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Stage Management Apprenticeship

Goodman Theatre

Staff fellowship • Chicago, IL • Stage Management

$18.75/hour (2025-26 season posting); seasonal non-union staff position

Program details

Organization
Goodman Theatre
Category
Stage Management
Disciplines
Stage Management
Format
Staff fellowship
Career stage
Emerging
Location
Chicago, IL
Duration
Season (approximately August - June)
Stipend / award
$18.75/hour (2025-26 season posting); seasonal non-union staff position
Typical deadline
Unknown

Overview

Goodman Theatre's Stage Management Apprenticeship is a full-time, seasonal, non-union staff position in Chicago in which the apprentice rotates through stage management teams in the Albert and Owen Theatres, gaining experience with pre-production, rehearsals and technical rehearsals while preparing paperwork, maintaining rehearsal spaces and being on book. The most recent posting covers September 2026 to June 2027 at $18.75 per hour with health, dental, 401(k) and paid leave benefits, and encourages candidates from historically underrepresented groups. Applications are submitted through Goodman's Paycom portal with a resume and cover letter.

Eligibility

Bachelor's degree preferred with professional theatre experience; works with stage management teams in the Albert and Owen theatres across pre-production, rehearsals, and tech. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups sought.

Notes

Most recent verified posting covers the Aug 2025 - June 2026 season; confirm 2026-27 posting. Goodman's apprentice program also includes production management and other departments.

Contact

Email
hr@goodmantheatre.org (Department)

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