Job Description / Duties

The Apprenticeship October 20 – November 28, 2014

The Apprenticeship will be an introduction to the workings of a large, unionized prop shop in a regional theatre. The successful candidate will become a permit worker with IATSE Local 828 for the duration of the apprenticeship.

Under the supervision of the Head of Props, Natalie Kearns, the Apprenticeship programme will include constructing props, planning and examining building materials and supporting the rehearsal hall for The Grand Theatre’s Holiday Season production.

Qualifications / Required Skills

The Candidate

The candidate will be a graduate of a theatre school programme or university equivalent and will have at least 1 year of professional work experience. The successful candidate will be creative, curious and passionate about theatre and have the ability to work in a team environment. A portfolio demonstrating skill sets would be an asset.

Additional Information

The Grand Theatre is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Please respond by e-mail with a cover letter and resume by March 28, 2014

Salary: TBA

Contact Information

Andrea Surich
Production Manager
471 Richmond St.
London, Ontario N6A 3E4

Tel : 519-672-9030 X 257

Fax: 519-672-2620

e-mail:  

Employer Profile

The Grand Theatre

The Grand Theatre produces seven professional productions on its MainStage and presents/produces smaller shows in its studio space, the McManus Theatre. The MainStage is an 839-seat proscenium theatre with a full fly system. The McManus is a 150-seat studio theatre with a catwalk system.