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Timber Lake Playhouse
Mount Carroll, IL
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 11/11/08

Job Dates

May 20 (flexible) to August 13, 2008

Pay

$175 or up, pending experience, plus housing and m per week

For immediate hire: Experienced assistant technical director/carpenter for established summer theatre. Two options available: Asst. TD or Co-TD, pending the amount of experience. Will TD several shows. Salary varies pending experience, housing and meals supplied. For more employment info, click on "auditions" at www.timberlakeplayhouse.org
Interested parties should send resume and "hands on" references who can attest to your skills. ...

Contact

Brad Lyons

Artistic Director

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http://www.timberlakeplayhouse.org

Business Address

8215 Black Oak Rd.

Mount Carroll, IL 61053

Posted: 05/11/2008 12:24:12 EST

Last Updated: 05/11/2008 17:00 EST

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Timber Lake Playhouse
Mount Carroll, IL
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 11/11/08

Job Dates

May 20 (flexible) to August 13, 2008

Pay

$150 week plus housing and meals per week

For immediatel hire! Costuming assistant needed for summer season. Start date is VERY flexible, from May 20 up to late June. End date is August 13. For employment info, click on "auditions" at www.timberlakeplayhouse.org

Interested parties should send resume and "hands on" references who can attest to your skills. ...

Contact

Brad Lyons

Artistic Director

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http://www.timberlakeplayhouse.org

Business Address

8215 Black Oak Rd.

Mount Carroll, IL 61053

Posted: 05/11/2008 12:20:23 EST

Last Updated: 05/11/2008 17:00 EST

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Timber Lake Playhouse
Mount Carroll, IL
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 11/11/08

Job Dates

May 20 (flexible) to August 13, 2008

Pay

$175 week plus housing and meals per week

For immediate hire! Experienced properties designer needed for summer season. To see employment info, click on "auditions" at www.timberlakeplayhouse.org

Send resume and 3 "hands on" references that can attest to your skills. Send to: BradLyons2@aol.com

Contact

Brad Lyons

Artistic Director

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http://www.timberlakeplayhouse.org

Business Address

8215 Black Oak Rd.

Mount Carroll, IL 61053

Posted: 05/11/2008 12:15:02 EST

Last Updated: 05/11/2008 17:00 EST

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Columbia Gorge School of Theatre - TheatreCamp.com
White Salmon, WA

Expires: 07/01/08

Job Dates

06/22/2008 - 08/11/2008

Pay

$350 - $550 + room, board, travel per week

Musical Director / Instructor for Summer Theatre Camp
Columbia Gorge School of Theatre + Columbia Gorge Repertory Theatre is seeking a Musical Director / Instructor for our 12th annual summer theatre camp. Students from across the country and from around the world will be descending upon the 142 acre Blue Moon Ranch in White Salmon, WA to study acting, singing, dancing, TV/Film acting and the biz with a faculty of theatre professionals from across the country.


Contact

Jesse Merz

Artistic Director

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http://www.TheatreCamp.com

(509) 493-1213

Fax: (212) 656-1336

Business Address

1381 Snowden Road

White Salmon, WA 98672

Posted: 05/10/2008 16:47:13 EST

Last Updated: 05/10/2008 21:00 EST

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Cobb County Cenber for Excellence in the Performing Arts at Pebblebrook HS
Mableton, GA
EDUCATION

Expires: 11/10/08

Job Dates

Begin August 2008

Pay

Cobb County (GA) School District pay scale per month

The Cobb County Center for Excellence in the Performing Arts at Pebblebrook High School (www.cccepa.com), a 9-12 magnet school in suburban Atlanta, is seeking a full-time staff member to serve as TECHNICAL DIRECTOR. The technical director will be responsible for the smooth daily operation and technical needs of all CCCEPA performance spaces. ...

Contact

Frank Timmerman

Director of Performing Arts

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http://www.cccepa.com

(770) 819-2521

Fax: (770) 819-2551

Business Address

991 Old Alabama Road

Mableton, GA 30126

Posted: 05/10/2008 15:12:53 EST

Last Updated: 05/10/2008 19:00 EST

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About Face Theatre
Chicago, IL
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 05/14/08

Job Dates

05/14/08 - 05/16/08

Pay

$10 per hour

Overhire crew is needed to help us with our annual gala - Wonka Ball. The crew will be primarily needed for loading materials (silent auction items, boxes of programs, etc.) into event venue on Wednesday 5/14 and Thursday 5/14, setting up event space, and breaking down event on Friday 5/16. ...

Contact

Vanessa Rodriguez

Production + Artistic Coordinator

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(773) 784-8565

Business Address

1222 W. Wilson, 2nd Floor

Chicago, IL 60640

Posted: 05/10/2008 15:00:00 EST

Last Updated: 05/10/2008 15:59 EST

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The Actors Theatre Workshop
New York, NY
EDUCATION

Expires: 06/07/08

Job Dates

Ongoing

Pay

Non-Paid/ Volunteering

Volunteer and Mentor Homeless Children at our Award-Winning Theatre and Community Center!


Use your talents, expertise and commitment to truly make a difference!


Information and Registration Session!

Saturday, June 7, 2008
2:00 pm


Please RSVP by calling
212.947.1386 x

Contact

Mariko Enkoji-Busch

Senior Staff

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http://www.ActorsTheatreWorkshop.com

21294713860

Business Address

145 W. 28 Street , 3rd Floor

New York, NY 10001

Posted: 05/10/2008 13:18:07 EST

Last Updated: 05/10/2008 13:19 EST

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Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO

Expires: 11/10/08

Job Dates

starting July 1, 2008

Pay

Contact for Details

Seeking energetic person, good with people to supervise events in the University's 1200-seat Pike Auditorium. Selects, trains and supervises student workers; coordinates sound, lighting and stage design needs for internal + external groups and conferences; manages budget and calendar. Additional scenic design and supervisory opportunities available on campus for additional compensation. ...

Contact

Bill Brown

Dean

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http://sbuniv.edu/

(417) 328-1630

Fax: (417) 328-1637

Business Address

1600 University Ave.

Bolivar, MO 65613

Posted: 05/10/2008 11:04:41 EST

Last Updated: 05/10/2008 15:00 EST

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Jarvis Sound and Music Design
Cherokee, NC
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 06/09/08

Job Dates

05/19/08 - 08/31/08

Pay

400 per week

A1 needed for outdoor summer theatre in Cherokee, NC. Mixer must be familiar with Yamaha digital consoles (DM2000, 01V) and capable of mixing 30 wireless while cueing sound FX. Housing is available onsite at the Mountainside theatre. The theatre seats over 3000, and thus the mixer must also be capable of troubleshooting a large array-based sound system. ...

Contact

Justin Stasiw

Associate Sound Designer

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(215) 205-2042

Business Address

1109 Silver Lake Road

Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328

Venue Address

Cherokee Historical Association

498 Tsali Blvd

Cherokee, NC 28719

Posted: 05/09/2008 22:20:59 EST

Last Updated: 05/10/2008 03:00 EST

Trackback: http://backstagejobs.com/jobdetail.php?jobID=3952

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Backstage Presence Inc.
Houston, TX
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 05/13/08

Job Dates

1 week

Pay

$14 per hour

Backstage Presence Inc. is seeking a light board op with experience on the ETC Express console. The production requires 1 afternoon and 3 evening rehearsals with 1 performance. Total of 5 calls in 4 days. Please submit a resume by email if interested.

Contact

Greg Pritchard

Managing Contractor

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http://www.backstagepresence.com

(713) 816-4296

Business Address

N/A

Houston, TX 77002

Posted: 05/09/2008 17:11:22 EST

Last Updated: 05/09/2008 21:00 EST

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Backstage Presence Inc.
Houston, TX

Expires: 05/31/08

Job Dates

Fall 08

Pay

TBD

Backstage Presence Inc. is seeking a scenic designer for 2 opera productions this fall. No out of state applicants please. Submit a resume and (optional) photo portfolio by email.

Contact

Greg Pritchard

Managing Contractor

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http://www.backstagepresence.com

(713) 816-4296

Business Address

N/A

Houston, TX 77002

Posted: 05/09/2008 17:08:21 EST

Last Updated: 05/09/2008 21:00 EST

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Backstage Presence Inc.
Houston, TX

Expires: 11/09/08

Job Dates

Ongoing

Pay

$13+ per hour

Backstage Presence Inc. is seeking qualified techs for repair of various lighting, audio, and A/V equiptment including Intellignet lights, dimmers and power distros, powered speakers, amps, video cameras and LCD projectors. Please submit a resume with refrences via email.

Contact

Greg Pritchard

Managing Contractor

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http://www.backstagepresence.com

(713) 816-4296

Business Address

N/A

Houston, TX 77002

Posted: 05/09/2008 17:01:20 EST

Last Updated: 05/09/2008 21:00 EST

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Weathervane Playhouse
Newark, OH
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 05/15/08

Job Dates

05/15/08 - 08/03/08

Pay

$150-$200 per week

Position includes housing (private room, ac, high speed wireless) and gym membership. Car is preferred. Please visit www.weathervaneplayhouse.org for more information. Submit Headshot and Resum via email.

POSITION: Asst. Technical Director/ Shop Foreman

Responsible for implementation and construction of scenic designs as well as inventory, safety, and shop protocol. ...

Contact

Matthew Trombetta

Managing Artistic Director

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Business Address

P.O. Box 607

Newark, OH 43058

Posted: 05/09/2008 16:23:03 EST

Last Updated: 05/09/2008 16:24 EST

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Beverly Arts Center
Chicago, IL
EDUCATION

Expires: 06/09/08

Job Dates

06/16/08 - 08/04/08

Pay

$1000.00 flat fee

Seeking a Costume Shop Supervisor to oversee experienced intern crew for two summer Main Stage productions. Hours are June 16 through July 31 MON through TH 1-5pm, plus one production meeting a week and a few additional hours for photo calls and strike. Send cover letter, resume, and work samples to Emily Dugan.


Contact

Laura Kleinhenz

Graphic Designer

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http://www.beverlartcenter.org

(773) 445-3838

Fax: (773) 445-0386

Business Address

2407 W. 111th St.

Chicago, IL 60655

Posted: 05/09/2008 15:27:44 EST

Last Updated: 05/09/2008 19:00 EST

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Unity Theatre
Brenham, TX
INTERNSHIP

Expires: 06/09/08

Job Dates

09/01/08 - 07/31/09

Pay

Contact for Details

UNITY THEATRE, a small professional theatre between Houston and Austin, TX, is seeking a highly trained intern that will be an intimate and vital part of the Production Staff. Serving as the Theatre's Master Electrician and assisting the Technical Director with all Carpentry and set installation, as well as other duties assigned by the Production Manager. ...

Contact

Marion Powell

Technical Director

http://www.unitybrenham.org/

(979) 830-1460

Business Address

300 Church St

Brenham, TX 77833

Posted: 05/09/2008 12:50:15 EST

Last Updated: 05/09/2008 17:00 EST

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American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.)
San Francisco, CA

Expires: 11/09/08

Job Dates

Seasonal--Generally September-June

Pay

DOE + Benefits per week

A.C.T. seeks individual to provide administrative and design support to a busy costume shop. The Costume Shop is responsible for building all costumes for the A.C.T. season as well as special projects. There are two Design Assistant positions in the Costume Shop that rotate shows.

Design duties include:
• Participate ...

Contact

Kate Stewart

Human Resources Manager

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http://www.act-sf.org

(415) 834-3200

Fax: (415) 834-3300

Business Address

30 Grant Avenue, 6th floor

San Francisco, CA 941085834

Venue Address

A.C.T. Costume Shop/Costume Rentals

1119 Market Street

San Francisco, CA 94103

Posted: 05/09/2008 12:10:57 EST

Last Updated: 05/09/2008 17:00 EST

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Event Creative
Chicago, IL
LAST MINUTE | TOUR

Expires: 06/01/08

Job Dates

3 months

Pay

$1,000 + per diem per week

Event Creative is looking for an experienced tour driver with a CDL license, clean record (will be verified), comfortable with driving a 53’ Ft. rig. Driver will also do a modest load–in, load–out and possibly minimal errands while on site. Must be reliable and personable.
Events begin locally in Chicago on June 2nd. ...

Contact

Jelena Kreitmayer

Operations Manager

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Business Address

311 W Walton

Chicago, IL 60610

Posted: 05/09/2008 12:01:46 EST

Last Updated: 05/09/2008 17:00 EST

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Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival
Becket, MA
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 06/15/08

Job Dates

Immediately through August 31, 2008

Pay

Competitive Based on Experience

JACOB’S PILLOW DANCE FESTIVAL. America’s longest-running, international dance festival seeks organized, experienced, energetic Production Coordinator for Ted Shawn Theatre. Responsibilities include advancing with touring companies, oversight of all technical equipment within theatre, and collaborative supervision of interns. MFA or BA with at least three years of professional experience preferred; rigging experience also preferred. ...

Contact

Patsy Garcia

Office Manager

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http://www.jacobspillow.org

(413) 243-9919

Fax: (413) 243-4744

Business Address

358 George Carter Rd

Becket, MA 01223

Posted: 05/09/2008 11:05:18 EST

Last Updated: 05/09/2008 15:00 EST

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Cygnet Theatre
San Diego, CA

Expires: 11/09/08

Job Dates

Dates Vary between June 08 to May 09

Pay

$55 per show

Cygnet Theatre is currently looking for non-union stage managers for our upcoming 08-09 season. Our first production starts rehearsal mid to late June and runs until the end of August. The Receptionist, directed by Fran Gercke, starts rehearsal at the beginning of August and runs until late October. It's A Wonderful Life, directed by Sean Murray, starts rehearsal mid
October ...

Contact

Rosalee Barrientos

Production Manager

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http://www.cygnettheatre.com

(619) 698-5855

Fax: (619) 698-5888

Business Address

7202 El Cajon Blvd

San Diego, CA 92115

Venue Address

6663 El Cajon Blvd

Suite N

San Diego, CA 92115

Posted: 05/09/2008 01:32:45 EST

Last Updated: 05/09/2008 05:02 EST

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Other Side Productions
New York, NY

Expires: 07/03/08

Job Dates

August 2008-September 2008

Pay

Stipend

Seeking stage manager for AEA showcase of NYC premiere of TWO SPOONS, a new play at the Bank Street Theatre in the West Village. Rehearsals in August, performances in September. More info about the show and company at http://www.othersideproductions.org

Contact

Peter Mercurio

Artistic Director

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http://www.othersideproductions.org

(212) 696-7847

Business Address

64 Seventh Ave. #3B

New York, NY 10011

Venue Address

Bank Street Theatre

155 Bank Street

New York, NY 10014

Posted: 05/08/2008 18:19:48 EST

Last Updated: 05/08/2008 23:00 EST

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