Information-packed chapters provide real-world information about these in-demand professions, including: A Day in the Life, Work Environment, Education & Training, Earnings & Advancement, Employment Outlook, Networking Contacts, Areas with the Highest Employment Levels, and Conversations with Real Professionals.