Summer 2017 Apprentice Program

The Summer Apprentice program is an unpaid educational adventure that is an invaluable experience in learning the business of theatre, the mechanics of putting on a production, honing and learning new skills and observing professionals in their craft. A fully hands-on learning experience, that is cultivated in real-job application. Many of our apprentices have gone on to have very successful careers in theatre, film and other areas.

Weathervane Apprentices are encouraged to participate in the tech rehearsal process, strikes/ turnover, whether or not they are assigned hours. They will also receive a complimentary ticket to all 2017 Weathervane Playhouse productions, and may participate in a complimentary WYART workshop or production during the summer season.

You must be 14 years or over to apply.

2017 Summer Apprentice Program Application

Application Deadline: April 25, 2017

For more information about the 2017 Weathervane Playhouse Summer Series please visit:

www.weathervanplayhouse.org

The 2017 Summer Apprenticeship Program has the following openings:

Costumes

Costume Apprentice (3 positions) Apprentices will work hours in the costume shop and assist during the ‘build’ of the show. They will learn and assist with basic sewing skills, learn how to take measurements, pull from stock, proper costume maintenance, laundry techniques and material care,  and will be influenced by the creative efforts of the Costume Designer & Assistant Costume designer and their process. Apprentices are also tasked with handling final preparations of a production and act as dressers for productions.

All Costume Apprentices must be able to work at least 1 run crew over the course of the summer.

Lighting

Lighting Apprentice (2 positions) will learn basic skills as relates to the area of lighting and lighting design, assist with lighting hang & focus, and assist with running the lighting board during performances. Lighting apprentices may also have the oppportunity to test out their honed skills working with the WYART programs as needed throughout the summer.

ALL Lighting apprentices must be comfortable with ladders and must be able to work Strikes.

Properties

Properties Apprentice (1 position) will begin to learn how to analyze a script for props, do research for props to assure quality and appropriateness, as well as be open to learning how to make and engineer properties as needed. An open mind and creative energy are crucial to this position. Properties apprentice must also be able and willing to be on run crew for all performances

All properties apprentices must be comfortable working out doors, and with learning how to properly use tools.

Stage Management

Stage Management Apprentices (2 positions)

All stage management apprentices will observe and be a part of the ins and out of a rehearsal process, assist with paperwork and organization of show tracking, and properties tracking. Apprentice must have great attention to details and be a self starter.  This position will require running crew hours. Apprentices may also be asked to step into the role of stage manager for a Wyart production. 

Directing (NEW!!!)

Assistant Director Apprentice (1 position) The Assistant Director Apprentice will observe and be a part of the rehearsal process for two productions (Peter and the Starcatcher and A Comedy of Tenors). Apprentices will assist with taking notes for the Director, and attend production meetings and technical rehearsals. Apprentice must have great attention to details and be a self-starter. This position may require running lines with actors, and reviewing scene work with actors. 

Administrative

Administrative Apprentice will learn the basics and understanding of facility management, marketing, box office assistance, ushering and assisting the administrative team with Wyart programming needs.

Educational

Educational Apprentices (2 positions) Our educational apprentices will assist the summer WYART classes by being an assistant teacher for workshops. Assistant teacher duties may include but are not limited to : assisting with leading lesson plans, assisting with classroom maintenance, assisting with technical aspects of workshop such as stage management, properties, scenic painting etc. As an educational apprentice you may be asked to lead classes, or to act as a stage manager, props master or at times an assistant director!

Download Complete 2017 Summer Apprentice Program Information and Application

If you would like to be involved at weathervane but do not want to commit to an apprentice position at this time please send your contact information, availability, resume or brief explanation of your background and your interests in working with Weathervane to pm@weathervaneplayhouse.org.