2019 Summer Rep Internships - Theater at Monmouth

2019 SUMMER REPERTORY SEASON

ACTING, PRODUCTION & ADMINISTRATION INTERNSHIPS AND APPRENTICESHIPS



Join the Theater at Monmouth Summer Company for Season 50. The 2019 Summer Repertory includes: Shakespeare's Hamlet and Merry Wives of Windsor; Lynne Nottage's Intimate Apparel; Ken Ludwig's Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery; Kinosian and Blair's Murder for Two; and The Jungle Book adapted from the stories of Rudyard Kipling.



TAM's summer season is a true ensemble of more than 50 theatre artists from all over the country. We rehearse and perform in repertory in Cumston Hall, a 250-seat Victorian opera house; rehearsals take place in our newly renovated Grange Hall. Scene shop, costume shop, and storage all onsite. Intern contracts run from June 3rd through August 20th. All contracts include housing (for non-Maine Residents) and the opportunity to spend your summer presenting classic plays for appreciative audiences.



Internships at the Theater at Monmouth are best suited to early career professionals who demonstrate interest in a specific area of theatre, are self-motivated, mature, and eager to gain first-hand experience in a professional setting. Apprenticeships are available in all areas below with a focus on local high school students and recent graduates looking for an educational experience in theatre.



Acting/Education Intern: Acting/ Education internships are for experienced acting students who also have a desire to become theatre educators. A/E interns will perform, strengthen their craft, lead education workshops, and acquire new skills in a supportive environment. EMC credit available. Submission of headshot/resume and audition required.



Arts Administration Intern: Arts Admin interns assist in all aspects of marketing, front-of-house, and development; communicating to media, vendors, and general public about productions, programs, and special events. Excellent writing and research skills as well as competency in MS Office software are a must. Website design and maintenance, graphic design, and video production skills a plus.



Costume/Wardrobe Intern: Costume/Wardrobe internships are for students interested in costume shop management and construction. Intern assists costume shop manager with shopping, stitching, cutting/draping, and fittings and wardrobe supervisor in running shows. Basic sewing skills are required for all candidates.



Lighting/Sound Intern: Lighting/Sound interns receive hands-on experience working with technicians and designers. Interns will assist with load-ins, hang/focus, cueing and tech, recording and sourcing, maintenance of equipment, and running shows. From paperwork to programming to special effects, this intern will be immersed in all aspects of lights and sound. Candidates should have basic knowledge of theatre lighting and sound equipment.



Props/Scenic Intern: Props/Scenic internships are for students with a fine arts background and an interest in props construction or set painting/building. Intern will support props master with shopping, construction, and craftwork as well as will assisting scene shop with painting scenery. Runs shows as needed. Basic fabrication and paint skills required for all candidates.



Stage Management Intern: Stage Management intern assists in the rehearsal process and increases knowledge of all administrative details associated with an Equity production including paperwork, blocking notes and running a show backstage. Intern may also be provided opportunities to stage manage Family Show and special events.



Interns receive a stipend, housing (for non-Maine residents), meals, and EMC points if applicable. Apprenticeships are non-paying positions. Interns and apprentices are full company members and participate in all activities. Interns and Apprentices have the opportunity to gain exposure to all aspects of the theatre's operation and expand experience, skills, and knowledge of professional theatre.



To Apply: Please email resume, contact information for three references, and letter of interest to Dawn McAndrews, Producing Artistic Director at dawn@theateratmonmouth.org.



Application Deadline is March 1; apply early as positions are filled as appropriate candidates are interviewed.