Rivertown Players Inc is seeking a passionate and reliable Stage Manager for our production of WHITE CHRISTMAS near the Lawrenceburg IN area.
Performances will be held at the beautiful Woliung’s Christmas Tree Farm and a stage is being built in the historic barn, this a very unique joint venture!
Auditions are Sept. 5 & 8.
Performances are Nov. 14-16 & Dec. 12-14
Email us for any leads or interest! Rtpboard@gmail.com.
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Call for Directors
2026 Summer Musical at Bart’s Bards
Bart’s Bards—a theatrical ministry of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church—is holding an open Call for Directors for our Summer 2026 musical. Interested persons should contact Ron Mason (BartsBards@gmail.com) to schedule a 45-minute evening appointment time on Thursday, September 25, Sunday, September 28, or Thursday, October 2 at St. Bartholomew Church (9375 Winton Rd).
Performance Dates are as follows:
The show will be performed on the Ray Sowell Commemorative Stage in the Fr. William F. Krumpe Activity Center in Springfield Township, OH (9375 Winton Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45231).
Potential directors may pitch up to two shows. The show selected will: 1) be a large-cast musical production for members of all ages, including the potential for a large number of children; 2) have several lead-role opportunities for actors of all ages; and 3) be a family-friendly production that presents a message consistent with the values of the Catholic Church.
To aid potential directors with show selection, below are some of our recent productions. We are open to hearing pitches of repeat shows or shows new to our theater.
Oklahoma! (2009)
Bye Bye Birdie (2010)
The Wizard of Oz (2000, 2011)
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2014)
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (2015)
Disney’s The Little Mermaid (2016)
The Fiddler on the Roof (2017)
Seussical: The Musical (2018)
James and the Giant Peach (2019)
The Music Man (2003, 2022)
The Sound of Music (2023)
Horizons of Gold: An Original Musical (2024)
Tuck Everlasting (2025)
We will hear your pitch(es), talk about our theater community, and hear from you about your practices and expectations as a director. Please bring your theatrical resumé and contact information. Questions can be directed to Ron Mason (BartsBards@gmail.com). Thanks for your interest!
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Calling Directors for Home Brew Theatre 9
The Drama Workshop is seeking directors interested in directing a 10-minute play as part of Home Brew Theatre 9.
Home Brew Theatre is The Drama Workshop’s celebration of the short play format. We present four performances of full productions of 9 or 10 short plays, followed by a “Meet The Artists” reception after each performance featuring local beer. It’s a local tradition and has quickly become the premier short play festival in Cincinnati. And we’d love you to be a part of it!
If selected to direct, you will also play a role in final play selection. A short list of 17 plays will be given to directors to select their top 5.
Auditions are tentatively scheduled for 10/12-13/2025.
1/4-1/9/2026 Tech Week
Four Performances:
If interested, Please email tdw.homebrew@gmail.com with two things:
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STAGE MANAGER
MISSION
American Legacy Theatre generates inviting, reimagined theatrical experiences for all people to have a voice in enriching society.
PROJECT
See Me, Hear Me: Cyberbullying is an original one-act play focused around family miscommunication, youth trauma stemming from isolation and mixed media bullying, and career pathways in behavioral health all to reduce stigma around youth mental health services. Developed with ALT, in consultation with Ohio’s Dept of Mental Health and Addiction Services, this piece was written by Executive Artistic Director & CEO, Matthew David Gellin.
See Me, Hear Me: Cyberbullying is to be performed in a state-wide non-union tour to Ohio high schools. This will be a 6-person company – 4 actors, 1 stage manager, 1 company manager, 2 vans.
** Rehearsals and performances will be predominantly during the day time Monday through Friday. Weekends and evenings may be used for alternative performance times. Performances will be up to 5 days a week.**
TIMELINE
EXPECTATIONS
The Stage Manager will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality stage management process that serves the integrity of the play, bonds the other artists, aligns artistic scheduling, heightens audience engagement with the piece, and leads by example. Attendance at production meetings and keen understanding of direction and staging is a given.
Additional expectations: The Stage Manager must have a valid driver’s license and insurance as they will be responsible for driving one of the two vans. ALT does provide insurance for drivers but needs to ensure they are insurable. Additionally they will be the captain overseeing install and strike at each school location. During performance they will run the lights and sound. Stage Manager is also responsible for appropriate laundering of costumes and ensuring continued readiness of other production elements. While not the technical director, they will be the technical expert on the road. Schools have an option to do a facilitated talk-back after each performance for up to 45 minutes that Stage Manager will participate in.
ALT staff will be available to assist with critical components along the way.
COMPENSATION
Compensation is $800/week for the duration of the contract (dates specified above). This contract lasts up to 9 weeks. There will be another leg of the tour in Spring 2026 that actors may be offered depending on ability to meet expectations and availability.
Candidates from outside of Cincinnati will be considered and accommodations provided. Stage Manager will be provided one round-trip ticket between their city of residence and Cincinnati. Stage Manager should presume overnight accommodations will be shared with others.
Successful background check will be required for this position.
For inquiries, referrals, and consideration contact Matthew David Gellin, Executive Artistic Director, at info@americanlegacytheatre.org.
TRAVEL
On the road, the two vehicles will be driven by the Stage Manager and Company Manager who will coordinate the logistics of when travel times between locations will take place.
Sleeping locations are set and determined by American Legacy Theatre, and carried out by the Company Manager. Specific room arrangements are determined by the touring company.
SUBMISSIONS
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COMPANY MANAGER
MISSION
American Legacy Theatre generates inviting, reimagined theatrical experiences for all people to have a voice in enriching society.
PROJECT
See Me, Hear Me: Cyberbullying is an original one-act play focused around family miscommunication, youth trauma stemming from isolation and mixed media bullying, and career pathways in behavioral health, all to reduce stigma around youth mental health services. Developed with ALT, in consultation with Ohio’s Dept of Mental Health and Addiction Services, this piece was written by Executive Artistic Director & CEO, Matthew David Gellin.
See Me, Hear Me: Cyberbullying is to be performed in a state-wide non-union tour to Ohio high schools and middle schools. This will be a 6-person company – 4 actors, 1 stage manager, 1 company manager, 2 vans.
** Rehearsals and performances will be predominantly during the day time Monday through Friday. Weekends and evenings may be used for alternative performance times. Performances will be up to 5 days a week.**
TIMELINE
EXPECTATIONS
The Company Manager is the leader on the road. The Company Manager will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality company management process that serves the integrity of the play, bonds the artists, aligns and secures external scheduling, heightens audience engagement with the piece acting as the emcee, and leads by example. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is a given. Having a smart phone and consistent internet connection for their personal laptop is a given.
Additional expectations: The Company Manager must have a valid driver’s license and insurance as they will be responsible for driving one of the two vans. ALT does provide insurance for drivers but needs to ensure they are insurable. Additionally they will be the primary contact at each school location and Dept. of Mental Health and Addiction Services for tour purposes. During the performance they will run front of house and give a pre-show speech. Company Manager will consolidate reports for ALT reporting, and help the process and production in other ways, as needed; this may include going on with a script in hand if an actor is sick. Schools have an option to do a facilitated talk-back after each performance for up to 45 minutes that the Company Manager will facilitate.
ALT staff will be available to assist with critical components along the way.
COMPENSATION
Compensation is $1,000/week for the duration of the contract (dates specified above). This contract lasts up to 9 weeks. There will be another leg of the tour in Spring 2026 that actors may be offered depending on ability to meet expectations and availability.
Candidates from outside of Cincinnati will be considered and accommodations provided. Company Manager will be provided one round-trip ticket between their city of residence and Cincinnati. The Company Manager should presume overnight accommodations will be shared with others.
A successful background check will be required for this position.
For inquiries, referrals, and consideration contact Matthew David Gellin, Executive Artistic Director, at info@americanlegacytheatre.org.
TRAVEL
On the road, the two vehicles will be driven by the Stage Manager and Company Manager who will coordinate the logistics of when travel times between locations will take place.
Sleeping locations are set and determined by American Legacy Theatre, and carried out by the Company Manager. Specific room arrangements are determined by the touring company.
SUBMISSIONS
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