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Gulfstream Park is looking for an experienced Lighting Programmer + Technician.
Must have experience with lighting consoles such as whole Hog, HogIPC and analog boards.
The job requires operating lights during shows and general maintenance during down time.
Must be able to bench tech as well as determine which parts are needed for repair.
Business Address
901 S. Federal Hwy.
Hallandale, FL 33009
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Job Categories Lighting Designer, Light Board Operator, Moving Light Programmer
Posted: 07/03/2009 16:04:16 EST
Last Updated: 07/03/2009 16:10 EST
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Pay
$450 per week plus housing per week
Music Director for Forever Plaid..and keyboard player for Night the Music Died (Last concert of Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and Big Bopper)
Business Address
116 South Houston
Granbury, TX 76048
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Posted: 07/03/2009 12:57:05 EST
Last Updated: 07/03/2009 17:00 EST
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Job Dates
07/04/09 - 07/06/09
TriArts Sharon Playhouse is looking for 2 overhire carpenters for our change over from Forum into High School Musical 2. Should be experienced in construction techniques including welding and rigging. Local to North west corner of CT perfered, but not a requirement. Housing available if needed. Please email Erik Diaz, Production Manager with resume. ...
Business Address
PO Box 1187
49 Amenia Rd
Sharon, CT 06069
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Job Categories Assistant Technical Director, Carpenter, Rigger, Shop Foreman, Stagehand, Technical Director
Posted: 07/03/2009 09:47:54 EST
Last Updated: 07/03/2009 13:00 EST
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Job Dates
EITHER A 3 WEEK OR 6 WEEK STAY STARTS JULY 12TH
Pay
FREE ROOM AND BOARD PLUS SALARY Contact for Details
We need a dance teacher who can also choreograph for musicals as well as create original dance perfomances. We are located in upstate new york in a beautiful private arts camp setting. Our website is www.longlakecamp.com
You will have your own room to live in plus we offer you free room and board plus we do you laundry for you.In addition you also recieve a competitive summer salary. ...
Business Address
199 Washington Avenue
Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
Venue Address
Long Lake Camp for the Arts 83 Long Lake Camp Way
Long Lake, NY 12847
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Job Categories Choreographer
Posted: 07/03/2009 09:34:00 EST
Last Updated: 07/03/2009 13:00 EST
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Pay
Contract Terms DOE flat fee
Set Designer for "All Shook Up"
Details:
-Floor plan and concepts will be due July 19 with renderings due the following week.
-Tech Week scheduled Labor Day Weekend.
-Opening September 11 and running through October 4
-Will need to be on site for first Dry Tech for three days
Business Address
831 42nd Street
Des Moines, IA 50312
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Job Categories Scenic Designer
Posted: 07/02/2009 17:39:29 EST
Last Updated: 07/02/2009 21:00 EST
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Primary Function: The Technical Director/Shop Foreman is responsible for the supervision and implementation of all production elements for the Mainstage theatre at The Des Moines Playhouse. The Mainstage facility includes a 399-seat proscenium stage producing 5-6 productions throughout the season (September through July). See www.dmplayhouse.com, for 2009-2010 season.
The ...
Business Address
831 42nd Street
Des Moines, IA 50312
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Job Categories Shop Foreman, Technical Director
Posted: 07/02/2009 12:37:17 EST
Last Updated: 07/02/2009 17:00 EST
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Job Dates
August 3, 2009 - December 2009
The Technical Direction Intern at New York Theatre Workshop will assist the Technical Director with carpentry, cleaning and maintenance of spaces, equipment, and materials, coordination of builds and strikes, and various errands and administrative tasks. Interns should have schedule flexibility since load-ins and load-outs may necessitate additional hours and slower periods may call for fewer hours. ...
Business Address
79 East 4th Street
New York, NY 10003
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Job Categories Technical Director
Posted: 07/02/2009 10:52:26 EST
Last Updated: 07/02/2009 15:00 EST
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Job Dates
ASAP - September 23, 2009
Pay
$300/wk + HOUSING biweekly
Seeking a well rounded, self-motivated, self-sufficent individual to produce, run, manage and implement all aspects of theatre operations as well as direct several shows. Applicant should have strong customer service skills, above average computer capabilities, marketing/fund raising skills, knowledge of Publisher, a sense of humor and an ability to work with a budget. ...
Contact
Justin Latt
Producing Artistic Director
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(715) 356-7173
Fax: (715) 356-1851
Business Address
PO BOX 256
HAZELHURST, WI 54531
Venue Address
5611 HWY 51 S
HAZELHURST, WI 54531
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Job Categories Director, Producer, Theater Manager, Artistic Director
Posted: 07/02/2009 02:09:00 EST
Last Updated: 07/02/2009 21:18 EST
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Job Dates
Immediate - Nov 8, 2009
We are looking for someone responsible, organized, outgoing and fun to assume the role of stage manager for a new play premiering this October. This is a non-union production.
Applicants should also have an interest and/or experience in one or more of the following:
Camp, Farce, Physical Comedy, Musical Theatre, Drag Performance, Burlesque.
Contact
Jwb Prodictions
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Business Address
250 Moore St.
Brooklyn, NY 11206
Venue Address
New York, NY 10011
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Job Categories Assistant Director, Stage Manager
Posted: 07/01/2009 20:50:00 EST
Last Updated: 07/02/2009 01:00 EST
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Job Dates
9 Months - Sept '09 - May '10 - renewed annually
Technical Director: Full Time, seasonal (Sept - May) 25 year-old company in 496 seat proscenium theater. Candidate must possess strong technical/organizational skills; work cooperatively with professional designers and directors as well as volunteers. Ideal candidate prides her/himself on getting the job done. Season includes four main productions plus student shows (2-3) and special events. ...
Business Address
PO Box 1182
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Posted: 07/01/2009 15:18:00 EST
Last Updated: 07/01/2009 19:00 EST
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First Stage Children’s Theater in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is currently seeking a skilled First Hand to assist in all areas of costume production as part of our four-person costume shop. Candidate should have at least two years experience in professional costume construction. Cutting, draping, pattern making experience preferred. Season runs August 31st 2009 to Mid April 2010. ...
Business Address
325 W Walnut St
Milwaukee, WI 53212
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Job Categories Costume First Hand
Posted: 07/01/2009 11:44:19 EST
Last Updated: 07/01/2009 15:00 EST
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Pay
entry level, TBD based on Experience biweekly
Position Overview:
Hall Associates Flying Effects is an education-minded company based in DeKalb, Illinois. It is the only professional flying effects company founded by and headed by professional educators and officially associated with a graduate-level training program. We have a strong commitment to providing the safest and most versatile flying systems in the industry. ...
Business Address
3230 Sycamore Rd. #143
DeKalb, IL 60115
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Job Categories Rigger, Motors Operator, Master Carpenter, Forklift Operator [certified], Carpenter
Posted: 07/01/2009 10:08:45 EST
Last Updated: 07/01/2009 15:00 EST
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Job Dates
08/31/09 - 04/25/10
Pay
$575.00-$600.00 per week
The Props Manager is responsible for the management and implementation of all research, acquisition and building of scenic properties, from furniture to hand props to set dressings, as designed by the Scenic Designer or requested by the Director through Stage Management, for a 6 show season, while staying within budget and on schedule. ...
Contact
Justin Rowland
Production Manager
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(978) 654-7564
Business Address
132 Warren Street
Lowell, MA 01852
Venue Address
50 East Merrimack Street
Lowell, MA 01852
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Job Categories Properties Master
Posted: 07/01/2009 09:45:08 EST
Last Updated: 07/01/2009 13:00 EST
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Job Dates
12 month employment
Pay
$32,000.00 plus Benifits annually
Serves as Opera Technical Director, Set and Prop Designer and RPAC staff. Principal duties include supervision and construction of two main stage operas per year and technical/maintenance support for the Reynolds Performing Arts Center (RPAC). Additional technical and design assignments as needed. The Technical Director supervises the opera scene shop, including contract and student labor and budget management. ...
Contact
John Fowler
Opera Production Manager, Rpac Theater Manager
(405) 325-7372
Business Address
540 Parrington Oval,
RM, 122
Norman, OK 73019
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Job Categories Technical Director
Posted: 06/30/2009 17:25:40 EST
Last Updated: 06/30/2009 21:00 EST
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Penn State University’s School of Theatre is seeking a Production-Technical Coordinator/Master Electrician responsible for the following:
1. Supervising students and staff electricians.
2. Assist the faculty lighting designer programmatic operations.
3. Coordinate the usage, inspections, repair, and maintenance of stage lighting equipment and facilities.
4. Maintain + Supervise Electrics shop, including stocking of consumables and supervising production budgets. ...
Contact
Judy King
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Business Address
116 Arts Building
University Park, PA 16802
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Job Categories Electrician
Posted: 06/30/2009 16:18:00 EST
Last Updated: 06/30/2009 21:00 EST
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Pay
DOE Contact for Details
Southwest Shakespeare Company is located in Mesa, Arizona and they are looking for a LOCAL Stage Manager for their upcoming show Comedy of Errors that starts rehearsals beginning of August. It is a LORT D Equity contract (though you do not have to be a member of Equity to work the contract) and the job has
the ...
Business Address
P.O. Box 30595
Mesa, AZ 852750595
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Job Categories Stage Manager
Posted: 06/30/2009 16:16:07 EST
Last Updated: 06/30/2009 21:00 EST
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Pay
$10.00 per hour per hour
BUILD HAUNTED HOUSES!
Position: Event Construction Assistant
Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo is seeking three individuals for Event Construction to assist in the building and set-up of two seasonal events, Zoo Boo and Wild Wonderland.
Zoo Boo is a month long Halloween event that features several haunted houses and themed lighting and sound attractions. ...
Business Address
1101 W. Sligh Avenue
Tampa, FL 33604
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Job Categories Carpenter, Forklift Operator [certified], Master Carpenter, Scenic Artist, Stagehand
Posted: 06/30/2009 13:33:36 EST
Last Updated: 06/30/2009 17:00 EST
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BUILD HAUNTED HOUSES!
Position: Event Tech
Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo is seeking two individuals for event production to assist in the building and set-up of two seasonal events, Zoo Boo and Wild Wonderland.
Zoo Boo is a month long Halloween event that features several haunted houses and themed lighting and sound attractions. ...
Business Address
1101 W. Sligh Avenue
Tampa, FL 33604
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Job Categories Assistant Lighting Designer, Light Board Operator, Lighting Designer, Assistant Sound Designer, Sound Engineer, Sound Operator
Posted: 06/30/2009 13:30:55 EST
Last Updated: 06/30/2009 17:00 EST
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Job Dates
PT could lead to FT
Pay
Competitive, Based on Experience biweekly
The Royal Hawaiian Theater in downtown Honolulu is seeking an experienced lighting and video technician and moving lights programmer for our new production.
Responsibilities include; operation of Grand MA lighting console, maintenance of all lighting and video equipment. Program and operate lighting for special events and concerts, work with night club lighting technician and fill in for Night club shifts when needed. ...
Business Address
2233 Kalakaua Ave # 401
Honolulu, HI 96815
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Job Categories Lighting Designer, Light Board Operator, Electrician, Master Electrician, Moving Light Programmer
Posted: 06/30/2009 00:48:50 EST
Last Updated: 06/30/2009 05:00 EST
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The Big Apple Circus, an internationally recognized, not-for-profit touring circus seeks a Spotlight Operator/ Electrician for the Electrics Department starting Aug 5, 2009.
Responsibilities include operating a spotlight for up to three performances a day, participating in load-outs and load-ins, and other projects as assigned.
The job requires full–time travel with the show. ...
Business Address
505 8th Avenue
19th Floor
New York, NY 10018
Venue Address
Big Apple Circus
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Job Categories Follow Spot Operator
Posted: 06/29/2009 16:50:00 EST
Last Updated: 06/29/2009 21:00 EST
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