Performing Arts & Production is a dynamic pathway for students who want to create, perform, and produce. With a musical theatre focus, the program combines professional training in dance and acting with stage production, theatrical lighting, and event planning. Students also build essential business knowledge of the entertainment and creative industries, learning how to manage projects, plan events, and develop entrepreneurial skills that help turn their passion into a lasting career.
Flexible schedules support rehearsals, productions, and collaboration with other programs in Butler Tech’s School of the Arts.
Hands-On Experience
Students learn by doing. They stage live performances and lead creative projects from concept to curtain call. Real-world opportunities include:
- Job co-op experiences
- Internships
- Job shadowing
- Mentorship with industry professionals
Graduates are ready for entry-level roles or to continue their education at a two- or four-year college. College credits can be earned while still in high school.
Program Highlights
Industry Overview
From center stage to behind the scenes, the performing arts industry thrives on creativity, collaboration, and innovation. Whether entertaining live audiences, staging performances, or designing unforgettable events, this field offers endless opportunities. Success requires artistry, discipline, and strong communication skills, which open doors in theater, film, television, event production, and the broader entertainment business.
Course Work
- Acting and script analysis
- Musical theatre and performance
- Dance technique: Hip Hop, Jazz, Contemporary, Ballet, and more
- Choreography
- Business of arts and communications
- Stage production and theatrical lighting
- Event planning and business-focused capstone projects
- Costuming and makeup, expanded to include Costume Design