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Boston Conservatory
Boston, MA
EDUCATION | Production House

Expires: 10/16/10

Job Dates

Based on Mainstage Production Calendar, Oct-Dec, Feb-April

Pay

Hourly based on experience biweekly

Wardrobe Supervisor Position

For: The Boston Conservatory Mainstage Productions
Location: 31 Hemenway St, Boston, MA


Seeking a Wardrobe Supervisor for all mainstage productions for our 10/11 performance season.

Responsibilities:

• Meets with Costume Shop Manager (CSM) before each production begins to go over specifics for the show
• ...

Contact

Rebecca Butler

Costume Shop Manager

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http://www.bostonconservatory.edu

(617) 912-9141

Business Address

8 The Fenway

Boston, MA 02215

Posted: 09/03/2010 15:33:15 EST

Last Updated: 09/03/2010 15:40 EST

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Solas Nua
Washington, DC
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 09/30/10

Job Dates

Semptember 2010

Pay

Contact for Details

Assist costume designer with stitching/constructing costumes for Solas Nua's fall musical. Great opportunity to work with a wonderful group of people on a hilarious spy thriller comedy.

Contact

Maria Benson

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http://www.solasnua.org

Business Address

916 g street nw

Washington, DC 20001

Posted: 09/03/2010 14:52:24 EST

Last Updated: 09/03/2010 14:57 EST

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Boston Conservatory
Boston, MA
LAST MINUTE | EDUCATION | Production House

Expires: 09/30/10

Job Dates

September-November, January-April, December and May as needed

Pay

Hourly based on experience and skill. biweekly

Overhire Stitcher-Draper/Stock Manager Position

For: The Boston Conservatory Costume Shop
Location: 31 Hemenway St., Boston, MA 02215


Seeking an overhire stitcher-draper for all mainstage productions for our 10/11 performance season. 30 hours/week, September-November, January-April. Job includes acting as Stock Manager for student costume rentals. Stock management will continue through December and into May, but on an as needed basis. ...

Contact

Rebecca Butler

Costume Shop Manager

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http://www.bostonconservatory.edu

(617) 912-9141

Business Address

8 The Fenway

Boston, MA 02215

Posted: 09/03/2010 14:44:33 EST

Last Updated: 09/03/2010 14:52 EST

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L'Enfant Terrible
California
LAST MINUTE | INTERNSHIP | APPRENTICESHIP | EDUCATION

Expires: 10/01/10

Job Dates

09/11/10 - 10/30/10

Pay

Negotiable per show

Stage Manager Needed - But There's More...

Who We Need: We need an organized, competent, experienced, flexible theater person who is a quick learner, keen observer and can be our stage manager. Responsibilities include: helping artistic team prepare for rehearsals, coordinating actor schedules, setting up performance space, delegating and communicating tasks to interns, running sound or light board, and having a lot of fun. ...

Contact

Seth Compton

Producer

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http://www.lenfantterrible.org

Posted: 09/03/2010 14:02:00 EST

Last Updated: 09/03/2010 17:38 EST

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Entertainment Lighting Services
Sun Valley, CA
Production House

Expires: 03/03/11

Job Dates

indefinite

Pay

50-80k annually

Technical Director
Entertainment Lighting Services is seeking an experienced Technical Director.

This position is full time with benefits (salary negotiable). Qualified applicant will have a strong design background and should have has a significant history working in the special event lighting market.

Position requires project management skills including but not limited to job walks and pre-production, design concept, drafting, console operation, crew management, scheduling and knowledge of power distribution and placement.


Contact

Michael Conlan

Human Resources Manager

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http://www.elslights.com

(818) 255-9533

Fax: (818) 769-9800

Business Address

11440 Sheldon St.

Sun Valley, CA 91352

Posted: 09/03/2010 14:00:48 EST

Last Updated: 09/03/2010 14:02 EST

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Q Production
Los Angeles, CA
APPRENTICESHIP | EDUCATION | Concert / Event

Expires: 10/01/10

Job Dates

Submission Deadline is Friday Oct 1, 2010

Pay

$1000 Contact for Details

Sponsored by Bad Wolf Creative Group, the New Works One-Act Play Festival is a week-long juried competition of new original short plays, with a 1st place prize of $1000 for the winning production.

We are accepting Project Submissions from writers, directors, and writer/director teams.
The Application Deadline is Friday October 1, 2010.


Contact

Krystyna Loboda

Director

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Business Address

1831 N. New Hampshire Ave

Unit # 209

Los Angeles, CA 90027

Venue Address

Bad Wolf Creative Group

P.O. Box 291099

Los Angeles, CA 90029

Posted: 09/03/2010 13:16:23 EST

Last Updated: 09/03/2010 17:00 EST

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Louisville Theatrical Association
Louisville, KY
EDUCATION

Expires: 09/30/14

Job Dates

Full-Time

Pay

$24,000-$27,000 annually

Education Associate – Stage One Children's Theatre/Music Theatre Louisville, seeks an Education Associate. The ideal candidate is an experienced theatre teacher, organized administrator, has excellent communication skills, and has worked in schools and classroom settings. Responsibilities include teaching to students K-12, coordination and administration of education programs, curriculum design, study guide development, education program marketing and phone sales. ...

Contact

Andrew Harris

Associate Artistic Director

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http://www.ltastages.org/

(502) 589-4060

Fax: (502) 589-4344

Business Address

323 West Broadway

Suite 600

Louisville, KY 40202

Posted: 09/03/2010 09:21:29 EST

Last Updated: 09/03/2010 13:00 EST

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The Players Club of Swarthmore Theater
Swarthmore, PA

Expires: 10/15/10

Job Dates

10/22/10 - 11/06/10

Pay

unpaid

Come be an important part of what is sure to be one of the biggest hits of our 100th season! Seeking CELLO, DRUMS, HORN, PERCUSSION (preferably one that is also skilled with a trap set) REED PLAYERS IN GENERAL (Musical Director is looking for woodwind doublers) TROMBONE II, TRUMPET I, VIOLIN and VIOLA. ...

Contact

Kristy Chen

Publicity Co-Director

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http://pcstheater.org/site/

Business Address

P.O. Box 236

Swarthmore, PA 19081

Venue Address

The Players Club of Swarthmore Theater

614 Fairview Rd.

Swarthmore, PA 19081

Posted: 09/03/2010 08:21:34 EST

Last Updated: 09/03/2010 13:00 EST

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REVOLUTION Theatre Company
Chicago, IL

Expires: 02/01/11

Pay

Varies Contact for Details

The REVOLUTION Theatre Company of Chicago is seeking a Director of Marketing who will be responsible for a comprehensive marketing program, promotions, press, and public relations program that supports the mission of the theater and the various productions it presents. Responsible for developing and executing a marketing plan, incorporating market analysis, objectives, strategies and tactics including media selection to enhance our presence on the web:locally, nationally and abroad. ...

Contact

John Thurner

Executive / Artistic Director

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http://www.revolutiontheatre.org

(312) 494-2675

Business Address

28 East Jackson

Suite. 10-R565

Chicago, IL 60604

Posted: 09/03/2010 00:00:00 EST

Last Updated: 09/01/2010 23:57 EST

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REVOLUTION Theatre Company
Chicago, IL

Expires: 02/01/11

Job Dates

on-going

Pay

Varies Contact for Details

REVOLUTION Theatre Company of Chicago seeks a Literary Director who will be responsible in assisting the Artistic Director in choosing and locating material that is in line with our mission statement, that will be used for our various shows. Must have some experience and local to the Chicago area. Please send cover letter with resume to John Thurner, Executive Artistic Director, REVOLUTION Theatre Company, 28 E.Jackson, Suite.10-R565 Chicago, Illinois 60604

Contact

John Thurner

Executive / Artistic Director

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http://www.revolutiontheatre.org

(312) 494-2675

Business Address

28 East Jackson

Suite. 10-R565

Chicago, IL 60604

Posted: 09/03/2010 00:00:00 EST

Last Updated: 09/01/2010 23:53 EST

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REVOLUTION Theatre Company
Chicago, IL

Expires: 02/01/11

Job Dates

on-going

Pay

Varies Contact for Details

The REVOLUTION Theatre Company of Chicago, a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to the support of new works is currently accepting resumes from business minded, proactive, creative, optimistic, positive, good natured, well organized, friendly, goal oriented, and team oriented applicants for the position of Managing Director. Unique opportunity to make your mark on a new and growing organization. ...

Contact

John Thurner

Executive / Artistic Director

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http://www.revolutiontheatre.org

(312) 494-2675

Business Address

28 East Jackson

Suite. 10-R565

Chicago, IL 60604

Posted: 09/03/2010 00:00:00 EST

Last Updated: 09/01/2010 23:58 EST

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REVOLUTION Theatre Company
Chicago, IL

Expires: 02/01/11

Pay

Varies Contact for Details

The REVOLUTION Theatre Company, a non profit arts organization is seeking Artistic Associate/s to assist the Artistic Director with various shows, throughout the season/festivals, Staged Reading Series, and the Playwrights Exchange. Must have experience with with directing, managing in a creative capacity,and be open and flexible, with independent ideas and be local.


Contact

John Thurner

Executive / Artistic Director

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http://www.revolutiontheatre.org

(312) 494-2675

Business Address

28 East Jackson

Suite. 10-R565

Chicago, IL 60604

Posted: 09/03/2010 00:00:00 EST

Last Updated: 09/01/2010 23:49 EST

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REVOLUTION Theatre Company
Chicago, IL

Expires: 02/01/11

Job Dates

on-going

Pay

Varies Contact for Details

REVOLUTION Theatre Company seeks a Development Director to work closely with the Executive Director and Managing Director in soliciting individual contributions, audience support and development, foundation, corporate and government grants, event sponsorships, producing benefit events and planned giving, endowment and capital campaigns.
Must be business minded, proactive, creative and local. ...

Contact

John Thurner

Executive / Artistic Director

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http://www.revolutiontheatre.org

(312) 494-2675

Business Address

28 East Jackson

Suite. 10-R565

Chicago, IL 60604

Posted: 09/03/2010 00:00:00 EST

Last Updated: 09/01/2010 23:47 EST

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Estrogenius Festival
New York, NY
LAST MINUTE | Concert / Event

Expires: 10/25/10

Job Dates

October 2010

Pay

N/A Contact for Details

Estrogenius Theatre Festival is seeking SMs and Designers. Required times for SMs and Designers are the week leading up to performance. Please contact for exact schedule. There are five separate weeks of the festival with a few special events. Each designer and SM will be working with 4-5 working directors for each week of the festival. ...

Contact

Carissa Cordes

Estrogenius Technical Director

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http://www.estrogenius.org

Business Address

177 MacDougal Street

New York, NY 10011

Posted: 09/02/2010 21:33:41 EST

Last Updated: 09/03/2010 01:00 EST

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Shakespeare Theatre Company
Washington, DC

Expires: 03/02/11

Job Dates

permenant

Pay

BOE

The Shakespeare Theater Company, in Washington DC, seeks an experienced Resident Sound Engineer (RSE) to join a busy 4 person team. The RSE is responsible for tracking and maintaining all in house audio and visual equipment, providing operational support for events and shows, planning loading in and out a show, as well as providing production engineering support. ...

Contact

Kimberley Mauldin

Human Resources Manager

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http://www.shakespearetheatre.org/about/opportunities/jobs.aspx

Fax: (202) 547-0226

Business Address

516 8th Street SE

Washington, DC 20003

Posted: 09/02/2010 17:06:00 EST

Last Updated: 09/02/2010 21:00 EST

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GSW High School
Gardner, IL
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 03/02/11

Job Dates

Sept.-Apr

Pay

Paid Stipend flat fee

Looking for a creative person who likes working with young people to director a small high school's fall and spring shows. Lots of creative freedom and flexiable schedule. This is a paid position!!! Please send resume to the either the e-mail or address provide attention to Jennifer!

Contact

Jennifer Wzorek

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(815) 237-2176

Business Address

500 E. main st

Gardner, IL 60424

Posted: 09/02/2010 16:02:27 EST

Last Updated: 09/02/2010 21:00 EST

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Mad Cow Theatre
Orlando, FL

Expires: 03/02/11

Job Dates

Contract Basis

Pay

Stipend flat fee

Mad Cow Theatre is seeking qualified local Stage Managers for our 14th season, responsible for overseeing rehearsals and performances of productions.

All positions are paid a fee. Please send resumes and supporting materials to news@madcowtheatre.com.

Mad Cow Theatre Company is a small professional theatre in the heart of downtown Orlando. ...

Contact

Zac Alfson

Marketing

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http://www.madcowtheatre.com

(407) 297-8788

Business Address

54 W Church Street

Orlando, FL 32801

Venue Address

Mad Cow Theatre

105 S Magnolia

Orlando, FL 32801

Posted: 09/02/2010 14:44:10 EST

Last Updated: 09/02/2010 19:00 EST

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Roosevelt University's Chicago College of Performing Arts Music Conservatory
Chicago, IL
EDUCATION

Expires: 03/02/11

Job Dates

11/08/10 - 11/21/10

Pay

flat fee

Seeking a stage manager with opera experience to assist with our annual opera. Primarily need someone to attend several rehearsals, tech, dress and performances to help coordinate and call the show. Stage manager will work closely with directors, performers and production staff two insure a successful performance. Prior opera experience is a must. ...

Contact

Holly Gitlin

Director of Performance Activities

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http://ccpa.roosevelt.edu/music.php

(312) 341-2238

Fax: (312) 341-6358

Business Address

430 S. Michigan

Chicago, IL 60605

Posted: 09/02/2010 14:20:16 EST

Last Updated: 09/02/2010 19:00 EST

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Children's Theatre of Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
Production House

Expires: 03/02/11

Job Dates

N/A

Pay

$10 to $14.25 Based on Job per hour

Children’s Theatre of Charlotte (CTC), is a fully producing, professional theatre company whose primary audiences are young people ages 3-18 and families. CTC produces four to five main stage shows annually, and four touring company shows that also perform in-house.
CTC is currently accepting applications for on-call Theatre Technical Staff with previous experience in any technical theatre fields including lighting, sound, loading, rigging and carpentry. ...

Contact

Carolyn Allred

Human Resources Manager

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http://www.ctcharlotte.org

(704) 973-2800

Fax: (704) 973-2850

Business Address

300 East 7th Street

Charlotte, NC 28202

Posted: 09/02/2010 13:06:42 EST

Last Updated: 09/02/2010 17:00 EST

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Know Theatre of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 01/18/11

Job Dates

Yearly Contract

Pay

$250/week plus housing bimonthly

Know Theatre of Cincinnati is currently accepting applications for the position of Technical Director for the upcoming 2010/11 season. Interested parties should email resume, references and portfolio to the contact email.

General Description: The Technical Director (TD) is responsible for managing all technical aspects of a show are carried out in a timely and effective manner. ...

Contact

Douglas Borntrager

Director of Operations

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http://www.knowtheatre.com/

(513) 300-5669

Fax: (513) 421-3235

Business Address

1120 Jackson St.

Cincinnati, OH 45223

Posted: 09/02/2010 12:00:00 EST

Last Updated: 09/01/2010 18:11 EST

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