COHESION THEATRE COMPANY'S 2019 SEASON CALL FOR DESIGNERS, DIRECTORS, STAGE MANAGERS, AND MORE.
Overview:
Cohesion Theatre Company is seeking designers, stage managers, directors, assistant positions and general technical assistance for our 2019 Season, including four main stage productions, our Playwrights Fellowship series, and possible smaller one-off engagements. Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief letter of interest detailing which positions they are interested in and available for. Each show will not necessarily require all listed positions. All inquiries should be emailed to the Cohesion Staff at [email protected].
Cohesion Theatre Company's 2019 Season will consist of four mainstage productions and two playwrights fellowships. Though the productions themselves have not yet been announced, the schedule for the season will include performances of our mainstage productions in Feburary/March, May/June, August, and December of 2019. Each mainstage has six weeks of rehearsals prior to opening night, which are typically scheduled Monday through Thursday evenings, and some Saturday day times as needed. Full details for the Playwrights Fellowship schedule can be found online at www.cohesiontheatre.org/the-playwrights-fellowship
Artists of all ages, ethnicities, and genders are encouraged to apply. Cohesion Theatre Company seeks to foster a safe and productive working environment for all our artists. Cohesion holds all our contracted artists, staff, and board members to high standards of ethical and professional conduct. Should you be contracted you will be required to agree to Cohesion’s code of conduct policies and reporting procedures as a part of your contract. These documents are based on the Not In Our House Theatre Standards, and will be made available to you for review at the time of your offer of employment.
Stipends:
Stipends are available for all actors, playwrights, directors, designers, and crew working on Cohesion Theatre Company productions. Cohesion Theatre Company is committed to paying all our artists for their work. Cohesion is a non-equity theatre company.
Directors & Assistant Directors (contract, stipend)
Cohesion is now accepting applications for directors and assistant directors for our 2019 main stage and Playwrights Fellowship productions. Ideal applicants have experience directing contemporary and classical plays using imagination and creativity within specific budget restrictions. The chosen party for each production would be responsible for casting and assembling a design team (with assistance from Cohesion staff), running rehearsals, creating a rehearsal calendar, overseeing all artistic elements of the process, collaborating with staff on marketing and development associated with the show, and maintaining artistic standards in line with Cohesion’s artistic vision and mission. The ideal applicant will also have excellent organizational and time-management abilities and possess good written and oral communication skills. This is a contracted position with a stipend. Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief letter of interest detailing their artistic interests, and the style and subject matter of productions they are most interested in working on via email to [email protected]. Director applicants for the Playwrights Fellowships should be aware that this is a commitment from December 2018 through September 2019. Applications are due by October 31, 2018
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Costume Designers (contract, stipend)
Ideal applicants have experience with theatrical costume design and construction, and are able to work within the confines of a small but reasonable budget. The productions this season range from contemporary and minimal to period, fantasy, and complex. The chosen party for each production would be responsible for the design and execution of all costume related elements of the show, while also working closely with the Director, Lighting Designer, and Scenic Designer to form a cohesive vision for the production design. Attendance at regular production meetings, and regular reporting to the director and technical director are a must. The ideal applicant will also have excellent organizational and time-management abilities and possess good written and oral communication skills. This is a contracted position with a stipend. Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief letter of interest detailing their artistic interests, and the style and subject matter of productions they are most interested in working on via email to [email protected]. Applications are due by October 31, 2018.
Scenic Designers (contract, stipend)
Ideal applicants have experience with theatrical scenic design, scenic painting, and construction, and are able to work within the confines of a small but reasonable budget. The productions this season range from contemporary and minimal to period, fantasy, and complex. The chosen party would be responsible for the design and overseeing the execution of all scenic elements of the show along with the technical director and production manager, while also working closely with the Director, Lighting Designer, and Costume Designer to form a cohesive vision for the overall production design. Attendance at regular production meetings, and regular reporting to the director and technical director are a must. The ideal applicant will also have excellent organizational and time-management abilities and possess good written and oral communication skills. This is a contracted position with a stipend. Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief letter of interest detailing their artistic interests, and the style and subject matter of productions they are most interested in working on via email to [email protected]. Applications are due by October 31, 2018.
Props Designers (contract, stipend)
Ideal applicants have experience with properties design, construction, and procurement, and are able to work within the confines of a small but reasonable budget. The productions this season range from contemporary and minimal to period, fantasy, and complex. The chosen party would be responsible for the design and overseeing the collection or construction of all props elements of the show, while also working closely with the Director, Lighting Designer, Costume Designer, and Scenic Designer to form a cohesive vision for the overall production design. Attendance at regular production meetings, and regular reporting to the director and technical director are a must. The ideal applicant will also have excellent organizational and time-management abilities and possess good written and oral communication skills. This is a contracted position with a stipend. Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief letter of interest detailing their artistic interests, and the style and subject matter of productions they are most interested in working on via email to [email protected]. Applications are due by October 31, 2018.
Lighting Designers (contract, stipend)
Ideal applicants have experience with theatrical lighting design, hang and focus, and are able to work within the confines of a small but reasonable budget. The productions this season range from contemporary and minimal to period, fantasy, and complex. The chosen party would be responsible for the design and overseeing the hang, focus, and programing of all lighting elements, as well as securing any additional equipment needed beyond Cohesion’s stock. They will also work closely with the Director, Scenic Designer, and Costume Designer to form a cohesive vision for the overall production design. Attendance at regular production meetings, and regular reporting to the director and technical director are a must. The ideal applicant will also have excellent organizational and time-management abilities and possess good written and oral communication skills. This is a contracted position with a stipend. Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief letter of interest detailing their artistic interests, and the style and subject matter of productions they are most interested in working on via email to [email protected]. Applications are due by October 31, 2018.
Stage Managers (contract, stipend)
Ideal applicants have experience with theatrical stage management, and overseeing assistant stage managers and run crew. The chosen party would be responsible for overseeing rehearsals, coordinating rehearsal schedules, participating in production meetings, running the shows in tech and performance, and generally facilitating communication amongst directors, actors, designers, and producers, along with distributing daily rehearsal and performance reports to all parties. Additional responsibilities related to the Cohesion code of conduct reporting policies may be required. The ideal applicant will also have excellent organizational and time-management abilities and possess good written and oral communication skills. This is a contracted position with a stipend. Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief letter of interest detailing their artistic interests, and the style and subject matter of productions they are most interested in working on via email to [email protected]. Applications are due by October 31, 2018.
Assistant Stage Managers (contract, stipend)
Ideal applicants have some experience with theatrical stage management and/or run crew. The chosen party would be responsible for attending rehearsals and assisting the Stage Manager in completion of duties related to communication, scheduling, and production meetings. During the show’s run the Assistant Stage Manager will act as a board operator or run crew for the duration of the performances. The ideal applicant will also have excellent organizational and time-management abilities and possess good written and oral communication skills. This is a contracted position with a stipend. Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief letter of interest detailing their artistic interests, and the style and subject matter of productions they are most interested in working on via email to [email protected]. Applications are due by October 31, 2018.
Run or Build Crew (contract, stipend)
Ideal applicants have some experience with set construction, painting, or theatrical tech work. Interested parties might be asked to assist with construction or painting during the scenic build process and tech, or to sign for the duration of the show’s run if there is need for additional crew during the performances. This position will not need to attend rehearsals prior to build and tech, but will be contracted on an as needed basis depending on the level of production requirements. The ideal applicant must be a hard worker and willing to learn and complete tasks independently, as well as having excellent organizational and time-management abilities and possess good written and oral communication skills. This is a contracted position with a stipend. Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief letter of interest detailing their artistic interests, and the style and subject matter of productions they are most interested in working on via email to [email protected]. Applications are due by October 31, 2018.
