Employment

Scroll below for job listings, auditions, internships and more! The Playhouse offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(K), paid vacation and much more. Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion in all areas of its work, both on and offstage. Qualified individuals who bring diverse perspectives and life experiences to the workplace are especially encouraged to apply.

Artistic/Production

Electrician 1 – Lead Lighting Technician (IATSE Local 5)

Responsible for the installation and maintenance of lighting equipment for productions at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park (CPIP). Collaborates with Lighting Designers and CPIP Department Heads on the planning and execution of lighting and electrics elements in both the Rosenthal Shelterhouse Theatre and Mo & Jack’s Place – The Rouse Theatre. Leads over hire crew and gives direction to all employees working in the Electrics Department.

This position operates under the terms of a collective bargaining agreement with IATSE Local #5. Candidates are not required to be affiliated with IATSE to apply.

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and references to Amy Stier, HR representative (Amy.Stier@cincyplay.com) and Josh Escajeda, Director of Production (Josh.Escajeda@cincyplay.com). This is a rolling application process, and the position will stay open until filled. If you would like to submit a digital portfolio, please attach it in .pdf form or provide a link to an online source in the body of the email. Hard copies of portfolios will not be accepted at this time. No phone calls, please.

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Over-hire Backstage Crew

Playhouse in the Park seeks over-hire backstage crew in multiple departments to be responsible for running various technical elements of shows during performances. Physical locations for this job will include the new, state-of-the-art Mainstage Theatre Moe and Jack’s Place – The Rouse Theatre and the recently renovated Rosenthal Shelterhouse Theater, and the accompanying backstage and support areas. These positions report directly to the Production Stage Manager and Stage Management Staff.

These are temporary positions that will span 4-8 weeks between February 2023 – June 2023 depending on the production. These positions will require work outside normal business hours, including, but not limited to, evenings and weekends.

To Apply:/ Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, references to Josh Escajeda, Director of Production, at Josh.Escajeda@cincyplay.com and cc Amy Stier at Amy.Stier@cincyplay.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will be filled as soon as the successful candidate is identified. No phone calls, please.

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Development

Development Assistant

The Development Assistant serves as key administrative support for the development team. Under the supervision of the Director of Institutional Giving, the Development Assistant will coordinate the benefit fulfillment, donor recognition, and letter generation for all institutional giving support, as well as event support and logistics, and other general department support. Evening and weekend hours are sometimes required. This position is a full-time, hourly position with benefits.

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume with three (3) references to Mary Kay Koehler, Director of Institutional Giving, at MaryKay.Koehler@cincyplay.com and cc Amy Stier at Amy.Stier@cincyplay.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will be filled as soon as the successful candidate is identified. No phone calls, please.

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Education

School Workshops Teaching Artist

The School Workshop Teaching Artist is responsible for teaching participants using theatre and arts integration techniques, implementing curriculum, communicating with teachers and partners onsite at the schools, mentoring Interns, as requested, and collaborating with Playhouse Education Staff and other professional artists. They are responsible for following lesson plans and maintaining a positive and exciting classroom environment.

This is a temporary, seasonal position with an hourly rate of $35. School Workshops Teaching Artists will be paid for teaching time and 30 minutes total of entrance and exit time per day. Hours will be based on individual classes and needs of the school.

This position requires travel to school locations throughout the tri-state area. Qualified candidates must be flexible and able to take School Workshop assignments in a variety of locations, therefore, candidates must possess reliable transportation.

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and references to Ariana Moses, Education Director, at Ariana.Moses@cincyplay.com and cc Amy Stier at Amy.Stier@cincyplay.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the positions will be filled as soon as the successful candidates are identified.

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After School Classes Teaching Artist

The Teaching Artist is responsible for check in and check out, teaching participants, implementing curriculum, communicating with partners onsite at the schools, mentoring Interns, as requested, and collaborating with Playhouse Education Staff and other professional artists. They are responsible for following lesson plans and maintaining a positive and exciting classroom environment.

This is a temporary, seasonal position with an hourly rate of $35. After School Teaching Artist will be paid for teaching time and 30 minutes total of entrance and exit time per day. Hours will be based on individual classes and needs of the school/partner.

This position requires travel to school and community center venues including locations throughout the tri-state area. Qualified candidates must be flexible and able to take After School Classes in a variety of locations, therefore, candidates must possess reliable transportation.

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and references to Ariana Moses, Education Director, at Ariana.Moses@cincyplay.com and cc Amy Stier at Amy.Stier@cincyplay.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the positions will be filled as soon as the successful candidates are identified.

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Auditions

 

 

Annual Local Non-Equity General Auditions

Non-Equity General Audition submissions are open for the 2023-2024 Season.

2023-2024 Non- Equity General Auditions
Date: Monday, April 24
Times: 1:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Audition Material: For auditions, please prepare 1 to 2 (contrasting) monologue(s) not to exceed three minutes. Please bring a headshot and resume. No singing auditions at this time. 

Audition Location
Auditions will be held in-person at our new Mainstage Theatre Complex at

962 Mt Adams Circle
Cincinnati, OH 45202

All of the non-equity audition slots are currently full. Please use this link to sign up for our standby list: Standyby List


Annual Equity Principal Auditions (Including EMC)

Annual Equity Principal Audition submissions are open for the 2023-24 Season.

Date: Monday, April 17
Times: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Audition Material: Actor may choose 1-2 contrasting monologue(s) not to exceed 3 minutes OR 1 monologue & 1 song not to exceed 3 minutes. An Actor may accompany themselves on an instrument of their choice or an accompanist will be provided between 9am – 5pm. Please provide clearly marked music for the accompanist. Please bring a headshot and resume.

Audition Location
Auditions will be held in-person at our new Mainstage Theatre Complex at

962 Mt Adams Circle
Cincinnati, OH 45202

To Schedule an audition, click the link below:
Equity Principal Auditions - Cincinnati Playhouse In the Park, Cincinnati:

Please note: This is the audition scheduler for active Equity Members, EMC candidates should sign up using the EMC Link below.

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2023-2024 Equity Principal Auditions – EMC 
Date: Monday, April 17
Times: 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.

EMC candidates will also be able to sign up for any open EPA appointment slots remaining between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., including the window of time with the accompanist (2 p.m. – 5 p.m.) beginning at 9 a.m. on Sunday, April 16. The link will be added to this box at that time. 

Audition Material: Actor may choose 1-2 contrasting monologue(s) not to exceed 3 minutes OR 1 monologue & 1 song not to exceed 3 minutes. An Actor may accompany themselves on an instrument of their choice or an accompanist will be provided between 2pm – 5pm.  Please provide clearly marked music for the accompanist. Please bring a headshot and resume.

Audition Location
Auditions will be held in-person at our new Mainstage Theatre Complex at

962 Mt Adams Circle
Cincinnati, OH 45202

To Schedule an audition, click the link below:
EMC - Equity Principal Auditions - Cincinnati

The Bruce E. Coyle Acting and Education Internship Program

We will not be conducting auditions for the 2023-2024 Season. If you are interested in being considered for non-Equity casting opportunities, please sign up for our Non- Equity General Auditions on Monday, April 24 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Annual Youth General Auditions

Annual Youth General Auditions
Date: Monday, July 31
Times: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Eligibility: Youth actors must be between 6-13 years old and reside within a 50-mile radius of Cincinnati, OH to be considered. 

Audition Material:
For auditions, please prepare 1 monologue, story or poem approximately 1 minute long. If a singer, feel free to add a short song, not to exceed 16-32 bars to be sung A Cappella.

Please bring a photo, a list or paragraph about theatre experience and include the following at the top of the document:

  • Names and contact information for guardians
  • Birthday
  • Grade entering in the fall of 2023

Audition Location
Auditions will be held in-person at our new Mainstage Theatre Complex at

962 Mt Adams Circle
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Click here to sign up.
 

For information on our script submission policy, visit this page.

 
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Internships

The Bruce E. Coyle Stage Management Internship Program

In order to further the development of the next generation of American stage managers, the Tony Award-winning Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park supports one of the nation's most respected internship programs. The program is named in honor of Bruce E. Coyle, a production stage manager and essential member of the Playhouse family for more than 20 years.

The Playhouse accepts applications between January and March each year for stage management interns in the upcoming season, which generally begin in the fall. Contracts are for the entire production season but vary from the end of July through early June. Interns work with AEA stage managers to prepare for and run rehearsals and performances. A weekly salary, but no housing, is provided. EMC points are available for some assignments. Candidates must have good knowledge of stage management techniques and rehearsal/performance processes and have a positive work attitude. A degree in stage management is preferable. To apply, send a cover letter, resume and three letters of recommendation or references (with email addresses) to Andrea.Shell@cincyplay.com or send by mail to:

Andrea L. Shell, Production Stage Manager
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
962 Mt. Adams Circle
Cincinnati, OH 45202

 
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