Set Construction Technologies Archives – The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA)

Applying for a Design or Maker Course? Here’s What Our Alumni Want You to Know

8 September 20257 September 2025 by Alexandra McClellan

Words of wisdom from NIDA’s Costume, Props, Sets, Make-up and Design alumni.

NIDA Expo 2024: Sets, Costume and Props Graduating Exhibition

4 June 20255 November 2024 by Alexandra McClellan

A museum exhibition display features mannequins dressed in elaborate costumes, including a pink ballet tutu, a mediaeval-style outfit, and elegant gowns, with informational panels and stage lighting above.

The NIDA Expo is a highly anticipated exhibition showcasing the extraordinary talent of NIDA’s graduating students from the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Costume, Props and Effects, and Set Construction Technologies courses.

Eryn Douglas: Mastering the Art of Set Construction at NIDA and Beyond

20 August 202511 July 2024 by Lindsey Rubin

A woman with long, wavy, blue-tinted hair and glasses, wearing a black leather jacket, stands smiling next to a large, gold Dalek robot from Doctor Who against a dark background.

NIDA alum and current Left Mechanist for the hit show &Juliet, Eryn Douglas’ story is a testament to the transformative education and hands-on experiences provided by NIDA.

NIDA’s Integration of First Nations Teaching: The BFA Performance Makers Subject

4 June 202528 May 2024 by Lindsey Rubin

Six smiling people sit on a wooden floor in a room, holding paperwork and playing a tile-based board game. Some hold game pieces and cards, while others display completed forms. A TV and chairs are visible in the background.

Discover how NIDA’s first-year Bachelor of Fine Arts students are embracing First Nations teachings in the new Performance Makers unit! Guided by Uncle Matthew Doyle and Head of First Nations, Travis Cardona (Acting, 2008), students engage in collaborative storytelling, explore Connection to Country and learn deep listening skills.

NIDA Alum Matthew Hinton’s Soaring Career as a Technical Swing

20 August 202525 March 2024 by admin

Five performers in colourful, whimsical costumes stand on a stage with a glowing sun backdrop and cloud decorations. The central figure smiles with arms outstretched, whilst others pose cheerfully under dramatic lighting.

NIDA alumnus, Matthew Hinton, shares his journey from chemistry to theatrical production, highlighting insights gained at NIDA. He discusses pivotal moments, including his work on Revolt. She said. Revolt again. And Mary Poppins. Transitioning from fly operator to technical swing, Matthew reflects on collaborating with NIDA alumni and offers advice for aspiring creatives.

How studying at NIDA jumpstarted this fly supervisor’s career

4 June 202514 June 2023 by admin

A young man with a brown beard and wavy, short purple hair smiles at the camera. He is wearing a light blue, patterned button-up shirt and is photographed against a plain grey background.

For the past two years Zachary White (Scenic Construction and Technologies, 2021) has been working as a fly supervisor at Sydney Theatre Company (STC), taking on projects such as Julia and Dorian Gray.