Therrin J. Eber

Therrin J. Eber is an Assistant Professor and Head of Design and Technology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he also serves as Production Manager and Technical Director for the Department of Theatre. His career bridges academia and professional practice in theatre, opera, dance, concerts, and live events nationwide.

• Education
  • BA, Purdue University Fort Wayne: Theatre Design Technology, Directing
  • MFA, University of Alabama: Design and Technology
• Professional Experience
  • Design credits: Ragtime, Anastasia, Sweeney Todd, The Barber of Seville, and Machinal (2025 Off-Broadway)
  • Collaborations: Béla Fleck, The Temptations, The Four Tops, ABBA! In Concert
  • Production management at Brevard Music Center and Technical Direction at Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture

Research and Practice focuses on mentorship-driven, hands-on training for entertainment industry roles, emphasizing technical excellence in scenic and lighting design. His work integrates academic theory with real-world performance logistics, particularly in high-profile live events and interdepartmental collaborations.