DESCRIPTION:
The Obsidian Theatre Festival, produced by GhostLight Productions, Inc. and Nicely Theatre Group, is CALLING ALL DIRECTORS for its sophomore presentation.
ABOUT:
The Obsidian Theatre Festival (OTF) is a new and invigorating celebration of Black stories featuring the work of prolific emerging Black voices, and illuminating the rich diversity of experiences relevant to the African diaspora in America.
Our team seeks to normalize the panoply of Black American culture through an inclusive, color conscious lens. We are dedicated to the exploration of universal themes, and acknowledgment of the ways in which intersecting identities shape the world in which we live.
Returning for our second season, we believe art is most impactful when artists bring the fullness of their identities and experiences to their work; and we actively encourage creativity in thought, storytelling and casting by asking the following:
How do stories shift if the established ideas of a character’s gender identity, ethnicity, disability, skin color, height, weight, and/or sexual orientation are challenged?
What layers of meaning and depth, if any, are brought to the surface in this exploration?
How does an imaginative, out of the box creative process push back against, or reinforce existing social structures?
The Obsidian Theatre Festival accepts applicants of every identity, and does not discriminate on the basis of identity, including but not limited to: race, creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status, sexual orientation, religion, HIV serostatus, disability, height, weight, veteran status, marital status, or economic class.
The Obsidian Theatre Festival will be presented in 3 parts
OTF Main Stage: Featuring full-length productions that examine the diversity of the black experience.
Musical Theatre Showcase: Offering staged readings of new musicals, highlighting an important step in the development of new work.
Obsidian Cabaret: Featuring national renowned artists in an intimate evening of music and storytelling.
For more information about The Obsidian Theatre Festival please visit
www.obsidianfest.org
LOCATION: Detroit, MI
SEEKING:
Stage Director’s with experience in Theatre, Musical Theatre and/or Multimedia. BIPOC artists are strongly encouraged to submit.
Directors for the Obsidian Theatre Festival will be selected to oversee the artistic vision of a new work, including working closely with the Producing Artistic Director and Associate Artistic Director/Resident Director throughout the process (from casting to curtain.)
A candidate who is flexible, strategic and able to work in a collaborative space.
Directors will be selected based on their experience to oversee one (or more) pieces in the dedicated areas (OTF Main Stage, MT Showcase or Obsidian Cabaret.)
Candidates within close proximity to Detroit Metro area are strongly preferred
QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong organizational, leadership and mentoring skills
Outstanding deductive reasoning and ability to prioritize varying tasks.
Skilled in communicating clearly, with tact and discretion, as well as maintaining confidentiality.
Able to coordinate timely responses between internal departments.
Be able to work closely with the Production Stage Manager and Musical Director (if applicable) to plan and execute the rehearsal schedule.
Experience maintaining relationships with artists and stagehands.
Ability to collaborate with production on design elements, while being cognizant of budget limitations.
Excellent written and communication skills.
Must be able to work along with the playwright, composer and/or lyricist in developing the script for production
High level of computer proficiency with knowledge of Google Suite.
Previous experiences with the following are a plus:
Click Up or similar task management programs
Frame IO
COVID-19 Safety standards
SCHEDULE:
The Obsidian Theatre Festival’s Directors will be intimately involved in the casting, design and rehearsal of selected works. Casting is anticipated in late February/March with live performances from June 23rd-26th in Detroit, MI and culminating in live stream virtual productions. Rehearsals will be hybrid. Auditions will be electronic and via Zoom. The first couple weeks of rehearsals will be held virtually and we will be in person thereafter.
Estimated workload averages 10-15 hours per week prior to rehearsal weeks and 20-25 hours during rehearsal weeks.
Tentative Dates
Interviews: Beginning February 14th
Auditions: March 1st-April 1st
Development (if applicable): May 16th-May 25th
Virtual Rehearsal: May 31st
In Person Rehearsal: June 13th
Tech: June 20th
Performance: June 23rd-June 26th
SAFETY:
We are committed to the health and safety of all of our artists, employees, and guests. In order to maintain the safest environment possible, all Obsidian Theatre Festival staff, artists, creative teams, crews, and ushers are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid 19 (both rounds of vaccinations and the booster shot.) The only exception to mandatory vaccination is providing a physician note due to a qualifying disability or a statement of religious exemption.
COMPENSATION:
Commensurate with experience and the scope of the project. Stipend Range: $750 - $2,000.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Email your resume, where you are currently located, cover letter and portfolio of previous work to GM@ghostlightinc.com. Also, indicate your preference of which programming you are interested in directing (OTF Main Stage, MT Showcase, Obsidian Cabaret or all the above.)
In the subject line please label as followed: Director Submission - Your First And Last Name.
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