"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.
Auditions for our 2025-26 Season will be held May 3rd and May 10th from 10:30am-3pm. You only need to attend one day/time.
Fill out THIS FORM to audition!
Don’t forget to sign up for an actual time slot! Link also available HERE. You must have the form and a time completed. If you can’t attend an in person audition please include video links in your form.
What to Prepare:
2 short/32 bar cut songs that you love to sing.
Bring sheet music of the songs for the pianist.
Bring a hard copy of your headshot and resume.
Be prepared to dance form 2- 3pm on your audition day. Wear comfortable clothing and have tennis shoes or jazz shoes.
If you would like more information please email dionysia@shortnorthstage.org
Join us for the Internship Showcase on May 18th!
New Interns for the 25/26 Season will be announced at this exciting event!
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.
Interviews for our 2025-26 Season will be held May 3rd and May 10th from 10:30am-3pm. You only need to sign up for one day/time.
Fill out THIS FORM for an interview!
Don’t forget to sign up for an actual time slot! Link is also available HERE. You must have the form and a time slot chosen to interview. If you can not attend an in person interview please email the address below.
For additional information please email dionysia@shortnorthstage.org
Join us for the Internship Showcase on May 18th!
New Interns for the 25/26 Season will be announced at this exciting event!
QUESTIONS?
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Students should be high school age - Freshman through Seniors (14-19).
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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.
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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.
