Submission Deadline May 31 2012
Obsidian Theatre Company is passionately dedicated to the exploration, development and production of the Black voice.
Obsidian Theatre’s Mentor/Apprentice Program provides emerging theatre artists much needed work experience and a deeper understanding of professional practices by working with some of the most sought after theatre practitioners in Canadian theatre<strong>, including members of Obsidian Theatre Company</strong>.
Funding by the Department of Canadian Heritage allows us to offer paid apprenticeship positions. Placements will occur between Autumn 2012 and Spring 2013.
Recent partners for this program include: Shaw Festival, Young People’s Theatre, Soulpepper Theatre Company, Canadian Stage Company, Studio 180 and Tarragon Theatre.
Apprenticeships are available in the following fields of interest:
Directing,Dramaturgy, Design, Lighting, Production Management, Costume Design, Set Design, Producing, Music Directing, Technical Direction.
Requirements: You must be actively pursuing a professional career in theatre. Having an education in theatre, or equivalent experience at the community or professional level is essential to the program.
You are a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant and you are, or identify yourself, as a member of the Black community. In addition to a resume, applicants must provide a letter of intent indicating their career goals and how an apprentice program would help in achieving those goals. Submission deadline: May 31 2012. Submit applications by email only to: Rupal Shah, Apprentice Co-ordinator, Obsidian Theatre, training@obsidian-theatre.com
I was the Apprentice Director at Obsidian Theatre a few years ago and I highly recommend this program. It helped jump start my career and introduced me to key mentors that have been influential in shaping my career as a Theatre Director.
For more info on Obsidian theatre, check out www.obsidian-theatre.com
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