2025-2026 Call for Production Teams

Duluth Playhouse is currently accepting applicants of all skill levels for the following positions for our 2025-2026 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 Duluth Playhouse is to create opportunities in theatrical arts that educate, entertain, and engage the region. Founded in 1914, the Playhouse is among the oldest theatres in the nation. The Playhouse produces 13 productions annually across its Main Stage, Youth Theatre, and Underground seasons.

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: 
  
  • 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. All positions are paid. 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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2025/2026 Duluth Playhouse 

Season Dates

NORSHOR MAINSTAGE SEASON

Slot 1 Musical: Million Dollar Quartet

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Aug 4, 2025

Technical Rehearsals: Sept 2, 2025

Performances: Sept 12-28, 2025

Slot 2 Musical: Disney’s Frozen

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Oct 13, 2025

Technical Rehearsals: Nov 10, 2025

Performances: Nov 22 - Dec 21, 2025

‍Slot 3 Play: Dial M for Murder

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Dec 15, 2025

Technical Rehearsals: Jan 20, 2026

Performances: Jan 30 - Feb 8 2026 

Slot 4 Musical: Little Shop of Horrors

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Feb 2, 2026

Technical Rehearsals: Mar 3, 2026

Performances: Mar 13 - 29, 2026

Slot 5 Play: The Comedy of Errors

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Apr 27, 2026

Technical Rehearsals: May 18, 2026

Performances: May 29 - Jun 7, 2026

Slot 6 Musical: Legally Blonde: The Musical

Approximate Rehearsal Start: June 1, 2026

Technical Rehearsals: Jun 26, 2026

Performances: July 10-26, 2026

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YOUTH THEATRE

Slot 1 Musical: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Aug 18, 2025

Technical Rehearsals: Oct 2, 2025

Performances: Oct 10-14, 2025

Slot 2 Musical: Seussical Jr. 

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Mar 2, 2026

Technical Rehearsals: Apr 14, 2026

Performances: Apr 24-28, 2026

Slot 3 Musical: Hadestown: Teen Edition

Daytime Rehearsals and Tech

Approximate Rehearsal Start: July 13, 2026

Technical Rehearsals: Aug 4, 2026

Performances: Aug 7-9, 2026

Slot 4 Musical: Honk! Jr. 

Daytime Rehearsals and Tech

Approximate Rehearsal Start: July 20, 2026

Technical Rehearsals: Aug 11, 2026

Performances: Aug 14-16, 2026

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UNDERGROUND

 Slot 1 Play: The Shark is Broken

Approximate Rehearsal Start: Sept 22, 2025

Technical Rehearsals: Oct 17, 2025

Performances: Oct 23 - Nov 2, 2025

‍Slot 2 Play: White Rabbit Red Rabbit

Performances: Feb 19 - March 1 (Potential to extend 3rd weekend)

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SPECIAL EVENT

Event: The Women in Theatre New Play Festival

Approximate Rehearsal Start: TBD 

Technical Rehearsals: June 11, 2026

Performances: June 12, 2026