Long Wharf Theatre Seeks Applicants For Its 2011-12 Next Stage Program

Long Wharf Theatre is seeking applicants for its 2011-12 Next Stage program, an innovative residency program for early career theatrical professionals.

Long Wharf Theatre has a long history of launching the careers of young artists through its Next Stage program, the theatre's early career development program. The Next Stage program is dedicated to engaging and employing a new generation of diverse theatre artists, administrators and leaders. The Next Stage Program is divided into two groups: Residents and Interns. Both groups work among professionals to learn from hands-on experience.

The deadline for resident applications for the 2011-12 season is April 1, 2011. To apply, fill out a resident application or an intern application found at http://www.longwharf.org/the-next-stage-program, write a statement of purpose not exceeding one page, include a current resume, and provide a list of three references or three letters of recommendation. Due to the high volume of applicants, when mailing applications, all materials including references must be submitted in ONE package. Materials sent separately will be discarded.

Completed application packets should be mailed to Next Stage Program, Long Wharf Theatre, 222 Sargent Dr., New Haven, CT, 06511.

RESIDENTS WILL RECEIVE

Weekly Stipend of $100 for a seasonal, full-time position
Housing (including utilities)
Complimentary tickets to all Long Wharf Theatre productions
Networking opportunities with practicing theatre professionals
Invitations to all general staff functions
Mentors from within the staff
Job placement assistance
The opportunity to work on Discovery Day and a Theatre for Young Audiences production to showcase their talent.
RESIDENT POSITIONS

STAGE MANAGEMENT RESIDENT

The Stage Management Resident will be involved in as many of our 6 productions next season as possible, schedule permitting. They will assist both resident and in-coming stage management staff with a wide variety of office work, show work, and visiting artist hospitality. Though the schedule is demanding, this residency will allow you to work with as many as 100 visiting actors, directors, and designers from all over the country.

ARTISTIC RESIDENT

Each resident will assist directors during rehearsals of two to three productions as well as take part in the day-to-day activities of a busy artistic/literary office, casting, and play readings on- and off-site. Literary and dramaturgical duties include: creating actor packets, audience guides, and program notes; soliciting and evaluating scripts; database maintenance; and lobby exhibits. As part of Long Wharf's audience engagement initiative, residents will also assist with and facilitate post-play discussions.

EDUCATION RESIDENT

The Education Resident participates in the development, implementation and analysis of all educational programming which include: pre-show workshops and post-show talk-backs surrounding our student matinee series, teacher workshops, the creation of study guides and video study guides, opportunities to team-teach through the Long Wharf Theatre Studio, area school residencies, Educators' Laboratory Teacher Training Program, and special conferences.

COMPANY MANAGEMENT RESIDENT

This resident will gain experience working with the Company Manager to create a comfortable environment where actors and artists can work to their potential. The resident will learn how to think on their feet with an ever changing schedule and will be involved in such responsibilities as driving the actors to and from rehearsal and performance, inventory and upkeep of apartments according to Equity standards, and driving actors to medical appointments and the grocery store as the need arises. As the first face of the theatre the actors meet, a positive attitude and a sense of humor are important.

LIGHTING RESIDENT

This resident will work primarily with the Master Electrician in hanging and focusing, creation of special effects, assisting in the run of the show, board operation and the maintenance of lighting equipment.

SOUND RESIDENT

This resident will gain experience with the Sound Supervisor in areas of sound design, sound engineering, playback systems, equipment maintenance, sound editing, and will gain board operation experience on all Stage II shows.

COSTUME RESIDENT

The Costume Resident Program takes a "whole costumer" approach. While working with many of the nation's best designers, the Resident will learn a wide range of techniques and styles, improve stitching skills, work craft projects, research, fittings and attend technical rehearsals. The resident will be on the wardrobe crew for at least one show.

SCENERY RESIDENT

The Resident will work alongside professional carpenters on the build, load in and strike of each production. The Resident must have basic scenic carpentry skills and be comfortable using basic tools. Metal working skills are a plus, but not required and training is part of the residency. This resident will work alongside the staff Technical Director to be the Technical Director for the Next Stage Production. Computer drafting skills are a plus, but not required, Auto Cad preferred, but may also use Vector Works. This residency can be crafted to suit the individual including working with our staff Charge Scenic Artist.

PROPS RESIDENT

The Props Resident will work hands-on with the properties department in the construction, acquisition and crafting of all props for each production, including rehearsal props. Candidates should have basic understanding of the safe use of all basic power and hand tools, be able to lift furniture and possess a valid driver's license, with a clean driving record. The resident will work closely with staff artisans and carpenters, as well as designers, stage managers and directors.

THE NEXT STAGE INTERN PROGRAM

An intern is a part-time academic position that will receive either high school or college credit for their efforts. All intern positions are project-based positions. This means that an Intern will focus on a specific project, with a specific time frame, generally working part-time during the week, and for a short portion of the season. An Intern will be assigned to a specific department with which there is an appropriate need for that Intern. Please note that as housing is not provided, local applicants are preferred for internships.

INTERNS WILL RECEIVE:

Professional Hands-On Experience
Complimentary tickets to limited Long Wharf Theatre Productions
Networking opportunities with practicing theatre professionals
Invitations to most general staff functions
Career Counseling
INTERN POSITIONS THAT ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE 2011-2012 SEASON

Company Management
Development
Education
General Management
Literary
Marketing
Operations
Production
For all other questions, please email nextstage@longwharf.org.

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