GCA Tour Actor

Reports to:

Arts Education Programs Manager
Classification:
Non-exempt
Status:
Part-time

Schedule:

January-April

The Gallo Center for the Arts (GCA) is a state-of-the-art performing arts complex located in the heart of vibrant downtown Modesto, CA. The Gallo Center features two indoor performance venues—the 1,248-seat Mary Stuart Rogers Theater and the 440-seat Foster Family Theater —as well as year-round outdoor community programming in the Modesto Rotary Music Garden. The mission of the Gallo Center is to enrich the quality of life in the San Joaquin Valley by providing an inspirational civic gathering place where regional, national, and international cultural activities illuminate, educate, and entertain.

The Gallo Center celebrates the diversity of our community by offering an array of cultural opportunities designed to appeal to and be accessible to all. For more information about the Gallo Center for the Arts, please visit Gallo Arts.org.

GCA on Tour brings the wonder of live theater directly to the students with locally produced touring productions, residencies and workshops created specifically for school sites.

Actors are responsible for bringing scripted characters to life in theatrical, musical, or other live performance productions. This role requires collaboration with directors, fellow cast members, designers, and production staff to deliver compelling and engaging performances that align with the production's creative vision. Actors must maintain a high level of professionalism, commitment, and flexibility throughout rehearsal and performance periods.

• Learn, memorize, and accurately perform lines, lyrics, choreography, and stage directions as scripted.
• Interpret character and contribute creatively to the development of a cohesive production under the guidance of the director.
• Attend and participate fully in all scheduled rehearsals, , fittings, and performances.
• Collaborate with fellow actors, directors, and production teams to achieve the artistic vision.
• Take direction and notes from the director, stage manager, and other production personnel, incorporating feedback to improve performance.
• Participate in promotional activities, including interviews, photo/video shoots, and community engagement events as requested.
• Maintain vocal, physical, and emotional health to meet the demands of rehearsals and performances.
• Adhere to all company policies and production rules, including safety, professionalism, and punctuality.
• Assist in the care and maintenance of costumes, props, and rehearsal/performance spaces as needed.
• Take an active role in the unloading and loading for tour vehicles and set up of the performance space (including scenic, props and costumes).

• Participate in ongoing professional development and self-directed learning as provided by the Company.
• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Be able to think and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
• May drive on company business.
• Present a positive view of GCA to the community.
• Comply with all GCA policies and procedures, including but not limited to workplace safety, reporting work-related injuries, Infection Control, and preventing potential safety risks for staff, clients, and others.
• Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee loyees are expected to report to work as scheduled, on time, and prepared to begin their workday. Employees are also expected to remain at work for their entire work schedule. Late arrivals, early departures, or other absences from scheduled hours are disruptive and should be avoided.
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