Website Refracted Theatre Company
Approaching divisive issues with empathy and curiosity
Refracted Theatre Company seeks to fill four key roles, including Wardrobe Crew, Backstage Crew, Crew Swing and SM Swing, for its 2026 production of I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire by Samantha Hurley, directed by Tyler Struble.
We are seeking a collaborative, detail-oriented, and solution-focused theatre artist who thrives in a fast-paced, ensemble-driven environment. Successful candidates will bring clear communication skills, and a commitment to supporting both the artistic vision and operational needs of the production. Refracted values collaborators who approach their work with curiosity, professionalism, flexibility, and a willingness to contribute to a positive rehearsal and performance culture. Whether supporting performers backstage, maintaining production elements, facilitating communication, or stepping into coverage assignments, this role is essential to ensuring a safe, efficient, and artistically successful production process.
About Refracted Theatre Company
Founded in 2019, Refracted Theatre Company uses innovative theatrical storytelling to invite audiences to expand their perspectives around divisive issues, inspiring empathic discourse and civil action. Through professional productions, educational initiatives, and community-based programs such as Role Call, Refracted creates opportunities for artists and audiences alike to engage deeply with stories that challenge assumptions, encourage curiosity, and foster meaningful human connection.
Refracted is committed to producing work that prioritizes artistic excellence, accessibility, accountability, and collaboration. For more information, please visit:
Website: www.refractedco.com
Artist Resources: https://www.refractedco.com/artist-resources
Synopsis:
I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire
By Samantha Hurley
Directed by Tyler Struble
When sixteen-year-old Shelby Hinkley discovers the internet, she becomes convinced that actor Tobey Maguire is her soulmate. What begins as an innocent teenage obsession quickly spirals into a wildly funny, deeply heartfelt exploration of identity, loneliness, fandom, and the stories we tell ourselves in order to survive adolescence.
Blending Y2K nostalgia, pop culture, fantasy sequences, and sharp humor, I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire examines what it means to be seen, understood, and loved. Beneath its absurd premise lies a moving coming-of-age story about growing up, letting go, and finding your place in the world.
Refracted Theatre Company is proud to present the Chicago premiere of Samantha Hurley’s acclaimed play as its 2026 Mainstage Production.
PRODUCTION INFORMATION
Venue: The Bookspan Theatre at The Den Theatre
Location: 1331 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Number of Performances: 23
Production Schedule:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fKLr7-s6FTZ4px5-pXjg1tS9wcMLLiDX/view
Job Description:
1. Wardrobe Crew
Dedicated wardrobe track. Reports to ASM, Costume Designer, and Hair/Makeup/Wig Designer. Responsible for costume maintenance, laundry, quick changes, wigs, dressing rooms, and actor support. Based primarily on the duties in the Wardrobe Crew document.
2. Backstage Crew
Dedicated run crew track. Reports to SM/ASM. Responsible for presets, scenic shifts, props tracking, backstage safety, technical operations, resets, and performance flow. Based primarily on the Stage Crew Agreement and scenic portions of the Swing Crew document.
3. Crew Swing
Hourly swing position capable of covering Backstage Crew and Wardrobe Crew tracks as assigned. Expected to learn multiple tracks and maintain updated paperwork. Based on Swing Crew duties.
4. SM Swing
Hourly swing position capable of covering Production Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager responsibilities as assigned. This person would attend designated rehearsals, maintain familiarity with calling scripts, reports, backstage operations, understudy rehearsals, put-ins, and performance procedures.
Stipend:
Wardrobe Crew
Total Stipend: $1,550
Weekly distribution beginning Tech Week
Backstage Crew
Total Stipend: $1,550
Weekly distribution beginning Tech Week
Crew Swing
$17.00/hour
Hours worked shall be tracked by the Production Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager and submitted to the Company for payment.
Payments issued weekly beginning September 14, 2026 based upon approved hours worked during the preceding week.
SM Swing
$17.00/hour
Hours worked shall be tracked by the Production Stage Manager. In the event the Production Stage Manager is absent, hours shall be tracked and approved by the Assistant Stage Manager.
Payments issued weekly beginning September 14, 2026 based upon approved hours worked during the preceding week.
To Apply:
Please email a resume and two relevant references to admin@refractedco.com with the subject line “Wardrobe Crew_Tobey”, “Backstage Crew_Tobey”, “Crew Swing_Tobey”, or “SM Swing_Tobey”.
Refracted Theatre Company is committed to creating an anti-racist, diverse workplace and strongly encourages BIPOC individuals, women, LGBT 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