internships

Saint Michael's Playhouse, now in its 66th season, has been named "One of the best regional theater companies in America" by the NYC Drama League and hailed by Yankee Magazine as "The Best of New England."

PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP         ADMINISTRATIVE INTERNSHIP

The theater offers a variety of internships for undergraduates, graduate students and young professionals with an interest in professional theatre. Interns are trained by and work alongside professional directors, designers, actors, stage managers and technicians. Some interns may be eligible to enroll in the Actors' Equity Membership Candidate Program.

Interns must complete an entire season's residency with the theater. Schedules are rigorous; interns work day and evening crews. Applicants must show a strong interest in furthering their professional development and a commitment to working in an equity stock theater.

The Playhouse is a professional Equity summer stock theater with a fully equipped, air-conditioned, 366-seat, proscenium theater built in 1975. The Playhouse produces four mainstage shows plus two children's shows each season and has been the professional theater company of Saint Michael's College since 1947.

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PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP

Candidates must be serious about training for a career in theater and must possess previously acquired skills in areas of theatrical production work. Internships are offered in the following departments: Carpentry, Scenic Painting, Props, Costumes, Electrics, Sound, Stage Management and General Production. General Productions Interns are assigned to various production departments throughout season. Duties will include daytime crews, evening running crews and  work on the children’s theater  productions.

Commitment
Candidates must commit to the entire Saint Michael’s Playhouse Production Internship Program. May 31 - August 11.

Housing and Stipend
$200 per week plus room and board.  All interns are housed in double dormitory rooms on the campus of Saint Michael’s College.  Dining Hall is adjacent to dormitory and the meal plan consists of 10 meals per week.  Interns have option of adding extra meals to the plan for an additional fee, paid by the intern directly to the dining service company.

How to apply for a Production Internship
 The screening and hiring process will begin upon receipt of applications. All applications and application materials must be received electronically. Click the button below and get busy.


PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP APPLICATION

Production Internship Questions?
Contact us by clicking here.

Note:
Applicants who have held Saint Michael's Playhouse internship positions in the past need not include letters of recommendation.

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ADMINISTRATIVE  INTERNSHIP

Candidates must be serious about training for a career in theater and must possess a desire to  work in a variety of arts administrative capacities including box office, house management, company management, marketing, and public relations. Responsibilities will also include production running crews (as needed) and assistance with strike and change-over. Administrative Interns may be assigned work on the Children’s Theater productions.

Commitment
Candidates must commit to the entire Saint Michael’s Playhouse Production Internship Program. May 31 - August 11.

Housing and Stipend
$200 per week plus room and board.  All interns are housed in double dormitory rooms on the campus of Saint Michael’s College.  Dining Hall is adjacent to dormitory and the meal plan consists of 10 meals per week.  Interns have option of adding extra meals to the plan for an additional fee, paid by the intern directly to the dining service company.

How to apply for an Administrative Internship
The screening and hiring process will begin upon receipt of applications. All applications and application materials must be received electronically. Click the button below and get busy.


ADMINISTRATIVE INTERNSHIP APPLICATION

Administrative Internship Questions?
Contact us by clicking here.

Note:
Applicants who have held Saint Michael's Playhouse internship positions in the past need not include letters of recommendation.

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