The course will also provide technicians with an opportunity to update and familiarise themselves with these new Regulations. All participants will receive a comprehensive set of notes, the ABTT Code of Practice on Pyrotechnics & Smoke Effects and a new theatre-related guidance note on MSER.
This course is open to all theatre technicians, particularly those who have not received any formal training in the use of explosives. Subject to satisfactory completion of the course each candidate will receive a certificate signed by the tutor. This course is also recognised by the Association of Stage Pyrotechnicians. The course is being reviewed for inclusion in the ABTT course accreditation by Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama.
Pyrotechnics Awareness Course for Theatre Technicians takes place at The Kings Theatre, Southsea, on Sunday 30 April 2006 at 10.00 am. Tutor: Lincoln Parkhouse of Just FX. Cost: £100 + VAT for ABTT Members, £110 + VAT to non-ABTT members.
(Lee Baldock)
