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Want to get involved as a member of our team? Check out our volunteer positions.

We currently have two stipend-based positions to fill!

Assistant Director for All Nighter (Stipend-Based)

Stipend: $300 (paid at the end of the production run)

Reports To: Clara Zucker, Director of All Nighter

Overview
The Assistant Director supports the Director during rehearsals and the production process, helping ensure the artistic vision of the show is effectively carried out in a collaborative storefront theater environment.

Responsibilities

  • Attend all rehearsals and assist with rehearsal management

  • Attend tech, previews, opening night, understudy run, and strike

  • Take occasional blocking notes 

  • Support actors and communicate the director’s notes

  • Collaborate with the Stage Manager and production team

  • Assist during tech rehearsals and opening week

  • Lead understudy rehearsals

Qualifications

  • Interest or experience in directing, acting, or theater production

  • Strong communication and organizational skills

  • Ability to work evenings and weekends

Compensation

  • $300 stipend upon completion of the production.

Dates

  • Rehearsals begin June 6

  • Tech July 17-21

  • Previews July 22, 23 

  • Performances July 24-August 8

  • Strike August 9

Assistant Director for Boy My Greatness (Stipend-Based)

Stipend: $300 (paid at the end of the production run)

Reports To: Emily Newmark, Director of Boy My Greatness

Overview
The Assistant Director supports the Director during rehearsals and the production process, helping ensure the artistic vision of the show is effectively carried out in a collaborative storefront theater environment.

Responsibilities

  • Attend all rehearsals and assist with rehearsal management

  • Attend tech, previews, opening night, understudy run, and strike

  • Take occasional blocking notes 

  • Support actors and communicate the director’s notes

  • Collaborate with the Stage Manager and production team

  • Assist during tech rehearsals and opening week

  • Lead understudy rehearsals

Qualifications

  • Interest or experience in directing, acting, or theater production

  • Strong communication and organizational skills

  • Ability to work evenings and weekends

Compensation

  • $300 stipend upon completion of the production.

Dates

  • Rehearsals begin mid/late September

  • Tech Nov 5th-9th

  • Previews Nov 11th and 12th  

  • Performances Nov 13th- Nov 23rd 

  • Strike TBD

Open volunteer positions

Want to help build something special?

The Village Theater is officially becoming a nonprofit, and we’re looking for kind, creative volunteers who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty! If you’re looking to make new friends and play a part in our next chapter, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply: Please email your resume to villagetheaterchi@gmail.com. Include a short note telling us why you’re interested in joining the Village Theater family and what excites you most about this role! Please submit your application by March 31st to be considered.