Production and Stage Management Apprentice at Trinity Rep

Trinity Repertory Company’s apprenticeship program offers intensive professional training at a Tony Award-winning regional theater. Apprentices are an integral part of our theater company and serve alongside our staff in artistic, administrative, and production-based departments.  

The apprentice program is looking for artists and professionals ages 21 and up who are hoping to launch careers in theater. Apprentices will learn on the job for approximately 35 weeks.   

To be considered for an apprenticeship, you must complete the online application in Paylocity.  You will need to upload the following documents: 

Professional Resume 

Cover Letter 

Applications without these attachments will not be considered. Select departments may request additional materials including references, portfolios, or writing samples. 

Details and Benefits:  

Housing accommodations 

Furnished housing with utilities provided (heat, electricity, water, & Wi-Fi)  

Parking (at the house and theater)  

After deducting housing and taxes, at least $350/week* in pay  

*Exact amount depends on W4 Tax Withholding Form  

Additional Benefits:  

Complimentary tickets to all productions 

Invitation to opening night performances and reception  

Monthly professional development and seminar series  

Eligible for Trinity Rep health insurance – employee contribution is $15/week  

Staff discount on Trinity Rep concessions and merchandise  

Opportunity to take free acting classes  

Strong community of staff and former interns/apprentices 

Apprentices will not be able to work in other positions at the theater during their contracted 35 weeks, but overtime may be required on occasion and will be compensated at time and a half. Depending on their schedule, apprentices may be able to take additional work outside the theater as long as it does not interfere with their hours at Trinity Rep.  

The application deadline is April 1, 2024.  

Production & Stage Management Apprentice  

Job Description: 

The Production/Stage Management Apprentice is a vital member of the theater’s production office, and works directly with various stage manager teams throughout the season. This apprenticeship requires a person who possesses strong organizational skills, is not afraid to take initiative while still being a team player, is hungry to learn, and has a great sense of humor. Recent college graduates or people with equivalent experience in stage management are preferred. In this role, the apprentice will: 

Assist with pre-production tasks such as script copying, supply organizing, room setup, and taping out floors 

Assist the stage management team with daily paperwork, prop, and costume tracking 

Work alongside and learn from Actors’ Equity Association (AEA) stage managers from across the country 

Serve as part of the running crew for at least one Trinity Rep production 

Attend show rehearsals 

Work in the production office, assisting the Producing Director and Assistant Director of Production in maintaining shared calendars, tracking production expenses, filing, and taking notes during meetings 

Other duties as assigned 

Learning Objective: 

This program's main objective is for the apprentice to become familiar with the daily operations of theatrical productions. In this way, they will gain the skills needed to work as a production assistant, non-AEA stage manager, or part of the production management team in other theaters. 

Qualifications:  

21+ years of age 

Basic familiarity with stage management practices and paperwork 

Physical Demands: 

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period 

Must be able to regularly move about inside rehearsal and theater spaces to access and communicate with actors and crew 

Must have the physical ability to move objects weighing up to 25 lbs