Experience required. The director is the creative head of a theatrical production. They are responsible for interpreting the script, developing the vision for the production, and guiding the actors in their performances. Directors work closely with the designers and other members of the production team to create a cohesive and effective production. They lead rehearsals, make creative choices, and work with the actors to develop their characters and performances. The director is the final authority on all aspects of the production, from blocking to costumes to lighting, and their vision and decisions guide the entire production process.

Assists the director. Great for people with theatre experience who want to lear about directing.

Experience required. A choreographer is responsible for creating and designing dance sequences and movements in a stage production, film, or other performance. They work closely with the director and actors to ensure that the dance routines complement the story and characters, and they may also collaborate with the music director to synchronize the movements with the music. The choreographer may audition and select dancers for the production, and may also be responsible for training and rehearsing them.

Experience required. The music director is responsible for overseeing and directing the musical aspects of a production. They work with the composer, conductor, and performers to ensure that the music is performed to the highest standards. The music director may also be responsible for creating and arranging musical compositions, coordinating rehearsals and performances, and managing the musicians and music staff. They collaborate closely with the other creative and technical departments to ensure that the music supports and enhances the overall production.

The perfect place to start if you're new to theatre or new to Stage 43. Assistants support, department personnel in their efforts. They are typically assigned to a specific department position such as costumes or set builders. Their tasks relate to those departments and the commitment can vary depending on those tasks. Let us know what tasks you're interested in and we'll help you get started!

A production manager is responsible for overseeing the various aspects of a production, such as scheduling, budgeting, and coordinating the various teams involved in the production, including technical, creative, and design personnel. They work closely with the director and designers to ensure that the production runs smoothly and within budget, and they may also be responsible for finding volunteers and managing crew, securing necessary permits and licenses, and managing logistics such as transportation and accommodation for the production team. The production manager is often the central point of communication for the various teams involved in a production, and they play a critical role in ensuring that everyone is working together towards a common goal.

Sourcing products/services to be given as door prizes at performances; no experience needed, but confidence in approaching local businesses is an asset.

Helping us get the word out about the production in a variety of ways.

One or more performances (BONUS - watch the show for free, as seating permits); no experience needed, just a friendly nature and willingness to interact with patrons; greet patrons, hand out door prize ballots, sell 50/50 and raffle tickets, help Executive member with prize draws.

The perfect place to start if you're new to theatre or new to Stage 43. Assistants support, department personnel in their efforts. They are typically assigned to a specific department position such as costumes or set builders. Their tasks relate to those departments and the commitment can vary depending on those tasks. Let us know what tasks you're interested in and we'll help you get started!

Experience in portable/lightweight theatre set design preferred; consults with the director, liaises with the set builder; designs set as required, keeping in mind budget, space, and logistical limitations.

Experience in taking measurements and sewing preferred; source costumes, sometimes sew from scratch; attends some rehearsals, as well as dress rehearsal and performance nights to assist in costume changes and make repairs as needed.

Attends some rehearsals to become familiar with the show, must be available for load-in day and tech rehearsal; experience in stage lighting required; in consultation with director and theatre tech crew, design lighting for the show.

Attends some rehearsals to become familiar with the show; no experience needed, but a wide knowledge of music and sound recordings is an asset; in consultation with the director, sources and compiles all sound effects and music for the show, including pre-show and intermission music soundtracks.

Attends most or all rehearsals, tech/dress rehearsals, and performances; no experience needed, but knowledge of potential sources an asset; crafting ability also sometimes required; attention to detail and familiarity with theatre protocol an asset; works off a list and in consultation with director/stage manager to source/gather props as needed; some props may need to be created or modified; ensure prop placement, care, repairs during performances.

No experience needed; experience in paint effects an asset; painting walls and other set pieces as required.

Experience in stage make-up/hair preferred; attends some rehearsals, dress rehearsal and all performance dates OR - if done as consultation/instruction for cast (so they can do their own) - a few rehearsals.

The perfect place to start if you're new to theatre or new to Stage 43. Assistants support, department personnel in their efforts. They are typically assigned to a specific department position such as costumes or set builders. Their tasks relate to those departments and the commitment can vary depending on those tasks. Let us know what tasks you're interested in and we'll help you get started!

Attends auditions, all rehearsals and all performances; no experience needed, but well-suited for a highly-organized individual; acts as the director's representative, handles scheduling, runs rehearsals, updates script, stays on book for lines and blocking, during run of show is in charge and calls all cues.

Assists the Stage Manager. Attends some rehearsals and performances; no experience needed.

Attends some rehearsals to become familiar with the show, must be available for load-in day and attend tech/dress rehearsals and all performances; no experience needed, but familiarity with a sound board/sound system an asset; runs all sound cues.

Attends some rehearsals to become familiar with the show, must be available for load-in day and attend tech/dress rehearsals and all performances; no experience needed; runs all light cues.

In addition to construction time, must attend load-in day and final performance night (to construct/deconstruct set); experience in construction required, experience in set construction an asset; using set design plans, and in consultation with the director, construct set and set pieces.

Attends some rehearsals to become familiar with the show, must be available for load-in day and attend tech/dress rehearsals and all performances; no experience needed, but familiarity with theatre protocol an asset; backstage on headset, in contact with the stage manager to advise them as needed; may also need to assist with prop retrieval or placement, as well as costume changes.

The perfect place to start if you're new to theatre or new to Stage 43. Assistants support, department personnel in their efforts. They are typically assigned to a specific department position such as costumes or set builders. Their tasks relate to those departments and the commitment can vary depending on those tasks. Let us know what tasks you're interested in and we'll help you get started!