FOR YOUNG PEOPLE (AGES 16-25):
Launch Your Career in Live Entertainment
High School Track - For Boston Public Schools students, age 16+
A hands-on career exploration program for students interested in learning about different creative jobs behind the scenes in live entertainment.
Lighting, Audio, Video, Stagehand, Set Construction and Management
Our 11-month program helps young adults in the Boston area explore and launch careers in the live entertainment industry.
We offer two tracks based on your age and experience level:
This career exploration programs helps you learn about jobs in the entertainment industry with:
Paid, hands-on training
Paid, internships
Community building and career exploration events
How It Works
Step 1: Apply
Interviews for our next session will begin in March 2026
In the meantime, you can submit an application to be added to our waitlist here - Application
Step 2: Interview
Career Track - For Young Adults ages 18 - 25 who:
Live in the Boston area
Are not enrolled in a 4-year college
Do not already have a college degree
This college alternative helps you get started in the entertainment industry with:
1:1 career coaching
Paid hands-on training
Paid internships
Community building and career exploration events
OSHA 10 safety training
We’ll get to know you—and you’ll learn more about the program.
Step 3: Summer Training (Paid!)
A required, two-week hands-on training intensive to kick off your journey.
Step 4: Ongoing Training
Once or twice a month, you’ll take part in workshops co-led by employers. These include:
Creative & technical skills training
Health & wellness resources
Financial education for artists
Step 5: Paid Internship
When you’re ready, you’ll be matched with a professional paid internship at one of our partner organizations (September - June)
Pathways to choose from include:
