Alumni Spotlight: Brian Lynch, Technical Director

The magic of a theatre performance doesn’t just happen under the spotlight; it’s built behind the curtain with a well-thought-out design that includes scenery, props, lighting, audio and lots of imagination. Brian Lynch, a 2015 NDSU theatre arts graduate, has experienced firsthand the impact of this behind-the-scenes work. As the assistant technical theatre coordinator for Fargo Public Schools, Lynch oversees the bustling theater spaces at Davies High School and Discovery Middle School, managing everything from concerts and community events to full-scale drama productions. He also mentors a crew of student technicians, teaching them how to transform an empty stage into a world of possibility. One of the highlights of Lynch’s job is helping students work through challenging design problems and seeing their creativity spark. “I am motivated by the curiosity and hard work of my students,” Lynch said. “Answering a student’s question and helping them break through a challenge is rewarding and energizing. Beyond that, design work on stage is a form of artistic self-expression that I value and appreciate that I am still able to do in a full-time capacity.” Read Lynch’s full story and learn more about NDSU's theatre arts program through the following links: https://www.ndsu.edu/story/ndsu-alum-... https://www.ndsu.edu/programs/undergr... https://www.ndsu.edu/experience https://www.ndsu.edu/apply https://www.ndsu.edu/visit #ndsu #college #university