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Big Apple Circus
New York, NY
TOUR

Expires: 09/12/10

Job Dates

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Pay

Salary is $800 a week biweekly

Job Title: A1 Engineer / Tech - Head of Audio
Exp: Entry - Mid
Location: New York City
Relocation: Yes, prefers Northeast, but all welcome

The Big Apple Circus celebrating its 32nd season is seeking a Sound Engineer to tour year round. Home base in NYC area, but the show tours the Northeast as well.
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Contact

Big Apple Circus Production Unit

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http://www.bigapplecircus.org

Fax: (646) 616-6858

Business Address

505 8th Avenue

19th Floor

New York, NY 10018

Venue Address

Big Apple Circus

Posted: 03/12/2010 16:48:51 EST

Last Updated: 03/12/2010 17:53 EST

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Turtle Shell Productions
New York, NY
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 09/12/10

Job Dates

Three weeks

Pay

based in expeirence

Turtle Shell Productions is seeking Projection Designer, Sound Designer, for a showcase production of “The 8 Minute Madness Playwrights Festival,” which is set to perform April 1 - 18th. Sound Designer should be an expierenced theater sound designer and familiar with QLab. Experience a must.

Contact

John Cooper

Artistic Director

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http://Turtleshellproductions.com

(646) 765-7670

Business Address

300 W 43rd St.

Suite # 403

New York, NY 10036

Posted: 03/12/2010 13:18:09 EST

Last Updated: 03/12/2010 18:00 EST

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RWS and Associates Entertainment, Inc.
New York, NY
TOUR | Theme Park / Cruise Ship

Expires: 03/29/10

Job Dates

04/05/10 - 09/05/10

Pay

Competitive Pay biweekly

EMMY Award Winning, RWS and Associates Entertainment Inc., is an entertainment firm providing custom-designed as well as pre-packaged events and productions throughout the world. Our clients include: Macy’s, Kohl's, Vera Wang, Covergirl, Coppertone, Clear Channel World Wide, GlaxoSmithKline, Cedar Fair, Hershey Corporation and many more. Please check out our website at http://www.rwsandassociates.com.


Contact

Robbie Eicher

Production Manager

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http://www.rwsandassociates.com

(212) 391-1795

Business Address

226 W 47th Street

8th Floor

New York, NY 10036

Venue Address

RWS and Associates

1560 Broadway, Suite 712

New York, NY 10036

Posted: 03/12/2010 11:56:38 EST

Last Updated: 03/12/2010 16:00 EST

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Kentucky Shakespeare festival
Louisville, KY
INTERNSHIP

Expires: 09/12/10

Job Dates

8 weeks

Pay

$800 stipend and free housing flat fee

Sound Technician Intern:
The Sound Technician Intern will assist the Sound Engineer in season set-up, maintenance, hang, focus, operation of the sound system, and strike. Experience with basic sound equipment in a college or other theatre environment is desired. This includes some familiarity with amplifiers, full-range loudspeakers, cabling, area/boundary microphones, small-format analog mixers and basic signal processing, as well as some working at heights and simple soldering. ...

Contact

Pamela Dipasquale

Interim Executive Director

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http://www.kyshakes.org

(502) 637-4933

Business Address

1387 South Fourth Street

Louisville, KY 40208

Posted: 03/12/2010 10:03:53 EST

Last Updated: 03/12/2010 14:00 EST

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The Cape Cod Theatre Project
Falmouth, MA
INTERNSHIP

Expires: 09/12/10

Job Dates

July 1-August 1

Pay

no pay

Open to students ages 16-20

CCTP presents staged readings of new American plays each July in Falmouth, MA. The playwrights, Professional actors (AEA), and directors come to the Cape for an intense period of rehearsal, with performances followed by audience feedback sessions. The focus is on providing the playright a an opportunity to groom the text for full production using a talented group of professionals and perfomances with live audiences.


Contact

Christine Mascott

Company Manager

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http://www.capecodtheatreproject.org

(508) 457-4242

Business Address

PO Box 410

Falmouth, MA 02541

Posted: 03/12/2010 07:32:06 EST

Last Updated: 03/12/2010 12:00 EST

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Productions du Dragon
la louviere, NE
Production House | Corporate / Trade Show | Concert / Event

Expires: 04/30/10

Job Dates

Open ended contract

Pay

Contact for Details

Franco Dragone Entertainment Group, led by Franco Dragone, Artistic Director for such shows as Celine Dion’s “A New Day” and ”Le Reve” now on stage in Las Vegas, are producing new projects worldwide.

For its new water show in MACAU, Franco Dragone Entertainement Group is now looking for a diver technician.


Contact

Aurelie Francois

Recruitment Officer

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http://www.dragone.be

(326) 423-7650

Business Address

Rue de Belle-Vue 23

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la louviere, NE 07100

Posted: 03/12/2010 04:00:59 EST

Last Updated: 03/12/2010 08:01 EST

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Endstation Theatre Company
Sweet Briar, VA
LAST MINUTE | INTERNSHIP

Expires: 09/11/10

Job Dates

May 25-July 31

Pay

unpaid, housing provided

Endstation Theatre Company is searching for Arts Administration Interns.

Applicants should be interested in learning more about all aspects of administrative theatre, including Public Relations, Marketing, House Management, Box Office, and Development.

To apply go to www.endstationtheatre.org to download an application or contact education@endstationtheatre.org

Application deadline has been extended to March 25th. ...

Contact

Angela Sweigart-Gallagher

Education Coordinator

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http://www.endstationtheatre.org

Business Address

PO Box 128

Sweet Briar, VA 24595

Posted: 03/11/2010 23:44:43 EST

Last Updated: 03/12/2010 04:00 EST

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The Aracoma Story, Inc.
Logan, WV
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 03/28/10

Job Dates

05/17/10 - 08/22/10

Pay

$350/wk + Private Housing + Parking biweekly

The Aracoma Story, Inc. is seeking a TECHNICAL DIRECTOR for ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE, THE ARACOMA STORY + DISNEY'S JUNGLE BOOK KIDS during their 35th consecutive year of outdoor theater. Must have experience in set design + construction, lighting and sound. Will lead a paid crew + volunteers. Performances at a 600 seat amphitheatre in WV's most visited state park. ...

Contact

Jim Frye

President

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http://thearacomastoryincnov09.intuitwebsites.com//

(304) 752-0253

Business Address

PO Box 2016

Logan, WV 25601

Posted: 03/11/2010 18:34:06 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 22:00 EST

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T.M.R. Inc
Chicago, IL
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 03/16/10

Job Dates

03/14/10 - 03/14/10

Pay

$13 p/h 4 hour minimum per day

A Love Lost Life is striking from the theatre building on Sunday March 14. I am looking to hire two people to help Strike and load out. The call begins at 4:30 at the Theatre Building. If you have a valid drivers license and are comfortable driving a box truck you will be called @ 3:30. ...

Contact

Shaun Renfro

Technical Director

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(307) 259-2757

Business Address

6012 N Kemnore Ave

Chicago, IL 60660

Venue Address

The Theatre Building

1225 W. Belmont Ave

Chicago, IL 60657

Posted: 03/11/2010 18:32:33 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 22:00 EST

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The Aracoma Story, Inc.
Logan, WV
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 03/29/10

Job Dates

07/05/10 - 08/15/10

Pay

$350/wk + Housing + Parking biweekly

The Aracoma Story, Inc. is seeking a MUSIC DIRECTOR for DISNEY'S JUNGLE BOOK KIDS during their 35th consecutive season of outdoor theater. Will conduct and play with a seasoned volunteer orchestra of 8-10 instruments. Must play keyboards to accompany during rehearsals. Show performed at 600 seat amphitheatre in WV's most visited state park. ...

Contact

Jim Frye

President

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http://thearacomastoryincnov09.intuitwebsites.com//

(304) 752-0253

Business Address

PO Box 2016

Logan, WV 25601

Posted: 03/11/2010 18:26:34 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 22:00 EST

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The Aracoma Story, Inc.
Logan, WV
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 03/28/10

Job Dates

05/17/10 - 07/04/10

Pay

$350/wk + Private Housing + Parking biweekly

The Aracoma Story, Inc is seeking a MUSIC DIRECTOR to play piano and lead a 5 piece country band in their summer production of ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE during their 35th consecutive season of outdoor theater. Candidate must play piano to accompany during rehearsals. Skills playing string instruments a plus, but not essential. ...

Contact

Jim Frye

President

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http://thearacomastoryincnov09.intuitwebsites.com//

(304) 752-0253

Business Address

PO Box 2016

Logan, WV 25601

Posted: 03/11/2010 18:13:00 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 22:00 EST

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The Tank
New York, NY
INTERNSHIP

Expires: 03/31/10

Job Dates

open-ended

Pay

N/A Contact for Details

The Tank is currently seeking volunteers for Front of House and Tech positions for our on-going line up of new theatre, comedy, music, dance and film showcases. Volunteers can work as many or as few shifts per month as wanted. Volunteering at The Tank is a great way to expose yourself to free theatre, music, comedy, film, and dance events.


Contact

Trey Tautm

Volunteer Coordinator

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http://www.thetanknyc.org

(212) 563-6269

Business Address

354 W. 45th St

New York, NY 10036

Posted: 03/11/2010 17:51:22 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 18:51 EST

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Goodman Theatre
Chicago, IL

Expires: 09/11/10

Job Dates

DATES REQUIRED: EARLY SEPTEMBER 2010- EARLY AUGUST 2011

Pay

Contact for Details

JOB TITLE: ALBERT FLOOR MANAGER

REPORTS TO: STAGE MANAGEMENT

DATES REQUIRED: EARLY SEPTEMBER 2010- EARLY AUGUST 2011

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY:
• Responsible for running and maintaining the backstage area
• Floor Manager is considered a member of the Stage Management team assigned to each production
• Attend ...

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Production Jobs

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Business Address

170 N. Dearborn

Chicago, IL 606013205

Posted: 03/11/2010 17:07:58 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 22:00 EST

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Goodman Theatre
Chicago, IL

Expires: 09/11/10

Job Dates

EARLY OCTOBER 2010– LATE JULY 2011; as per season schedule

Pay

Contact for Details

JOB TITLE: OWEN FLOOR MANAGER

REPORTS TO: STAGE MANAGEMENT

DATES REQUIRED: EARLY OCTOBER 2010– LATE JULY 2011; as per season schedule

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY:
• Responsible for running and maintaining the backstage area
• Floor Manager is considered a member of the Stage Management team assigned to each production
• Attend ...

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Production Jobs

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Business Address

170 N. Dearborn

Chicago, IL 606013205

Posted: 03/11/2010 17:04:15 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 22:00 EST

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Event Tech
Baltimore, MD
Corporate / Trade Show | Concert / Event

Expires: 09/11/10

Pay

Based on experience per hour

Audio Engineer/Production Technician

Event Tech, a high-end special events production company in business for over 23 years, is in search for a qualified Audio Technician. Event Tech has built its reputation as a full service supplier with an extensive inventory of the newest technology of audio, lighting, staging, temporary power solutions, and video production equipment. ...

Contact

Cindy Mitchell

Office Manager

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http://www.eventtech.com

(410) 360-5006

Fax: (410) 360-5002

Business Address

7601 Brandon Woods Blvd.

Baltimore, MD 21226

Posted: 03/11/2010 16:22:00 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 20:00 EST

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Home Shopping Network
St. Petersburg, FL

Expires: 04/11/10

Pay

Contact for Details

Job Scope: The On-Air Producer sits at the center of the live show execution at HSN. It is a role that requires a leader, with good communication skills and a keen ability to think strategically and react quickly in our fast paced environment.

Responsibilities:
* As the leader of the live show, duties include: Directing the Show host, guests/vendors and crew
...

Contact

Human Resources

http://www.hsn.com

Business Address

N/A

St. Petersburg, FL 33729

Posted: 03/11/2010 15:41:09 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 20:00 EST

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Blackbird Academy of Arts,Inc.
Conway, AR
EDUCATION

Expires: 09/11/10

Job Dates

August 2010 - June 2011

Pay

negotiable bimonthly

We are looking for an experienced tap instructor to teach between 2 and 5 hours per week in the evenings. Must work well with children of all ages, but this position will be mostly with children ages 10-18. We are a non-profit arts organization that opened in July 2009 and our dance department is growing every day. ...

Contact

Jennie Strange

Executive Director

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http://www.blackbirdacademy.org/

(501) 336-8200

Business Address

805 Monroe Street

Suite 107

Conway, AR 72032

Posted: 03/11/2010 15:12:23 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 20:00 EST

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Fulton Theatre
Lancaster, PA
APPRENTICESHIP

Expires: 07/31/10

Job Dates

46 weeks (August through July)

Pay

$150.00 per week

Apprenticeship Program

The Fulton Theatre seeks recent college graduates and young professionals who desire a season long, full-time commitment (August through July). Ideal candidates have experience in multiple areas of technical theatre, and are energetic, hard working, team-oriented, and self-motivated. All candidates should have knowledge of Microsoft Office and have the ability to lift 30 pounds. ...

Contact

Alan Fackler

Production Manager

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http://www.thefulton.org

(717) 394-7133

Fax: (717) 397-3780

Business Address

PO Box 1865

12 N Prince St

Lancaster, PA 17608

Posted: 03/11/2010 13:50:26 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 18:00 EST

Trackback: http://backstagejobs.com/jobdetail.php?jobID=9172

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Entertainment Events Inc
New York City, NY
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 03/31/10

Job Dates

03/30/10 - 05/23/10

Pay

Contact for Details

Seeking a local-Philadelphia-non-union Stage Manager for GIRLS NIGHT: The Musical, running at the Innovation Studio at the Kimmel Center from 4/20 through 5/23. Girls Night is a 5-woman musical with 14 musical numbers. Rehearsals begin 3/30. Duties include running rehearsals, recording blocking, setting props, and calling performances which includes running a Hog II lighting console. ...

Contact

Jennifer Kules

Technical Director

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http://www.girlsnightthemusical.com

(312) 519-5300

Business Address

New York City, NY 10010

Posted: 03/11/2010 13:02:03 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 18:00 EST

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Bay View Music Festival
Bay View, MI
LAST MINUTE

Expires: 09/11/10

Pay

$2,000.00 flat fee

Bay View Music Festival (bayviewfestival.org) seeking fun, laid-back costume assistant/stitcher for summer festival. Room and Board included. Gorgeous setting - two shows.
Wizard of Oz (RSC), Mozart's MAGIC FLUTE.
please use contact email.Thanks

Contact

Paul Nelson

Director of Theatre Arts

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(845) 337-0114

Business Address

Encampment Ave

Bay View, MI 49770

Posted: 03/11/2010 12:44:35 EST

Last Updated: 03/11/2010 16:00 EST

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