2024-2025 Call for Production Teams

The Duluth Playhouse is accepting applicants of all skill levels for the following positions for our 2024-2025 season:

• Directors
• Choreographers
• Scenic Design
• Lighting Design
• Sound Design
• Costume Design
• Properties Master
• Projection Design
• Stage Management
• Assistant Stage Management 
• Music Directors
  
• Crew (Shift Crew, Spotlight Operator, Fly Operator, Sound Assistant, etc.)

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ABOUT THE PLAYHOUSE: 

The mission of the Duluth Playhouse is to create opportunities in theatrical arts that educate, entertain, and involve the region. Founded in 1914, the Playhouse is among the oldest theatres in the nation. The organization produces several Main Stage, Youth Theatre, and Underground productions annually.

Duluth Playhouse is committed to offering equitable opportunities that support diversity in our programming and creating an inclusive environment. The Playhouse does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender identification, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

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HOW TO APPLY:

Directors, Music Directors, Designers, Choreographers & Stage Managers:

• Apply by email to apply@duluthplayhouse.org with the following items:
  • Resume or CV with references 
  • Samples of work or professional website, if applicable
  • A list of available shows and positions for which you’d like to be considered
• Directors, Music Directors, and Stage Managers must be available for production meetings, rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and all performances.
• Designers must be available for production meetings and technical rehearsals.
• Choreographers must be available for select rehearsals and technical rehearsals. 
  

Crew:

• Apply by email to apply@duluthplayhouse.org with the following items: some text
  • A list of available shows and positions for which you’d like to be considered 
  • No previous experience is necessary! We are willing to train all crew positions. If you have related experience, please provide a brief summary.  
  • Crew must be available for technical rehearsals and all performances
    

Successful applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview or to discuss a potential position. Stipends vary by position and commitment. If you have questions, or wish to express interest in helping with our productions in another way, please reach out to us by email at apply@duluthplayhouse.org or by phone at (218) 733-7555.

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2024/2025 Duluth Playhouse Season Dates

NORSHOR MAINSTAGE SEASON

Slot 1 Musical: Jersey Boys

Approximate Rehearsal Start: July 29, 2024

Technical Rehearsals: Sept 3, 2024

Performances: Sept 13-29, 2024

Slot 2 Musical: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Oct 21, 2024

Technical Rehearsals: Nov 21, 2024

Performances: Dec 6-22, 2024

Slot 3 Play: The One-Act Play That Goes Wrong

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Dec 16, 2024

Technical Rehearsals: Jan 21, 2025

Performances: Jan 31 - Feb 9 2025 (Potential to extend for 3rd weekend) 

Slot 4 Musical: The Light in the Piazza

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Jan 27, 2025

Technical Rehearsals: Mar 4, 2025

Performances: Mar 14-30, 2025

Slot 5 Play: Home, I’m Darling

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Apr 14, 2025

Technical Rehearsals: May 14, 2025

Performances: May 23 - Jun 1, 2025

Slot 6 Musical: Waitress

Approximate Rehearsal Start: May 26, 2025

Technical Rehearsals: Jun 30, 2025

Performances: July 11-27, 2025

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YOUTH THEATRE SEASON

Slot 1 Musical: Anastasia: The Musical (Youth Edition)

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Sept 23, 2024

Technical Rehearsals: Oct 29, 2024

Performances: Nov 8-11, 2024

Slot 2 Musical: Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr.

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Mar 10, 2025

Technical Rehearsals: Apr 16, 2025

Performances: Apr 25-28, 2025

Slot 3 Musical: Cats: Young Actors Edition

Daytime Rehearsals and Tech

Approximate Rehearsal Start: July 14, 2025

Technical Rehearsals: Aug 5, 2025

Performances: Aug 8-10, 2025

Slot 4 Musical: Rock of Ages: Teen Edition

Daytime Rehearsals and Tech

Approximate Rehearsal Start: July 21, 2024

Technical Rehearsals: Aug 12, 2025

Performances: Aug 15-17, 2025

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UNDERGROUND SEASON 

Slot 1 Play: The Thin Place

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Sept 9, 2024

Technical Rehearsals: Oct 2, 2024

Performances: Oct 17 - Nov 3, 2024

‍Slot 2 Play: Every Brilliant Thing

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Feb 24, 2025

Technical Rehearsals: Mar 28, 2025

Performances: April 3 - 20, 2025

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SPECIAL EVENT

Event: The Women in Theatre New Play Festival

Approximate Rehearsal Start: TBD

Technical Rehearsals: June 4-5, 2025

Performances: June 6, 2025