Original course by Mark Stavtsev “Light on Stage. From Idea to Realization”

Course Description

“Light on Stage. From Idea to Realization” is a full-scope professional course in stage lighting that covers the entire journey — from lighting theory, geometry, color, rhythm, and dramaturgy to advanced integration with media, architecture, and future-oriented technologies.

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Global Reach and Accessibility

Delivered in Russian, the program operates across international locations and is available online via YouTube, making it accessible to Russian-speaking professionals worldwide. Monthly webinars ensure continuity, flexibility, and sustained engagement throughout the year.

Online Practice with Professional Equipment

Participants gain essential theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for professional work in theatre, live entertainment, and installation projects. Training is conducted using industry-standard tools, including ETC EOS lighting consoles and Ayrton luminaires.

Innovation and Future Readiness

The final modules focus on cutting-edge technologies such as auto-tracking, AI, AR, timecode synchronization, pixel mapping, 3D visualization, and network-based lighting control. This future-focused approach equips participants to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving lighting industry.

About the Author

The course is based on the extensive practical experience of Mark Stavtsev, accumulated across leading theatrical and concert venues worldwide. With over 20 years of experience, he has worked at the Bolshoi Theatre, the Mayakovsky Theatre, and Crocus City Hall. His lighting design for the opera La Sonnambula was nominated for the Golden Mask Award.

In 2022–2023, he collaborated with the World Ballet Company in the United States, where he first introduced Ayrton lighting fixtures into productions of Cinderella, The Nutcracker, and Swan Lake.

Today, Mark is responsible for lighting at the Dubai Opera, works extensively with Ayrton and ETC systems, and develops the Ayrton brand in Central Asia and the Caucasus as a lead engineer at Sound Creations.