Lilly Theater Stage Management Intern Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

The Lilly Theater Stage Management Intern will work closely with the production directors and stage manager during rehearsals for the Lilly Theater’s spring production. Once the show opens, the intern will work with the full Lilly Theater team to maintain the production and help run the house during shows.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the stage manager in taking notes during rehearsals
• Assist with running tech and sound during rehearsals
• Assist with setting and resetting the stage for rehearsal
• Help maintain the production and run the house during shows once the production opens

Compensation: $15.50/hour

Duration:Spring 2027

Schedule:PT (15 hours/week)

Deadline:ASAP (estimated early November 2026)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of 0 to 2 years of college coursework
• Preferred major or field of study:
  Theater Stage Management
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work closely as part of a team
• Experience running shows and calling cues
• Previous experience in Theater Stage Management preferred
• Part-time position, approximately 15 hours per week
• Note:
  
  production and performance schedules likely require some evening and weekend availability.

ADA REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate effectively with the production team, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to move throughout theater spaces during rehearsals and performances, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods as needed, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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