Why SLE?
- Gain opportunity to go behind the scenes and learn how concerts, theatre productions and major events are brought to life.
- Develop professional skills in lighting, sound, post-production and motion graphics.
- Build your portfolio through real productions, industry projects and live event experiences.
- Train in industry-grade facilities such as The Found Space and M:idea Playground, and emerging tech tools to get you career-ready.
What is the Diploma in Stage & Live Events about?
Behind every concert, theatre production, festival, and live event is a team of professionals who transform creative ideas into unforgettable experiences. In the Diploma in Stage & Live Events (SLE), you will learn how concerts, theatre productions, festivals and major events come together.
Explore areas such as lighting, live sound, stage management, projection mapping and multimedia creation as you plan and deliver concerts, performances, exhibitions and hybrid experiences. Along the way, you will build both the technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills needed to make every show a success.
What skills will you learn?
Get hands-on with stagecraft, stage management, lighting, live sound, projection mapping and show operations. You will also develop expertise in production management, multimedia content creation, motion graphics, audio and video production, and multi-camera workflows.
Beyond technical skills, you will strengthen your creativity, communication, teamwork and problem-solving abilities to thrive in the fast-paced live entertainment industry.
What real work will you do before you graduate?
Gain real-world experience through industry partnerships. Our partnership with The Star Performing Arts Centre gives you a hands-on experience in a professional large-scale performance venue, using industry-standard lighting, sound, staging, and multimedia technologies.
Apply your skills to projects with partners such as the Asian Youth Theatre Festival, Marina Bay Sands, and Resorts World Sentosa's Halloween Horror Nights, contributing to stage productions, live events, multimedia, and projection mapping projects.
Complete a four-month internship to build your portfolio, expand your industry network, and gain practical experience and confidence to launch your career in technical theatre and live entertainment.
Further Studies
Your diploma can take you further – to degree courses at local and overseas universities. Some universities offer advanced standing, so you can complete your degree faster. For example, Queensland University of Technology grants SLE graduates up to 18 months of advanced standing for its Bachelor of Fine Arts.
Graduates may also pursue further studies in technical theatre, live event production, production management, entertainment technologies, multimedia, and related disciplines at local and overseas universities.
Careers
From concerts, theatre productions, festivals and exhibitions, to attractions, corporate events and immersive experiences, SLE prepares you for diverse careers across Singapore’s live entertainment, performing arts, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions), and events industry.
Live Production & Event Management
- Production Coordinator
- Production Manager
- Stage Manager
- Event Producer
- Show Caller
- Venue Operations Executive
Technical Theatre & Stage Production
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Technical Manager
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Stage Technician
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Lighting Designer
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Lighting Technician
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Lighting Programmer
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Sound Designer
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Sound Engineer
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Audio-Visual (AV) Specialist
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Production Systems Technician
Live Entertainment Technologies
- Multimedia Designer
- Projection Mapping Specialist
- Media Server Operator
- Multimedia Technician
- Show Control Technician
- Technical Production Specialist
Creative Media for Live Productions
- Multimedia Content Creator
- Motion Graphics Designer
- Video Producer
- Video Editor
- Livestream & Multi-camera Producer
My diploma equipped me with practical skills such as video production and storytelling, which I applied during my capstone project. Working with a real client also gave me valuable insight into the media production process.
My learning experience gave me the confidence to step into the live entertainment industry. The practical training in lighting, sound and production management has been invaluable in helping me perform effectively as a Production Coordinator.
Inspiring Portfolio
Going Regional to Connect with Artists in Asia
For the 2025 Asian Youth Theatre Festival Residency in Vietnam, MPP* students Ahmad Munzir and Eugene Aw supported production operations and management from pre-planning to post-residency. They gained first-hand exposure to regional practices while collaborating with young artists from diverse Asian countries, strengthening their technical skills and cultural perspectives.
* Now renamed as Diploma in Stage & Live Events (SLE)
Lighting Up Singapore Night Fest
For their final-year capstone project, MPP* students partnered the National Heritage Board to project their work on the Stamford Court Clock Tower during the 2022 Singapore Night Festival. Thousands of visitors viewed their pop art-style projections, which showcased historical landmarks and cultural milestones.
* Now renamed as Diploma in Stage & Live Events (SLE)
Entry Requirements
AGGREGATE TYPE ELR2B2-A
To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results.
| Subject | 'O' Level Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-6 |
| Additional Mathematics/Mathematics | 1-7 |
| Any one of the 1st group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-A Aggregate Type | 1-6 |
Applicants must also fulfil the aggregate computation requirements for the ELR2B2-A Aggregate Type ( English Language, 2 relevant subjects and 2 other best subjects) listed at www.np.edu.sg/ELR2B2.pdf.
For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP website for the entry requirements and admissions exercise period.
Candidates with colour vision deficiency, severe vision deficiency or hearing deficiency may encounter difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations.