Costume Designer Needed – All’s Well That Ends Well

  • Contract / Stipend
  • Chicago
  • May 20, 2026

Website Forest Theatre Company

Dedicated to language centered and multi-cultural performances.

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Costume Designer for an upcoming production of All’s Well That Ends Well.

Key Dates & Commitment:

Table Read (Optional but Encouraged):
May 9 at 6:00 PM (in person)

Design & Pre-Production:
May – June (virtual/in-person meetings as needed)

Rehearsals:
July 7 – July 31

Designers are not required at all rehearsals but should attend key fittings and run-throughs

Tech & Dress:

Tech: August 1, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Dress Rehearsal: August 6, 4:00 PM call, 5:00 PM start
Performances:

August 7–9
August 14–16
August 21–23
All shows at 5:00 PM (4:00 PM call)
Closing performance followed by strike

Locations:

UIC (1040 W Harrison St, Chicago – Basement Room L467)
Nathan Moore House (333 Forest Ave, Oak Park)

Responsibilities Include:

Developing a cohesive costume design concept in collaboration with the director and design team
Sourcing, pulling, or building costumes within budget
Coordinating and attending fittings
Managing costume tracking, maintenance, and quick changes as needed
Collaborating with stage management and other designers throughout the process
Supporting costume strike and returns
Ideal Candidate:

Prior costume design experience (Shakespeare a plus)
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to work within budget constraints
Collaborative and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable working across multiple locations
Compensation:
Stipend of $750

To Apply:
Please send your resume, portfolio (if available), and a brief statement of interest to foresttheatrecasting@gmail.com
Subject line: Costume Designer Submission – All’s Well That Ends Well

Instructions to Apply:

To Apply:
Please send your resume, portfolio (if available), and a brief statement of interest to foresttheatrecasting@gmail.com
Subject line: Costume Designer Submission – All’s Well That Ends Well

To apply for this job email your details to foresttheatrecasting@gmail.com

Pay Rate/Range*: Stipend of $750
Organization Contact Name: Inaija Butler
Organization Email Contact: foresttheatrecasting@gmail.com