Hello all, thank you for another great in BOLD. As we go into our final year of Cohort 3, we have updated for some more specific KPIs. Please fill out this report form by Friday July 17, 2026. If you need an extension to July 31st, please let us know. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to write to Mandi Benjamin, HGB Artistic Associate at mbenjamin@northernstage.org.
Hello adVenturers! Please help us to evaluate the effectiveness of the BOLD Ventures grant at your theater by submitting this form within 60 days of your project's public showing or by July 1, 2026. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact me at mbenjamin@northernstage.org.
Thank you for considering registering for Education Programs at Northern Stage. - To qualify for Sliding Scale, please fill out the form below to take advantage of our tuition support. - You will be required to submit the first two pages of the parents'/guardians' most recent federal income tax return. Without these documents we will not be able to process your submission. - If you believe you qualify for further financial aide, you may provide information about additional circumstances we should consider in our optional statement of need. - Northern Stage uses the Vermont Department for Children and Families Child Care Financial Assistance Sliding Fee Scales as a guideline. - Once submitted, your responses are valid through June 1, 2026 and will apply to all programs you participate in. Applications may be submitted through this Submittable form, postal mail, or email: Mail: Northern Stage Attn: Sam Empey 76 Gates Street White River Junction, VT 05001 Email: sempey@northernstage,org
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Co- Director of Education, Sam Empey, at sempey@northernstage.org.
A2 for Oklahoma!
Northern Stage, a LORT D 240 seat regional theater in White River Junction, VT, seeks an experienced A2 to join the performance of Oklahoma! Northern Stage produces a mainstage season, an education season, a New Works festival, and 4-6 other events year-round. This position reports directly to the Audio Technician to execute approved designs.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assist the daily operations within the Sound Department including installation and maintenance of all sound elements for this production.
- Coordinate any necessary show-specific rentals, including their transportation.
- Program and operate QLab and the audio console for run of production
- Coordinate with the Audio Technician and Stage Management to provide rehearsal sound support as requested.
- Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and safety of the amp room and sound storage spaces.
- Support other production departments as needed.
Qualifications:
- Two or more years of experience in professional theatrical sound engineering. A combination of education and professional experience will be considered.
- Ability to mix shows with up to 10 wireless microphones.
- Proficiency programming sound in QLab and the ability to run a Yamaha CL5.
- In depth knowledge of signal flow, RF coordination, wireless microphone prep/maintenance, and the use of both digital and analog consoles.
- Proven ability to evaluate and execute designer drawings.
- Excellent communication and organization skills. Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail.
- Thorough knowledge of theatrical safety conventions.
- Knowledge of theatrical rigging standards and safety is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach challenges collaboratively.
- Valid driver’s license. The ability to drive a box truck is a plus.
- Comfortable working at heights in excess of 20 feet in a lift and on a tension mesh grid.
- Ability to safely lift 75 lbs.
- BA or BFA in technical theater a plus.
Job Type Full time, with some nights and weekends required
Contract Dates: 7/13/2026 - 8/9/2026
Compensation: $20/hour
Benefits: Northern Stage offers dental and life insurance and covers 100% of these premiums, and offers vision as an optional add-on with an employee contribution of $1/month. Accident insurance is available at an employee cost. We offer an employee-funded 403(b) retirement account, an FSA, and pet insurance. There is a 60-day waiting period following your hiring date before Northern Stage benefits become active, with the exception of the 403(b) program, which is active on the first day of employment.
PTO: All full time Northern Stage staff members are eligible for Paid Time Off, according to our PTO policy.
How to apply: Send the following to Production Manager Josh Davis via email (production@northernstage.org) or Submittable
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Three (3) references
Submittable https://northernstage.submittable.com/submit/358054/fy27-oklahoma-a2
We believe the most important and impactful art is made when we consider and commit to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access both on and off of our stage. We highly encourage folks who are Black, Native or Indigenous, People of Color, Queer or Trans, Poor or Working Class, Disabled, Young, Elderly, and/or who speak English as a second language to apply. To learn more about Northern Stage, please visit our website: www.northernstage.org/education.
Spotlight Operator for Oklahoma!
Northern Stage, a LORT D 240 seat regional theater in White River Junction, VT, seeks a Spotlight Operator for their production of Oklahoma!. Northern Stage produces a mainstage season, an education season, a New Works festival, and 4-6 other events year-round. This position will run a spotlight through the performance run and assist the Lead Electrician and Assistant Lead Electrician with lighting notes through the tech process. This position will be supervised by the LE.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Run a spotlight for tech and performances.
- Maintain notes on spot paperwork for update by ALE.
Qualifications:
- Knowledge/experience running a spotlight is preferred but not required.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills.
- Ability to work on ladders, in lifts, and at heights of up to 21’ on a tension mesh grid.
- Capable of wielding the spotlight for the entire duration of tech rehearsals and performances.
Compensation: $16.25/hour
Contract Dates: 7/22/2026 - 8/9/2026
Job Type: Full time with nights and weekends as show run requires
Local Housing and Round Trip Travel Provided
How to apply: Submit the following materials to Production Manager Josh Davis via email (production@northernstage.org) or via submittable:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Two (2) professional references
Or via Submittable: https://northernstage.submittable.com/submit/358055/fy27-oklahoma-spotlight-operator
We believe the most important and impactful art is made when we consider and commit to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access both on and off of our stage. We highly encourage folks who are Black, Native or Indigenous, People of Color, Queer or Trans, Poor or Working Class, Disabled, Young, Elderly, and/or who speak English as a second language to apply. To learn more about Northern Stage, please visit our website: www.northernstage.org/education.
Scenic Carpenter
Northern Stage, a LORT D 240 seat regional theater in White River Junction, VT, seeks an experienced Carpenter to join the full-time staff. Northern Stage produces a mainstage season, an education season, a New Works festival, and 4-6 other events year-round. This position reports directly to the Technical Director to help execute all elements of scenic fabrication and paint treatment.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Build scenery according to technical drawings as directed by the Technical Director and Assistant Technical Director
- Complete any scenic notes as necessary during the run of a show.
- Keep the Scene Shop and associated work areas clean and safe. Maintain tools and equipment as necessary for the Scene Shop
- Assist with changeover between productions, primarily focused on scenery, but helping additional departments as necessary
- Assist the Scenic Charge Artist with paint touch ups and basing as needed
- Serve as a Deck Carpenter on run crews of shows as needed based on the scale of production
- Provide support for events outside the mainstage and education seasons
- Support other production departments as needed
Qualifications:
- One year of experience in professional shops. A combination of education and professional experience will be considered
- Knowledge of theatrical scenic building techniques
- Ability to read construction drawings and paint elevations. Experience with AutoCAD and/or Vectorworks a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Google Suite
- Excellent communication and organization skills. Experience managing and adhering to budgets
- Working knowledge of theatrical safety conventions, OSHA regulations, rigging, and fire codes
- OSHA 10-Hour Certification a plus
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach challenges collaboratively
- Proficiency with hand and power tools
- Rigging, welding, and steel fabrication experience a plus
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a box truck
- Comfortable working at heights in excess of 20 feet in a lift and on a tension mesh grid
- Ability to safely lift 75 lbs
- BA or BFA in technical theater a plus
Job Type Full time, with some nights and weekends required
Contract Dates: ASAP-6/7/2027
Compensation: $43,888 annualized salary, paid bi weekly (overtime exempt)
Benefits: Northern Stage offers dental and life insurance and covers 100% of these premiums, with vision and accident as an optional add-on with an employee contribution. We offer an employee-funded 403(b) retirement account, an FSA, and pet insurance. There is a 60-day waiting period following hiring before benefits become active (excepting the 403(b) program, which is active immediately).
PTO: All full time Northern Stage staff members are eligible for Paid Time Off according to our PTO policy, which includes 12 vacation days annually, personal days, sick leave, and parental leave.
Subject to availability, subsidized housing is obtainable for lease through Northern Stage.
How to apply: Send the following to Production Manager Josh Davis via email (production@northernstage.org) or Submittable
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Three (3) references
Submittable https://northernstage.submittable.com/submit/358308/fy27-scenic-carpenter
We believe the most important and impactful art is made when we consider and commit to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access both on and off of our stage. We highly encourage folks who are Black, Native or Indigenous, People of Color, Queer or Trans, Poor or Working Class, Disabled, Young, Elderly, and/or who speak English as a second language to apply. To learn more about Northern Stage, please visit our website: www.northernstage.org/education.
Scenic Charge Artist for Oklahoma
Northern Stage, a LORT D 240 seat regional theater in White River Junction, VT, seeks an experienced Painter/Scenic Charge Artist to join for the production of Oklahoma! Northern Stage produces a mainstage season, an education season, a New Works festival, and 4-6 other events year-round. This position reports directly to the Technical Director to execute approved designs.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Execute all paint techniques needed for scenery including carving, faux finishes, texturing, and drop painting.
- Keep the Paint Shop and associated work areas clean and safe. Maintain tools and equipment necessary for the Paint Shop.
- Color match and provide samples for Scenic Designers as requested.
- Assist with load-in primarily focused on paints but helping additional departments as necessary.
Qualifications:
- One year of experience in professional shops. A combination of education and professional experience will be considered.
- Knowledge of theatrical scenic painting, surface treatments, and building techniques.
- Ability to read construction drawings and paint elevations.
- Proficiency in color matching, carving, faux finishes, texturing, marbling, and wood graining.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach challenges collaboratively.
- OSHA General Industry 10-Hour and OSHA Aerial Lift Safety certifications are a plus.
- Comfortable working at heights in excess of 20 feet in a lift and on a tension mesh grid.
- Ability to safely lift 75 lbs.
- BA or BFA in technical theater a plus.
Job Type: Full time, with some nights and weekends required
Contract Dates: 7/13/2026 - 7/24/2026
Compensation: $22.5/hour, paid bi weekly
Travel and housing provided
How to apply: Send the following to Production Manager Josh Davis via email (production@northernstage.org) or Submittable
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Three (3) references
Submittable https://northernstage.submittable.com/submit/358360/scenic-charge-artist-for-oklahoma
We believe the most important and impactful art is made when we consider and commit to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access both on and off of our stage. We highly encourage folks who are Black, Native or Indigenous, People of Color, Queer or Trans, Poor or Working Class, Disabled, Young, Elderly, and/or who speak English as a second language to apply. To learn more about Northern Stage, please visit our website: www.northernstage.org/education.
Scenic Charge Artist
Northern Stage, a LORT D 240 seat regional theater in White River Junction, VT, seeks a Painter/Scenic Charge Artist to join our full-time staff. Northern Stage produces a mainstage season, an education season, a New Works festival, and 4-6 other events year-round. This position reports directly to the Technical Director.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Execute all paint techniques needed for in-house built scenery including carving, faux finishes, texturing, and drop painting. Do any touch ups and notes necessary for outsourced scenery during the load-in and tech process
- Executes scenic and paint related notes through the run of productions
- Work with Technical Director to build paint schedule
- Keep the Paint Shop and associated work areas clean and safe. Maintain tools, equipment, and stock necessary for the Paint Shop
- Color match and provide samples for Scenic Designers as requested
- Assist with load-in primarily focused on paints but helping additional departments as necessary
- Attend scheduled production and staff meetings
Qualifications:
- One year of experience in professional shops. A combination of education and professional experience will be considered
- Knowledge of theatrical scenic painting, surface treatments, and building techniques
- Ability to read construction drawings and paint elevations
- Proficiency in color matching, carving, faux finishes, texturing, marbling, and wood graining
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach challenges collaboratively
- OSHA General Industry 10-Hour and OSHA Aerial Lift Safety certifications are a plus
- Comfortable working at heights in excess of 20 feet in a lift and on a tension mesh grid
- Ability to safely lift 75 lbs.
- BA or BFA in technical theater a plus
Job Type: Full time, with some nights and weekends required
Contract Dates: 8/24/2026 - 6/7/2027
Compensation: $900 per week, paid bi weekly (overtime exempt)
Benefits: Northern Stage offers dental and life insurance and covers 100% of these premiums, and offers vision as an optional add-on with an employee contribution of $1/month. Accident insurance is available at an employee cost of $15/month. We offer an employee-funded 403(b) retirement account, an FSA, and pet insurance. There is a 60-day waiting period following hiring before Northern Stage benefits become active, with the exception of the 403(b) program which is active on the first day of employment.
PTO: All full time Northern Stage staff members are eligible for Paid Time Off according to our PTO policy, which includes 12 vacation days annually, personal days, sick leave, and parental leave.
Subject to availability, subsidized housing is obtainable for lease through Northern Stage.
How to apply: Send the following to Production Manager Josh Davis via email (production@northernstage.org) or Submittable
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Three (3) references
Submittable https://northernstage.submittable.com/submit/358363/fy27-scenic-charge-artist
We believe the most important and impactful art is made when we consider and commit to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access both on and off of our stage. We highly encourage folks who are Black, Native or Indigenous, People of Color, Queer or Trans, Poor or Working Class, Disabled, Young, Elderly, and/or who speak English as a second language to apply. To learn more about Northern Stage, please visit our website: www.northernstage.org/education.
Scenic Carpenter, Oklahoma
Northern Stage, a LORT-D 240-seat regional theater in White River Junction, VT, seeks a Temporary Overhire Carpenter for our upcoming production of Oklahoma. Northern Stage produces a mainstage season, an education season, a New Works festival, and 4-6 other events year-round. This position reports directly to the Technical Director.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Build scenery according to technical drawings as directed by the Technical Director and Assistant Technical Director
- Assist with load-in for the production, primarily focused on scenery and paints but helping additional departments as necessary
- Keep the Scene Shop and associated work areas clean and safe. Maintain tools and equipment as necessary for the Scene Shop
- Assist the Scenic Charge Artist with paint touch ups and basing as needed
Qualifications:
- One year of experience in professional shops. A combination of education and professional experience will be considered
- Knowledge of theatrical scenic building techniques
- Ability to read construction drawings and paint elevations. Experience with AutoCAD and/or Vectorworks a plus
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach challenges collaboratively
- Proficiency with hand and power tools
- Comfortable working at heights in excess of 20 feet in a lift and on a tension mesh grid
- Ability to safely lift 75 lbs
- BA or BFA in technical theater a plus
Job Type: Temporary overhire, some nights and weekends required
Contract Dates: ASAP-7/24/2026
Compensation: $20/hour, paid bi weekly
Travel and Housing provided
How to apply: Send the following to Production Manager Josh Davis via email (production@northernstage.org) or via Submittable
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Three (3) references
Submittable https://northernstage.submittable.com/submit/359536/fy27-scenic-carpenter-overhire-for-oklahoma
We believe the most important and impactful art is made when we consider and commit to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access both on and off of our stage. We highly encourage folks who are Black, Native or Indigenous, People of Color, Queer or Trans, Poor or Working Class, Disabled, Young, Elderly, and/or who speak English as a second language to apply. To learn more about Northern Stage, please visit our website: www.northernstage.org/education.
Assistant Lead Electrician
Northern Stage, a LORT D 240 seat regional theater in White River Junction, VT, seeks an experienced Assistant Lead Electrician to join the full-time staff. Northern Stage produces a mainstage season, an education season, a New Works festival, and 4-6 other events year-round. This position reports directly to the Lead Electrician and works closely with Lighting Designers, Projection Designers, and other production department heads to help coordinate all electrics-related activity necessary to execute programming.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assist the Lead Electrician in the planning and execution of all lighting and video designs including hang, focus, maintenance, and strike
- Function as the Lead Electrician for designated education productions and special events
- Help plan and execute onstage practicals, atmospherics, and special effects
- Help to maintain lighting and video inventory and grid space, including but not limited to intelligent LED fixtures and cue lights. Perform equipment repairs as needed
- Serve as the primary Programmer and show operator for the mainstage season on an ETC Ion XE Console.
- Run a followspot and/or be a Deck Electrician for designated productions
- Attend scheduled production and staff meetings as a representative of the Electrics department when the Lead Electrician is not available
- Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and safety of all working areas and storage spaces.
- Provide support for events outside the mainstage and education seasons
- Support other production departments as needed
- Work with the Lead Electrician to plan and facilitate rentals, borrows, and loans
- Supervise overhire electricians, students and volunteers during load-ins and strikes as needed.
Qualifications:
- Two or more years of experience in professional theatrical lighting. A combination of education and professional experience will be considered
- Strong knowledge of the ETC Ion, Lightwright, Vectorworks, Isadora, Millumin, QLab and AutoCAD experience a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Google Suite
- Strong knowledge of conventional dimming and lighting fixture operation and maintenance
- Knowledge of basic rigging practices and intelligent LED fixtures preferred
- Experience with wiring and soldering especially as they relate to practicals and LED diodes/tape
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organization skills
- Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail.
- Thorough knowledge of theatrical safety conventions, OSHA regulations, and fire codes
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification and Aerial Lift Certification a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach challenges collaboratively
- Proficiency with hand and power tools.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a box truck and Cargo Van
- Comfortable working at heights in excess of 20 feet in a lift and on a tension mesh grid
- Ability to safely lift 75 lbs
- BA or BFA in technical theater a plus
Job Type Full time, with some nights and weekends required
Contract Dates: 8/24/2026 - 6/7/2027 with possibility for renewal
Compensation: $870/week, paid bi-weekly (exempt)
Benefits: Northern Stage offers dental and life insurance and covers 100% of these premiums, and offers vision as an optional add-on with an employee contribution of $1/month. Accident insurance is available at an employee cost. We offer an employee-funded 403(b) retirement account, an FSA, and pet insurance. There is a 60-day waiting period following your hiring date before Northern Stage benefits become active, with the exception of the 403(b) program, which is active on the first day of employment.
PTO: All full time Northern Stage staff members are eligible for Paid Time Off, according to our PTO policy.
How to apply: Send the following to Production Manager Josh Davis via email (production@northernstage.org) or via Submittable
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Three (3) references
Submittable https://northernstage.submittable.com/submit/359711/fy27-assistant-lead-electrician
We believe the most important and impactful art is made when we consider and commit to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access both on and off of our stage. We highly encourage folks who are Black, Native or Indigenous, People of Color, Queer or Trans, Poor or Working Class, Disabled, Young, Elderly, and/or who speak English as a second language to apply. To learn more about Northern Stage, please visit our website: www.northernstage.org/education