Signature Theatre Arts and Diversity Fellowship

Description

Signature Theatre, one of New York’s leading Off-Broadway theatres, is seeking one fellow for an approximately eight-month, full-time, temporary position spanning three productions:
King of the Yees, Miles For Mary, and Angela’s Mixtape. Working closely with Signature staff, the fellow will receive hands‑on training and provide administrative and logistical support across General and Company Management, Production, Marketing, Development, Artistic, and Operations. The fellowship combines structured departmental rotations, mentorship, professional development, and a final project.

Signature Theatre is an artistic home for storytellers. By producing several plays from each resident writer, Signature offers a deep dive into their bodies of work. Founded in 1991 by James Houghton, Signature serves its mission by hosting our distinctive playwright residencies at our home at The Pershing Square Signature Center, a three‑theatre facility on West 42nd Street designed by Frank Gehry Architects.

The Center supports and encourages collaboration among artists, cultural organizations, and local communities by providing free, public access throughout the space. In addition to its three theatres, the Center features a studio theatre, a rehearsal studio and a public café and bar. Since its founding, Signature has received over 100 awards and in 2014 became the first New York theatre to receive the Regional Tony Award.

Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theatre field and aligning with Signature theatre’s institutional goals and priorities focused on playwrights, community and access are strongly encouraged to apply.

Signature is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility and welcomes candidates who have demonstrable experience advocating for underrepresented communities.

Please read our commitment to creating a theatre focused on EDIA at signature theatre.org

This is an entry‑level position for someone interested in a career in theatre administration, production, or artistic leadership. Selection will be based on demonstrated interest and commitment to the arts and the ability to explain how the fellowship will support the applicant’s growth. Résumés should focus on meaningful experiences, responsibilities, and achievements and may include professional, academic, or personal pursuits. Traditional theatre experience is not required.

The fellowship will begin no later than Friday, October 23, 2026, with an earlier start possible based on availability, and continue through Sunday, June 20, 2027.

• Interest in a career in theatre administration, production, or artistic leadership, and a demonstrated commitment to the arts.
• At least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States.
• Based in, or willing to relocate to, New York State for the duration of the fellowship.

The fellow will participate in structured rotations across three productions, learning how departments adapt budgets, schedules, company support, marketing, and outreach to each show’s needs. The fellow will be supervised by the Marketing Manager of Audience and Community Engagement and receive training from department-specific mentors. Responsibilities will develop as the fellow gains experience and will include supervised administrative support, participation in meetings, audience and community engagement, and work on an agreed final project.

Departments include:

• Artistic
• Production
• General & Company Management
• Marketing & Audience Development
• Development and Fundraising
• Operations, Community Engagement, and Audience Services

The fellowship will run from October 23, 2026 through June 20, 2027, spanning King of the Yees,…