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CASTING BREAKDOWN

• TJ Loves Sally 4 Ever

  SALLY- College student, Black, Female-Identifying. Hella smart. (must have comfortability in step, tap, and twerking)

  TJ- Dean of students. Also smart. White, Male-Identifying. (must have comfortability tap and twerking)

  ANNETTE- Sally’s friend. Black, Female-Identifying. She’s pre-med. She don’t have time for this. (must have comfortability in step, tap, and twerking)

  PAM- Sally’s other friend. Black, Female-Identifying. She’s pre-law. She is better than you. (must have comfortability in step, tap, and twerking)

  HAROLD- Sally’s classmate. Black, Male-Identifying.

Local Readings & Workshops
We understand that the best way to experience a script is live and on its feet, and so we try to see as many local staged readings, workshops and world premieres as possible. If your play is receiving a public reading or performance, e-mail information on the date, time, and responsible theatre company to submissions@speakeasystage.com, and we’ll make every effort to have a representative attend.

Unsolicited Submissions from New York & Non-Local Playwrights
SpeakEasy Stage accepts submissions from agents and development organizations in the United States, Canada, and the UK. Please send all inquiries to submissions@speakeasystage.com.

• Arts Administration

  Administrative Interns gain exposure to all facets of managing a mid-sized non-profit theatre company, working closely with the Artistic, Development, Marketing, and Production departments as they:

  • Prepare dramaturgical and marketing materials for upcoming productions
  • Coordinate and assist with special events, readings and benefits
  • Lay the groundwork for donor and audience engagement initiatives
  • Read and Assess script submissions from local and national writers
  • Build relationship with audiences and volunteers

  Interns will be expected both to help with general office duties, and also take on and manage a wide variety of necessary tasks throughout the semester. Candidates with a passion and love of theatre, good writing and computer skills, and a gregarious, outgoing, and enthusiastic personality will be the best fit for this position. Arts Administrative internships are directly supervised by Dominique Burford, Administrative Associate.

  To apply, please submit:

  • A cover letter indicating your areas of interest and experience, your preferred start date, weekly availability (if available), and whether you plan to receive college credit for your internship
  • A resume or resumes detailing both your administrative and theatrical experience
  • The names and contact information of three references
  • A writing sample 1 to 2 pages max (optional)

  Application materials should be e-mailed to info@speakeasystage.com, with the position to which you are applying in the subject heading.

• Marketing

  Marketing Interns assist SpeakEasy’s marketing team as they:

  • Plan production marketing campaigns, including poster and postcard design, web design, ad placement, promotions, group sales, special events, business partnerships and more
  • Work with the press to ensure a show gets maximum exposure, including photos, preview articles, reviews, and features
  • Enact public relations efforts, including community building and outreach, educational efforts, and charity donations Interact with patrons and subscribers, and help the public learn about a production from all sides

  Candidates for this internship should be motivated, with good people skills, computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office (familiarity with Adobe Photoshop is a plus). The ideal applicant will have a basic knowledge of common social networking devices, such as Facebook and Twitter, and will possess superior writing skills. Some graphic design experience is preferable. Marketing internships are directly supervised by Jim Torres, Director of Marketing & Communications.

  To apply, please submit:

  • A cover letter indicating your areas of interest and experience, your preferred start date, weekly availability (if available), and whether you plan to receive college credit for your internship
  • A resume or resumes detailing both your administrative and theatrical experience
  • The names and contact information of three references
  • A writing sample 1 to 2 pages max (optional)

  Application materials should be e-mailed to info@speakeasystage.com, with the position to which you are applying in the subject heading.

• Production Management

  Production Management interns assist SpeakEasy’s production management staff as they coordinate, design and execute mainstage productions, special events and auditions. Interns have the opportunity to assist with multiple facets of the season, including:

  • Hands-on work alongside technical and production management staff on our mainstage shows*
  • Coordinate schedules and meetings with production team
  • Plan, organize, and execute load-in and strike of productions
  • Maintain production stocks and supplies
  • Attend rehearsals and design/production meetings as needed

  Candidates should have some experience in theatre production (either professional, community, or educational), knowledge of Microsoft Office apps (especially MS Excel), as well as strong self-management and organizational skills.

  Production Management interns are supervised directly by Paul Melone, General & Production Manager and Dominique Burford, Associate Production Manager.

  To apply, please submit:

  • A cover letter indicating your areas of interest and experience, your preferred start date, weekly availability (if available), and whether you plan to receive college credit for your internship
  • A resume or resumes detailing both your administrative and theatrical experience
  • The names and contact information of three references

  Application materials should be e-mailed to dominiqueburford@speakeasystage.com, with the position to which you are applying in the subject heading.

• Stage Management

  Stage Management interns work alongside our professional stage managers and run crew on our mainstage productions, gaining essential knowledge in the responsibilities of a stage management team for professional plays and musicals. Internships in stage management are offered on a show-by-show basis.

  Stage Management interns must be able to commit to a full 8-week production schedule, which includes rehearsals, tech, and performances. A mix of daytime, evening, and weekend availability is required based on the particular show to which you are assigned. Production schedules will be listed below to indicate when applications are open for that show.  

  Prior experience in Stage Management at the community, professional, or educational level is required, though certain candidates with extensive training in theatre arts will be considered.

  To apply, please email dominiqueburford@speakeasystage.com with a resume and cover letter detailing your previous experience and what interests you about the show to which you are applying. You should also include your full availability and any potential conflicts with the production schedule. You may be asked to complete a short survey to give us a fuller sense of your strengths and experiences in theatre production.

   

• Artistic Fellowship

  Working under the Producing Artistic Director, the Artistic Fellow will spend the season gaining experience in high-level theatrical administration, with responsibility in multiple areas, including auditions and casting, dramaturgy and literary management, season development, special event production, and general administrative duties. Applicants for this fellowship should be interested in pursuing a career as an artistic director of a theatre company.

Application Requirements

To apply for any of the fellowships, please prepare:

• A cover letter detailing which fellowship you are applying for
• A resume containing relevant job history and theatre experience
• A narrative of no more than three pages addressing:
  • Why you are interested in the fellowship to which you are applying
  • The qualities, skills, and interests that make you the best candidate
  • What you are hoping to gain from the fellowship experience
  • A description of your broader career goals, and what impact or transformation you would like to have in the Boston theatre community
• A brief description (no more than one page) of either the most moving piece of theatre you’ve ever seen, or an artist who inspires you
• Two letters of recommendation from former employers, professors, or supervisors (with at least one being from a staff member of an arts organization or a theatre professor). These letters may be sent separately via e-mail to fellow@speakeasystage.com, but must be received by the application due date.

Application materials should be saved in .pdf format and submitted via e-mail to fellow@speakeasystage.com. Please indicate the fellowship to which you are applying in the subject heading of your e-mail.

Any questions regarding SpeakEasy, the Fellowship program, or the application process may be directed to fellow@speakeasystage.com.