Troy Atkinson

Troy Atkinson is a Lecturer in the Theatre Design/Technology department at the Conservatory of Theatre Arts, Purchase College, State University of New York. He combines his academic background with extensive professional experience as a Project Manager for Broadway shows, corporate events, and concert tours, including leadership roles in developing advanced automation systems for stage productions.

• Education: BFA in Technical Direction and Production Management from Purchase College, State University of New York.

Research Interests: His work focuses on innovative applications of technology in theatre design, including stage automation, scenic engineering, and production management. He emphasizes cutting-edge solutions that integrate non-traditional equipment into theatrical environments.

Professional Leadership: As General Manager of Scenic Technologies operations, Troy oversees the development of bespoke technical solutions for clients while mentoring a multidisciplinary team of technicians, designers, and managers.