QIRUI XIE
Santa Barbara
Summary
Theater professional with hands-on experience in scenic, costume, and lighting design, as well as props management and backstage logistics. Proven ability to coordinate rehearsals and maintain calm under pressure while meeting tight deadlines. Strong attention to detail and risk-aware decision-making enhance production quality. Collaborative approach fosters a safe and efficient working environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Employee
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
07.2023 - 09.2025
- Facilitated scene, costume, and lighting shop operations for departmental productions.
Supported administrative office tasks to improve efficiency.
Maintained production workflow and organized shop environments.
Coordinated cross-department activities to ensure seamless collaboration.
Performer (Mentor: Daniel Stein)
Particle Collider, UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Performed in a movement-based mime production emphasizing physical precision, spatial awareness, and ensemble coordination.
Lighting Practicum Member
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Partnered effectively with team members to fulfill project objectives and adhere to deadlines.
Assistant Director
The Threepenny Opera, UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Supported rehearsal workflow, scheduling, and communication across departments.
Scenic Practicum Member
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Collaborated effectively with diverse group of coworkers to achieve goals and resolve issues related to productions and class.
Director (Scenes) · Designer · Props Manager · Transition Coordinator
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Directed multiple productions, ensuring cohesive integration of scenic, costume, lighting, prop, and transition elements.
Managed backstage logistics with a focus on performer and crew safety.
Balanced artistic vision with practical constraints to meet tight deadlines across four productions.
Coordinated effective communication among production teams for seamless operations. - Appoggiatura (Jan–Feb 2024); Kingdom City (Feb–Mar 2024); Hamlet (Apr–May 2024); A Room in the Castle (May–Jun 2024).
Costume Practicum Member
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Refined skills through dedicated continuing education and specialized training.
Sound Board Operator
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated sound for rehearsals and performances, adhering to cue sheets and collaborating with stage management and directors during Fall One Acts and Everybody’s Favorite Mother.
Co-Director · Performer · Choreography Support
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Co-led a three-person production; coordinated movement, staging, and rehearsal logistics.
Puppet Making Workshop
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Fabricated fabric-sewn and wooden puppets with fine-detail craftsmanship while following safe tool-use practices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
University of California
Santa Barbara09-2025
Skills
- Scenic and props coordination
- Lighting design and cue development
- Costume design and needlework
- Backstage operations and transitions
- Risk-aware and safety-conscious planning
- Production scheduling and deadlines
- Creative technical coordination
- Attention to detail and quality control
- Academic production workflows
Timeline
Performer (Mentor: Daniel Stein)
Particle Collider, UC Santa Barbara
04.2025 - 05.2025
Lighting Practicum Member
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
01.2025 - 03.2025
Assistant Director
The Threepenny Opera, UC Santa Barbara
10.2024 - 12.2024
Scenic Practicum Member
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
04.2024 - 06.2024
Director (Scenes) · Designer · Props Manager · Transition Coordinator
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
01.2024 - 06.2024
Costume Practicum Member
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
01.2024 - 03.2024
Sound Board Operator
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
11.2023 - 03.2024
Co-Director · Performer · Choreography Support
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
11.2023 - 12.2023
Student Employee
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
07.2023 - 09.2025
Puppet Making Workshop
Theatre & Dance, UC Santa Barbara
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
University of California