Technical Theatre Fellow
Technical Theatre Fellows have multiple technical opportunities throughout the season, picked to fit their strengths and to challenge them. Intended to help students find their theatrical niches, hone their craft, discover new interests, and step out of their comfort zones. Offering a variety of experiences will give students a toolbox of skills that will not only apply well to their theatrical careers, but to their everyday lives. Paid positions are available in Lighting Design, Sound Design, Costume Design, Scenic Design, Props Design, Scenic Charge Artist, and Stage Management. Fellows will also have the opportunity to engage in volunteer positions as dramaturges or assistant directors if they so choose. Each Fellow will be assigned 2-3 productions, throughout the season.
Job Responsibilities
- Report to Managing Director, Production Manager
- Prepare complete design and/or materials appropriate for each production role
- Work closely with Guest Directors and Production Teams as assigned
- Attend production meetings
- Attend rehearsals as necessary
- Complete self-directed work outside of rehearsal times
- Complete self-reflection report after completion of each production process
- Attend board meetings as necessary
- Meet & communicate regularly with Managing Director, Production Manager, and/or Fellowship Support Assistant
- Be a good representative of and advocate for Pit & Balcony at all times
- Adhere to all policies and standard operating procedures of the theatre
- Other duties relevant to production and assigned role as necessary
Job Qualifications & Skills
The ideal candidate:
- Is a high school graduate
- Has at least two years technical theatre experience
- Is self-motived and directed
- Works well individually and as part of a team
- Has a strong desire to learn and develop new skills
- Accepts constructive feedback and can incorporate it into their work
- Enjoys being challenged
- Can lift up to 15 lbs
- Is comfortable working at heights
- Has knowledge of basic tools (wrench, hammer, cordless drill, screwdrivers, etc)
- Is comfortable learning new technology
Compensation & Benefits
- Stipend: $300/show
- Benefits: Some meals, professional development, Orville the Theatre Pug
Pit & Balcony is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or military status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our community.
Sundays on the Rocks
By Theresa Rebeck
MATURE CONTENT
On a beautiful Sunday morning in mid-October, three housemates decide to have scotch for breakfast in this play by celebrated playwright Theresa Rebeck. Elly is pregnant and considering an abortion, Jen is being harassed by a co-worker who is obsessed with her, and Gayle just feels a bit lost. Their problems are compounded by a fourth roommate, Jessica, who has little compassion for their confused attempts to make sense of life. As they drink, joke, and argue it becomes clear how difficult it is to make a moral decision in an increasingly complex world
Flex Passes go on Sale June 1st & Single Tickets are on July 1st.
June 22-24, 2023
Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 8:30pm
First Date
Adaptation Written by Austin Winsberg,
Music & Lyrics by Alan Zachary & Michael Weiner
When blind date newbie Aaron is set up with serial-dater Casey, a casual drink at a busy New York restaurant turns into a hilarious high-stakes dinner. As the date unfolds in real time, the couple quickly finds that they are not alone on this unpredictable evening. In a delightful and unexpected twist, Casey and Aaron’s inner critics take on a life of their own when other restaurant patrons transform into supportive best friends, manipulative exes, and protective parents, who sing and dance them through icebreakers, appetizers, and potential conversational land mines. Can this couple turn what could be a dating disaster into something special before the check arrives?
Flex Passes go on Sale June 1st & Single Tickets are on July 1st.
May 12-14 & 19-21, 2023
Fridays & Saturdays 7:30pm, Sundays 3:00pm
Content & Trigger Warnings
Adult Content. Not suitable for for children under 17. Mature language, horrific imagery.
TW: suicide, coersion