Behind the Scenes Left Out | Auckland News

Drama teachers are furious as the government’s new school subjects ignore vital tech skills like stage lighting, sound, and set design—critical for careers in film and TV. Without dedicated credits for backstage work starting in 2029, students lose a direct path into booming creative industries, potentially undermining the government’s goal of a $22 billion economic boost by 2030. They’re demanding a new “Event and Entertainment Technology” subject and a broader Creative Industries Pathway to include everything from production to digital media—arguing that true industry growth requires supporting the unseen magic behind every performance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2c780fe6cb843a70