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Academy of Live Technology

We specialise in short courses, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees for the live events and entertainment industries. Based in the UK & USA.

28/05/2026

Catch our team at ABTT Theatre Show on 3 - 4 June at Alexandra Palace

We’ll be there chatting about our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as the careers they can lead to behind the scenes in theatre, live events and touring.

Whether you’re interested in stage management, lighting, audio, production logistics and more, our students have gone on to work across the globe in every corner of the industry.

If you’re heading to the show, come and say hi to us on stand H42 👋

26/05/2026

From ALT to the F1 paddock 🏁

We caught up with ALT alumni Ross Wickison at our recent Production Park Members event to hear what life is really like as a Production Manager working with Aston Martin & McLaren F1 teams.

From fast-paced race weekends to travelling the world, Ross shares how he built a career in live production at the highest level - plus his advice for anyone wanting to break into the industry

20/05/2026

In case the photos weren’t enough… here’s ALT Arcade in action 🎮

This project pushed students to think beyond individual disciplines and build complete interactive experiences using lighting, sound, video and creative technology together in real time.

Another big thank you to all our industry partners, especially Isadora for supporting ALT Arcade and helping make ambitious creative projects like this possible.

19/05/2026

Last week, our students transformed campus into a fully interactive arcade and the competition was fierce 🎮⚡

Using projection mapping, LED screens, custom-built controllers and awesome visuals, they created a high-energy gaming experience that had staff and students queuing up to claim the top spot on the leaderboard.

The ALT Arcade project challenges students to bring together sound, lighting, video and interactive technology into one seamless experience. Using Isadora as the backbone, students worked across a complex network of connected devices to design, build and run their arcade concepts from the ground up.

Projects like this are only possible thanks to the continued support of our industry partners. A huge thank you to Isadora for supplying licences and supporting creative learning at ALT, as without this, the project wouldn't have been possible.

Across the project, students also worked with:

• Green Hippo media servers for video playback

• Blender and Adobe Creative Cloud for asset creation

• Epson projectors

• ROE Visual LED wall

• NovaStar processing

• CHAUVET Professional lighting fixtures

• ELATION DMX nodes

• Arduino circuit boards

• KV2 Audio systems

• Brompton Technology processing

• h2rGear schematic software

Every game showcased the creativity, collaboration and technical problem-solving our students develop at the Academy of Live Technology.

One standout favourite? The ALT-inspired flight case game - genuinely addictive. 👀

18/05/2026

Looking for a hands-on degree with real career outcomes?

At the Academy of Live Technology, you won’t just learn it, you’ll do it. From day one, you’ll get hands-on with pro kit, build real industry experience, and start making the connections that matter.

Lighting technician, audio engineer, production manager, creative content… wherever you see yourself, this is where it starts!

Ready to see it in action?
Join us at our next Open Day 👀

🎟️ Secure your spot now:
https://www.academyoflivetechnology.com/events/production-park/june-open-day

06/05/2026

Take your skills further with a postgraduate degree at the Academy of Live Technology.

Push creative boundaries, build industry connections, and shape what comes next.

Discover all of our postgraduate courses and find out more information about PG study via the link below:
https://www.academyoflivetechnology.com/campaigns/study-a-masters

30/04/2026

Assessments… but make it live 🔥

Our students brought in real bands (including Metalcore outfit Theseus) and built a full-scale live show from scratch - lighting, sound, visuals, the lot.

Everything you see? Run live.

Yeah, it’s fun… but behind the scenes it takes serious skill, teamwork and hours of prep to make it look effortless.

Not into a “normal” office job?
Good. This isn’t a normal classroom.

Kitlist Highlights (It's a biggie!):

PTZ camera system
Technopoint robotics - provided by Panasonic
Cameras
BlackMagic ATEM Vision Mixer
video wall
Bromptontech processing
Greenhippo Media Servers
GrandMA3 lighting consoles
Avolites lighting consoles
Chauvet lighting fixtures
Elation nodes and fixtures
Obsidian
Luminex
Digico Quantum 225 sound mixing desk
Shure Microphones
Sennheiser wireless
dB Technologies sound systems
KV2 Audio sound systems

24/04/2026

Postgraduate Spotlight 🎓

Corrie Ashton - Order Born of Chaos
MA Live Event Design

Created as part of her Major Project, Order Born of Chaos is an immersive, hand-drawn stop motion animation installation exploring the origins of the universe. Blending inspiration from Greek mythology with the Big Bang theory, Corrie set out to visualise the unknowable beginnings of everything, creating an abstract interpretation of what came before the world we recognise today.

The piece featured 580 individually drawn frames, forming a constantly shifting visual environment where no two frames are the same. Out of this chaos, a cohesive image gradually emerges.

Designed for a circular projection space, the installation places the viewer at the centre of the experience. By surrounding the audience with moving image, Corrie moves beyond traditional screen-based viewing to create something spatial, embodied, and deeply immersive.

Sound played a vital role in shaping the experience. Collaborating with fellow postgraduate student Charlie Stead, Corrie developed a spatial soundscape. Audio moves dynamically around the room, enhancing immersion and allowing audiences to feel part of the unfolding environment rather than simply observing it.

Technically, the project involved synchronising multiple projectors to create a wraparound visual, alongside producing the animation frame-by-frame using digital tools.

Reflecting on her time studying MA Live Event Design at the Academy of Live Technology, Corrie shared:

“I’ve learnt a lot of new skills whilst studying at ALT and built up my knowledge of what is achievable. I've focused mainly on projection mapping during my course and found it to be something I'm really interested and passionate about. Before I started at ALT, I had no knowledge in this area. I hope to continue learning more about it and hopefully find opportunities within this sector. It’s definitely sparked a new passion."

Ready to develop your own creative practice and push the boundaries of live experience?

Explore our postgraduate degrees and take the next step:
https://www.academyoflivetechnology.com/courses?campus=production-park

Kit list highlights:

3 x the Panasonic PT-CMZ50 projectors on a kabuki screen
Krita - Animation
Resolume VJ Software

22/04/2026

Our Industry Practices sessions brought KV2 Audio to campus, giving our students a valuable hands-on experience with high-performance sound systems.

After supporting the load-in and setup, students had the opportunity to hear a range of KV2’s small- to medium-scale passive and active systems in action.

Speaking about their ongoing support for ALT, Tom Weldon, UK Sales Manager for KV2 Audio, explained:

“It’s vital that students pursuing careers in professional audio are exposed to a broad range of ideas and technologies. Understanding that alternative approaches often exist - and can, in many cases, deliver better results over certain perceived industry wisdoms.”

A huge thank you to KV2 for delivering such an insightful and engaging session!

Head over to our news section via the link below to hear more from Tom and read more about the session.

https://www.academyoflivetechnology.com/news/kv2-audio-brings-hands-on-industry-experience-to-alt-students

17/04/2026

Join Us at Production Futures On Tour!

📍 AO Arena, Manchester
📅 Monday 20th April

If you’re considering a career in the live events industry, make sure to stop by the Academy of Live Technology stand.

Meet our friendly team and student reps, explore our courses, and discover how we prepare you for a career in the industry from day one. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step, we’re here to help you find your path.

As an Education Partner of Production Futures, we’re proud to support real routes into the industry, equipping students with the skills, confidence and connections needed to succeed.

Get your free ticket here 👇:
https://events.productionfutures.com/ProductionFuturesONTOURManchester2026 #/

Come and say hello, we're booth No:
ST-004

15/04/2026

What if your degree took you all the way to Austin, Texas… and straight into the heart of SXSW ? 🎤✈️

For a group of ALT students from our UK and US campuses, that’s exactly what happened.

From day one, they stepped into the fast-paced reality of an international showcase festival, managing builds, navigating tight changeovers and supporting live performances across a programme of nearly 60 artists.

This wasn’t work experience from the side lines. This was a hands-on, real-world production.

Hear what our students and staff took away from their SXSW experience:

https://www.academyoflivetechnology.com/news/alt-students-take-on-south-by-southwest2026-with-the-british-music-embassy

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Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm

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