"All the best performers bring to their role something more, something different than what the author put on paper. That's what makes theater live. That's why it persists."

- Stephen Sondheim.

Internships and Educational Opportunities

Performance Internships

In this audition based program we select high school students from around central Ohio to participate in masterclasses, talkbacks, showcases performances, and more to hone their craft and learn more about being a theater professional. These interns also get the chance to be considered for roles throughout the season in our mainstage shows and gain volunteer hours with other opportunities to help out around the theater.

HOW TO AUDITION:

Performance Students:

  • A second round of auditions for our program and possible season shows will take place Saturday, May 18 between 10:30am and 1pm.

  • If you want to attend on May 18, please email dionysia@shortnorthstage.org your headshot and resume. Be sure to bring a hard copy to your audition time.

  • Sign up for a time HERE for the the MAY 18th auditions and come prepared with sheet music to your song.

  • EVERYONE will be called from 10:30am - 11:30am for a dance call. Wear comfortable clothing and bring jazz, character, or tennis shoes.

  • For your audition time please prepare TWO 32 bar cuts of contrasting songs that show off your range and acting.

  • Sign up HERE!

  • If unable to attend auditions please send all the material above to dionysia@shortnorthstage.org via Google Drive or YouTube links.

Technical/Staff Internships

Interested in helping backstage and learning from our seasoned Equity Stage Managers or excellent sound mixer? Maybe you want to learn more about lighting, design, or casting? We are always looking for high school aged interns for these departments. You will get hands on experience and learn more about what interests you.

HOW TO INTERVIEW:

Technical students:

  • Please email dionysia@shortnorthstage.org a copy of your resume and any type of portfolio you may have.

  • Sign up for an interview time HERE!

  • Be prepared to discuss your strengths, interests, and schedule. That is all we need!

Interviews for the High School Internship’s new season will take place in person at Short North Stage on Saturday August 19 between 11am and 3pm!

QUESTIONS?

  • Students should be high school age - Freshman through Seniors (14-19).

  • Interns must participate in 3 events during the year to perform in their Showcase Performance.

    These events often happen on the weekends or evenings when artists are available for masterclasses.

    If cast in a show or given a position on crew for a show, interns are required to attend all rehearsals and performances just like the professionals with the same expectations. Shows rehearse Tuesday thru Friday evenings and Saturday/Sunday daytimes. Crew roles usually start at tech rehearsals.

    This program is very much geared towards “you get out of it what you put into it”. You can learn a lot and gain tons of great access and experience the more you are involved.

  • YES! We provide all of these great classes and opportunities for free thanks to donors and grants. We believe that everyone should be given the chance to learn and grown in a professional environment as they find their artistic voice.

COLLEGE AGE INTERNSHIPS:

If you are in college and looking to enhance your knowledge, get hands on experience, and learn more about professional theater please email dionysia@shortnorthstage.org your resume and what positions/fields you are interested in. We do NOT offer housing for these internships.