Staging equipment ideas

Teacher resource developed by The Arts Unit

Considerations prior to purchasing equipment

When purchasing staging equipment it is essential to be clear on the reason or purpose you have for buying the equipment, the specific features you require and the budget specifications you have.

Some useful questions to ask before purchasing equipment include:

What does the school require the equipment for?
What are the specifications of the space the equipment is being used in?
Does the school have storage for the equipment when not in use?
What specific equipment is specifically needed?
What specific features of each piece of equipment are required? (For example; How many students are required on the choir risers?
Does the new equipment need to connect with any existing equipment?
Is the equipment being permanently installed or portable?
Is the budget allowing for equipment at entry level, mid range or higher quality?

When purchasing equipment for your school it is essential to follow all the Department of Education policies and procedures.

Support resources and training for using EDBuy is available on the DoE procurement webpage.

Staging equipment examples

Disclaimer: The following lighting equipment examples are only suggestions and not recommendations or endorsements of any particular product. Your individual school circumstances and budget need to be considered when purchasing any equipment so they work best for your school context.