Assistant Theater Manager

The Apollo Theater is one of the most celebrated mid-size commercial theaters in Chicago. Broadway and Off-Broadway shows have enjoyed long runs on its main stage, and midsize companies have enjoyed residencies in the space as well. A huge part of the Apollo’s success is a dedicated staff and good leadership. It is important to … Read more

Audience Services Manager

Audience Services Manager at The House Theatre of Chicago   The House is Chicago’s premier home for original works of epic story and stagecraft. We consider our audience a primary component in our productions, and bring our design aesthetics and inclusive approach to the audience experience for every show.   The Audience Services Manager is … Read more

Sound Board Operator

SUMMARY Reporting to sound supervisor during tech week to take care of notes as needed, running Qlab as called by stage management, daily speaker checks, running and maintaining the production as designed, system trouble shooting as needed, helping stage management with electrics as needed. REQUIREMENTS Full availability for tech and preview weeks as well as … Read more

2020/2021 Apprenticeships and Fellowships

2020-2021 PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS Steppenwolf Theatre’s Professional Leadership Programs offer opportunities for early-career professionals to experience the inner-workings of a professional theatre from every angle. Each of our programs includes a uniquely hands-on experience coupled with mentorship and professional development. Participants should expect: ·         Formalized and comprehensive training in arts administration or production ·         Focus … Read more

Bartender

Windy City Playhouse seeks to add new members to our bartending team. This fun-loving and outgoing individual will be a key member of our Front of House team for our current production of The Boys In The Band at Windy City Playhouse located at 3014 W Irving Park Rd. This is a fast paced position … Read more

Producing Office Assistant

Position Overview Chicago Shakespeare Theater is looking for an organized, detail-oriented, and highly self-motivated individual to support the work of the producing office. The Producing Office Assistant provides administrative and organizational support for Chicago Shakespeare’s robust range of programming. The ideal candidate is an individual eager to start their career in arts administration with a … Read more

Artistic Assistant

The Grant Park Music Festival (the Festival) in Chicago, Illinois seeks two (2) full-time Artistic Assistants for the 2020 summer season. The 2020 Festival season runs from June 9 – August 15. The Artistic Assistants report to the General Manager.   KEY DUTIES Assist in the coordination of rehearsal, performance and special event logistics Assist … Read more

Director of Education

Court Theatre is the professional theatre of the University of Chicago, dedicated to innovation, inquiry, intellectual engagement, and community service. For more information about the theater, visit www.courttheatre.org. Through the Court Education Initiative (CEI), Court partners with public schools on Chicago’s South Side to provide high quality theater programs to underserved youth and to provide … Read more

Food and Beverage Director

For over 40 years, Steppenwolf Theatre Company has been a cultural leader in Chicago and model for theatre companies in the United States and around the world. Formed by a collective of actors in 1976, the ensemble represents a remarkable cross-section of actors, directors and playwrights. Steppenwolf’s artistic ambitions are made possible by its incredible … Read more

Lighting Designer

Eclipse Theatre Company is looking for a Lighting Designer for the first show of our 2020 Caryl Churchill Season, Cloud 9, Directed by Rachel Lambert. First read is on March 4th Running April 16 – May 24, 2020 Opening April 20 at 7:30 pm Runs Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 7:30 pm; Sunday at 2:00 … Read more