Stage Management Apprentice
CATEGORY: Internship
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Denver, CO
US
Job Details
DESCRIPTION
The application window for this position has an anticipated end date of 03/02/2026.
Company Overview
The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is one of the largest non-profit theatre organizations in the nation, presenting Broadway tours and producing theatre, cabaret, musicals, and innovative, immersive experiences. Through these experiences and alongside our robust Education program, we engage hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
The DCPA’s workforce includes more than 300 employed team members in non-union and union positions (in partnership with seven unions). In addition, we employ hundreds of artists and contractors annually. We have a strong volunteer program which includes more than 300 volunteers.
Our Mission: “We engage and inspire through the transformative power of live theatre.”
Culture Statement
For more than 40 years, creativity and community have been the foundation of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ success. As a leading cultural organization in the Rocky Mountain West, we are actively participating in a cultural evolution of belonging and anti-racism. Our commitment to reflect the diversity and priorities of our community — in our workplace, audience and programming — has never been more present.
We believe that the theater can transform us — and be transformed by us. We invite you to be part of our Team.
Job purpose
Stage Management Apprentices work with our professional stage management teams from pre-production through final performance. In the process, they will have the opportunity to observe and observe and work with Actor’s Equity Stage Managers and participate in maintaining the rehearsal rooms, cast hospitality, paperwork, line notes, be on book, preset and run shows, among other duties. Stage management apprentices are required to attend all rehearsals and performances. These are full-time paid apprenticeships while the productions are in preparation, rehearsal and during the run. All employees are expected to model and champion the DCPA’s core values of artistic excellence, community, equity, diversity and inclusion, and fiscal responsibility.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist AEA Stage Managers in facilitating the rehearsal process, technical process and day-to-day tasks
• Required to attend all pre-production, rehearsals & performances
• Maintain paperwork as assigned
• Be on-book and take line notes
• Preset the show and run a deck track if necessary
• Maintain hospitality items daily (pencils, coffee, water, etc.)
• Maintain cleanliness of the rehearsal room (sweeping/mopping, etc.)
• Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
An ideal candidate will have the following skills and/or experience:
• Must have a background in or a foundational understanding of Stage Management
• Collaborative mindset
• Organizational skills & attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand dynamics in the rehearsal room
• Ability to take initiative and be proactive
• Understanding of theatrical and musical terms
• Highly proficient in written and verbal communication
• Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office 365 preferred
Application Requirements
Please title all documents you submit “lastname_firstname_documentname”
In addition to uploading your resume, please upload three additional documents under Attachments.
- Cover Letter that answers the following questions:
- Why are you applying to the Stage Management Apprentice position at the Denver Center?
- What are your stage management strengths and what skills do you hope to improve?
- What are your career goals?
- References: 3 professional references that can speak about your work (Contact information, no letter necessary)
- Paperwork Sample: Submit up to 5 pages of paperwork you have created for a show (Ex. run sheet, prop preset, entrance exit plot, page from a call script or blocking book).
Interviews will be conducted remotely during the month of March.
Working Conditions
This is a dynamic position that requires working in a variety of different environments which may include: rehearsal studios, office space and traditional theatre space (onstage, in house, backstage). Position requires a flexible schedule, including periodic long hours, irregular hours, nights, weekends, and holidays as required. May be asked to lift up to 40 pounds.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to communicate. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee may be asked to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment varies from moderate to loud.
Compensation
Position is paid hourly, $19.29/hour.
Hours worked in excess of 40 a week or 12 daily will be paid at overtime (1.5x) rate.
Approx. 28 – 52 hours a week over a 6-day period.
Housing provided for apprentices with Point of Origin over 50 miles from the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.
Benefits
Sick Time Accruals
The DCPA does not require applicants to disclose age, date of birth or dates of attendance and/or graduation from an educational institution in their application for employment. Applicants may redact these and other applicable dates from their resume, transcript, and any other material that they submit as part of their application for employment.
In order to provide high quality, culturally competent care to our patrons, students, guests and team members, it is of highest importance that our hiring practices reflect our values by offering an environment that celebrates diversity and embraces inclusion. All of our team members – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, socioeconomic status, geographic region, or other defining characteristics – should feel welcome and valued.
SALARY
$19.29 – $19.29 per hour