Join our Team
As the professional summer theatre at the University of Virginia, Virginia Theatre Festival is committed to telling diverse stories and to fostering an inclusive environment both onstage and off.
See below for our current full-time and seasonal job openings and scroll down for audition information too!
Full-Time Positions
Director of Production
The University of Virginia’s Department of Drama and Virginia Theatre Festival seek applicants for the position of Director of Production. This 12-month staff position reports to the Chair of the Drama Department and supervises 8 full-time production staff as well as 25+ seasonal positions. Responsibilities include planning, budgeting, scheduling, and overseeing all aspects of the technical theatrical elements for both Drama’s academic-year performances and VTF’s summer season. This will include oversight of scenic, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, and stage management and direct supervision of the staff supporting each area.
This position is a full-time, exempt-level, benefitted position with the University of Virginia, located in Charlottesville, VA. The anticipated salary range is $90,000-$95,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The position will remain open until filled. Review of applications begins February 3, 2025, with an anticipated start date of May 1, 2025
Click here for more information on the position and instructions on how to apply.
Seasonal Positions
VTF seeks talented theatre artists, technicians, and administrators from all backgrounds to support our 51st annual summer season in 2025. We are proud to offer employment opportunities for current college students, recent college graduates, and theatre professionals at all levels of experience.
Browse our current seasonal job openings below, and click on each position’s title below to view the job description, contract dates, and pay rate.
To Apply: Submit an Application Form HERE. Please also email your Resume (required), Cover Letter (required), Portfolio (recommended for Production positions), and Writing Sample (recommended for Admin positions) to vtfemployment@virginia.edu.
Note: a separate form submission is required for each position you wish apply to. If you are applying to multiple positions, please send only one resume and one cover letter listing all the positions you are interested in.
Administrative
Company Manager
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Company Manager for our Summer 2025 season to support the administrative staff with all aspects of managing a 90+ member company; serve as primary liaison between company members and staff; and ensure that both artistic and institutional goals are implemented and realized. This position reports to the Finance & Admin Director and will have the support of an Assistant Company Manager.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $20.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 20-July 31, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Serve as an integral leader in the experience of visiting artists and staff
- Act as point of contact for company members’ requests
- Coordinate bios for company members
- Assist with any company meetings and events
- Troubleshoot issues in a professional manner
- Supervise Assistant Company Manager
- Coordinate, arrange, and prepare company housing and transportation
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience & Skills
- Excellent customer service and communications skills
- Extreme attention to detail
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
- Possess a positive, cheerful, and professional demeanor with both patrons and co-workers
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with co-workers
- Capability to think critically and to make decisions
- Ability to remain calm under stressful situations
- Comfortable using technology
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Prior customer service experience
- Experience in theatrical production
- Familiarity with AEA and union protocols
- Valid Driver’s license
Assistant Company Manager
Part of VTF’s 2025 Arts Admin Cohort Team
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking an Assistant Company Manager for our Summer 2025 season to support the Company Manager and Administrative staff with all aspects of managing a 90+ member company, and ensure that both artistic and institutional goals are implemented and realized. This position will also be part of VTF’s Arts Admin Cohort and receive cross training in box office, front of house, and marketing roles in order support a wide range of administrative needs during the summer season. More info about the Cohort can be found below. This position reports to the Finance & Admin Director.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
About The Arts Admin Cohort
VTF is excited to introduce its inaugural Arts Admin Cohort in 2025! This experiential and intensive program will focus on the development and training of future theatre and arts administrative talent. The Cohort will gain unique experience and skill development in all aspects involved in producing a professional summer theatre season. The team will consist of six seasonal administrative staff members. Each member of the cohort will serve as a lead in their assigned area, while also receiving cross training across arts administrative areas (including marketing, box office, front of house, concessions, and company management), in order to support a wide range of administrative needs during the summer season. Cohort members will also participate in professional development during their contract, such as lunch-and-learns with University and industry professionals, and will have access to mentorship and job shadowing opportunities within the VTF Company. Questions about the program? Reach out to VTF Managing Director Jenny Mays at jmays@virginia.edu.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 20-July 31, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 35 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Support the experience of visiting artists and staff
- Support Company Manager with requests from company members
- Assist Company Manager in coordinating bios for company members
- Assist with company meetings and events
- Coordinate, arrange, and prepare company housing and transportation
- Troubleshoot issues in a professional manner
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience & Skills
- Extreme attention to detail
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
- Ability to work both independently and together with co-workers
- Capability to think critically and to make decisions
- Ability to remain calm under stressful situations
- Comfortable using technology
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Prior customer service experience
- Experience in theatrical production
- Familiarity with AEA and union protocols
- Valid Driver’s license
Box Office Lead
Part of VTF’s 2025 Arts Admin Cohort Team
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking two Box Office Leads for our Summer 2025 season to provide customer service, cash and credit card handling, and ticketing services for our season’s productions. This position will also be part of VTF’s Arts Admin Cohort and receive cross training in company management, front of house, and marketing roles in order support a wide range of administrative needs during the summer season. More info about the Cohort can be found below. These positions report to the Operations Director.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
About The Arts Admin Cohort
VTF is excited to introduce its inaugural Arts Admin Cohort in 2025! This experiential and intensive program will focus on the development and training of future theatre and arts administrative talent. The Cohort will gain unique experience and skill development in all aspects involved in producing a professional summer theatre season. The team will consist of six seasonal administrative staff members. Each member of the cohort will serve as a lead in their assigned area, while also receiving cross training across arts administrative areas (including marketing, box office, front of house, concessions, and company management), in order to support a wide range of administrative needs during the summer season. Cohort members will also participate in professional development during their contract, such as lunch-and-learns with University and industry professionals, and will have access to mentorship and job shadowing opportunities within the VTF Company. Questions about the program? Reach out to VTF Managing Director Jenny Mays at jmays@virginia.edu.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 20-July 28, 2025
Work Schedule – These positions will work 35 hours/week in variable schedules and are eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Receive and process ticket orders in person, over the phone, and through the mail, using a computerized ticketing system (Tessitura).
- Maintain knowledge of the VTF Season and associated events.
- Collect complete and accurate data from customers.
- Troubleshoot customer issues in a professional manner.
- Process day-of ticket orders and assist with will-call distribution at the door of performances for evening and weekend events.
- Reconcile daily sales.
- Answer patron questions about the productions, theatres, etc.
- Answer patron questions about their ticket order.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Experience & Skills
- Excellent customer service and communications skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
- Ability to remain calm under stressful situations.
- Ability to work as a team
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Prior sales and customer service experience.
- Experience handling cash, processing credit cards, and reconciling sales.
House Management Lead
Part of VTF’s 2025 Arts Admin Cohort Team
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a House Management Lead for our Summer 2025 season to provide house management, volunteer usher training, ticket scanning, and audiences services support for our season’s productions. This position will also be part of VTF’s Arts Admin Cohort and receive cross training in box office, company management, and marketing roles in order support a wide range of administrative needs during the summer season. More info about the Cohort can be found below. This position reports to the Operations Director.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
About The Arts Admin Cohort
VTF is excited to introduce its inaugural Arts Admin Cohort in 2025! This experiential and intensive program will focus on the development and training of future theatre and arts administrative talent. The Cohort will gain unique experience and skill development in all aspects involved in producing a professional summer theatre season. The team will consist of six seasonal administrative staff members. Each member of the cohort will serve as a lead in their assigned area, while also receiving cross training across arts administrative areas (including marketing, box office, front of house, concessions, and company management), in order to support a wide range of administrative needs during the summer season. Cohort members will also participate in professional development during their contract, such as lunch-and-learns with University and industry professionals, and will have access to mentorship and job shadowing opportunities within the VTF Company. Questions about the program? Reach out to VTF Managing Director Jenny Mays at jmays@virginia.edu.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 20-July 28, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 35 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Prepare theater and lobby space for performance by checking the theater space, restrooms, concessions areas, and lobby floors to ensure cleanliness.
- Set up ticket scanners prior to event.
- Restock playbill inventory.
- Receive seat count from Box Office Manager.
- Prepare volunteer ushers and concessions workers for the show including training new ushers, concessions workers, and assigning positions.
- Open house at the appropriate time in concert with the Stage Manager.
- Communicate with Stage Manager to start the show and end intermission.
- Stand post in the lobby during the performance to monitor traffic from the street and oversee facility security.
- Respond to emergencies by following the emergency plan.
- Oversee the reset of the space after the performance, including collecting refuse from the theaters.
- Complete a performance report form and submit it to the Operations Director after the performance including attendance report..
Required Experience & Skills
- Background in customer service, event staff, and/or crowd management.
- Must be a positive and energetic person who loves theater and would like to be a part of a tight knit team.
Concessions Lead
Part of VTF’s 2025 Arts Admin Cohort Team
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Concessions Lead for our Summer 2025 season to provide house management, volunteer usher training, ticket scanning, and audiences services support for our season’s productions. This position will also be part of VTF’s Arts Admin Cohort and receive cross training in box office, front of house, company management, and marketing roles in order support a wide range of administrative needs during the summer season. More info about the Cohort can be found below. This position reports to the Assistant Business Manager.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
About The Arts Admin Cohort
VTF is excited to introduce its inaugural Arts Admin Cohort in 2025! This experiential and intensive program will focus on the development and training of future theatre and arts administrative talent. The Cohort will gain unique experience and skill development in all aspects involved in producing a professional summer theatre season. The team will consist of six seasonal administrative staff members. Each member of the cohort will serve as a lead in their assigned area, while also receiving cross training across arts administrative areas (including marketing, box office, front of house, concessions, and company management), in order to support a wide range of administrative needs during the summer season. Cohort members will also participate in professional development during their contract, such as lunch-and-learns with University and industry professionals, and will have access to mentorship and job shadowing opportunities within the VTF Company. Questions about the program? Reach out to VTF Managing Director Jenny Mays at jmays@virginia.edu.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 20-July 28, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 35 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Prepare theater and lobby space for performance by checking the theater space, restrooms, concessions areas, and lobby floors to ensure cleanliness.
- Prepare volunteer concessions workers for the show including training concessions workers and assigning positions.
- Maintain security of concessions stock.
- Operate the concessions point of sale system.
- Respond to emergencies by following the emergency plan.
- Oversee the reset of the space after the performance, including cleaning concessions area and restocking inventory.
- Complete a performance report form and submit it to the Operations Director after the performance including concessions inventory totals.
Required Experience & Skills
- Background in customer service, event staff, and/or crowd management.
- Must be a positive and energetic person who loves theater and would like to be a part of a tight knit team.
Marketing Lead
Part of VTF’s 2025 Arts Admin Cohort Team
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Marketing Lead for our Summer 2025 season to support the social media presence for our season’s productions. This position will also be part of VTF’s Arts Admin Cohort and receive cross training in box office, front of house, and company management in order support a wide range of administrative needs during the summer season. More info about the Cohort can be found below. This position reports to the Marketing and Communications Manager.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
About The Arts Admin Cohort
VTF is excited to introduce its inaugural Arts Admin Cohort in 2025! This experiential and intensive program will focus on the development and training of future theatre and arts administrative talent. The Cohort will gain unique experience and skill development in all aspects involved in producing a professional summer theatre season. The team will consist of six seasonal administrative staff members. Each member of the cohort will serve as a lead in their assigned area, while also receiving cross training across arts administrative areas (including marketing, box office, front of house, concessions, and company management), in order to support a wide range of administrative needs during the summer season. Cohort members will also participate in professional development during their contract, such as lunch-and-learns with University and industry professionals, and will have access to mentorship and job shadowing opportunities within the VTF Company. Questions about the program? Reach out to VTF Managing Director Jenny Mays at jmays@virginia.edu.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 20-July 28, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 35 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- In coordination with the Marketing Manager, Managing Director, and Publicist, develop VTF’s in-season social media plan in line with productions and artistic vision
- Engage with company members from previous years and community partners through social media to increase brand awareness
- Create, post/schedule social media content to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn
- Create e-newsletter content including promotional copy and polished graphics
- In coordination with the Marketing Manager, log and track social metrics and create paid advertisement plans
- Engage collaboratively with Arts Admin Cohort members to creatively publicize the VTF season, including implementing targeted marketing email campaigns, distributing posters and flyers, and representing VTF publicly at community events
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience & Skills
- Highly proficient with creating and posting content on social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and other platforms
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
- Possess a positive, cheerful, and professional demeanor
- Ability to work both independently and together with colleagues
- Comfortable using technology, such as Canva, Microsoft Excel, and WordPress
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Experience joining rehearsal rooms, getting to know actors, directors, stage managers, and designers and creating content around production
- Prior experience creating theatre or business social media content, including filming and editing video content
Artistic
Assistant Director
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking an Assistant Director for our Summer 2025 season to support the Director of our season’s musical production. This position reports to the Artistic Director and Director.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment. Experience in theatre is not required.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-June 27, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Assist the Director as needed.
- Attend and take notes at all rehearsals.
- Communicate regularly with the Director regarding the progress of the production
- Collaborate with the creative team
- Attend all production and design meetings
- Run special rehearsals if requested
- Attend and assist with auditions and call-backs
- Perform research on the production as requested
Required Experience & Skills
- Extreme attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
- Ability to work both independently and together with co-workers
- Capability to think critically and to make decisions
- Ability to remain calm under stressful situations
- Comfortable using technology
Costumes
Costume Design Assistant
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Costume Design Assistant for our Summer 2025 season to support the build, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Costume Shop Manager.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $17.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 21-July 11, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Assist the Costume Designer(s) in pulling, sourcing, and restocking
- Assist with any rental needs
- Attend all fittings and takes notes
- Attend Production Meetings as needed
- Create shop bible for each show
- Create show paperwork as needed
- Attend Crew Watch/Designer Run, all Tech and Dress Rehearsals
- Take notes as needed at all Tech and Dress Rehearsals
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience & Skills
- Experience with costume design
- Strong communication skills
- Highly organized
- Ability to work with various personalities
- Computer competency, including but not limited to Microsoft Word and Excel
- Paperwork competency
- Able to work independently
First Hand
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a First Hand for our Summer 2025 season to support the build of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Costume Shop Manager.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $20.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 21-June 27, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Assist Cutter/Draper with cutting, pattern making, stitching, and alterations of assigned costume elements
- Supervise stitchers in the sewing and construction of assigned costume elements
- Pattern layout and fabric cutting according to instructions given by the Cutter/Draper
- Prepare construction work for Staff Stitcher and Stitchers
- Complete hand and finish work as assigned
- Assist in costume fittings, including taking notes and assisting with fit and pinning, as needed
- Maintain a clean and safe workspace
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience & Skills
- Experience working with theatrical costumes
- Experience with pattern cutting
- Some pattern drafting/pattern correction experience
- Experience with domestic and industrial sewing machines and sergers
- Knowledge and experience in a variety of costume construction techniques and materials
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a wide variety of coworkers at different levels of skill and knowledge
Staff Stitcher
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Staff Stitcher for our Summer 2025 season to support the build of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Costume Shop Manager.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $19.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-June 27, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Assist First Hand with cutting, stitching, and alterations of assigned costume elements
- Supervise Stitchers in the sewing and construction of assigned costume elements
- Pattern layout and fabric cutting according to instructions given by the First Hand
- Prepare construction work for Stitchers
- Complete hand and finish work as assigned
- Maintain a clean and safe workspace
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience & Skills
- Experience working with theatrical costumes
- Experience with pattern cutting
- Experience with domestic and industrial sewing machines and sergers
- Knowledge and experience in a variety of costume construction techniques and materials
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a wide variety of coworkers at different levels of skill and knowledge
- Knowledge and experience in a variety of costume construction techniques and materials
Stitcher/Wardrobe
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking three Stitcher/Wardrobe positions for our Summer 2025 season to support the build, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. These positions report to the Costume Shop Manager.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-July 21, 2025 (contract lengths may vary)
Work Schedule - These positions will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and are eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Construct and alter costumes under the direction of the Cutter/Draper, First Hand, and/or Staff Stitcher
- Complete all assigned projects in an efficient, timely, and safe manner
- Complete hand and finish work as assigned
- Maintain a clean and safe workspace
- Other duties as assigned
- Check-in and check-out costumes during performances
- Assist actors with costumes, hair, wig, and makeup styling as needed
- Pre-set costume pieces for performances as needed
- Perform quick changes during performances as needed
- Complete performance laundry
- Perform emergency repairs during performances
- Attend all Crew Watch, Tech, Dress Rehearsals, and Strike
Required Experience & Skills
- At least one year of theatrical sewing
- Experience working wardrobe
- Experience with domestic and industrial sewing machines and sergers
- Proficient in hand and machine sewing techniques
- Ability to follow directions
- A willingness to learn and adapt to shop techniques and policies
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a wide variety of coworkers at different levels of skill and knowledge
Wardrobe Supervisor
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Wardrobe Supervisor for our Summer 2025 season to support our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Costume Shop Manager.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $19.00/hour
Contract Dates - June 9-July 30, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Act as liaison between the wardrobe crew and the costume shop
- Coordinate the care, management, and organization of costumes during performances
- Supervise and participate in wardrobe operations during performances
- Choreograph and execute quick changes as needed
- Create paperwork for quick changes, backstage tracking, and laundry as needed
- Supervise laundry and stain removal during performances
- Supervise pre-setting of costume pieces as needed
- Attend production meetings and rehearsals as needed
- Maintenance and repairs of costumes once the show is open
- Attend all Tech, Dress Rehearsals, Performances, and Strike
- Maintain clean and safe dressing rooms
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience & Skills
- At least 2 years of backstage costume experience
- Experience supervising others
- Paperwork competency
- Problem solving skills
- Highly organized
- Ability to work nights and weekends during performances
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a wide variety of coworkers at different levels of skill and knowledge
Lighting
Assistant Head Electrician
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking an Assistant Head Electrician for our Summer 2025 season to support the installation, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Lighting Supervisor.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $19.00/hour
Contract Dates - June 2-July 27, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Assist the Lighting Supervisor in the execution of all lighting designs and day-to-day operations
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized electrics working environment
- Assist with hang, circuiting, focus, maintenance, and strike of fixtures for all productions
- Assist with the installation of practicals, atmospheric, and special effects if required
- Help to maintain lighting inventory, including but not limited to intelligent LED fixtures and moving lights
- Program and operate EOS family lighting consoles for productions
- Work on special projects as assigned
Required Experience & Skills
- Experience managing teams of 2-6 people
- Knowledge of conventional dimming and lighting fixtures maintenance and operation
- Ability to interpret lighting paperwork
- Knowledge of electricity, wiring, and soldering
- Knowledge of basic rigging
- Ability to work on ladders, in lifts, at heights of up to 30+ ft. and in a fly loft grid
- Ability to safely lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to climb and carry ladders, kneel, crouch, and work with hands in any direction
- Basic math skills
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Knowledge of EOS family lighting consoles
- Knowledge of Lightwright and Vectorworks
- Knowledge of intelligent LED fixtures, moving fixtures, and scrollers
Electrician
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking three Electricians for our Summer 2025 season to support the installation, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. These positions report to the Lighting Supervisor.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - June 2-July 27, 2025 (contract lengths may vary)
Work Schedule - These positions will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and are eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Assist the Lighting Supervisor in the execution of all lighting designs
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized electrics working environment
- Assist with hang, circuiting, focus, maintenance, and strike of fixtures for all productions
- Assist with the installation of practicals, atmospheric, and special effects if required
- Help to maintain lighting inventory, including but not limited to intelligent LED fixtures and moving lights
- Program and operate EOS family lighting consoles for productions
- Work on special projects as assigned
Required Experience & Skills
- Knowledge of conventional dimming and lighting fixtures maintenance and operation
- Ability to interpret lighting paperwork
- Knowledge of electricity, wiring, and soldering
- Knowledge of basic rigging
- Ability to work on ladders, in lifts, at heights of up to 30+ ft. and in a fly loft grid
- Ability to safely lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to climb and carry ladders, kneel, crouch, and work with hands in any direction
- Basic math skills
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Knowledge of EOS family lighting consoles
- Knowledge of Lightwright and Vectorworks
- Knowledge of intelligent LED fixtures, moving fixtures, and scrollers
Production
Production Manager
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Production Manager for our Summer 2025 season to support the execution of all production operations. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Artistic Director.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $30.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 20-July 31, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Run all production-related meetings and monitor progress of each production/shop.
- Manage season and show production calendar.
- Oversee room/theatre schedules to meet the needs of rehearsals, tech, and shops.
- Liaise between admin/artistic leadership & shop heads.
- Check in regularly with shop heads to assist with logistics of shops and to support individual shop needs, includes scheduling crews, answering questions, solving problems, identify solutions, help set priorities/goals, etc.
- Work with Artistic Director, Managing Director, and Operations Director to cultivate and promote a safe working environment in accordance with current health and safety regulations and best theater practice.
- Verify and uphold VTF's compliance with local and national collective bargaining agreements.
- Direct reports include: PSMs, ASMs, and cast.
Required Experience & Skills
- Previous experience in production management at the university or professional level
- Ability to work under pressure while attending to the needs of multiple constituents
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Safety awareness and prioritization
- Keen eye and ear for detail
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve conflicts
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related equivalents
Props
Props Artisan
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Props Artisan for our Summer 2025 season to support the build, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Props Shop Manager.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-July 11, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Perform skilled artisan work using a variety of materials related to the construction of theatrical props
- Collaborate with the Props Manager on the planning, build, modifications and repairs for all hand props and prop furniture for our productions with an emphasis on quality and safety
- Assist the Props Manager in maintaining and coordinating prop shop and storage
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
Required Experience & Skills
- Hand and machine sewing skills
- Experience with upholstery
- Painting and staining
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Furniture repair
- Prop construction
Props Carpenter
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Props Carpenter for our Summer 2025 season to support the build, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Props Shop Manager.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-July 11, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Perform skilled carpentry work using a variety of materials related to the construction of theatrical props
- Collaborate with the Props Manager on the planning, build, modifications and repairs for all hand props and prop furniture for our productions with an emphasis on quality and safety
- Assist the Props Manager in maintaining and coordinating prop shop and storage
- Ability to lift 50lbs
Required Experience & Skills
- Carpentry experience
- Metalworking experience
- Experience working with hand and power tools
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Furniture repair
- Prop construction
Scenic
Assistant Technical Director/Run Crew Chief
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking an Assistant Technical Director/Run Crew Chief for our Summer 2025 season to support the build, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Technical Director.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $19.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-July 30, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Create all backstage run crew tracks for scenery and props
- Schedule and manage scenery and props crew during technical rehearsals and production
- Serve on the run crew as needed
- Organize and maintain backstage spaces
- Assist with the build, load-in, and strike of scenic elements for the production
- Ensure safety of all backstage operations
Required Experience & Skills
- Ability to troubleshoot issues and effectively lead a crew
- Carpentry experience
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Safety awareness
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Carpenter/Run Crew
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking two Carpenters/Run Crew for our Summer 2025 season to support the build, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. These positions report to the Technical Director, Master Carpenter, and ATD/Run Crew Chief.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-July 18, 2025
Work Schedule - These positions will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and are eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Perform skilled carpentry work using a variety of materials related to the construction of theatrical scenery
- Assist with the planning, layout, construction, and installation of scenic projects while working closely with the Master Carpenter to ensure that the scenic elements of the productions are completed with an emphasis on quality and safety
- Serve on the run crew for all scheduled performances
Required Experience & Skills
- Carpentry experience
- Run crew experience
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
Carpenter/Welder
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Carpenter/Welder for our Summer 2025 season to support the build, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Technical Director, Master Carpenter, and ATD Run Crew Chief.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-July 25, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Perform skilled carpentry work using a variety of materials related to the construction of theatrical scenery
- Assist with the planning, layout, construction, and installation of scenic projects while working closely with the Master Carpenter to ensure that the scenic elements of the productions are completed with an emphasis on quality and safety
Required Experience & Skills
- Carpentry experience
- Welding experience
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
Charge Artist
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Charge Artist for our Summer 2025 season to support the build, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Technical Director.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $20.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-July 11, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Schedule and manage all paint needs for the season
- Ensure tools and equipment utilized in the shop are in safe working order
- Manage and track shop inventory (including paint, tools, brushes, etc.)
- Work with the Technical Director and Master Carpenter to schedule all aspects of scenic painting and finishing
- Ensure projects are completed on time for the production schedule
Required Experience & Skills
- Faux finishing, layout, and other related advanced scenic painting experience
- Material and time management experience
- Color mixing
- Ability to interpret renderings and elevations
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Lead Carpenter
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking two Lead Carpenters for our Summer 2025 season to support the build, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. These positions report to the Technical Director and ATD/Run Crew Chief.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $17.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-July 30, 2025 (contract lengths may vary)
Work Schedule - These positions will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and are eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Perform skilled carpentry work using a variety of materials related to the construction of theatrical scenery
- Assist with the planning, layout, construction, and installation of scenic projects while working closely with the ATD to ensure that the scenic elements of the productions are completed with an emphasis on quality and safety
- Lead the Carpenters as assigned for scenic build, load-in, and strike
- During the show run, work on shop projects as assigned
Required Experience & Skills
- Carpentry experience
- Welding experience
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
Painter
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking two Painters for our Summer 2025 season to support the build, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. These positions report to the Technical Director, Charge Artist, and ATD/Run Crew Chief.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - June 2-July 30, 2025 (contract lengths may vary)
Work Schedule - These positions will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and are eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Perform skilled scenic painting work using a variety of materials related to the painting and finishing of theatrical scenery
- Assist the paint charge in the operations of the paint shop during the build and strike of the shows
Required Experience & Skills
- Faux finishing, layout, and other related scenic painting experience
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
Sound
Sound Engineer
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Sound Engineer for our Summer 2025 season to support the installation, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Audio-Visual Specialist and A1.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $19.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-July 27, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Overseeing the setup and maintenance of sound system components (speakers, microphones, digital mixing boards, sound playback computers, etc.).
- Overseeing the setup and maintenance of intercoms, both wired and wireless.
- Operating sound effects playback during techs and performances.
- Troubleshooting broken equipment and basic repairs of cables and connectors.
- Coordinating with other departments to facilitate the realization of the overall design of the show.
- Supervising other members of the sound team when the Audio-Visual Manager is unavailable.
Required Experience & Skills
- Experience working on a digital mixing board
- Experience mixing music in a live context
- Ability to safely climb ladders, work on catwalks, and lift 50lbs.
- Understanding of basic rigging safety regarding hanging overhead speakers
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Experience designing or troubleshooting audio systems that involve mixing consoles, processors, power amplifiers, and speakers
- Experience working with OLab and Dante digital audio systems
Assistant Sound Engineer
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking an Assistant Sound Engineer for our Summer 2025 season to support the installation, run, and strike of our season’s productions. VTF will produce a three-show summer season. This position reports to the Audio-Visual Specialist and A1.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-July 25, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Assisting on the setup and maintenance of sound system components (speakers, microphones, digital mixing boards, sound playback computers, etc.)
- Assisting on the setup and maintenance of intercoms, both wired and wireless
- Operating sound effects playback during techs and performances
- Troubleshooting broken equipment and basic repairs of cables and connectors
- Coordinating with other departments to facilitate the realization of the overall design of the show
Required Experience & Skills
- Experience working on a digital mixing board
- Ability to safely climb ladders, work on catwalks, and lift 50lbs.
- Understanding of basic rigging safety regarding hanging overhead speakers
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Experience working with OLab and Dante digital audio systems
Stage Management
Assistant Stage Manager
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking an Assistant Stage Manager for our Summer 2025 season to support the rehearsal process and run of our season’s productions. This position reports to the Production Stage Manager and Production Manager.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $18.00/hour
Contract Dates - June 12-July 21, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Assist the Production Stage Manager through the rehearsal process and run of shows for one of our season’s productions
- Assist the Production Stage Manager in the development of show related paperwork and its implementation
- Set up and clean the space at the start and end of all rehearsals
- Take line notes and assist in developing blocking notes during the rehearsal process, deliver lines when necessary once performers are off book
- Act as the liaison between the backstage area and the Production Stage Manager during the technical process and the show’s run
- Help supervise the backstage area in tandem with the ATD Run Crew Chief and coordinate the proper placement of scenic and stage elements and props
- Occasionally fill in when necessary for the Production Stage Manager
Required Experience & Skills
- Previous experience in assistant stage management at the university or professional level
- Ability to work under pressure while attending to the needs of multiple constituents
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Safety awareness and prioritization
- Keen eye and ear for detail
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve conflicts
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related equivalents
Production Assistant
About This Position
Virginia Theatre Festival is seeking a Production Assistant, to be part of the Stage Management team for our Summer 2025 season to support the build, run, and strike of our season’s productions. This position reports to the Production Stage Manager and Production Manager.
Qualified candidates will possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills and the ability to organize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team situation. Every member of our company should always have a willingness to learn, as well as a commitment to a safe and equitable work environment.
Pay Rate - $15.00/hour
Contract Dates - May 27-July 21, 2025
Work Schedule - This position will work 40 hours/week in variable schedules and is eligible for overtime with managerial approval. Day, weekend, and evening hours required.
Housing - We provide housing within walking distance of our theatre for those employed from out of town.
Work Authorization Requirement - US work authorization is required.
Job Duties
- Assist the Stage Management team through the rehearsal process and run of shows for one (or more) of our season’s productions
- Assist the Stage Management team in the development of show related paperwork and its implementation
- Set up and clean the space at the start and end of all rehearsals
- Take line notes and assist in developing blocking notes during the rehearsal process, deliver lines when necessary once performers are off book
- Collect and distribute rehearsal and performance notes, generating detailed reports to effectively support the creative team and production staff
- Act as the liaison between the backstage area and the Stage Management team during the technical process and the show’s run
- Help supervise the backstage area in tandem with the ATD Run Crew Chief and coordinate the proper placement of scenic and stage elements and props
- Serve as a member of the run crew for tech and performances
- Occasionally fill in when necessary for the Stage Management team
Required Experience & Skills
- Previous experience in production support or stage management at the university or professional level
- Ability to work under pressure while attending to the needs of multiple constituents
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Safety awareness and prioritization
- Keen eye and ear for detail
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve conflicts
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related equivalents
Auditions
Auditions for the 2025 summer season at the Virginia Theatre Festival will take place in Charlottesville, VA on Friday, February 28 and Saturday, March 1 in the UVA Drama Building at 109 Culbreth Road. Callbacks will take place on Sunday, March 2. Please note: there are no roles available for actors under the age of 18.
The 2025 Virginia Theatre Festival season includes:
INTO THE WOODS
Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by James Lapine
Directed and Choreographed by Matthew Steffens
Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine
Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick
Friday, June 27 – Sunday, July 6 | Culbreth Theatre
THE HEART SELLERS
By Lloyd Suh
Directed by Desdemona Chiang
Friday, July 11 – Sunday, July 20 | Helms Theatre
GET HAPPY!
A Celebration of the World’s Greatest Entertainer with Jenna Pastuszek
Thursday, July 24 – Sunday, July 27 | Ruth Caplin Theatre
We hope to have casting decisions completed by April 14, 2025.
Compensation:
Non-Union – $650/week
AEA – $716/week (Guest Artist Contract through URTA)
Housing is available
Virginia Theatre Festival is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of our work, including the casting of our plays. We seek to hire actors who reflect our world to tell the stories we put onstage, and therefore strongly encourage people of underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds to audition.
In-Person Auditions
In-person auditions will take place in the UVA Drama Building at 109 Culbreth Road on Friday, February 28 and Saturday, March 1 at the following times:
Friday, February 28
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Room 115B
Saturday, March 1
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Room B006
If auditioning for INTO THE WOODS, please prepare a monologue and a 16-32 bar cut of a song of your choosing. Please bring sheet music in the key you wish to sing – an accompanist will be provided. If you are only auditioning for THE HEART SELLERS, please prepare a monologue of your choosing. GET HAPPY! will not be auditioning.
If you have a headshot/resume, please bring that with you to the auditions. Auditions will be 5 minute appointments. Call backs will take place on Sunday, March 2. VTF Artistic Director, Jenny Wales and Director/Choreographer, Matthew Steffens, of Into the Woods will be present at auditions and callbacks.
To sign up for an in-person audition, please click here.
Taped Audition Submissions
Those unable to attend in-person auditions may submit a taped submission as a YouTube or Vimeo link by 5:00 PM on Friday, March 14. For INTO THE WOODS, please submit video link of 16-32 bars singing and email your headshot/resume to vtfauditions@virginia.edu. For THE HEART SELLERS, please submit a video link of a monologue of your choosing and email your headshot/resume to vtfauditions@virginia.edu.
To submit your taped audition submission, please click here.
Character Breakdowns
INTO THE WOODS
Culbreth Theatre
First Rehearsal: Friday, May 30
Opening: Friday, June 27
Closing: Sunday, July 6
Seeking the following:
1-NARRATOR/MYSTERIOUS MAN - (Baritone) A storyteller. Also doubles as the Mysterious Man who is the Baker’s father. Takes the audience on this adventure. Strong storytelling and acting skills.
2-BAKER - (Baritone/Tenor) - A loving husband, confident in his choices, yet unwise in the ways of the world. Loves his wife who he uses for support. Humorous, kind, stubborn and protective. Must be a strong singer.
3-BAKER’S WIFE - (Mezzo-Soprano) Confident, driven and willing to do whatever it takes to protect her family. A romantic at heart, yet practical in her approach to the world. Strong actor & singer. Good with comedy.
4-THE WITCH - (Mezzo Soprano) Unpredictable, caring and unflappable. Sarcastic in her humor and has a sense of loneliness she hides. Cares deeply for Rapunzel almost to a fault. Transforms over the course of the show both physically and emotionally. Strong actor & singer.
5-LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD (Mezzo Soprano) Fearless and all knowing, she navigates the world determined that her way is best. Sassy, youthful, naive. Has to mature quickly. Strong actor & singer.
6-CINDERELLA - (Soprano) A dreamer who knows there is a better life for her out there. Pragmatic, kind, and sensible. Can talk to birds. Strong actor & singer, good with comedy.
7-JACK - (Tenor) Adventurous, energetic and bright-eyed. Doesn’t always think of the repercussions before his actions. Good natured. Strong actor & singer.
8-MILKY WHITE - (All voice types) Seeking actor to puppeteer Milky White, Jack’s best friend. Experience with puppets is not necessary. Desire to explore physical movement, good listening and strong acting skills are a must.
9-JACK’S MOM - (Mezzo Soprano/Soprano) Independent, strong and a fighter. Has a challenging life raising Jack and navigating his curiosity. Strong actor & singer.
10-WOLF/CINDERELLA’S PRINCE - (Tenor/Baritone) Actor will play both roles. The wolf is devious, sleek, and insatiable. Cinderella’s Prince is the brother of Rapunzel’s Prince. Confident, unaware of the life he has been given, well intentioned even in his disloyalty. Strong actor & singer. Good with comedy.
11-RAPUNZEL PRINCE - (Tenor/Baritone) Brother of Cinderella’s Prince. Bold, self-assured, willing to go after that which he does not know. Strong actor & singer. Good with comedy.
12-CINDERELLA’S STEPMOTHER (Mezzo Soprano) Mean-spirited toward Cinderella, but willing to sacrifice everything for her daughters Lucinda & Florinda. Good with comedy.
13-LUCINDA (Mezzo Soprano) Sister of Florinda. Competitive, self-centered and treats Cinderella with utter disdain. Good with comedy.
14-FLORINDA (Mezzo Soprano) Sister of Lucinda. Competitive, self-centered and treats Cinderella with utter disdain. Good with comedy.
15-CINDERELLA’S MOTHER/GRANNY/GIANT - (Soprano) Seeking actor to have the compassion of Cinderella’s Mother, the feistiness of Granny, and the intimidation of the Giant. Strong actor.
16-CINDERELLA’S FATHER - (Tenor/Baritone) Well intentioned, but feckless. A widow. Remarried to Cinderella’s Stepmother.
17-STEWARD - (All voice parts) Works for the royal family and is used to finding solutions to any problem. Uppercrust, presuming & decisive.
18-RAPUNZEL - Trusting, courageous & innocent. Has been sheltered from life because of the Witch, and therefore has a strong desire to experience the world. Strong singer.
THE HEART SELLERS
Helms Theatre
First Rehearsal: Tuesday, June 17
Opening: Friday, July 11
Closing: Sunday, July 20
Seeking the following:
1-LUNA - Luningning Ignacia Mangahas de la Rosario Bustos, 23, Filipina, female
2-JANE - Hong Jae Ha, 23, Korean, female
Casting Note
The characters are to be performed by actors of Asian or Pacific Island descent only. Further to this, because language of origin is a critical component of the play, it is essential to cast actors with specific understanding and lived or inherited experience with the respective dialects of the characters.
About the Virginia Theatre Festival
Now in its 51st year, the Virginia Theatre Festival, a program of the University of Virginia, is the Commonwealth’s longest-running professional summer theatre company. Founded in 1974, VTF treats local and regional audiences to some of the world’s most renowned plays and musicals while also highlighting the voices of new playwrights and composers. Featuring professional artists from around the country, VTF’s work celebrates the unique power of live theater to evoke history and recollection, catalyze conversation and change, and inspire joy and laughter.
Virginia Theatre Festival is committed to telling diverse stories and to fostering an inclusive environment both onstage and off. We seek talented theatre artists, technicians, and administrators from all backgrounds to support our 51st annual summer season in 2025. We are proud to offer employment opportunities for current college students, recent college graduates, and theatre professionals at all levels of experience.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person’s perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.