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Institutional development · Teaching, learning and curriculum · South Africa

Durban University of Technology's Backstage in Action 2026 brings students and artists together

Durban University of Technology says Backstage in Action 2026 brought industry into the classroom for students on its Higher Certificate in Performing Arts Technology.

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Why it matters: Students on Durban University of Technology's Higher Certificate in Performing Arts Technology are the group Backstage in Action 2026 brought together with professional artists.

Durban University of Technology (DUT) said Backstage in Action 2026 brought industry into its classroom.

According to the university, its Higher Certificate in Performing Arts Technology used the activity to bring together students, professional artists and interdisciplinary learning.

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Sarah Williamson, Teaching, Digital and AI Editor

For students on DUT's Higher Certificate in Performing Arts Technology, the university reports that Backstage in Action 2026 brought them together with professional artists and interdisciplinary learning.

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