UNCW seeks Arts Administrator/University Program Assistant – Department of Theatre

The Department of Theatre at the University of North Carolina Wilmington seeks applicants for a University Program Assistant. This is an administrative support position. Assisting the Department Chair and faculty with Academic Support (travel, purchasing, budgeting, scheduling, payroll actions, and general office support, among other duties.) As well as providing Arts Administration support for 8-10 theatrical productions per year. (Secure performance rights, coordinate box office and front of house duties, marketing, advertising, budgeting, travel, and hiring, among other duties.)

UNCW is a State University, and this position comes with State of NC retirement benefits and insurance.

Minimum requirement: Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred: Understanding of theatre operations, good writing skills, background in publicity and marketing.

Recruitment Range: $45,400 – $46,000

Closing Date April 3, 2024

For more detailed job description and to apply: https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/31617

Questions may be addressed to Search Chair Max Lydy at lydym@uncw.edu

For further information about the department please follow this link to our website (currently under revision) or contact: https://uncw.edu/academics/colleges/chssa/departments/theatre/

Hickory Community Theatre announces auditions for In The Heights

IN THE HEIGHTS Music & Lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Book by Quiara Alegría

Performance dates June 7-29, 2024
Directed by Rod Oden
Musical Direction by Jessica Cockroft

The universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – where the windows are always open and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind.

AUDITIONS

When: Monday, Apr 1 at 6:00pm and Tuesday, Apr 2 at 6:00pm
(Potential call back date: Wednesday, Apr 3)

Seeking:
Strong singers and dancers aged between 18-60+ All roles listed as Latin/a/o/e/x will be cast with that ethnicity If you are auditioning for one of the specific principal roles, you are attesting that you are part of that ethnic group.

Anyone under the age of 18 wishing to audition will need a parent or guardian to accompanying them to the audition to sign a permission form.

Those wishing to audition should prepare 32 bars of a song from the show. Accompanist will be provided. There will also be a dance portion so auditionees should come dressed and ready to move. Cold readings from the script will also take place.

All performance roles are volunteer.

​Character Breakdown

Usnavi De La Vega: (M, 20-30, Latino). Charismatic leading man with tremendous heart. Baritone with very strong, clear rap narrative skills. 24 year old owner of De La Vega’s Bodega, his parents emigrated from the Dominican Republic and have since passed away. He lives with Abuela Claudia, who isn’t actually his grandmother but they are as close as family. Usnavi is in love with Vanessa and remains the eyes and ears of his Washington Heights neighborhood.

Nina Rosario: (F, 20-30, Latina) 19 year old Nina has just finished her freshman year at Stanford University. She is the daughter of Kevin and Camila Rosario. Nina is the only member of her family and friends who made it to college. She is best friends with Vanessa and a beacon of hope and inspiration to all who know her; she represents the opportunity outside of the Heights.

Kevin Rosario: (M, 40-50, Latino) Hard exterior; baritone. In his forties and owner of Rosario Car and Limousine, Kevin is a husband to Camila and father to Nina. While Kevin was born and raised in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, he immigrated to New York City with Camila. Kevin immediately started working to provide a better life for his newly-arrived family. Is stubborn, hot tempered at times and can be quick to act without thoughts of repercussions.

Camilla Rosario: (F, 40-50, Latina) No-nonsense; strong-willed; Mezzo range. Also in her forties, she is the co-owner of Rosario Car and Limousine with her husband Kevin. Also from Arecibo, Puerto Rico, she fell in love with Kevin at 19 and immigrated with him to New York City. She is cool-headed yet keeps a subtle but strong leash on Kevin. Her daughter Nina has just returned for the summer from her first year at Stanford.

Benny: (M, 20-30, Black, White, Asian, MENA, or any other non-Latin) Hardworking, good guy; can be a character actor; Bari-tenor; moves well. Now a 24 year old​ ​cab driver for Rosario Car and Limousine, he once was a street punk and hoodlum, often finding himself in trouble. Kevin saw promise in Benny and helped shape him into a responsible, hard-working young man. Benny has enormous respect for Kevin and sees him as a father figure. Eventually falling in love with Nina, Benny sees a future for them by becoming a businessman. He and Usnavi are best friends.

Vanessa: (F, 20-30, Latina) Strong high belt; great dancer. A 19 year old shampoo girl at Daniela’s Salon, Vanessa is strong, intelligent and grew up with Benny and Usnavi. Though Usnavi would like to be something more than Vanessa’s “friend”, he has never made any attempt. Vanessa dreams of leaving to create her own life away from her alcoholic mother.

Sonny: (M, 20-30, Latino) A strong mover / rap skills. 15 years old and Usnavi’s cousin, Sonny is spending the summer working for Usnavi at the bodega. He usually hangs out on the street with his friend Graffiti Pete but avoids trouble. He is an extremely intelligent young man who strives to emulate Usnavi. Passionate to solve the social and economic problems of the city, he is someone that needs guidance or risks ending up a street punk.

Abuela Claudia: (F, 50-60+ Latina) Alto belt – showstopper number. In her late 60’s, she raised Usnavi after his parents passed away and continues to live with him. She emigrated from Cuba when she was very young. Of all the characters, Abuela Claudia has been in the Heights the longest. She struggled to learn English, struggled to find work and in turn has helped others who have followed in her path. She is clearly the matriarch of the neighborhood.​

Daniela: (F, 35-50, Latina) Tough on the surface, compassionate underneath; good belt; good dance.​ ​In her thirties, she is the owner of Daniela’s Salon. Savvy to say the least, she is quick witted, brassy and outspoken. While she retains a motherly relationship with Vanessa, she remains the gossip queen of the neighborhood. No-nonsense, she has built a successful business but is being forced out the neighborhood because of the rent hikes.

Carla: (F, 20-30, Latina) Innocent; good comedienne; strong dance. In her mid-twenties, she is a hairdresser at Daniela’s salon. Born and raised in Queens, she is a pure, sweet, innocent and loving young woman who is devoted to her family and friends though she is easily taken advantage of because of her naivety. She and Daniela are best friends.

Graffiti Pete: (M/F/Non-Bi, 20-30, Any ethnicity/Gender) Sings; very strong dancer; acrobatics a plus. An 18-year old graffiti artist and the nemesis of Usnavi, he is always hanging out on the streets, dancing to his boombox music, spraying any surface he can. Usnavi is unhappy that Sonny and Graffiti Pete are friends because Graffiti Pete epitomizes everything that Usnavi hopes that Sonny will not grow up to be.

Piragua Guy: (M, 30-50, Latino) Tenor, strong singer, good hearted. In his mid-thirties, he walks the hot and humid streets of Washington Heights selling piraguas to earn a living. He represents a rhythm of the islands in the big city.

Ensemble: (20-50, Any Ethnicity) Residents of Washington Heights, men and women. Auditions and casting are open to actors from all ethnic groups.

Asheville Community Theatre seeks Box Office & Marketing Associate

Position Purpose: This position is a full time, hourly (non exempt) position. The Marketing and Box Office Associate runs the box office during performances and assists with daily box office operations during non-event workdays.

Responsibilities include: 

  • Customer service
  • Managing front of house during performances
  • Supporting the Box Office Manager and Marketing Director in administrative tasks

Position is 40 hours per week at $17.70/hr plus benefits. Weekends and Evenings required. 

Send resume and cover letter to mikayla@ashevilletheatre.org before April 8, 2024. No phone calls please.

ACT is an equal opportunity employer seeking a diverse applicant pool. 

Full job description: https://ashevilletheatre.org/wp-content/uploads/Box-Office-Associate-Job-Description.pdf

Carolina Theatre of Greensboro seeks Executive Director

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW & HISTORY
The historic Carolina Theatre of Greensboro (CTOG) is seeking an experienced leader to join our team and grow a culture of inclusion and support to sustain our community engagement and relevance for decades to come. Located in downtown Greensboro, NC, CTOG opened in 1927 and was billed as “The Showplace of the Carolinas.” We are poised for the future having completed significant interior renovations including seating, carpet, bathrooms, concessions, and repairs to our façade and windows. We’ve experienced tremendous highs and lows; our once segregated balcony was integrated in 1963, but its impact still lingers today. We are a mission-driven nonprofit, working to present the arts, preserve history, and promote community. Our vision is to be the preeminent performing arts space for our community. We embody equality, equity, and empathy. We strive to be a place where all people feel welcome as they are, know they will enjoy moving artistic performances and films, and feel uplifted as they enter and leave with a deeper appreciation for the performing arts. Each year, CTOG welcomes over 100,000 people to a wide variety of live performances and films in our 1,100-seat main auditorium and in our 150-seat black box performance space, The Crown. We have a robust cadre of volunteers including our active Board of Directors, greeters, and ticket takers. Our two-year strategic plan is focused on increasing our community engagement efforts, succession planning, and growing our marketing reach and donor base. Our core values are centered on building community, preserving history, welcoming all members of our community, and showcasing diverse programming, which offers something for everyone. If you are seeking a great place to work with competitive compensation in one of Greensboro’s most beautiful venues, we hope you will give this opportunity serious consideration.

POSITION FUNCTION
As the top organizational leader for CTOG, the Executive Director is charged with sustaining existing programs while setting the vision for and building a strategy around developing new ways to expand the organization’s operational capacity and relevance. The Executive Director will balance operational excellence with an increased emphasis on programming, resource development, and community engagement to advance CTOG’s mission of Presenting Arts, Preserving History, Promoting Community.

Primary Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic Vision & Leadership
• Embrace and champion CTOG’s rich history and how its legacy, with focused intention to be the community’s performing arts space, can shape the vision and strategy for the future.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to implement the strategic plan while ensuring that the budget, staff, and priorities align with CTOG’s core mission.
• Foster a culture of collaboration where ideas and initiatives from within the organization and the community can be explored using available data and information to make informed, consensus-focused decisions.
• Provide inspirational leadership and direction and ensure the continued development and management of a professional and efficient organization.

Programmatic Excellence
• Work with artists, staff, volunteers, and the community to ensure that CTOG presents diverse, high-quality artistic programs.
• Manage bookings for national, regional, and emerging artists as well as CTOG’s diverse and eclectic film series.
• Coordinate staffing and manage all events and performances, whether programmed or booked by CTOG or presented by entities renting spaces in the theatre, to deliver a consistent high-quality experience.

Fundraising & Resource Development
• Work with the Director of Development and the Board’s Fundraising Committee to develop a deep and expansive plan to identify new funding opportunities while strengthening and growing existing philanthropic relationships.
• Take an active and enthusiastic role in solicitation of major gifts.
• Seek out and develop relationships with corporate, governmental, and civic organizations that can be of functional benefit and continuing growth of CTOG.

Cultural Advocacy & Branding
• Serve as CTOG’s leading public ambassador, demonstrating a sincere interest and enthusiasm for performances by local arts organizations and artists, and nationally recognized promoters and artists.
• Develop new ways to extend CTOG’s mission of presenting arts, preserving history, and promoting community by identifying innovative ways to share the wealth of talent from our local community and beyond.
• Be a cultural advocate in Greensboro’s arts and culture community, further defining the significant reputation of CTOG as a one-of-a-kind destination for the celebration and cultivation of the arts.

Operational & Fiscal Management
• Provide direction, support, and mentorship to CTOG staff, always creating an environment where ideas and input are the pathway to success.
• Work closely with CTOG Board of Directors to give intention and purpose towards governance, fund development, and institutional stewardship as core responsibilities.
• Ensure that the financial and operational health of the organization is as strong as possible through well-considered and managed processes and any necessary updates to systems, as needed.
• Empower and inspire staff to be their best by providing a collaborative and safe environment to explore and implement new ideas for the betterment of CTOG.
• Ensure the organization is fiscally sound, operating within the approved budget and ensuring maximum resource utilization.

INTERFACES WITH
The Executive Director will not only serve as the senior leader within the organization but will have a significant presence in the community. This individual will report directly to the Board of Directors and manage a team of dedicated staff members. This leader will work closely with constituents, business leaders, community leaders, elected city officials, and staff members throughout the community.

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS
The candidate selected for this position will be a creative, out-of-the-box thinker who is intellectually curious with a demonstrated interest in learning. This person will also need to be a self-motivated, high-energy individual who can easily function in a high-energy environment. This person must be accustomed to working on multiple tasks in parallel. This person must also demonstrate strong leadership skills, best shown by an ability to gain credibility with existing team members, the Board of Directors, and the entire Greensboro community.

The successful candidate will:
• Be a seasoned professional with prior experience in programming for the performing arts and facility management
• Recognize the accomplishments of the team before the individual
• Be highly motivated and possess vision and enthusiasm
• Be comfortable acting as an individual contributor and as a team manager
• Understand how to deliver on short time frames and be committed to meeting deadlines
• Communicate in an open and honest way that quickly builds trust and respect
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit
• Be comfortable making presentations
• Be adept at identifying problems and addressing them fully
• Be approachable and authentic
• Embrace listening and learning before drawing conclusions or making decisions
• Possess the ability to recruit, to inspire, and to work collaboratively with others
• Be a transparent leader with ability to set clear priorities, strategic direction, guide investment of limited resources, problem solve, and make informed decisions
• Be active and engaged in the cultural community
• Have significant experience working for and with nonprofit organizations and boards
• Have a passion for the performing arts

Compensation
• Competitive salary commensurate with level of experience in the range of $100,000 to $125,000
• Benefits include:
• Employer paid Health Insurance with optional dependent coverage paid by employee
• Employer paid Life Insurance at 1x annual salary
• 403 (b) Pension Plan eligible after 1 year of service. CTOG matches employee contributions up to 2.5% for the first three years of service and 5% after completing three years of service
• Employee paid Dental Insurance
• Employee paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Annual merit increases based on performance
• On-site parking
• 28 days of paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick days

Click here to apply for this position: https://form.jotform.com/240732775731156

Hickory Community Theatre seeks Education Director

The Hickory Community Theatre, located in Hickory, North Carolina, is now recruiting for a full-time Education Director. The following information describes the organization, the community and the expectations of the position.

About Our Theatre

Our Values

  • Inclusion: we welcome everyone regardless of what you look like, where you are from, how much you have, your ideology or whom you love.
  • Respect: we are committed to being accepting, considerate, attentive, encouraging and appreciative of every person who comes through our doors.
  • Discovery: We revel in the marvel and the wonder of human truths revealed, for the artists and the audience, through the art of live theatre.
  • Collaboration: We believe that the inherent value of individuals working together toward a collective vision creates something powerful that is far greater than the sum of its parts.

We believe that theatre changes lives like nothing else can.

Our Mission To produce quality live shows, foster creative expression, and engage diverse community members in the art of theatre.

Our Artistic Vision Live theatre that entertains, enlightens, inspires and unites our community.

Our History The Hickory Community Theatre began in 1948 when the Hickory Recreation Department employed the late Kay Johnson to form a theatre group and informal meetings among a group of local actors led to the formation of what was then known as The Hickory Little Theatre. The first full-length production, You Can’t Take It With You was presented in October 1949. This kicked off the Theatre’s first full season of three plays, including Dear Ruth, a production that started what would become a cornerstone of the Theatre’s artistic vision, which is to present the newest published works as soon as they are available for community theatre production, a practice that continues today. In 1986, when the American Association of Community Theatres (AACT) was formed, the Hickory Community Theatre was one of its charter members. When AACT held its first NewPlayFest, HCT was one of the first companies to present one of the selected plays.

Our Space From the beginning, the Theatre has had its home in the City of Hickory Municipal Building, first as a guest company in the city auditorium and eventually as the building’s sole occupant since 1988. The building has three performance spaces, a 325-seat “Broadway style” proscenium with a full fly loft and orchestra pit, a flexible staging cabaret space and a black box. All of these had new lighting and sound equipment installed in 2013. There is also a spectacular lobby and a green room with six individual dressing rooms.

About Our Community
The Hickory Metro area is home to over 365,000 people, nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, between Charlotte and Asheville. Hickory is crafting a strong, vibrant future with opportunities for growth and economic development and a solid quality of life. From furniture capital to fiber optic center, natural wonder to fine arts splendor, recreational heaven to entertainment haven, small town values to big city drive, the people of Hickory have crafted a living and a life that’s rich in both tradition and promise. This includes a strong commitment to the arts. The United Arts Council supports the Hickory Choral Society, the Hickory Museum of Art and the Western Piedmont Symphony, as well as the Hickory Community Theatre. In recent years, the City has invested over a million dollars to help renovate and revitalize the building that the Hickory Community Theatre has called home since 1949. Visit MyHKY.com to explore the city in virtual 360˚ environments, and see why Hickory is home to “Life. Well Crafted.”

About the Job
Under the direction of the Artistic Director (AD), the Education Director (ED) is responsible for day-to-day oversight, enhancement, and growth of the Hickory Community Theatre Educational programs and development of new programing. This position also must serve as a positive representative for The Hickory Community Theatre in all interactions with the community. The ED is assigned the following duties:

Essential Functions

  • Implement the administration and development of theatre education programs: camps, classes, education productions, and The Penguin Project.
  • Supervise, evaluate, hire and assign activities for contract teaching artists.
  • Ensure that all contract artists conduct themselves in a professional manner and work in compliance with all HCT policies.
  • Ensure that background checks are satisfactorily completed for all teaching artists and volunteers working in any capacity within the program. Refer rejected background checks to AD.
  • Develop class schedules and create or coordinate the creation/gathering of essential materials.
  • Evaluate programs on a regular basis for effectiveness utilizing the established tools. Present and recommend improvements based on evaluations to the AD.
  • Work to ensure the smooth interface of Education programs with all HCT departments.
  • Collaborate with teaching artists to establish the HCT connection with the Penguin Project.
  • Be the main point of contact for parents and students involved in all educational programs.
  • Recommend potential Theatre for Young Audiences and Youth Theatre titles to the AD, ensuring that the shows are age appropriate and ensure that the resources are available to stage the productions in accordance with HCT standards.
  • Direct at least three of the education program productions, foremost being the holiday show for school field trip groups.
  • Oversee the process of all Education productions and execute logistics for TYA and PPC auditions.
  • Oversee registration activities for camps and classes.
  • Create and/or oversee contract artists or volunteers the creation of teacher/parent resource guides for Youth Theatre shows and Youth Guides for appropriate mainstage shows as time allows.

Budgeting and Resource Management

  • Provide input to AD on budgets for all Educational programing. Prepare and report spending updates on a regular basis; work to resolve issues with potential overages.
  • Prepare and report necessary information and calendars to the AD for optimum space and resource management.
  • Collaborate with the Artistic and Managing Directors regarding marketing and publicizing the program and the creation of promotional materials.
  • Oversee the review and approval of scholarships.

QUALIFICATIONS
Desired Qualifications
Soft Skills: The ideal Education Director will be a creative thinker who is open to new ideas and opportunities as an innovator of multifaceted programs and productions. The Education Director will be motivated by subjective viewpoints, surroundings, and experiences. Instinctive by nature, this individual will have an ability to flexibly meet the demands of a contemporary theatre organization. The Education Director will also be resourceful in maximizing the return on investment of time, talent, energy, and resources, centered on the mission, vision, and values of the Hickory Community Theatre.

Capabilities: Demonstrated creative experience in theatre education endeavors with a record of success is required. The right individual will also evidence considerable experience in working with children and teens. A degree in an educational or theatrical discipline is helpful but not required. There is no specific theatrical or educational background that will receive preferential consideration. Exemplary verbal and written communication skills are required and multiple language aptitude would be greatly appreciated. The right candidate will also have proficient computer skills and be comfortable working with a variety of Office software, Google products and other online resources.

The Rewards
Position Classification: Full Time
Starting Salary: $41,600 annually, with a review after six months of employment.

Benefits:
Insurance: premium subsidy for private health and vision insurance, as well as employer paid group dental and short-term disability
Time off: 13 paid holidays; 10 days vacation; three days bereavement leave; and, flexible PTO for illness or personal reasons, duration of which is under the discretion of immediate supervisor

Moving Forward
Interested applicants should submit a letter that balances their educational philosophy with accomplishments and addresses both the hard and soft skills desired. Include a resume that thoroughly displays applicant’s career and qualifications that demonstrates past theatre education experience that has made a meaningful impact on the program participants. Do not be limited to one sheet, tell us about exactly what makes you the ideal candidate. Applications and inquiries should be directed to:
John Rambo, Managing Director
Email: jobs@hickorytheatre.org
Snail Mail:
Hickory Community Theatre
30 3rd St NW
Hickory, NC 28601

Raleigh Little Theatre announces auditions for Kinky Boots

Raleigh Little Theatre is seeking performers for its upcoming production of Kinky Boots, book by Harvey Fierstein, music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper. Based on the Miramax motion picture Kinky Boots written by Geoff Deane and Tim Firth. This show will be presented in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre.

ABOUT THE SHOW

Charlie Price has reluctantly inherited his father’s shoe factory, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Trying to live up to his father’s legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds inspiration in the form of Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As they work to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they realized…and discover that when you change your mind, you can change your whole world!

IMPORTANT DATES

Audition Information Session: Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 7-8pm [Zoom link]

This information session will include an overview of the audition process, forms, and guidance on how to prepare. This is a great session to attend if you have never auditioned for a show before, never volunteered at RLT, or if you would like to hear more from the creative team about the process and show.

Auditions: Monday, April 8, 2024, 7pm-10pm and Tuesday April 9, 2024, 7pm-10pm. Actors only need to attend one of the nights to audition

Callback List will be posted on RLT website by Wednesday April 10, 2024, 5pm. Callbacks are two nights: Thursday, April 11, 2024, 7-10pm (Vocal and Scene work), and Friday, April 12, 2024, 7-10pm (Choreography)

Cast List: Monday, April 14, 2024 by 5pm

Rehearsals: April 15 – May 30, 2024

Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays, and Fridays 6:30-10pm, Saturdays 12:30-4pm

Tech rehearsals: June 1 – 6, 2024

Performances: June 7-9, 13-16, and 20-23, 2024 (with possibility of extension June 27-30)

Questions about auditions? Contact Michele Weathers: michele@raleighlittletheatre.org

ABOUT THE ROLES

Raleigh Little Theatre encourages actors of any ethnicity, identity, ability, etc. to audition for any role. If the script requires strict adherence to any characteristic(s), those will be listed in the character description.If you need any specific accommodations to audition, please contact Executive Producer, Michele Weathers (michele@raleighlittletheatre.org) to make your request. Examples of accommodations made in the past are: wheelchair accessible audition space, large print materials, prompters in the audition room, volunteers to help fill out forms, and auditions by appointment.

CHARLIE PRICE – Late twenties. A bit confused, a bit unfocused, a hero hiding under a victim’s mantle. Rock belt. Vocal Range: Eb3 – Bb4 (B4)

YOUNG CHARLIE – This is our lead as a young boy. Actor must be able to play a 7 year old. Lost, quiet, reflective. Vocal Range: G3 – D5

LOLA/ SIMON – Early thirties. A prize fighter’s physique draped in satin with a killer voice and winning ways. E3 – Bb4 (C5)

YOUNG LOLA/ SIMON – This is Lola as a young boy who already knows he’s destined to wear high heels. Actor must be able to play a 10 year old boy. Vocal Range: G3 – D5

NICOLA – Twenties. Charlie’s long-term girlfriend. Driven, uncompromising. Pop voice. Vocal Range: E3 – F5

LAUREN – Twenties. Beautiful and strong working class girl. Belt and pop. Vocal Range: Bb3 – D5 (F5)

DON – Lola’s nemesis. Burly hyper masculine bear of a factory worker. Vocal Range: A2 – G4 (D5)

PAT – Officious office manager who will let loose her wild side when allowed.. Vocal Range: D3 – Eb5

TRISH – Factory worker with a husband and kids to worry over. Vocal Range: Db3 – Db5

GEORGE– Factory manager keeping up traditions. Reserved. Vocal Range: A2 – G4 (D5)

*Don’t know your vocal range? No worries. Bring your prepared song and the Music Director might also ask you to sing some scales on the piano.

ABOUT THE PRODUCTION TEAM

  • Director: Jesse Gephart
  • Music Director: Alex Baker
  • Choreographer: Timothy Malboeuf
  • Costume Designer: Jenny Mitchell
  • Lighting Design: Darby Madewell
  • Scenic Design: Shannon Clark

ABOUT THE AUDITIONS
Click here to sign up for an audition day!

Auditionees for the roles of “Young Charlie” and “Young Lola” should arrive 7pm on the day they sign up for.

All other auditionees should arrive at 7:15pm on the day they sign up for. There are TWO general audition days. You need only attend ONE.

All auditionees should prepare 16-32 bars of a musical theatre or contemporary pop/rock song. Also, please come prepared with clothes suitable to move in, including closed-toed shoes.

Auditionees will be divided into groups and alternate between vocal and choreography auditions.

If time allows, expect to cold read sides from the show. Sides will be provided at the audition.

Please fill out the following paperwork to bring with you to the auditions:

Audition Form
Conflict Calendar
The conflict calendar represents all possible rehearsal dates and times – please indicate which dates and times, if any, that you will be unavailable to attend.

A callback list will be posted by 5pm on April 10. All auditionees that are called back will be asked to read, sing and dance from provided sections of the script.

If you need any specific accommodations to audition, please contact Executive Producer Michele Weathers, to make your request. Examples of accommodations made in the past are: wheelchair accessible audition space, large print materials, prompters in the audition room, volunteers to help fill out forms, and auditions by appointment. All choreography for the audition and the production will be designed to include actors of all abilities.

VOLUNTEER ACCESS FUND

If you face financial barriers related to transportation to the theatre, please check out our Volunteer Access Fund pilot program!

Piedmont Players Theatre seeks Technical Director

Piedmont Players Theatre in Salisbury is seeking a skilled and experienced Technical Director to join their production team this spring and summer (March – July) to oversee the building of sets for three productions. Tasks include:

  • Supervise and assists with set and stage construction and management.
  • Assist in recruiting, training, and assignment of volunteer or paid technical staff for individual shows

Pay rate: $800-$1,000 per show

Interested applicants should send resumes to BM@piedmontplayers.com.

Mission Statement:
Piedmont Players is a key contributor to the performing arts in Rowan County committed to increasing opportunities for all people to participate in and understand the arts. To support that mission, Piedmont Players strives to commission, produce, and present performances reflecting the highest standards of excellence and diversity indicative of the world in which we live, and to make those performances accessible to the broadest possible audiences through arts education and theatrical interpretation.

Davidson Community Players announces auditions for 9 to 5 and Ripcord

Davidson Community Players announces 2024 Summer Auditions: 9 to 5 the Musicap and Ripcord

9 TO 5 AUDITION DETAILS
WHEN: Friday March 22nd, 6pm-9pm or Saturday March 23rd, 2pm-5pm

WHERE TO GO: DCP’s Actor’s Lab at 20700 N. Main Street, suite 112, Cornelius.

WHAT TO PREPARE: Prepare a comedic monologue and 16-32 bars of a pop, country, or musical theatre song that best showcases your vocal talents. You’ll have a combined time of 90 seconds in which to perform both.

Things to know about 9 to 5:

  • Auditions are intended for actors age 16 and over.
  • Callbacks will be by invite only on Sunday March 24th, 1pm-5pm.
  • All roles are available. For details on character descriptions and vocal ranges, visit Music Theatre International.
  • This production will rehearse various weekday evenings and weekends, beginning early May.
  • Performances are June 20 – June 30 and will be at the Duke Family Performance Hall on the campus of Davidson College.
  • For the vocal portion of your audition, you will need to provide piano sheet music in the proper key. An accompanist will be provided.
  • New to auditions and want some advice on how to nail it?? We recommend THIS PRO’S ADVICE!
  • Everybody gets to dance at the audition! More details available once you register, but both Friday March 22nd and Saturday March 23rd will end with a dance call for all performers auditioning that day. Reach out to the email below with any accessibility requests.
  • If you are unable to attend auditions, but wish to submit a video of your song and monologue, there will be a place on the registration form to do so. Video submissions must be received by March 20th.
  • After casting, an application process for limited stipends may be available through DPC’s Actor’s Support Fund.
  • Got more questions? Contact Production Manager Carrie Cranford at carrie@davidsoncommunityplayers.org

Register to audition for 9 to 5 here.

RIPCORD AUDITION DETAILS
WHEN: Friday March 22nd, 6pm-9pm or Saturday March 23rd, 2pm-5pm

WHERE TO GO: DCP’s Armour Street Theatre, 307 Armour St, Davidson, NC.

WHAT TO PREPARE: Once you register at the link below, you will receive all of the audition sides you may be asked to read via email by March 15. No memorization need for the audition, but be familiar with all scenes included.

WHAT TO BRING: An updated headshot and resume. If you don’t have those available, there will be a place on the registration form to list any previous theatre experience and you can bring along any recent photo.

Things to know about Ripcord:

  • Auditions are intended for actors age 18 and over.
  • All roles are available. Character description are available HERE.
  • Callbacks will be by invite only on Sunday March 24th, 2pm-5pm.
  • Please bring an updated headshot and resume with you to the audition. (If no resume is available, the registration form has a place to list any past experience.)
  • This production will rehearse various weekday evenings and weekends beginning mid June.
  • Performances are July 18 – July 28 and will be at the Duke Family Performance Hall on the campus of Davidson College.
  • After casting, an application process for limited stipends may be available through DPC’s Actor’s Support Fund.
  • If you have questions or accessibility requests, please contact Production Manager Carrie Cranford at carrie@davdidsoncommunityplayers.org

Register to audition for Ripcord here.

Learn more about auditioning at DCP here.

Theatre Charlotte announces auditions for Student Theatre Guild production of Alice By Heart

Theatre Charlotte’s Student Theatre Guild returns to the stage this summer with the regional premiere of Alice by Heart directed by Emily Klingman.  The summer intensive will be June 17-21 and 24-28 from 9am until 5pm with tentative evening music rehearsals the week of June 24th

Please note that the authors of this title, Alice by Heart, have restricted the age of performers to 25 and under.

Performances: will be June 28, 29 and July 5,6 at 8pm with matinee performances on June 30th and July 7th.   

Tuition: $450 which includes two tickets to a performance.*

Auditions:  Saturday, April 13th from 10am – 1pm.  Please fill out an audition form and schedule your audition time here.  Video auditions may also be submitted through the application process. 

About STG: Student Theatre Guild provides an outstanding theatre opportunity for high school through college students to experience a professional quality summer stock experience.

Theatre Charlotte’s education programs exist to provide young people with high quality theatre experiences led by theatre professionals committed to fulfilling Theatre Charlotte’s mission, vision, and core values.

In addition to creating programs in line with Theatre Charlotte’s core values, our education programs exist to:

  • Provide a safe place where youth can freely create and be themselves. A place that is inclusive and free from bias and discrimination. 
  • Highlight the human experience through theatre. We believe that the arts are essential and an indispensable part of the human experience.
  • Learn from each other. Everyone we work with knows something we don’t.  We ask questions to further our understanding. The more we share, the better outcome for us all.
  • Lift up one another. People need to be cared for and supported in order to do their best work. Everyone we encounter through our programs is worthy of being treated with respect and dignity.
  • Grow and change. We believe that the current way of doing things can be reimagined and improved. We can grow not just as artists, but as human beings. We can make a difference, especially when given the space to take creative risks.

*Theatre Charlotte believes that theatre is for everyone. If you are experiencing financial difficulty, ask how you can apply for a need based scholarship. There is never a fee to audition for any of our programs.

Theatre Charlotte seeks Summer Intensive Apprentices

Theatre Charlotte Summer Intensive Apprenticeships

Apprenticeship opportunities will be available for students ages 18 and older in support of both the Student Theatre Guild and TCjr. programs. Applications can be found here and will be accepted until March 15, 2024. Interviews will begin the week of March 25th. Theatre Charlotte does not provide for transportation, food or housing during the program. Apprentices will receive $1,000 and a tuition waiver for each program.

Dates for the program

STG takes place June 17-21 and 24-28 from 9am until 5pm with tentative evening music rehearsals the week of June 24th

Performances: STG’s production of Alice by Heart will be June 28, 29 and July 5,6 at 8pm with matinee performances on June 30th and July 7th.   

TCjr will be held from July 8-12 and 15-19, 2024 from 9am until 4:30pm. 

TCjr Performances: Dear Edwina Jr. will be July 19th and 20th at 7pm with a matinee performance on July 20th.  

Apprentices will be chosen from the following disciplines:

Performance: Apprentices in this field should demonstrate experience acting or directing and will be working with the director of each program on scene work, blocking and character development.  Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

  • Uphold the mission and values of Theatre Charlotte’s summer intensive programs.
  • Lead small group or individual scene work. 
  • Lead students through team building exercises and skill building games.
  • At the discretion of the director, may be asked to block a scene or scenes within the show.
  • Will work backstage or front of house during performances.
  • Will assist the Stage Manager in facilitating the use of space and identifying space needs in order to maintain the production schedule.
  • Ensure that all students are engaged in activities related to the show and provide additional support to individuals or groups as needed to stay on task.
  • Assist in setting up rehearsal spaces.
  • Support the entire apprenticeship team where needed in order to put everyone in the best position for success.

Choreography/Movement: Apprentices in this discipline should have demonstrated outstanding dance and movement with the ability to teach choreography under the guidance of the choreographer of the STG production. 

Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

  • Uphold the mission and values of Theatre Charlotte’s summer intensive programs.
  • Serve as the dance captain for the STG program.
  • At the discretion of the director, may be asked to choreograph for the TCjr production.
  • Work with groups or individuals who need additional help with dance or movement.
  • Maintain the integrity and quality of the choreography in the absence of the lead choreographer.
  • Lead physical warm ups for rehearsals and performances.
  • Will work backstage or front of house during performances.
  • Assist in setting up rehearsal spaces.
  • Support the entire apprenticeship team where needed in order to put everyone in the best position for success.

Music: Apprentices in this field should have demonstrated experience in vocal performance and have the ability to teach music from a score or soundtrack. The ability to read music and/or play an instrument is preferred. Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

  • Uphold the mission and values of Theatre Charlotte’s summer intensive programs.
  • Work alongside the Music Director for STG.
  • Serve as the primary music teacher for the TCjr program.
  • Work with individuals or groups who need additional vocal coaching.
  • Lead vocal warmups for rehearsals and performances.
  • Will work backstage or front of house during performances.
  • Assist in setting up rehearsal spaces.
  • Support the entire apprenticeship team where needed in order to put everyone in the best position for success.

Technical Theatre: Apprentices must have demonstrated experience in at least one of the following technical theatre disciplines: Scenic Design, Scenic Construction/Carpentry, Scenic Painting, Lighting Design, Master Electrician, Sound Design, Sound Engineer, Costume Design, Costume Construction.  Responsibilities will be geared towards the area of experience but will include set work so experience with power tools is a plus. Other responsibilities include and are not limited to:

  • Uphold the mission and values of Theatre Charlotte’s summer intensive programs.
  • Assist the Technical Director as needed. This may include set construction, painting, procuring or building props and more.
  • Will work backstage or run lights or sound during performances.
  • May be asked to lead additional technical support staff such as carpenters, electricians, stitchers, etc.
  • Assist in setting up stage space for rehearsals.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment on stage, backstage and in the scene shop.
  • Support the entire apprenticeship team where needed in order to put everyone in the best position for success.

Administration: Apprentices in this discipline will have demonstrated experience in marketing, graphic design and team leadership. Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

  • Uphold the mission and values of Theatre Charlotte’s summer intensive programs.
  • Create and execute social media marketing and promotions related to each program.
  • Interview cast and production team members throughout the process.
  • Work front of house (i.e. box office, house manage) during performances.
  • Collect information for the playbill and create it (both digital and print).
  • Collect and distribute paperwork as needed to support the production team, staff and apprentices.
  • Work with marketing team on additional avenues for marketing and promoting the performances.
  • Maintain an active social media presence related to each program.
  • Will be trained on the ticketing system.
  • Distribute and collect necessary paperwork and forms for participants.
  • Assist in setting up rehearsal spaces.
  • Support the entire apprenticeship team where needed in order to put everyone in the best position for success.

Production Stage Manager:  A production stage manager will be chosen to work on each production and must be organized and have demonstrated leadership experience. An additional stipend is available for working both productions. Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

  • Uphold the mission and values of Theatre Charlotte’s summer intensive programs.
  • Create daily reports for the production team.
  • Record blocking.
  • Work with the Performance Apprentice to maintain the production and day to day rehearsal schedule.
  • Communicate changes to the schedule with the production team and participants.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for parents of students in the program related to changes in the schedule, conflicts, absences and tardiness.
  • Facilitate an end of day meeting for the production team and apprentices.
  • Open and secure the building at the beginning and end of each day or rehearsals and performances.
  • Call cues during performances and maintain the integrity of the show as created by the production team.
  • Assist in setting up rehearsal spaces.
  • Support the entire apprenticeship team where needed in order to put everyone in the best position for success.

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