Want to get involved in our Fall show, "Brides of Tortuga" in a BIG way? We are now accepting applications for the following leadership roles! Applications are due Sunday April 10 at 7pm and decisions will go out no later than Friday April 29. Applications for designer roles and the second wave of production roles (including fight choreographer, sets, costumes, props, hair & makeup, gore, weapons, front of house, volunteer coordinator, marketing coordinator, and craft services coordinator) will open on Sunday May 1. "Brides" aims to be the first BROS show in a true operatic format (through-composed) and is the tale of murderous women on the high seas, featuring incredible gore and massive stagecraft!
Director:The Director is the ultimate artistic force behind the show, making the final decision on all design and creative decisions that arise. In addition to selecting the cast and leading them through rehearsals, the Director oversees the work of all Department Leaders to ensure that the aesthetic vision of the show is executed. This position requires the ability to envision and clearly communicate the world of the show and to coach actors and designers in presenting that vision. The Director will also be part of the team that selects applicants for design roles and must attend production meetings, script meetings and many design meetings.
Assistant Director (AD):The Assistant Director works alongside the Director to carry out the aesthetic vision of the show, assisting with auditions, meetings, rehearsals, and other decision-making processes, as well as occasionally running rehearsals when the Director needs to focus on other things. The AD may also support the Stage Manager logistically where necessary/appropriate, including assisting in the creation of a rehearsal schedule. This role may double as the Vocal Director or Movement Director if appropriate.
Vocal Director: The Vocal Director works alongside the Script Team, Director, and Music Director to develop and arrange the vocal talent for the show. She/he will assist the Director and AD with cast auditions and will schedule and run vocal rehearsals as necessary throughout the rehearsal process. She/he will also attend tech rehearsals. This role may double as the Assistant Director if appropriate.
Stage Manager (SM):The Stage Manager serves as the main point of contact for the cast and crew. The SM helps create a rehearsal and tech schedule based on conflicts and connects cast members and designers where necessary. He/she keeps the stage organized during rehearsals and keeps rehearsals on schedule. The SM records blocking and takes notes at each rehearsal and shares these with the production team promptly, and his/her attendance is vital at production meetings, technical meetings, and technical rehearsals. During the performance run, the SM is responsible for calling lighting/sound/projection cues to the board operator(s) and setting up/closing down the stage each night. He/she communicates with Front of House to make sure that performances start on schedule. The SM works with the Production Director on matters of logistics, and assists the Director and Assistant Director in running rehearsals. The SM delegates responsibility to an Assistant Stage Manager as necessary.
Assistant Stage Manager (ASM):The Assistant Stage Manager supports the Stage Manager in all duties, including attending rehearsals as required; tracking blocking, props, scene changes, and other necessary items; helping to keep the rehearsal and performance spaces clean and organized; and serving as the backstage manager during performances.
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