Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival is a professional theatre company on the campus of DeSales University in Center Valley, PA and the Official Shakespeare Festival of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Each summer, PSF produces a season of Shakespeare and other classics, musical theatre, and children’s theatre, and each fall, PSF produces a Shakespeare tour that visits middle schools and high schools in PA, NJ, and DE. About an hour north of Philadelphia and less than two hours from Manhattan, PSF is summer home to over 200 artists from around the country, including winners and nominees of the Tony, Obie, Emmy, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, Jefferson, and Barrymore awards.

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About PSF:

Heading into its 33rd season the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival operates on the campus of DeSales University. The Festival performs in both the 473 seat mainstage and the 187 seat black box at the Labuda Center for the Performing Arts on campus.  PSF’s company of artists in recent years has included winners and nominees of the Tony, Emmy, Drama Desk, Hayes, Lortel, Jefferson, Barrymore, etc. and headliners from Broadway, television, feature film, etc. Coverage has included The Washington Post, Philadelphia Inquirer, etc., and The New York Times has identified PSF in two recent years as one of the leading summer theatre festivals in the nation.  Each summer PSF produces a season of Shakespeare alongside other classics, musical theatre and children’s theatre.

The Mission of Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival is to enrich, inspire, engage, and entertain the widest possible audience through first-rate professional productions of classical and contemporary plays, with a core commitment to the works of Shakespeare and other dramatists, and through an array of educational outreach and mentorship programs. 

The Festival’s core Values: Quality, Shakespeare, Education, Relationships

Summer 2025 Season: Undiscovered Countries

The season features three plays by William Shakespeare including Hamlet, playing in repertory with Tom Stoppard’s tragicomedy Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, the lesser staged Timon of Athens, and a touring production of Much Ado About Nothing. The season also features Lorraine Hansberry’s landmark drama A Raisin in the Sun, alongside two musical productions: Mel Brooks’; Tony Award-winning The Producers and the new musical Penelope by Alex Bechtel.

Family programming includes a fresh adaptation of Grimms’ fairy tale The Princess and the Frog Prince, and the beloved Shakespeare for Kids series, which brings Hamlet to life for young audiences both at the Festival and through its community library tour.

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PRODUCTION POSITIONS

To apply send cover letter, resume and (3) references (please include the position(s) you are applying for in the subject line) to Director of Production, Matthew F. Lewandowski II: [email protected] 

Contract dates vary slightly by department, but the overall season runs Monday, May 05, 2025 through Wednesday, August 06, 2025. Performances run from Tuesday, May 27 through Sunday, August 03, 2025.

 

Production Management

Assistant Production Manager — POSITION FILLED

Stage Management

Young Company Stage Manager
Friday, May 09, 2025 thru Saturday, August 02, 2025
$450.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Young Company Stage Manager will be responsible for all stage management duties associated with our Young Company touring production and on-site performances. The stage manager is responsible for overseeing all backstage elements, coordinating communication between the director, production management, cast, crew, and technical departments, managing rehearsal schedules, and ensuring the smooth running of a show by calling technical cues during performances, essentially acting as the central hub of the production to guarantee a seamless performance from start to finish. Additionally Stage Manager is charged with driving company van and/or truck as required for touring productions and associated tasks.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical stage management and/or touring environs is required. The Stage Manager, Company Management and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Stage Management Interns
Mid-May May 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$300.00/week + on-site housing provided

Start dates are May 16, May 27 or May 30 for the three different SM intern tracks.  All contracts run thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025 .  Interns will work alongside Equity Stage Managers and Assistant Stage Managers.  There is the opportunity to learn from those you are working with but interns will also have assigned responsibilities ranging from photocopying to prop tracking, feeding lines and helping to run the deck backstage.  Interns will also be a part of the repertory changeover crew.  

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical stage management and/or touring environs is required. The Stage Managers, Company Management and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Scene Shop

Technical Director — POSITION FILLED 

Assistant Technical Director
Thursday, May 08, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$625.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Assistant Technical Director is a key leadership role within the mainstage season at Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival.  The TD is available to help advise and work through options but the ATD must be ready to handle full drafting assignments and work independently.  Additional day to day responsibilities include providing leadership on the shop floor and especially during install, coordinating expenses with production management, communicating with designers especially once they are on site and coordinating build space usage with the Charge Artist and Props Master. 

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical construction and/or touring environs is required . The TD, ATD and Shop Supervisor work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Scene Shop Supervisor
Monday, May 12, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$575.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Scene Shop Supervisor reports directly to the Technical Director.  This position helps to set long term and daily deadlines and schedules.  The Scene Shop Supervisor will have hands on all production builds throughout the season but the primary responsibility is for supervising the carpenters, maintaining the shop, maintaining supply & material inventories, working out build techniques and teaching new and/or advanced skill sets to the newer carps.  Exact construction needs and skills will vary per season but tend to remain in the realm of standard theatrical skills.  Welding and/or rigging experience is important as well but is more atypical.  Solid communication skills, being comfortable with long hours, while maintaining safety practices, and sharing workspace are all important.  Must be capable of teaching on the go.  Must be accustomed to meeting hard deadlines.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical construction and/or touring environs is required. The TD, ATD and Shop Supervisor work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Lead Carpenter
Monday, May 12, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$550.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Lead Carpenter reports directly to the Scene Shop Supervisor.  Works alongside the Scene Shop Supervisor to coordinate with the Technical Director on build decisions.  Helps to set long term and daily deadlines.  Will have hands on all production builds throughout the season.  Exact construction needs and skills will vary per season but tend to remain in the realm of standard theatrical skills.  Welding and/or rigging experience is required as well.  Solid communication skills, being comfortable with long hours, while maintaining safety practices, and sharing workspace are all important.  Must be capable of teaching young carpenters on the go.  Must be accustomed to meeting hard deadlines.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical construction and/or touring environs is required. The carpentry crew works closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Carpenters
Monday, May 12, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$525.00/week + on-site housing provided

We are hiring multiple full season carpenters.  All carpenters report to the Scene Shop Supervisor & Lead Carpenter and will have hands on all production throughout the season.  Exact construction needs and skills will vary per season but tend to remain in the realm of standard theatrical skills.  Welding and/or rigging experience isa plus.  Must be comfortable with long hours, tight working quarters and maintaining positive work conditions. 

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical construction and/or touring environs is required. The carpentry crew works closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Carp Intern
Monday, May 19, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$300.00/week + on-site housing provided

Interns work in the shop alongside our professional staff.  For the most part these are theatrical construction positions but there are opportunities to shadow the Shop Foreman and/or TDs for some additional experience.  Interns will also be a part of the repertory changeover crew.  Familiarity with carpentry and construction are a must, as is experience directly in a professional shop.  Most specialty skills can be learned on site while working.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical construction and/or touring environs is required. The Scene Shop and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Deck Supervisor — POSITION FILLED

Run Crew Intern
Monday, May 19, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$300.00/week + on-site housing provided

Run Crew needs vary but include responsibilities ranging from moving scenic wagons and other stage changes to repairing set pieces, tracking props, basic stage maintenance and assisting stage management responsibilities.  The specifics will truly not take shape until midway through rehearsals but this is an opportunity to be backstage on several of our mainstage shows and experience various departments’ responsibilities during performance.  Must be comfortable in a backstage environment, capable of lifting, good at following detailed directions and asking follow up questions as needed.  

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical construction and/or touring environs is required. The Deck Crew, Scene Shop and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Scenic Artist

Scenic Charge Artist — POSITION FILLED
Scenic Artist— POSITION FILLED 
Scenic Intern — POSITION FILLED

Prop Shop

Props Supervisor
Thursday, May 08, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$625.00/week + on-site housing provided
The Props Supervisor leads a four-person department.  Prop requirements always vary with the needs of the season but range from carpentry to crafts to upholstery to paints to shopping and/or rentals.  There is a decent stock in storage on campus, but we rent quite a bit to supplement all built projects.  Must be able to coordinate between an off-site designer and the rehearsal that is in progress. The Props Supervisor is also responsible for coordinating space use with other departments and for tool usage, maintaining prop storage, dealing with rehearsal prop needs for a very short rehearsal process and tracking a tight budget for multiple shows while still being realistic about directors needing/wanting last minute adds.  

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical props building and acquisition techniques and/or touring environs is required. The Props department, Scene Shop and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Props Assistant (Artisan)— POSITION FILLED

Props Assistant (Carpenter)— POSITION FILLED

Props Intern
Monday, May 19, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$300.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Props Intern works as a part of a four person Props Department.  Props always vary with the needs of the season but range from carpentry to crafts to upholstery to paints.  We look to hire an array of skills across the department so let us know what your strengths are and the team is happy to help teach new skills along the way.  Interns will also be a part of the repertory changeover crew.  Comfortability in trying new techniques and working as a part of a team while learning is a must.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical props building and acquisition techniques and/or touring environs is required. The Props department, Scene Shop and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Costume Shop

Costume Shop Supervisor
Thursday, May 09, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$750.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Costume Shop Supervisor is an integral part of the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s (PSF) summer production team. This position reports directly to the Director of Production. Over the course of a nine-show summer season, the Costume Shop Supervisor responsibilities include, but are not limited to, facilitating communication with all Costume Designers, assisting in scheduling and oversight of all costume shop staffing, infrastructure, stock and rental needs. Further, the Costume Shop Supervisor will work to maintain all established production deadlines, budgets and expenditures, attend production meetings, enforce safe working practices across the Costume Department and coordinate with the DeSales University’s school year Costume Shop department head to ensure a seamless handover of University resources at top of season and upon season conclusion.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs required. The Costume Department, Wardrobe, Hair/Makeup and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Cutter/Draper
Thursday, May 09, 2025 thru Sunday, July 20, 2025
$650.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Cutter/Draper is responsible for working with the Costume Designer and Costume Shop Supervisor in the construction and preparation of all assigned production costumes. The Cutter/Draper needs to be experienced in interpreting sketches and drawings, determining yardage for fabric and trims, fabricating patterns by either draping or flat patterning, fitting and altering costumes to actors, supervising the work of First Hands, Stitchers and Interns, maintaining a clean and safe workspace, and completing assigned costumes within deadlines. The Cutter/Draper needs to be self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively support the shop within the fast-paced summer season.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs is required. The Costume Department, Wardrobe, Hair/Makeup and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

First Hand
Thursday, May 08, 2025 thru Sunday, July 20, 2025
$550.00/week + on-site housing provided

The First Hand assists the Cutter/Draper in the construction of new costumes and the preparation and alteration of stock/rental costumes for use in the productions. The First Hand needs to be experienced in pattern layout and cutting, assisting in fittings and measurements, preparing work for Stitchers and Interns and leading the sewing and construction of assigned costumes, completing hand and finishing work as assigned, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The First Hand needs to be able to follow instructions, work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and effectively support the shop within the fast-paced summer season.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs is required. The Costume Department, Wardrobe, Hair/Makeup and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Assistant First Hand
Thursday, May 08, 2025 thru Sunday, July 20, 2025
$525.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Assistant First Hand assists the Cutter/Draper and First Hand in the construction of new costumes and the preparation and alteration of stock/rental costumes for use in the productions. The Assistant First Hand needs to be experienced in pattern layout and cutting, assisting in fittings and measurements, preparing work for Stitchers and Interns and leading the sewing and construction of assigned costumes, completing hand and finishing work as assigned, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The Assistant First Hand needs to be able to follow instructions, work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and effectively support the shop within the fast-paced summer season.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs is required. The Costume Department, Wardrobe, Hair/Makeup and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Costume Shop Craftsperson
Thursday, May 08, 2025 thru Sunday, July 20, 2025
$525.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Costume Shop Craftsperson is responsible for working with the Costume Designer and Costume Shop Manager in the creation, construction, and preparation of all costume crafts, including but not limited to millinery, footwear, jewelry, masks, etc. The Craftsperson needs to be experienced in interpreting sketches and drawings, creating costume craft items from a variety of materials, fabricating patterns for craft items, fitting performers, modifying stock items, and maintaining a clean and safe workspace. The Craftsperson needs to be self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively support the shop within the fast-paced summer season.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs is required. The Costume Department, Wardrobe, Hair/Makeup and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Costume Shop Stitcher — POSITION FILLED

Costume Shop Intern
Monday, May 19, 2025 thru Sunday, July 20, 2025
$300.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Costume Shop Intern works under the supervision of the Cutter/Draper and First Hand in the preparation and creation of all assigned production. The Costume Shop Interns should have beginner-intermediate level experience in sewing by hand and machine, basic alterations, garment construction, finishing assigned projects in a timely manner, and maintaining a clean and safe workspace. The Costume Shop Intern needs to be able to follow instructions and work independently within the fast-paced summer season.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs is required. The Costume Department, Wardrobe, Hair/Makeup and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Costume Shop Management Intern
Monday, May 12, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$300.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Costume Shop Management Intern will assist the Costume Shop Manager throughout the season with budget tracking and other administrative and costume related duties. The Costume Shop Management Intern should have strong organizational skills, the ability to work productively under time pressures, and the ability to meet deadlines. The Costume Shop Management  Intern will assist with shopping, rentals, stock management, strike at the end of season, and assisting with costume construction as needed. The Costume Shop Management Intern will assist in coordinating and organizing rentals for productions. Candidates should have experience working in the theatre, be highly organized with excellent communication skills, and have beginning construction and alteration skills. Costume Shop Management Intern needs to be able to follow instructions and work independently within the fast-paced summer season.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs is required. The Costume Department, Wardrobe, Hair/Makeup and Production Management work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Wardrobe

Wardrobe Supervisor— POSITION FILLED

Wardrobe Assistant (Stitcher) — POSITION FILLED

Wardrobe Assistant (Crafts)
Monday, May 19, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$400.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Wardrobe Assistant (Crafts) works under the supervision of the Wardrobe Supervisor and the Costume Shop Manager. At the beginning of the season, the Wardrobe Assistant (Crafts) will work in the Costume Shop with the Craftsperson in the preparation and creation of all assigned production costume crafts as the Costume Crafts Assistant. The Wardrobe Assistant (Crafts) must have experience in a variety of costume crafts, beginning-intermediate costume construction skills, finishing assigned projects in a timely manner, and maintaining a clean and safe workspace. As the season progresses, the Wardrobe Assistant (Crafts) shifts to split Wardrobe Crew and Shop responsibilities and after the musical opens full Wardrobe Crew. The Wardrobe Assistant (Crafts) will be the Wardrobe Crew point-person for the maintenance and repair of costume craft items. The Wardrobe Assistant (Crafts) assists the Wardrobe Supervisor in the training of the Wardrobe Interns. The Wardrobe Assistant (Crafts) will provide costume assistance to actors in their dressing rooms and/or backstage and perform daily maintenance, repairs, and laundry for assigned productions. The Wardrobe Assistant (Crafts) will assist with Strike at the end of the Season. The Wardrobe Assistant (Crafts) needs to be able to follow instructions, maintain a professional demeanor when working backstage with performers, and work independently within the fast-paced summer season.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs is required. The Wardrobe, Wig/Hair & Make-Up, Costume and Production Management departments work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Wardrobe Interns
Monday, May 19, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$300.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Wardrobe Interns work under the supervision of the Wardrobe Supervisor and the Costume Shop Manager. During non-show weeks, the Wardrobe Interns will work in the Costume Shop with the Cutter/Draper and First Hand in the preparation and creation of all assigned production. The Wardrobe Interns will provide costume assistance to actors in their dressing rooms and/or backstage. Wardrobe Interns will assist with Strike at the end of the Season. The Wardrobe Interns needs to be able to follow instructions, maintain a professional demeanor when working backstage with performers, and work independently within the fast-paced summer season.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs is required. The Wardrobe, Wig/Hair & Make-Up, Costume and Production Management departments work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Wardrobe Assistant (Musical Dresser)
Sunday, May 25, 2025 thru Sunday, June 29, 2025
$400.00/week + on-site housing provided

The track is specifically for the musical, The Producers.  The position starts just before tech and you will be joining the Wardrobe Supervisor and interns to help during one of the more challenging productions of the season.  Mostly straight forward wardrobe work with the expectation of some finishing off notes during tech to help the shop, handling basic maintenance issues and daily laundry.  The musical has a cast of 20+.  Learning the ropes quickly, calm under pressure and helping to set actors at ease are all important. 

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs is required. The Wardrobe, Wig/Hair & Make-Up, Costume and Production Management departments work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Wig/Hair & Make-Up Department

Wig & Make-Up Supervisor
Thursday, May 08, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$625.00/week + on-site housing provided

The wig/hair and make-up Supervisor is part of a a three-person team led by the Supervisor who works directly with the various costume designers and the Costume Shop Supervisor.  Once designs are settled, the Supervisor works with the assistant and intern to ensure all looks are taught to each actor and/or wardrobe, assists those with more complicated looks or multiple changes to maintain the design on a nightly basis and all wigs are maintained for the full season run.  The Festival does have a small stock that we pull from but relies on rentals that need to be treated well and returned in top condition to maintain our ongoing rental relationships.  PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. The Supervisor must be comfortable mentoring others and teaching an assistant and intern who is often a young professional just getting into hair/wig/make-up.  Some run responsibilities are possible. 

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs is required. The Wig/Hair & Make-Up, Wardrobe, Costume and Production Management departments work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Assistant Wig & Make-up Supervisor
Monday, May 12, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$500.00/week + on-site housing provided

The wig/hair and make-up department is a three-person team that works directly with the various costume designers.  The department ensure all looks are taught to each actor and/or wardrobe, assists those with more complicated looks or multiple changes to maintain the design on a nightly basis and all wigs are maintained for the full season run.  The Assistant will have some run responsibilities once shows begin to tech. Professional hair/wig experience is not required but some amount of theatrical wig experience is preferred.  Basic wig maintenance experience is preferred, but specific techniques can be taught as needed.  Experience as a dresser is a plus since this person may be used to assist with costume quick changes in addition to wig changes. PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. This position is often filled by someone becoming interested in this niche of theatre and is up for the challenge of learning a lot, quickly, while on the job.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs is required. The Wig/Hair & Make-Up, Wardrobe, Costume and Production Management departments work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Wig and Makeup Intern
Monday, May 12, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$300.00/week + on-site housing provided

The wig and makeup intern will work as a part of the wig and makeup team.  While there will be some wig maintenance duties, the wig and makeup intern will be primarily responsible for assisting performers both before and during performances as needed, sometimes working with performers from multiple productions at the same time.  Basic wig maintenance experience is preferred, but specific techniques can be taught as needed.  Experience as a dresser is a plus since this person may be used to assist with costume quick changes in addition to wig changes.  PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. This position is often filled by someone becoming interested in this niche of theatre and is up for the challenge of learning a lot, quickly, while on the job.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical costuming and/or touring environs is required. The Wig/Hair & Make-Up, Wardrobe, Costume and Production Management departments work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Electrics Department

Lighting Supervisor — POSITION FILLED
Assistant Lighting Supervisor— POSITION FILLED 
Staff Electrician — POSITION FILLED
Lighting Interns— POSITIONS FILLED
Follow Spot Operators— POSITIONS FILLED 
Assistant Lighting Designer— POSITION FILLED

Sound Department

Sound Supervisor
Thursday, May 08, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$625.00/week + on-site housing provided

The Sound Supervisor leads a staff of (6) six. The team is composed of an Assistant Lighting Designer, (2) Assistant Sound Supervisors, (3) Sound Interns.  The Sound Department plans, hangs, tunes and runs and maintains shows in two venues throughout the season.  The position must be comfortable working with and teaching young professionals/interns while still meeting deadlines and standards of professional excellence.   Must be comfortable working at heights including grid walking, working in genies, basic ladder work, working with varying types of sound consoles, coordinating rentals, troubleshooting, meeting tight deadlines and working as a hands-on supervisor.  Each season varies but there is often practical integration into the scenery requiring soldering and wiring. Experience with the Yamaha CL series consoles, QLab and Dante is required.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical lighting and electrics and/or touring environs is required. The Sound and Production Management departments work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Assistant Sound Supervisor — POSITION FILLED

Sound Intern
Monday, May 19, 2025 thru Wednesday, August 06, 2025
$300.00/week + on-site housing provided

Works with the Sound Supervisor and Assistant to maintain the sound system of the performing arts center.  There are also show specific adds/installs that will happen along the way.  Additional responsibilities include looking after On The Green, our daily live music in front of the building during preshow hours, run responsibilities on various shows (either board op-ing and/or A2 responsibilities), general maintenance and especially microphone maintenance. Interns will also serve on the repertory changeover crew.

PSF’s summer festival is a fast-paced work environment necessitating strong multitasking and data tracking skills. An ideal candidate will be team and goal oriented and receptive to the adaptive problem solving required to mitigate the ever-evolving needs of a vigorous summer festival season. Patience and mediation skills are required to ensure a professional and inclusive work environment at all times. Established experience in theatrical lighting and electrics and/or touring environs is required. The Sound and Production Management departments work closely together to ensure a smooth and inclusive work environment at all times. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities. Safety and precision are our foremost priorities.

Overhire

General Overhire
If you are local (or in our general area) and looking for periodic work but not full summer jobs let us know!  We are always looking to expand our database of available hands/skilled workers.  Include a resume, your expected availability (if you know it) between May and August, and what various departments you work in.  No specific deadline here, feel free to submit your info at any time.

Company Management

Company Manager — POSITION FILLED 

Associate Company Manager — POSITION FILLED 

Assistant Company Manager — POSITION FILLED 
 

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ADMINISTRATIVE & MANAGEMENT POSITIONS

Education and Community Engagement

EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT INTERN
Seeking an organized, driven individual with a sense of humor and an interest or experience in theatre education and community engagement. Ability to communicate and collaborate (with staff members, artists, students, and community members) is a must.
Photography and/or videography skills are a plus but not required.

Internship Responsibilities Include:
-Provide administrative support in proofreading, communication, organization, set up, etc.
-Serve as administrative liaison for some of PSF’s “Play On!” Community Tour of Much Ado About Nothing and Relaxed Performances
-Assist Director of Education in the planning and execution of PSF’s annual Community Day event.
-Assist Director of Education in the planning and execution of PSF’s Summer Educator Intensive.
-Coordinate additional tasks set by Director of Education for PSF’s accessibility and educational programs

Benefits include:
-Stipend: $300/week; Ten week internship
-College credit as available through your academic institution
-Educational and career-coaching opportunities
-Complimentary tickets to PSF performances
-Invitations to company-wide events with actors, designers, and other artists
-Experience the education/administration side of a professional producing theatre company
-Housing will be provided to you

Application Process:
To be considered please submit the following application materials to Kim Carson, Director of Education and Community Engagement at [email protected]
-A letter of interest: please introduce yourself and make a statement about why you would like/are a good fit for this position.
-A current resume
-All applicants under consideration will interview with Kim.

Management

ADMIN—MANAGEMENT INTERN
May 12-Aug 6, 2025
The Administrative-Management Intern will assist the Managing Director + Festival admin staff in the day-to-day responsibilities and tasks of their positions including, but not limited to, human resources, special events, accessibility, souvenir + concession management, database maintenance, list analysis, website, financial tracking, archives, proof reading, online research, etc. The intern will also assist House Management, Company Management, and some other departments on projects as needed. Previous office work and experience with Microsoft Office Suite preferred. Salary is $300/wk and housing is provided.

To apply, please send resume, cover letter and references to Managing Director Casey William Gallagher: [email protected].

 

Box Office

Box Office Associate — POSITION FILLED
Box Office Interns— POSITIONS FILLED

House Management

HOUSE MANAGEMENT

House Manager — POSITION FILLED
Assistant House Manager— POSITION FILLED

CASTING CALL:     TRAVIS YOUNGER

PRODUCTION:                   A Raisin in the Sun

Playwright:                          Lorraine Hansberry

Director:                                 Akeem Davis

Audition Date:                   Sunday, February 16, 2025

Audition Time:                   12 PM – 1:30 PM By Appointment ([email protected] SUBJECT: TRAVIS)

Location:                                The Acting Studio at the Labuda Center for the Performing Arts

Desales University Campus

2755 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA 18034

PRODCUTION DESCRIPTION:  Set on Chicago’s South Side, A Raisin in the Sun follows the Younger family as they confront poverty, racism, and conflicting dreams after the death of their father. A life insurance check sparks tension as each member imagines a different future. Lorraine Hansberry’s powerful drama explores identity, family, and the search for dignity amid adversity.

CHARACTER DESCRIPTION:  Travis Younger

Age Range:        9–12-years old

Gender:                Male (or male-identifying)

Ethnicity:             African American

Vocal Range:     Spoken role; no singing required.

Travis Younger is the lively, hopeful son of Walter Lee and Ruth Younger. Though he is the youngest member of the household, he carries a sense of curiosity and optimism that often brings light to the family’s struggles. His presence embodies the future and the possibilities the family yearns for, highlighting both their joys and anxieties about what lies ahead.

Audition Requirements:

1. Prepared Reading:
   • Performers may also bring a short (1-minute) contemporary monologue that showcases emotional range and youthfulness.
   • Sides will be provided from A Raisin in the Sun, specifically Travis’s scenes.
2. Headshot and Résumé: Please bring a printed headshot (professional or recent clear photo) and an updated résumé.
3. Availability: Be prepared to provide any conflict dates for rehearsals and performances.
4. Relevant Dates:
   • Rehearsals Begin: June 3, 2025
   • Previews Begin: June 25, 2025
   • Opening:                                       June 27, 2025
   • Closing: July 13, 2025

Additional Notes:

• We welcome both seasoned young performers and newcomers alike.
• We are committed to an inclusive and respectful audition environment.

For more details or to secure an audition slot, please contact:  [email protected]

 

DANCE CALL NYC: By Appointment and Walk-in

Location: Pearl Studios NYC, 500 8th Ave. NY, NY, 10018
Date: February 24, 2025
Time: 10 AM- 6 PM (Men 10 am – 1 PM, Women 2 pm- 6 pm)

We are looking for the triple-threat performers who can sing, tap, and bring their authentic humor to the ENSEMBLE of the 2025 Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s production, The Producers, with director Jennifer Childs, music director Chris Burcheri, and choreographer Tara Jeanne Valle. We strongly value a diverse and inclusive cast and welcome artists of color to audition. This audition is open to both equity and non-equity.

Walk-ins will be seen as time allows:

• Men 10AM – 1PM
• Women 2PM- 6PM
• Next day callbacks will be scheduled. Please be available.

Women, bring character heels and heel-tap shoes. Men, bring tap shoes and jazz flats. Be prepared to sing 16-bars Broadway up-tempo.  Bring 2 copies of your resume and headshot stapled together. Next day callbacks will be scheduled.

To schedule an audition: Email with the subject line: FEBRUARY OPEN CALL.  In the body of the email, include your name, hometown (i.e. NYC, Philly, Lehigh Valley, contact information, and dance call group time request to [email protected].

Role Descriptions:
Ensemble: Excellent singer-dancer actor with strong comedic timing. Parts and specialties will be assigned. An understudy will be cast from the ensemble.

Max Bialystock (30-50s): has-been Broadway producer, with a personality that combines cunning, bravado, and vulnerability. Good singer with excellent physical and verbal comedy skills. (Role is cast, U/S only).

Leo Bloom (20-40s): a nervous and unassuming accountant who emerges into an adventurous and confident producer. Leo is intelligent, endearing, and essential to the comedic and emotional journey of the musical.  (Role is cast, U/S only).

Franz Liebkind (30-50s): A deranged playwright of the musical Springtime for Hitler. Requires a German accent, good singing, strong physical presence, and excellent ability to handle comedic material. (Role is cast, U/S only).

Roger Debris (30-50s): An eccentric director with a flair for drama and camp. Needs strong comedic abilities and presence.

Carmen Ghia (20-30s): flamboyant and fiercely loyal assistant to Roger DeBris. Strong comedic abilities and presence.  (Role is cast, U/S only).

Ulla (20-30s): a Swedish actress/secretary and the love interest of Leo. Great singing voice, strong dancing, excellent comedic abilities.

All Ethnicities are strongly encouraged to attend.

VIDEO SUBMISSION:

Following our in-person auditions, we will begin exploring our video submissions.

Video submissions should be made using the following google form:  https://forms.gle/XJjrBBQiiApPrYQx5

The form requires a resume, headshot, and an unlisted YouTube link of your audition; please prepare a monologue no longer than 3 minutes, or any combination of song and monologue not exceeding 3 minutes.

Please be sure to let us know if you are local to the Lehigh Valley area!

 

MORE INFORMATION

Summer 2025 Season:
The Producers
Hamlet
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead
A Raisin in the Sun
Timon of Athens
The Princess and The Frog Prince
Shakespeare for Kids
“Play On!” Community Tour: Much Ado About Nothing

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Summer Season Casting Details

PSF employs 25-35 AEA and a smaller number of non-union actors each summer. PSF operates under a Letter of Agreement and a Small Professional Theatre Contract with Actors’ Equity Association in its two theatres. Employment length is typically 6-7 weeks from the first rehearsal to final performance. Longer contracts for multiple shows. Housing is provided.

Please note that undergraduate acting internships are open ONLY to students attending DeSales University, the Festival’s host institution. As such, students from other undergraduate theatre programs, including current graduating seniors, are ineligible to audition for PSF’s summer season but are welcome to apply for technical, staff, and front-of-house positions.

For more information about auditions, email [email protected].

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ABOUT PSF:

A leading Shakespeare festival with an emerging national reputation for excellence, Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival is a professional theatre company on the campus of DeSales University.

Each summer, PSF produces a season of Shakespeare and other classics, musical theatre, and children’s theatre. About an hour north of Philadelphia and less than two hours from Manhattan, PSF is summer home to over 200 artists from around the country, including winners and nominees of the Tony, Obie, Emmy, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, Jefferson, and Barrymore awards. Every year 40,000-50,000 patrons attend PSF from 30+ states – over 1,000,000 patrons from 50 states and many countries since 1992.

Our Mission and Values:

The Mission of Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival is to enrich, inspire, engage, and entertain the widest possible audience through first-rate professional productions of classical and contemporary plays, with a core commitment to the works of Shakespeare and other dramatists, and through an array of educational outreach and mentorship programs.

 

WillPower Education Tour

WillPower is the educational outreach program of Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival. PSF sends a company of professionally trained and experienced actors/teachers to schools in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware to teach workshops and perform in a Shakespeare play. WillPower employs non-union performers and a non-union stage manager.  The WillPower Tour traditionally runs in the fall with auditions and casting occurring in the summer.