Wednesday, January 26, 2005
Chemainus Theatre Festival Young Company Program
The Chemainus Theatre Festival is accepting applications for the position of Apprentice Stage Manager for their 2005-2006 Young Company Apprenticeship program.
Apprenticeship dates: early May 2005 through June 2006.
Application deadline: April 15, 2005
The Young Company Apprenticeship program is designed for individuals with formal, post- secondary theatre training who desire an intermediate step to help bridge the gap into a career in professional theatre. The program’s purpose is to provide a rich, intensive residency of experience working in a professional theatre environment with a variety of seasoned professional artists.
Primary components of the position:
Assistant Stage Manager duties under the direction of our resident and guest Stage Managers on 4 to 6 mainstage productions.
Stage Manager for 1 or 2 Young Company productions
Qualifications: Intention to become a professional Stage Manager. The successful applicant must possess strong organizational and people skills, a good knowledge of rehearsal procedures and protocol, and be resourceful in the handling of emergency situations. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with an attitude for life-long learning.
To apply, e-mail, fax, or mail cover letter and resume to: The Chemainus Theatre Festival Bag 1000 Chemainus, BC V0R 1K0 ATTN: Alex Currie, Resident Stage Manager
Email: acurrie at chemainustheatre.ca
FAX: (250) 246-2324
Candidates will be contacted for an interview process. Chemainus Theatre Festival provides furnished housing, a weekly stipend for living expenses, some meals, a grant to cover tuition, and a completion grant.
For more information, visit our Education webpage at:
www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca