Drill, Cut, Create: Powering Up Theatre Technicians
Help me give my students .
access to safe, professional-grade power tools so they can confidently build, design, and bring our theatrical productions to life.
What I love most about my students is their determination to build something bigger than themselves—whether it’s a set piece, a prop, or a moment of magic onstage. They are thoughtful, creative, and eager to learn the skills that make the theatre come to life behind the scenes.
The cordless power drills will allow students to assemble sets with greater efficiency and mobility, the jigsaws will help them safely cut intricate shapes for props and scenery, and the work gloves will ensure they protect their hands while learning proper tool handling.
These tools will help foster confidence, precision, and safety while giving them hands-on experience that mirrors real-world technical theatre practices. With each project, they’re not just building sets—they're building skills for life.
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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