2017 Summer Internship Program - New York Classical Theatre

As we prepare for our 18th season, New York Classical Theatre is proud to have served nearly 200,000 people with over 600 all-FREE performances of classical theatre in New York City’s public parks. Our singular staging style Panoramic Theatre—placing the audience at the center of the action—promotes a unique, intimate relationship between the actor, audience and venue. The texts may be hundreds of years old, yet exquisite public spaces, free admission and innovative staging makes these works accessible for all.

This summer season, all of our interns will have the opportunity to get a behind the scenes look at one of the most unique, cutting edge Off-Broadway theatre companies in New York City by working closely with and learning from professional directors, actors, designers, and stage managers.

New York Classical Theatre productions are produced under an AEA Off-Broadway Transition Contract. Interns will receive a $50 stipend per week and an unlimited MTA MetroCard during their time with us. Additionally, interns will be mentored by an Associate Artist and have the opportunity to attend 4-5 Master Classes in such areas as Voice & Speech, Directing, Casting, Producing and Career Development. This internship requires commitment for the full rehearsal and run of the production.* EMC points are available only for Stage Management Interns. All interns may earn college credit toward a degree program if granted permission from their respective institutions.

For more information about our company, please visit: newyorkclassical.org.

*We are flexible with schedules in May due to final exams.



Productions/Dates

Please note that all dates and times are subject to change. Interns will only work on one of the following productions.



The Rivals (Richard Brinsley Sheridan)

Director: Stephen Burdman

Locations: Central Park, Rockefeller Park, Carl Schurz Park Rehearsal (6 days per week): May 15-June 5

Performance (6 days per week): June 6-July 16

Load Out: July 17-21



The Tragedy of Macbeth (William Shakespeare)

Director: Stephen Burdman

Locations: The Battery, Brooklyn Bridge Park

Rehearsal (6 days per week): July 10-July 30

Performance (6 days per week): July 31-August 27

Load Out: August 28-September 1



Intern Positions and Duties

Interns are required to attend all performances.

Production Interns (12 positions available):

• During the rehearsal process, production interns will perform duties as assigned by the Stage Manager, ASM, or Artistic Director. Interns will have a wide variety of experiences and assignments that will rotate during the run to both accommodate the interests of interns

and the needs of the production.

• In rehearsal:

- Oversee acting/rehearsal areas (public parks).

- Transport all necessary items to and from rehearsal (from storage locations to parks). o Find and build props for the show.

- Help actors run lines.

- Distribute promotional posters and postcards throughout New York City.

- Shop for supplies and perform light office work.

- Assist the Stage Management and Costume staff as needed.

• During performance:

- Help Costume/Wardrobe Assistant and interns transport all items necessary for the show. o Prepare the acting areas for all performances.

- Usher audiences and distribute programs.

- Guide the audience as they move from place to place.

- Keep ahead of the show and run the “backstage” (cueing actors, handing off props,

assisting in quick changes).

- Light the performance as the sun goes down.

- Pack up after each show and return all items to storage.

Stage Management Interns (2 positions available with optional EMC points):

• In Rehearsal: assist the Stage Manager and ASM as needed (blocking, prop tracking, being on book, etc.).

• During performance: lead members of the stage crew in the running of the show as directed by the Stage Manager and the ASM.

• Share responsibilities with the Production Interns as long as it does not conflict with primary responsibilities (see above).

Costume/Wardrobe Interns (2 positions available):

•During rehearsal: assist the Costume Designer and Costume/Wardrobe Assistant (measuring, stitching, shopping, altering, building, etc.)

•During performance: assist the Costume/Wardrobe Assistant as the wardrobe coordinator. Maintain all costumes and perform necessary repairs. Assist the actors in dressing and in all quick changes.

• Coordinate transportation and laundry/dry cleaning of all costumes.

• Share responsibilities with the Production Interns as long as it does not conflict with primary

responsibilities (see above).



Application

Send a resume and cover letter to the Production Stage Manager, Yetti Steinman at: ysteinman@newyorkclassical.org

Select applicants will be contacted for an interview.

(Please note: if the intern is under the age of 18, provide proof of parental consent must accompany the application.)