Gaieties 2026

The Director will work closely with other members of the company to create and implement an artistic vision for the show as well as organize casting and rehearsing. The Director should be open to feedback from the producers, Ram’s Head board, and the Creative Advisory Board. Receiving a finished script, the Director presents and discusses an artistic vision with staff (designers, directors, etc.). Throughout the process, the Director coordinates the staff in such a way that ensures that the independent designs remain unified beneath a single cohesive thematic and visual concept. This requires open avenues of communication between director, designers, and tech, as well as a strong thematic vision. Working with input from the vocal and musical directors, the director casts the show based on this vision.

During the rehearsal process, the director guides character development and blocking. During load-in the director steps back to allow the Technical Director (TD) and Production Manager (PM) to control the process, participating as an equal to cast and staff to encourage respect for the requests of the TD and PM. Throughout the process, from auditions to performance, the director is also an important player in encouraging cast cohesiveness and familial feeling throughout the company.

Applications due Friday, May 8th at 11:59 PM.

Dramaturg: The Dramaturg will facilitate the writing, composing, and advising process in developing the original script and score for Gaieties 2026. The Dramaturg will manage the creative team and facilitate communication between the creative team and the Producer as an impartial mediator.The Dramaturg will work closely with the head writer(s), composer, and lyricist, while also acting as the Head of the Creative Advisory Board, a diverse group which gives advice regarding content to the writers’ room. The Dramaturg’s role will continue through the summer and through the rehearsal process in fall quarter.

CAB: The Creative Advisory Board (CAB) will oversee the story development and give feedback to the writer’s room. The Dramaturg will lead the CAB. Applying for Dramaturg is also applying for the CAB.

Applications due Wednesday, May 13th at 11:59 PM.

The stage manager is the organizational head of the rehearsal team. In charge of running auditions, enforcing rehearsal attendance, scheduling rehearsals around actors' conflicts, timing the show, taking blocking notes, cues, resolving interpersonal conflicts, and helping out with other urgent needs that may arise among the Director and rehearsal staff. Takes notes during staff meetings and sends them promptly to the staff email list. Mediates discussions between staff and cast. Once we move into space, the SM and Assistant Stage Managers collect and organize props. Responsible for these props from the time they are pulled until the time they are returned. Schedules photo call, run through, and cue-to-cue. On opening night, the Director and Producer turn responsibility for the show over to the Stage Manager, who calls cues. Final say on scheduling, rehearsals issues, cues, and props. Ideal candidates are good teammates, strong communicators, incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and able to adapt to a fast-paced work schedule.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The music director hires pit musicians, formulates and coordinates an artistic interpretation of the show, edits musical score (after consulting with Director and writing team) to fit musical abilities, and hosts pit rehearsals to teach and conduct the pit orchestra. The Music Director is also responsible for accompanying or finding rehearsal pianists for vocal and blocking rehearsals. After moving into MemAud, the Music Director conducts both actors and orchestra, thus the MD must work closely with both Vocal Director and Director to be sure what is being taught in pit rehearsals is coordinated with what is being taught in vocal and blocking rehearsals. The Music Director possesses the final say on orchestral music questions. Ideal candidates are not only strong musicians and conductors, but are also familiar with working with vocalists.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The prop master procures and creates props as specified on the list from Stage Manager. Confers with the Stage Manager & Director to ensure that props suit the vision for the show. Makes and labels the prop table(s) backstage and explains its rules to actors. The Props Master is responsible for the care and security of all props borrowed from the TAPS Department or the Ram’s Head closet. If an actor donates a prop to the production, it is his or her responsibility to ensure its safe return, not Ram’s Head or the Props Master.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The technical director facilitates the construction and load-in of the show's technical elements. Responsible for working with the Production Manager to determine timeline and build goals, and with the Master Carpenter (MC) to build the set. Along with the MC, the TD should figure out exactly how the set should be built, so that they know what needs to happen when they run builds. Responsible for running builds, which involves timeline planning, identifying individual tasks and allocating workers to those tasks, and facilitating completion of tasks. Enforces attendance at build hours. Responsible for set load in and strike. Runs load in and strike under the supervision of the PM and in conjunction with the Designers and Stage Manager. Ideal candidates have significant set construction knowledge and leadership skills, as well as the ability to delegate tasks and teach set building.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The lighting designer designs the light plot and cues for the show, working with the Set Designer, Technical Director, and Director to understand and interpret the show’s overarching creative vision. During load-in, the Lighting Designer oversees and manages the hanging and focusing of lights in accordance with their design. The Lighting Designer also has the final say on lighting choices.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The choreographer creates full-scale dances for musical numbers and stagings for other scenes as necessary, including dances for auditions. Teaches actors choreography with an emphasis on performance quality, arranges extra learning / practice rehearsals as needed, and works alongside the Music Director and Vocal Director to ensure choreography matches expectations for rhythm and vocals. Works closely with Stage Manager when coordinating rehearsal lengths and weekly schedules. Once in MemAud, the Choreographer adjusts positions for dances to fit the stage and set. Communicates with the Director about their vision for each number, and works with Dance Captains should the Choreographer add these to the show. Must be excited and innovative when motivating non-dancers to move confidently on stage. Plays a significant role in the audition process by designing a choreography exercise, teaching it to auditionees, evaluating candidates, and participating in deliberations.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The costume designer designs, constructs, and sources costumes in accordance with the greater overarching artistic and thematic vision. Coordinates rentals, produces preliminary costume designs for each character and ensemble member, and constructs costumes and fittings. Responsible for assembling a costume team of assistant designers and dressers, and works with make-up artists (if hired), guiding the team towards a cohesive design aesthetic in alignment with the director's vision. Once we have moved into MemAud, the Costume Designer instructs actors on the proper treatment of costumes, periodically checks in in dressing rooms, and consults with Assistant Stage Managers and Dressers to be sure pieces are well taken care of. The Costume Designer possesses the final say on costume choices. Ideal candidates are strong leaders, able to work well with teams, able to communicate clearly with the director and the rest of the design team, and have a strong visual aesthetic and attention to detail.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The vocal director hosts vocal rehearsals and works with actors to develop emotional and technical elements of musical singing. Teaches and perfects songs with actors. When scheduling vocal rehearsals, the VD supplies the Stage Manager with a list of songs, how long those songs should be worked on, and when. However, the Director has final word on vocal questions concerning greater artistic implications of vocal choices.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The sound designer works as the conceptual sound designer. Discusses sound concepts for the show with the Director and other designers, then works to create an ambiance and balance that aligns with the overarching concept. Works with the Audio Engineer (A1) during tech to set levels, equalization, etc. Takes an active role during performances, on headset with Stage Manager, spot and board ops, balancing sound and/or running sound cues. Final word on conceptual sound questions. -- If no A1 is hired, the Sound Designer assumes the role of A1.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The scriptmaking coordinator oversees the organization and distribution of all script materials throughout the production process. Functions similarly to a stage manager for the script to coordinate with the writing, music, CAB, and production teams to manage revisions and changes. Responsible for enforcing deadlines for the creative teams during the summer, version control, and clear communication of updates to the production team. May schedule or support writing sessions, compile feedback, and keep detailed records of edits. Ensures that the script remains a reliable and up-to-date resource for the entire Gaieties team.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The community manager is in charge of cultivating and fostering the community of the production. Promotes community cohesion and well-being within the company (cast, staff, and pit) and organizes social events and activities. Works with the Producer to stay within the designated community events budget, and may also work with Assistant Community Managers and the Producer and the Assistant Producers to put on social events.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The graphic designer designs graphics for the show, including but not limited to the show poster, programs, swag, social media banners & stories, and flyers. Works with the Director to make sure graphics are in line with the vision for the show, and with the Producer to ensure designs are appropriate for marketing purposes. Along with the Producer and Director, the Graphic Designer helps determine the overall visual aesthetic and graphic standards for the show.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The production manager manages all technical work, leading / supporting / checking in with Designers, and coordinating in-space work with TAPS. Helps hire assistants and crew. Works with TAPS and technical staff to coordinate and lead load in and strike. Serves as a core part of the producing / technical team.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.

The set designer designs the set. In conversation with Master Carpenter, Technical Director, Director, and the rest of the design staff, the Set Designer designs a set based on the Director's vision and their interpretation of that vision. Big decisions about the technicalities of building the set must be discussed with the Set Designer to ensure that it holds true to their artistic vision of the work. Final word on set design concept.

Applications due Friday, May 15th at 11:59 PM.