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Approaching divisive issues with empathy and curiosity
Refracted Theatre Company seeks a Production Dramaturg for its production of Dream Hou$e written by Eliana Pipes and directed by Laura Alcalá Baker. Refracted Theatre Company uses innovative theatrical storytelling in order to invite its audience to expand their perspectives around divisive issues, inspiring empathic discourse and civil action. For more information about the company please see www.refractedco.com.
Synopsis:
As two Latina sisters prepare to sell their childhood home on a reality TV show, they see an opportunity to profit from their rapidly gentrifying neighborhood. But once the cameras start rolling, long-buried family secrets surface, forcing them to confront the complicated truth about their past and the uncertain future they face. This gripping play unearths the personal and communal cost of change—exploring identity, legacy, and the forces that shape our sense of home.
Dream Hou$e has undergone a comprehensive development journey, culminating in notable productions. The play’s evolution began with a 29-hour workshop in December 2018, facilitated by Checkmark Productions at INTAR Theatre. Subsequent readings and workshops were hosted by esteemed organizations such as Ars Nova’s ANT Fest, San Diego Repertory Theatre, and Two River Theater between 2019 and 2021. The world premiere unfolded in spring 2022 through a co-production among Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, Long Wharf Theatre in Connecticut, and Baltimore Center Stage, under the direction of Laurie Woolery.
Production Schedule:
Dream Hou$e will be produced in The Bookspan Theatre at the Den Theatre in Wicker Park in September-October, with rehearsals beginning in July.
- First Rehearsal: July 28th
- Rehearsals: Monday – Thursday (evening) and Saturday (afternoon) July 28th – September 3rd
- Designer Run: August 25th
- Paper Tech: August 30th
- Load in: September 1st
- Build: September 1st – September 5th
- Dry Tech & Spacing: September 5th
- Tech: September 6th – September 17th (Mondays off)
- Preview Start: September 12th
- Final Preview: September 17th
- Press Opening: September 18th
- Opening September 19th
- Performance Run: Thursday through Sunday (7:30pm Th-Sa, 3pm Su)
- Closing: October 18th
- Strike: October 19th
- Possible extension Closing: October 25th
- Extension Strike: October 26th
Number of Performances: 23
Venue: The Bookspan at The Den
Number of seats: 60-80
Job Description: Refracted Theatre Company seeks a Production Dramaturg to collaborate closely with the director, cast, and creative team of Dream Hou$e. The dramaturg will serve as a key artistic voice throughout the rehearsal process, offering research, context, and analytical support to deepen the company’s understanding of the play’s themes, cultural nuances, and dramatic structure.
Please email a resume and two relevant references to admin@refractedco.com with the subject line DREAM HOU$E DRAMATURG. If you have a website that’s not included in your resume, please include the link in the body of the email. Please also any information about potential conflicts with the above listed production schedule.
Refracted Theatre Company is committed to creating an anti-racist, diverse workplace and strongly encourages BIPOC individuals, women, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, and foreign-born residents to apply. Refracted is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
To apply for this job email your details to admin@refractedco.com