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Lookingglass Theatre Company
Chicago, IL
INTERNSHIP

Expires: 05/03/10

Job Dates

May 15-August 31, 2010

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Lookingglass Theatre Company is accepting applications for its summer 2010 production of LOOKINGGLASS ALICE.

Lookingglass Alice returns to Water Tower Water Works for another summer! Adapted from Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass by Ensemble Member and Artistic Director David Catlin, this uplifting presentation of the classic is a muscular, acrobatic and dizzyingly playful show for all ages. ...

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Liz Federico

Business Office Coordinator

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http://www.lookingglasstheatre.org/

(773) 477-9257

Business Address

875 N Michigan Ave

Suite 2200

Chicago, IL 60611

Posted: 11/20/2009 17:39:22 EST

Last Updated: 11/20/2009 18:44 EST

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Lookingglass Theatre Company
Chicago, IL
INTERNSHIP

Expires: 02/01/10

Job Dates

mid-February-mid-May, 2010

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Multi-Media Internship

The Multi-Media Intern will work under the supervision of the resident Master Electrician, Sound Engineer and Assistant Sound Designer to realize the multi-media aspects of our Spring 2010 production of ‘Trust’. Candidates with a basic background in multi-media, electrics, sound design or sound engineering are preferred. Responsibilities will include assisting with load-in, hang and focus, tech notes, maintenance of equipment during the run of the productions, and strike. ...

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Liz Federico

Business Office Coordinator

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http://www.lookingglasstheatre.org/

(773) 477-9257

Business Address

875 N Michigan Ave

Suite 2200

Chicago, IL 60611

Posted: 11/20/2009 15:29:47 EST

Last Updated: 11/20/2009 16:36 EST

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Village Players Theater of Oak Park
Oak Park, IL
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 11/26/09

Job Dates

11/19/09 - 12/20/09

Pay

$160.00 flat fee

I am in need of an ASM for an upcoming prodution. It is rather last minute so let me know ASAP if you are interested and available.

The show is called "Chad Morton's TV Christmas Miracle" It is a musical set on the set of a TV Variety show in the late 60's.
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Rick Julien

Production Manager

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http://www.village-players.org/

(708) 524-1892

Business Address

101 W Madison St

Oak Park, IL 60302

Posted: 11/19/2009 18:56:00 EST

Last Updated: 11/19/2009 22:00 EST

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First Folio Theatre
Clarendon Hills, IL
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 11/26/09

Pay

$75/week per week

First Folio is seeking an experienced non-AEA ASM for their winter production of Jeeves in Bloom.

Dates are as follows:
First Read-1/5
Reh. 1/11
Prev. 1/27
Opening 1/30
Matinee 2/9
Closing 2/28

EMC points available.

Contact

Alison Vesely

Artistic Director

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http://www.firstfolio.org/

Business Address

146 Juliet Ct

Clarendon Hills, IL 60514

Posted: 11/19/2009 14:52:31 EST

Last Updated: 11/19/2009 18:00 EST

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Intelligent Lighting Creations
Arlington Heights, IL
Production House | Corporate / Trade Show | Concert / Event

Expires: 01/31/10

Job Dates

Permanent Employment

Pay

Based on experience biweekly

Intelligent Lighting Creations (ILC), the Midwest’s leading lighting rental and production company, seeks a Production Services Manager to further develop the systems and personnel of the Production Department which guarantee complete customer satisfaction throughout the entire production process.

ILC’s Production Department specializes in providing excellent customer service including pre-production design, planning, execution, and post-production follow up for a wide variety of lighting systems. ...

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Bob Moisan

Vp Sales + Marketing

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http://www.intelligentlighting.com

(847) 933-9792

Fax: (847) 933-9794

Business Address

2461 East Oakton Street

Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Posted: 11/19/2009 00:00:00 EST

Last Updated: 11/19/2009 13:16 EST

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The Summer Place, Inc.
Naperville, IL

Expires: 05/17/10

Job Dates

varies by show, spring/summer 2010

Pay

varies per job flat fee

CALLING ALL DIRECTORS!

Cyrano de Bergerac by Edmond Rostand (1983 Anthony Burgess adaptation)

THE SUMMER PLACE THEATRE seeks creative team positions for Cyrano de Bergerac.

DIRECTOR: Provide vision, guidance, and focus. If your vision includes a modern day interpretation of the story, please provide a detailed summary. ...

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Janel Bach

Chair of Publicity and Marketing

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http://www.summerplacetheatre.org

(630) 355-7969

Business Address

P.O. Box 2394

Naperville, IL 60567

Posted: 11/17/2009 16:50:51 EST

Last Updated: 11/17/2009 20:00 EST

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American Theater Company
Chicago, IL

Expires: 12/31/09

Job Dates

Until February 1st Opening

Pay

DOE flat fee

American Theater Company is seeking an Assistant Costume Designer.

Work with an all-star design team on ATC's production of Lisa Loomer's DISTRACTED. Assistants should be well oganized, able to work indepedently and have good time management skills. A car is helpful but not required. Basic sewing skills are a plus.


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Michael Newberry

Executive Director

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http://www.atcweb.org

(773) 409-4125

Business Address

1909 W. Byron St.

Chicago, IL 60613

Posted: 11/17/2009 15:11:00 EST

Last Updated: 11/17/2009 20:00 EST

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Charles Grippo Productions
Chicago, IL

Expires: 12/15/09

Job Dates

Rehearsal begin December 8, 2009. Load in January 22, 2010 Opening will be January 22, 2010 with str

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Charlie Grippo Productions seeks an energetic and organized Assistant Stage Manager for the upcoming production of Sex Marks the Spot, a contemporary farce, directed by Aaron Henrickson. The show opens January 22nd at The Chicago Theatre Building. Prior experience in an SM role or ASM role preferred.

Those ...

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Megan Flatau

Production Manager

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http://www.charlesgrippo.org/

Business Address

1515 North Northwest Highway

Park Ridge, IL 60068

Venue Address

Theater Building Chicago

1225 W Belmont Ave

Chicago, IL 60657

Posted: 11/17/2009 12:20:00 EST

Last Updated: 11/17/2009 16:00 EST

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Charles Grippo Productions
Chicago, IL

Expires: 12/15/09

Job Dates

Rehearsals begin December 8, 2009. Load in January 18, 2010. Opening will be January 22, 2010 with s

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Charlie Grippo Productions is looking to fill an immediate opening for an experienced costume designer for the upcoming production of Sex Marks the Spot, a contemporary two act farce directed by Aaron Henrickson. All performances will be video-taped in front of a live audience. The Show opens January 18th at The Chicago Theatre Building. ...

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Megan Flatau

Production Manager

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http://www.charlesgrippo.org/

Business Address

1515 North Northwest Highway

Park Ridge, IL 60068

Venue Address

Theater Building Chicago

1225 W Belmont Ave

Chicago, IL 60657

Posted: 11/17/2009 12:18:10 EST

Last Updated: 11/17/2009 16:00 EST

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Charles Grippo Productions
Chicago, IL

Expires: 12/15/09

Job Dates

Rehearsals begin December 8, 2009. Load will be January 18, 2010. Opening is January 22, 2010 with s

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There is some pay Contact for Details

Charlie Grippo Productions is looking to fill an immediate opening for an experienced set designer for the upcoming production of Sex Marks the Spot, a two act contemporary farce, Directed by Aaron Henrickson. All performances will be video-taped in front of a live audience. The show opens January the 18th at The Chicago Theatre Building. ...

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Megan Flatau

Production Manager

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http://www.charlesgrippo.org/

Business Address

1515 North Northwest Highway

Park Ridge, IL 60068

Venue Address

Theater Building Chicago

1225 W Belmont Ave

Chicago, IL 60657

Posted: 11/17/2009 12:12:00 EST

Last Updated: 11/17/2009 16:00 EST

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The Building Stage
Chicago, IL
Concert / Event

Expires: 01/17/10

Job Dates

Jan. 4-May

Pay

$250 flat fee

The Building Stage seeks an Assistant Stage Manager for the upcoming production of The Ring Cycle. The ASM will join the team in rehearsals beginning January 4th. Previews begin late January. Show opens Feb. 13 and runs through at least March 14. For anticipated extension, ASM will take over as Stage Manager at this point. ...

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Blake Montgomery

Artistic Director

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http://www.buildingstage.com

(312) 933-4858

Business Address

412 N. Carpenter

Chicago, IL 60622

Posted: 11/15/2009 14:42:00 EST

Last Updated: 11/15/2009 18:00 EST

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The Building Stage
Chicago, IL
LAST MINUTE | Concert / Event

Expires: 11/29/09

Job Dates

Late November-January

Pay

$1000 flat fee

The Building Stage seeks a Technical Director for the upcoming production of The Ring Cycle. We are aiming to complete a majority of the construction late November-early December. Previews begin late January.

More info on the production at www.buildingstage.com.

Interested candidates should submit their resume and direct all questions to the production manager, David Amaral. ...

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Blake Montgomery

Artistic Director

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http://www.buildingstage.com

(312) 933-4858

Business Address

412 N. Carpenter

Chicago, IL 60622

Posted: 11/15/2009 13:30:11 EST

Last Updated: 11/15/2009 18:00 EST

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University of Wisconsin-Parkside
Kenosha, WI
EDUCATION

Expires: 12/14/09

Job Dates

tenure track

Pay

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The UW-Parkside Theatre Arts Department invites applications for a tenure track position in costume and make up design and technology beginning August 15, 2010.

Required Qualifications: MFA in theatrical design (costume and make-up focus); proven teaching and academic theatre experience; professional design credits, and experience in mentoring student designers.


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Karen Sorensen

Fine Arts Supervisor

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http://www.uwp.edu

(262) 595-2457

Business Address

900 Wood Road

Box No. 2000

Kenosha, WI 53140

Posted: 11/13/2009 08:55:00 EST

Last Updated: 11/13/2009 12:00 EST

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First Folio Theatre
Clarendon Hills, IL

Expires: 12/15/09

Job Dates

2010-2011 Season

Pay

TBD (fees range from $500-$1500)

NO housing or housing stipend is available - you must reside in the Chicago area to be considered.

Currently accepting resumes for all design positions for future consideration.

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Alison Vesely

Artistic Director

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http://www.firstfolio.org/

Business Address

146 Juliet Ct

Clarendon Hills, IL 60514

Posted: 11/05/2009 15:34:00 EST

Last Updated: 11/12/2009 13:53 EST

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Event Creative
Chicago, IL
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 04/26/10

Job Dates

Oct 31st, saturday with other jobs coming up

Pay

hourly DOE bimonthly

Need a SmartFade programmer/op for the event on Sat Oct 31st. needs to know how to program SmartFade and movers.
Suit required.

Contact

Jelena Kreitmayer

Operations Manager

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Business Address

311 W Walton

Chicago, IL 60610

Posted: 10/26/2009 17:40:35 EST

Last Updated: 10/26/2009 21:00 EST

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BackStage Theatre Company
Chicago, IL

Expires: 04/23/10

Pay

Volunteer

BackStage Theatre Company seeks a passionate individual to assist with all aspects of our development program. Individual would assist in writing grant proposals, conducting prospect research, coordinating fundraisers, soliciting individual donations, and implementing an annual fund. Ideal candidate is interested in non-profit fundraising as a career. Great opportunity to build your resume while helping to create a comprehensive development program. ...

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Vallea W

Director of Marketing

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http://www.backstagetheatrecompany.org

(312) 683-5347

Business Address

P.O. Box 11842

Chicago, IL 60611

Posted: 10/23/2009 12:20:05 EST

Last Updated: 10/23/2009 17:00 EST

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Writers' Theatre
Glencoe, IL
EDUCATION | TOUR

Expires: 11/30/09

Job Dates

12/21/09-2/26/09

Pay

minimum $300.00 per week

Writers' Theatre is seeking an AEA Stage Manager for our school tour of MLK Project: The Fight For Civil Rights. Production performs in Chicago area schools. Base salary for rehearsal and run weeks is $300.00. During run weeks with more than 2 performances per week $50.00 will be paid for each additional performance. ...

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Sarah Heberlein

Assistant Production Manager

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http://www.writerstheatre.org

(847) 441-8431

Fax: (847) 242-6011

Business Address

376 Park Ave

Glencoe, IL 60022

Posted: 10/21/2009 16:09:00 EST

Last Updated: 10/22/2009 16:45 EST

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Raue Center For The Arts
Crystal Lak, IL
LAST MINUTE | Concert / Event

Expires: 04/20/10

Job Dates

Permanente

Pay

Neg. biweekly

Looking for part-time weekend box office help. Nights and weekends only. Anywhere between 8 to 20 hours per weekend,depending on our show schedule. Possibility of increased hours in the future.

Need strong customer service and telephone skills. Previous box office experience a plus, but willing to train the right individual. ...

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Judith Garey

Box Office Manager

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http://www.rauecenter.org

(815) 356-9212

Fax: (815) 459-2965

Business Address

26 N. Williams Street

Crystal Lak, IL 60014

Posted: 10/20/2009 09:53:16 EST

Last Updated: 10/20/2009 13:00 EST

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GayCo Productions
Chicago, IL
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 04/19/10

Job Dates

Nov 1 - Nov 8

Pay

Negotiable flat fee

GayCo Productions is looking for a Lighting Designer/Operator for their Fall sketch revue, “The Audacity of Nope” at Strawdog Theater. This is a 60-minute Sketch Comedy show with a 20-minute improv set following.

Designer Duties include: Lighting Design; Load in and Hanging lights; Programming lighting cues. You will have the option to run lights for tech week and opening weekend (Dates below) with the further option to run the remainder of the performances. ...

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Andrew Eninger

Producer

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http://www.gayco.com

(773) 531-5086

Business Address

5353. N. Magnolia

Chicago, IL 60640

Venue Address

Strawdog Theater Company

3829 N. Broadway

Chicago, IL 60613

Posted: 10/19/2009 12:41:18 EST

Last Updated: 10/19/2009 17:00 EST

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Staging Resources, Inc.
Palatine, IL
Corporate / Trade Show

Expires: 03/08/10

Pay

Negotiable biweekly

We are looking for a seasoned Project Manager or Account Manager in the corporate AV realm that is interested in taking his or her experience to the next level. Job responsibilities will include customer development, some accounting, day to day logistics + direction of warehouse staff and equipment rental inventory. ...

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Jeff Thommes

President

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http://www.stagingresources.com

Business Address

257 E. Helen Road

Palatine, IL 60067

Posted: 10/16/2009 00:00:00 EST

Last Updated: 10/16/2009 16:34 EST

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