Crew Needed at Mildred’s Umbrella

“Mildred’s Umbrella is looking for 2 people to work on 2 different projects. There will be a small stipend paid at the end of the run, and opportunities for more work with MU in the future.

1) We need a Stage Manager for a short play that will be performed at the houston Fringe Festival. Light rehearsal schedule will start immediately, and the performances are May 15-17, 2009.

2)We need a tech operator (we will train you) for our mainstage show, “The Third Side” at Diverse Works, May 15-30, 2009. Tech Week is May 9-14, and there are 9 performances.

Please contact Jennifer Decker at mildredsumbrella@hotmail.com if you are interested in one of these positions.”

via Forum – Tech/Crew Call – Mildred’s Umbrella needs Stage Manager and Stage Hand : TheatrePort.

Crew Needed at Stage Right

“STAGE RIGHT is looking for help with props, stage management, advertising, and ushering/concessions. All performances are at the historic Crighton Theatre in Conroe, TX. Check out our website or our arts resources site. Send inquiries to info@stage-right.org or call 281-654-0890.

A small stipend is paid to tech crew to cover gasoline.”

via Forum – Tech/Crew Call – Props/Tech Crew : TheatrePort.

Guest Director needed at Stage Right

“STAGE RIGHT is looking for a guest director for Cheaper By the Dozen slated for performances at the historic Crighton Theatre in Conroe, TX. Auditions are scheduled for June 7-8, 2009 and performances are on July 31-August 16, 2009. Send inquiries to info@stage-right.org or call 281-654-0890.”

via Forum – Tech/Crew Call – Guest Director Spot : TheatrePort.

Commercial Theater Institute

Not Houston based, but very useful information nonetheless…

“Commercial Theater Institute

Nurturing new producing talent for the commercial theater

The Commercial Theater Institute, now in its 28th year, is a project of Theatre Development Fund (TDF) and The Broadway League, Inc. Dedicated to training the next generation of commercial theatre producers, CTI provides resources and guidance to individuals interested in the various paths one can take towards creating commercial productions for the stage.”

via Commercial Theater Institute.

Free Audition Workshop, 2/21

Playhouse 1960 is holding a

Free Audition Workshop for Youth– Saturday, February 21, 1 PM–3 PM. Ages 8–18.

In this workshop students will learn all of the fundamentals of auditioning for school, community, and professional musical theatre. From song selection to poise and resume writing.

Please call 281-58-STAGE or email us at patricia.gant@gmail.com if you have any questions.

<a href=”http://www.playhouse1960.com”>www.playhouse1960.com</a>

6814 Gant Rd.

Houston, TX 77066

via Forum – Announcements – Playhouse 1960 Youth Center Stage presents Free Audition Workshop, 2/21 : TheatrePort.

Technician Applications Posted at Houston Shakespeare Festival

Technician applications are now posted online for the Houston Shakespeare Festival. You can access them directly by going to:

www.HoustonFestivalsCompany.com/

This year’s shows include: Twelfth Night and Pericles

Applications are due: NO LATER THAN March 15

Several jobs are available for the shows, and most contracts begin in June and go through early August. All positions are paid. Please see the application for more complete information.

via Forum – Tech/Crew Call – Houston Shakespeare Festival – Technician Applications Posted! : TheatrePort.

Lighting Designer needed at Unhinged

Unhinged productions is looking for an experienced lighting designer for our production of Five Flights. Applicants must be available one weekday at 6pm for production meetings. Load-In will be February 22nd at 10am. Tech begins February 23 – March 2nd. You will be paid a stipend for your time and energy. Interested? Please email the producer Karen Heimbaugh at karen_heimbaugh@hotmail.com

via Forum – Tech/Crew Call – *PAID* Unhinged Needs a Lighting Designer *PAID* : TheatrePort.

Stage Manager needed at Unhinged

Unhinged Productions is looking for an experienced Stage Manager. You will be working with Director Roy Hamlin from Theatre Under the Stars on our production of Five Flights. This position is open IMMEDIATELY. Rehearsals are in progress and will run through Opening night, March 6, 2009. Rehearsals are 7pm-10pm Monday -Thursday and 1pm-4pm on Saturdays. The Show will run Friday and Saturday Nights at 8pm from March 6th-March 28, 2009. You will receive a stipend for your time and energy. Interested? Please send resume to producer Karen Heimbaugh at karen_heimbaugh@hotmail.com

via Forum – Tech/Crew Call – *PAID* Unhinged Needs Stage Manager *PAID* : TheatrePort.

Reservation Help needed at Theatre Southwest

Theatre Southwest is searching for someone to answer their phones. The main part of the job would be taking reservations over the phone.

Although there are times the phone lines are very busy, there are other times when they are relatively quiet. The theatre’s phone number can be transferred to someone’s home.

Unfortuantely, we can pay only a minimual amount. This is best for someone who is at home a lot. If you or someone you know is interested please phone 713-661-9505.

via Forum – Other Gigs-Job Opportunities – Theatre Southwest Needs Reservation Help : TheatrePort.