Interested in working for Optimist Theatre's Shakespeare in the Park? Tell us all about your area of interest.
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Every season, Optimist Theatre employs over 30 artists and crew member to bring Shakespeare in the Park to life.

Hiring for the 2027 season....

Artistic...

• Director
• Actors (4)
• Costume Designer
• Props Designer
• Set Designer
• Puppet Designer
• Puppet Co-Designer and Builder (filled)
• Soundscape and Music Designer
• Fight Choreographer
• Puppetry Skills Trainer

Production...

• ​Stage Manager (filled)
• Production Manager
• Production Crew Lead (filled)
• Assistant Stage Manager
• House Manager
• Surveys Manager (filled)
• Sound Engineer (tent. filled)
• Wardrobe
• Production Crew (4)
• House, Surveys and Games Crew (4)

Staff...

• ​Graphic Designer and Social Media (filled)
• PA to the Executive Director
• Community Outreach Coordinator
• Grant Writer (filled)
• Craft Services Coordinator

A few things about working with Optimist Theatre:

• All positions are paid.
• Optimist is an Actors' Equity Association member company. All actors are employed within those parameters. Crew members, designers, and staff are hired as Independent Contractors.
• Lunch is provided on show days.

Optimist Theatre is deeply committed to equity and inclusion.

• We gratefully and strongly encourage BIPOC and LGBTQ+ artists and professionals to apply. If you have questions about the type of work and qualifications, please reach out.
• Optimist Theatre has a fledgling BIPOC apprenticeship program. If you're interested in knowing more, please reach out.

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