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Scroll below for job listings, auditions, internships and more! The Playhouse offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(K), paid vacation and much more. The Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to enhancing the diversity of its staff. Applicants from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Thank you for your interest.
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is an equal opportunity employer and encourages inquiries about this position from a broad spectrum of candidates reflecting the diversity of the community we serve.
Job Openings
Tony Award-winning regional Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is accepting resumes for an AEA Stage Manager for the 2020/2021 season.
Candidates will be considered for show by show contracts for our LORT B and LORT D venues and may be considered for multiple shows within our 2020/2021 season.
A minimum of 5 years experience is required and candidates must be able to relocate permanently to the Cincinnati area following one year in the position.
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusivity in all areas of its work, both on and offstage. Qualified individuals who bring diverse perspectives and life experiences to the workplace are especially encouraged to apply.
To apply: Please email cover letter, current resume and three references to Jenifer Morrow, Production Stage Manager, Jenifer.morrow@cincyplay.com, and Andrea Shell, Stage Manager, andrea.shell@cincyplay.com.
Tony Award-winning regional Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is accepting resumes for AEA Assistant Stage Managers for the 2020/2021 season.
Candidates will be considered for show by show contracts for our LORT B and LORT D venues.
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusivity in all areas of its work, both on and offstage. Qualified individuals who bring diverse perspectives and life experiences to the workplace are especially encouraged to apply.
To apply: Please email cover letter, current resume and three references to Jenifer Morrow, Production Stage Manager, Jenifer.morrow@cincyplay.com, and Andrea Shell, Stage Manager, andrea.shell@cincyplay.com.
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park seeks camp counselors for our Summer Theatre Day Camp. Counselors help facilitate all aspects of camp, including serving as role models who assist and motivate campers. Throughout the day counselors facilitate their group's activities including check-in and check-out, proctor student breaks, and support Teaching Artists as teaching assistants during classes. Ideal candidates have completed or are working towards a college degree, have experience working with children and are enthusiastic about teaching theatre to youth. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Group Leader for one group each week or floater as needed
• Lead morning warm-up and afternoon group activities
• Escort students to each class & assist Teaching Artists during classes
• Proctor all student breaks and lunch
• Provide assistance with room and administrative prep
• Coach students one-on-one
• Support students in the Launchpad Accessibility program as guided
• Perform other duties as assigned
Orientation/Prep Week: May 26 – May 29, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Camp dates: June 1 – July 31 (off the week of June 29 - July 3)
Locations:
• Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
• Evendale Performance Center
• Pogo Play
• Mason Community Center / Middle School
Note: Counselors must be able to provide transportation to and from any location and must be flexible and able to move to a different location if needed by the camp administrative team.
Camp Hours: Shifts will be assigned between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5:45 p.m. (subject to change depending on needs of location)
Pay Rate: $10/hour
COMPETENCIES
• Experience working with children, working in a large group setting preferred
• Experience with administrative processes preferred
• Currently attending college, graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree, or commensurate experience
• Good email communication skills
• Experience with customer service
• Organized and able to solve problems quickly and positively
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds
• Speaking
and hearing are essential to the communication needs of the position
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential duties.
While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, it is not necessarily exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, requirements or expectations of this position. Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park reserves the right to revise or amend this description based on business needs or changes to the work environment.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
To apply:
Please send a resume and three references to Ariana Moses, Associate Director of Education and Community Engagement at ariana.moses@cincyplay.com. No calls please.
Deadline to apply: March 27, 2020
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park seeks an Assistant Camp Coordinator for our 2020 Summer Theatre Day Camp. The Site Leader oversees the facilitation of all aspects of the day to day of camp including; check-in and check-out, basic parent communication, materials and room prep, implementing the staff break plan, and class rotations. She/he is instrumental in creating and maintaining a positive and exciting camp environment. Ideal candidates have completed or are working towards a college degree, have experience working with children and are enthusiastic about summer camps. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Maintain all paperwork including check-in/out sheets, name tags and group rosters for each week
• Direct parent communication during camp
• Oversee daily check-in/out process
• Process and turn in all injury reports
• Oversee the set-up and strike of classrooms each week
• Implement break and class rotation schedule
• Trouble
shoot challenges as they come up
• Perform other duties as assigned
Training/Prep Week: May 18 – May 29, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park (Off on May 25 for Memorial Day Holiday)
Camp dates: June 1 - June 26, 2020 and July 6 - 31
Locations:
• Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
• Evendale Performance Center
• Pogo Play
• Mason Community Center / Middle School
Note: Site Leaders must be able to provide transportation to and from any location and must be flexible and able to move to a different location if needed by the camp administration team.
Camp Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pay Rate: $12/hour
COMPETENCIES
• Experience working with children, working in a large group setting preferred
• Experience with administrative processes preferred
• Currently attending college, graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree, or commensurate experience
• Good email communication skills
• Experience with customer service
• Organized and able to solve problems quickly and positively
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds
• Speaking
and hearing are essential to the communication needs of the position
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential duties.
While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, it is not necessarily exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, requirements or expectations of this position. Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park reserves the right to revise or amend this description based on business needs or changes to the work environment.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
To apply:
Please send a resume and three references to Ariana Moses, Associate Director of Education and Community Engagement at ariana.moses@cincyplay.com. No calls please.
Deadline to apply: March 27, 2020
Auditions
Child Actor Auditions
A Christmas Carol
Once on This Island
Auditions: June 29, 2019
Callback Auditions: June 30, 2019
Each year we hold auditions for children interested in performing in our production of A Christmas Carol, presented by First Financial Bank. Nine area children are cast to fill speaking and non-speaking parts in the show. Roles are available for boys and girls 8 to 13 years old. Additionally, the part of Tiny Tim requires a boy who is 6 to 8 years old. To be eligible, children must not turn 14 before Dec. 31 of that year. Children of all races and ethnicities are encouraged to audition. Children are asked to prepare very short 30-second or one-minute long monologue, poem or story with a British accent. Callbacks occur the next day with readings from the play.
For Once on This Island, we will audition girls for Little Ti Moune. The role calls for a young actress of Black/African descent, who is 9 to 12 years old and is energetic, confident, funny and sweet. She must have a strong vocal range of E Flat above C to D Flat 2 above C. Auditioners should prepare a short 1-minute monologue or poem and a short 16-32 measure song to sing. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring in sheet music.
Interested children must be available for all rehearsals of the production, most of which are scheduled around school hours. Children must also be available for all performances, which are scheduled Tuesdays through Sundays and include some weekday student and public matinees. Performance dates are available for A Christmas Carol and for Once on This Island. All roles receive compensation. All auditions will be held at the Playhouse, located in Eden Park at the edge of Mt. Adams.
Annual Local Equity Principal Auditions
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park holds Equity Principal Auditions onsite once each season. We see Equity members and Equity Membership Candidates. Non-union/Non-EMC actors are asked to submit their photo and resume. No video submissions accepted.
Please check back soon for information about the 2020-21 auditions.
Equity Actors (Members of Actors' Equity Association)
The majority of casting takes place in New York City through Stephanie Klapper Casting. However, local Equity performers may send a picture and resume to Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Attn: Casting, 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
Alternatively, submissions can be sent electronically via email to auditions@cincyplay.com. Your resume should be either in a Word or a PDF format and your headshot should be saved as a JPEG or TIF file.
Non-Equity Actors
Non-Equity actors are asked to submit photos and resumes via email to auditions@cincyplay.com. Your resume should be in either a Word or PDF format and your headshot should be saved as a JPEG or TIF file.
Internships
The Bruce E. Coyle Stage Management Internship Program
In order to further the development of the next generation of American stage managers, the Tony Award-winning Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park supports one of the nation's most respected internship programs. The program is named in honor of Bruce E. Coyle, a production stage manager and essential member of the Playhouse family for more than 20 years.
The Playhouse will accept applications between Jan. 15 and March 1, 2020, for stage management interns for its 2020-21 season. Contracts are for the entire production season but vary from the end of July 2020 through early June 2021. Interns work with AEA stage managers to prepare for and run rehearsals and performances. A weekly salary, but no housing, is provided. EMC points are available for some assignments. Candidates must have good knowledge of stage management techniques and rehearsal/performance processes and have a positive work attitude. A degree in stage management is preferable. To apply, send a cover letter, resume and three letters of recommendation or references (with email addresses) to jenifer.morrow@cincyplay.com or send by mail to:
Jenifer Morrow, Production Stage Manager
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
962 Mt. Adams Circle
Cincinnati, OH 45202
The Bruce E. Coyle Acting Internship Program
The Playhouse's Bruce E. Coyle Acting Internship Program is committed to fostering the development of emerging actors in order to help them create a solid foundation on which to build a sustainable career as an artist. The acting internship supports young artists as they learn to acclimate to the world of professional theatre and the approach necessary when choosing to make acting a job versus an enrichment experience.
To learn more about this program, visit the Acting Internship Program page.