Curious Theatre Company is an equal opportunity employer, values equity and inclusion, and prioritizes representation and diversity. People of color, and/or from diverse backgrounds/ underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply for all available positions.
Curious is a professional theatre company that works at the intersection of art and social justice. We engage the community in contemporary issues through provocative modern theatre. Our staff is integral to our ability to live our mission and core values, which include:
We will be in attendance at the Colorado Theatre Guild Unified Auditions in Sunday, April 21 and Monday, April 22 at Aurora Fox Arts Center in Aurora, CO.
We will be holding callbacks by invitation only on a show by show basis. Occasionally we will post auditions on Colorado Theatre Guild’s website.
See this space in Feb/March for next year’s Season General announcement. Thank you!
Curious Theatre Company is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and seeking actors of all ages, races, ethnicities, body types, gender identities and physical abilities. In reference to the character descriptions—most characters we encounter currently are on the binary and are written with he/him or she/her pronouns and you will see that in the descriptions. But however limiting the descriptions are, our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender non-conforming, genderqueer, transgender and non-binary actors to submit for the roles they most identify with. Please let us know if you have any questions, concerns, or if there are any accommodations we can provide. Curious Theatre Company commits to a thoughtful and welcoming casting process.
Resumes are accepted on an ongoing basis, postings for individual production opportunities will be posted on the AEA member page. Email resumes to Wayne Breyer at wayne@curioustheatre.org.
We are always happy to accept letters of interest and portfolios from designers. Please send a letter of interest and resume with a link to your portfolio or a pdf with examples of your work to Wayne Breyer at wayne@curioustheatre.org.
Resumes are being accepted for all positions listed below. For all design, technical or backstage opportunities, please email resume and letter of interest to Wayne Breyer, wayne@curioustheatre.org.
Positions are filled on a show by show basis, based on the needs of each individual production. Curious operates on an SPT 3 AEA contact which allows up to 30 hours of rehearsal per week and up to four performances per week. Please see the website for productions and performance dates.
Assistant Stage Manager (non-union, but able to enroll and earn EMC weeks)
Duties may include: assisting the stage manager during all rehearsals by creating run and props tracking sheets, giving written line notes to the actors, taking blocking notation, being on book and running lines with actors, communicating issues and notes to the SM; ensuring that all props and furniture pieces are set for rehearsals and performances; working directly with the props designer to ensure that all props are in good condition and that consumable props are stocked for each performance; assisting with scene shifts; leading, assigning duties, and training a crew of 1-3 run crew members on show duties.
Depending on the needs of the production, the ASM may also be responsible for wardrobe and/or run the light and sound boards.
Must be available for the entire rehearsal period, typically 2 ½ weeks before tech, all tech rehearsals, and performances. Some previous stage management or run crew experience is preferred. Curious operates on an SPT 3 AEA contact which allows up to 30 hours of rehearsal per week. The position is paid weekly for the entirety of the contract.
Run/Deck Crew
Duties may include: Assisting the ASM with preshow and post-show set up and break down; moving scenery, tracking and presetting props, assisting with costume changes, communicating notes and issues to the ASM and SM, assisting the TD, SD and LD with scenic, sound and lighting notes during the tech period. Depending on the needs of the production, the run crew person may also be responsible for wardrobe.
Some previous crew experience is preferred.
Must be available for the entire 10-day tech and preview period leading up to opening, typically one full weekend day and late afternoon and evening hours as well as for all performances.
The position is paid weekly for the entirety of the contract.
Wardrobe
Duties may include: Prepping all costumes in adherence of the design and direction of the costume designer, including but not limited to maintaining a regular and consistent laundry and dry cleaning schedule in accordance with AEA rules, daily ironing and steaming of costumes, basic costume sewing and repair skills- hand stitching and quick repairs, setting for and performing quick changes. Communicating notes and issues to the ASM and SM.
Depending on the needs of the production, the wardrobe person may also assist with scene changes and other run crew duties.
Must be available for the entire 10-day tech and preview period leading up to opening, which is typically one full weekend day and late afternoon and evening weekday hours, as well as for all performances
Some previous wardrobe/crew experience is preferred. The position is paid weekly for the entirety of the contract.
Light and Sound Board Operator
Duties may include: Operating and troubleshooting electrics issues with an ETC Element lighting console, operating and troubleshooting sound issues using QLab software, performing daily equipment and software checks, changing lamps from various antiquated lighting instruments while on a ladder at a height of up to 18ft (with assistance), assisting the LD with lighting and electrics notes during the tech period, taking directions from the SM for cue execution, communicating issues to the SM as they arise.
Must be available for the entire 10-day tech and preview period leading up to opening, which is typically one full weekend day and late afternoon and evening weekday hours, as well as for all performances
Some previous board operator experience is preferred. The position is paid weekly for the entirety of the contract.
We are constantly looking to add to our call list overhire electricians for lighting hang and focus calls. Calls are in changeover periods between productions, typically daytime/weekday hours.
Requirements include working knowledge of lighting equipment, ability to work on a scaffold or ladder at a grid height of 18ft (with safety equipment), ability to change lamps, focus, use, and troubleshoot various antiquated and new lighting equipment. These positions are paid hourly and slots are filled for each call on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please email Wayne Breyer, wayne@curioustheatre.org with your resume and to set up a time to see the space in advance of the next lighting call.
Reporting to the Operations & Patron Services Manager, Curious Theatre Company seeks energetic and motivated individuals for fast-paced customer service positions. The Front of House Representative is a part-time position that is an integral part of introducing and maintaining the culture of Curious Theatre Company to subscribers, donors, and patrons.
You will be trained and regularly work as a Box Office Attendant in this position, ensuring that Curious audience members enjoy their experience from picking up tickets to leaving the performance. Shifts are dependent on the Curious performance schedule and are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday starting at 6 pm and Sunday starting at 12:30 pm during performance weeks. Shifts are 2- 4 hours each performance, and staff is expected to be available at least three nights per performance week. FOH Representatives are also expected to be at the Pre-Show Meetings, which occur the week before opening a show, typically Friday afternoon. Staff may also be offered opportunities to work on special events or projects with Curious throughout the year, and we will have occasional meetings outside this regular schedule.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates should have experience with or enthusiasm for dealing with the public. Must possess exemplary customer service and communication skills and creatively problem-solve and anticipate needs. Must possess good computer skills and an understanding of both MacOS and Windows. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in an often high-stress environment needed. Previous experience with Spektrix or other ticketing software is a plus. No experience with a Box Office is necessary; involvement with a performance venue or restaurant is a plus. A positive and energetic attitude is required.
Curious is an equal opportunity employer, values equity and inclusion, and prioritizes representation and diversity. People of color and/or from diverse backgrounds/underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Compensation
FOH Representatives earn $18.29. Benefits and paid-time-off are not offered.
To Apply
To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and confirmation of schedule understanding to Katelyn Sauer, Operations & Patron Services Manager, at katelyn@curioustheatre.org.