Music production and recording technology (MPRT), collaborative audio arts (CAA) and theatre design and production (TDP) students visited Rock Lititz in Lititz, Pennsylvania, for the all-day “Experience LIVE” conference in early November. It was a unique one-day showcase of how to create large-scale live productions such as concert tours, theatrical shows, amusement park interactions, experiential marketing, sporting events, e-games and more.

The event provided an immersive learning opportunity for students interested in concerts, festivals, theatre, and live production. Participants explored a wide range of career pathways across lighting, audio, engineering, sculpture, carpentry, design, computer programming, and other STEM-related disciplines through hands-on gear demonstrations, conversations with industry professionals and direct engagement with employers on topics such as organization, quick thinking, creative problem solving, cross-team collaboration, networking and innovative solutions. Designed to offer a comprehensive look at the live entertainment industry, the experience highlighted how artistic vision and technical innovation intersect to create live performances for audiences around the world.