The Theatre Arts Department typically does one musical and one play each semester, along with other performance opportunites throughout the academic year. Participation in backstage crew is open to all students and community members. Crew members are an essential part of the production team and serve as stagehands/deck crew, dressers, hair and make-up technicians, lighting operators, and audio/video technicians. No prior experience required.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED:
Crew assignments are determined through an interview process at the start of each semester. Students interested in crew must attend a crew interview to secure a place on a crew. Interviews were completed in January 2026, but interested students can still contact Professor Jenny Jacobs (jjacobs39@ivc.edu) to see if any opportunities remain available.
Interviews allow students to learn more about the Crew opportunities that are available this semester, as well as for the faculty to meet students and learn about their interests and learning goals. You are welcome to drop-in for an interview, but you can also sign-up and let us know that you're interested in a crew position so we can better prepare for your interview.
Learn more about IVC Theatre Arts CREW by reviewing the Spring 2026 Crew Schedules below.
While Fall 2026 Schedules will be different, time commitments for Crew are similar.
We hope to announce the 2026-27 Season in May along with Crew Information.
And we look forward to seeing you at interviews for the Fall 2026 productions!
You can participate by enrolling in a transferrable course For-Credit or take a Free Zero-Unit class instead.
UC/CSU TRANSFERABLE COURSES:
TA61 Theater Crew: Scenic
TA62 Theater Crew: Costume
TA63 Theater Crew: Lighting
TA64 Theater Crew: Audio/Video
TA65 Theater Crew: Makeup
FREE ZERO CREDIT OPTION:
TA 415 Theater Rehearsal and Performance
No prior experience required to participate.
If you want to get involved, contact Professor Jenny Jacobs to learn more about available opportunities.