March 6–15, 2026
Director: Kelsey Gondek
Producer: Amanda Rishel
Rehearsals start: January
Tech Week: February 28 – March 5
Open Positions:
Email LittleWomen@actplayers.org if interested in any of these positions.
May 2026
Director: Maggie Elliott
Producer: Chrissy Root
Rehearsals start: March
Tech Week: May
Open Positions:
- Stage Manager
- Costume Lead
- Set Designer
- Props Lead
- Lighting Designer
- Sound Board Operator
- Front of House Lead
- Hair and Makeup Lead
- Photographer
Email TheateronFire@actplayers.org if interested in any of these positions.
July 17-26, 2026
Director: Justin Elliott
Producer: Gabrielle Salerni
Rehearsals start: March
Tech Week: July 11 – 15
Open Positions:
- Costume Lead
- Props Lead
- Sound Board Operator
- Set Designer
- Set Painting Lead
- Front of House Lead
- Hair and Makeup Lead
- Photographer
Email BigtheMusical@actplayers.org if interested in any of these positions.
September 2026
Director: Nigel Caplan
Producer: Nicola Murray
Rehearsals start: July
Tech Week: September
Open Positions:
- Costume Lead
- Props Lead
- Publicity Lead
- Sound Board Operator
- Front of House Lead
- Hair and Makeup Lead
- Photographer
Email Tempest@actplayers.org if interested in any of these positions.
Ready to help bring our 2026 productions to life? Below are the shows we’re casting production teams for and the open roles you can join. Each show has its own production team — email the team directly if you’re interested!
Stage Manager
Responsible To: Show Director and Producer
The Stage Manager is the organizational backbone of the production. This role keeps rehearsals running on schedule, tracks blocking and script changes, and communicates information between the director, cast, and crew. During tech week and performances, the SM calls all lighting, sound, and scene-change cues, ensuring the show runs smoothly. If you love structure, communication, and problem-solving on the fly, this role is perfect.
Costume Lead
Responsible To: Overall Costume Lead and Show Director
The Costume Lead oversees the entire costume process—from designing the overall look to pulling, sourcing, or creating pieces and organizing fittings. This position works closely with the director to match the visual tone of the show and coordinates with dressers or assistants as needed. They can also coordinate with the Volunteer Coordinator to recruit and organize volunteers for sewing, alterations, or other costume-related tasks. If you enjoy styling, sewing, or helping actors look incredible onstage, this is a highly creative and hands-on role.
Set Designer
Responsible To: Show Director and Producer
The Set Designer shapes the physical world of the show. This includes conceptualizing the layout, sketching designs or using reference images, choosing colors and textures, and planning how actors move through the space. You’ll collaborate with the director to create a world that supports the story and work with the build and paint crews to bring the design to life. Ideal for anyone with an eye for visual storytelling and spatial design.
Set Painter
Responsible To: Set Designer and Director
The Set Painting Lead is responsible for bringing the scenic design to life through color, texture, and finish on flats, platforms, and other set pieces. This role is primarily hands-on, executing the majority of the painting work, but the lead can also coordinate with the Volunteer Coordinator to recruit helpers for specific tasks if needed. Ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on artistic work and wants to make a big visual impact on the production.
Props Lead
Responsible To: Overall Props Organizer and Show Director
The Props Lead is responsible for all items used on stage, from furniture and handheld items to small set dressing. This role manages existing props, sourcing additional items as needed, and ensures everything is ready and in place for rehearsals and performances. They can also coordinate with the Volunteer Coordinator to enlist helpers for crafting or collecting props. Ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on organization, creative problem-solving, and contributing to the overall look and feel of the production.
Lighting Designer
Responsible To: Show Director and Producer
The Lighting Designer is responsible for creating the visual atmosphere of the production through lighting design and control. While the theater provides a stock of lights and equipment, this role programs and adjusts the instruments to achieve the desired effects for rehearsals and performances. The Lighting Designer works closely with the production team to support the director’s vision, ensuring cues, transitions, and mood are executed smoothly. Ideal for someone who enjoys creative problem-solving, technical programming, and shaping the visual storytelling of a show.
Sound Board Operator
Responsible To: Show Director and Producer
The Sound Board Operator is responsible for running the show’s audio, including music, sound effects, and microphone levels. While the theater provides the audio equipment and system, this role programs, cues, and operates all sound elements during rehearsals and performances. The Sound Board Operator works closely with the production team to support the director’s vision, ensuring clarity, balance, and timing for every auditory element. Ideal for someone who enjoys technical work, problem-solving, and contributing to the overall impact of the production.
Front of House Lead
Responsible To: Producer & Theater FOH Manager
The Front of House Lead oversees all aspects of audience experience during performances, including ushering, ticketing, concessions, and lobby organization. The theater provides systems and supplies, but this role ensures everything runs smoothly and works with the Volunteer Coordinator to recruit and organize volunteers as needed. Ideal for someone who enjoys organizing people, problem-solving on the fly, and ensuring a welcoming environment for every audience member.
Hair & Makeup Lead
Responsible To: Costume Lead and Show Director
The Hair & Makeup Lead is responsible for preparing performers’ hairstyles and makeup according to the design for each production. The theater provides basic supplies and tools, but this role plans and executes all looks, making adjustments as needed to match character and period. They can coordinate with the Volunteer Coordinator to recruit helpers for application or prep if desired. Ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on creative work, attention to detail, and helping performers look their best on stage.
Photographer
Responsible To: Publicity Lead and Producer
The Photographer captures high-quality images of the production, including publicity photos, headshots, and performance photos. Key events include Publicity Day, Headshots Day, and one full dress rehearsal, but the role may also involve other photo opportunities as needed. The Photographer works closely with the Publicity Lead to ensure images are delivered in a timely manner for promotional use. Ideal for someone who enjoys photography, has an eye for composition, and wants to contribute to the visual storytelling and promotion of the production.
