Welcome to the TRU OnLine Newsletter Archive, a posting of jobs, goods and services for the performing arts community ... and our friends! Most offers are free or discounted to paid members of Theater Resources Unlimited. To join TRU and take advantage of these special deals, contact us at TRUnltd@aol.com. Membership is just $50/year (individual), $75/year (group/organization).

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NETWORKING EVENT FOR INDEPENDENT THEATER COMMUNITY!
Small Pond Entertainment is hosting an Independent Theatre Conference at LaSalle Academy on Sunday, June 29th. The goals are: to keep the event affordable for all members of the Independent Theatre Community, to raise awareness of the NYC Independent Theatre Community by bringing independent companies and service organizations together, to raise money for Center Stage NY, and to create seed money for the Independent Producer's Alliance of NY. Companies and organizations may register for tables to promote their shows, services, etc. as well as take a time slot to audition actors. There are limited time slots available for a Showcase being held in the evening at Center Stage (all ticket sales go to Center Stage). Admission is free to the public but Consultation Passports that will allow the holder three 20-minute sessions with any registered company or organization for help/consultation on a relevant topic or question the holder has. 50% of the Conference's proceeds go to Center Stage NY, 25% go to the Independent Producer's Alliance, and 25% goes toward Small Pond for expenses and insurance for the event. For more information e-mail smallpondentertainment@yahoo.com.

SUBMIT TO THE TRU NEW MUSICALS READING SERIES!
Attention producers, theater companies (and writers, too): let TRU pay for a developmental reading of a new musical you're interested in! Writers may also submit to our annual series, but producer-driven works are given priority. All musicals in our series must have a capable producer, and we will try to find you a producer if you don't have one. We are looking for a broad range of works, from mainstream commercial to non-traditional; we also seek submissions with multi-cultural significance. Musicals must not have had a paid public performance in the NY area, and must be presentable with no more than 12 actors in no more than 90 minutes (the actual show can be longer; the time restriction is to accommodate a panel discussion with industry professionals, which follows each reading). Click here for 2008 Guidelines, or send an SASE to request our guidelines and application, to Theater Resources Unlimited, 309 West 104th Street, 1D, NYC NY 10025. Questions? Email TRUnltd@aol.com with "Musicals" in your subject header. Submission deadline: postmarked 8/22 (without producer attached), 9/1 (with producer).

NEW SERVICES FROM THE EVER-ENTERPRISING ERIN!
Erin from The Actors' Enterprise wanted to let TRU members know about a couple of FREE services she offers for NYC actors: "Hello, folks! Erin here, with The Actors' Enterprise. FIRST- I wanted to let TRU members know that I have started putting together an online resource directory just for actors. NY Actor 411 (www.nyactor411.com) is a 'social bookmarking' site with links to over 340 resources for actors in New York City. All links are organized by keyword, so you can easily find what you are looking for. All websites have been personally visited by TAE, and comments have been added to the directory so you know exactly what to find on each page. SECOND- I also run The Actors' Enterprise: Blog and News (theactorsenterprise.blogspot.com). This blog is also organized by keyword, and includes dozens upon dozens of articles, tips, and hints about how to have a successful career as an actor in New York City. These are just two ways that The Actors' Enterprise are helping NYC actors (and TRU members) every day!" If you have questions, contact Erin directly at erin@theactorsenterprise.org.

MAKE A BIG PRODUCTION IN MIDTOWN.
The Midtown International Theatre Festival (MITF), now in its ninth season, has expanded from 5 to 7 theaters and is presenting some 50 plays! There are still a few openings for enterprising producers with good scripts: revivals, new works, plays, solo shows, and musicals welcomed! Dates are 7/14 - 8/10. This year's theaters range in size from 30 to 99 seats, so there's something for everyone: the Barrow Group Theatre, the Abingdon Theatre Arts Center (both spaces), the WorkShop MainStage, Where Eagles Dare (ground floor and studio theaters), and Stage Left Studio. All are centrally located on West 36th or 37th Streets in Midtown Manhattan, close to Penn Station and Times Square. The MITF bills itself as The Festival That Cares, because of its high ratio of paid staff to participating producers and its attentiveness to its participants. To become a part of this year's Midtown International Theatre Festival, go to the Festival website at www.midtownFestival.org

MASSAGE AND BODY TREATMENTS STARTING AT JUST $50 FOR TRU MEMBERS!
Feel your best on stage and off with affordable massage (Swedish, deep tissue, medical, shiatsu), body scrubs, wraps and specialty treatments. Special TRU pricing available only for Monday through Friday appointments between 9 am and 12 pm. Call Loribeth Marshall, LMT, at 646/298-0263 or email loribethmarshall-lmt@hotmail.com. Located in Sunnyside, Queens, just minutes from Grand Central in the relaxed comfort of a peaceful home setting. Mention TRU.

WANNA NETWORK WITH PRODUCERS? GET INTO THE ROOM ON MONDAY NIGHTS!
"The Room," hosted by Meredith Lucio and Robert Driemeyer, is a salon for producers and investors to come together, talk shop in a social setting, and look to the future of New York theater. 6:30–9:00 pm - mark your calendars for Monday 6/16 and Monday 7/21. Join us at Bamboo 52 for good times and a great chance to get together and catch up. Find out the latest in New York theater by stepping into THE ROOM at BAMBOO 52 (in the back room), 344 West 52nd Street, New York. RSVP: (212) 946-5384 (requested but not required).

IT’S BACK AND IT’S BLACK! MAKE THE MOVIE MOVE.
The International Black Film Festival (IBFF) of Nashville seeks submissions. Annual 4-day event highlighting the newest work in independent cinema, 10/15-18 (Deadline to submit: 7/31). Dedicated to discovering emerging filmmakers and promoting their work. Accepted filmmakers receive an all-access festival pass to panels, parties, screenings. Selected films are eligible for awards. Open to independently produced national and international films in the following genres: Short Narrative, Feature Narrative, Documentary Long/Short and Animation. Also accepting faith-based, health and environment and sports. Email info@ibffnashville.com for entry form and eligibility info.

SCOTLAND FRINGE BENEFITS: MAKE N.Y.C. YOUR OUT-OF-TOWN TRYOUT SPOT!
New York Festival is 7/8-27 prior to Fringe in Scotland 8/3-25. When they say “go East” they don’t just mean to 59E59, the theater on Manhattan’s East Side that hosts many of the shows. They mean go East To Edinburgh (the overseas event that is the world's largest cultural extravaganza, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. NYC mountings help shows get on their feet before flying off to Scotland, simulating the same production constraints that all shows experience during the Festival, while giving them a clean, comfortable and nurturing space to fine-tune their productions. For info on application submissions, call Elysabeth Kleinhans, 212/753-5959 ext. 111, e-mail  ek@59e59.org, or visit www.easttoedinburgh.com. Info on Edinburgh Festival Fringe: www.edfringe.com.

ALL THAT GOOD STUFF: MATERIALS FOR THE ARTS WORKSHOPS - $10 EACH.
Masks! Puppets! Bookbinding! Fabric! No-Sew Costumes! And, of course, Making Wind Chimes! Much more! Spring workshop schedule set with all kinds of 2-hour, hands-on classes. March, April and May. Daytime classes, 10 am or 4:30 pm. Full list and registration at www.mfta.org. Teaching artists learn new techniques and classroom teachers learn how to incorporate the arts into programs. All at warehouse in 33-00 Northern Blvd., Long Island City.

SWEAT DEAL AT THE PRODUCERS CLUB!
The Producers Club "sweat equity" deal for night management personnel to house manage and lock up the theater in the evenings during the week and on the weekends. They have a program called Sweat Equity (similar to programs at other Off-Off-Broadway theater spaces) where a particular company can work volunteer hours at the Producers Club in return for $10 an hour in rehearsal/performance space. Many newer companies have taken advantage of this opportunity in the past as it is a good way to offset production costs as well as become familiar with the growing artistic community at the Producers Club. If you're interested, don't hesitate to get in touch: The Producers Club, 358 West 44th St., New York, NY 10036. Ph: 212/315-4743; www.producersclubtheaters.com.

SPACE GRANTS FROM THE PRODUCERS CLUB!
One night a week, The Producers Club will be donating free theater space to minimalist shows that can be put up simply and with a minumum of tech fuss. They are looking for theater groups that have shows that are ready to go up right away for a performance, but need a space to do it. Contact them THREE weeks before you would like your show to go up, they will consider all the submitted shows and select one, in part depending on the production needs and which PC Theater is available. This offer is only one show per week, no more. The show can be booked in any theater that is available during that week. In return, The Producers Club will take a small portion of your ticket sales. You will also get full use of their bar/reception area. There is no time limit with regard to how long they have this offer, but the offer does depend on space availability, of course. Inquiries to Ernest or Freddy at info@producersclubtheaters.com

JOIN THE BRAND NEW TRU PRODUCERS CIRCLE!
If you are a serious producer with interest in producing projects sent our way that need a producer, send us your name and brief credentials. Promising projects come out way frequently. In particular, TRU was the official matchmaker this year for the key NYC festivals. A lot of good work is being accepted into these festivals on contingency of their finding a capable producer, or (as the Fringe calls the position) Authorized Company Representative. This is generally not a money-raising position, but rather an opportunity for you to be the main liaison and coordinator for the festival production, and get yourself a credible producing credit. I compiled a list of capable producers for the festival submissions, and continue to be made aware of strong projects in need of New York exposure. Sign on, I will forward the show info and synopses to you to see if the piece is of interest. You take it from there. If you want to be on the list, email trunltd@aol.com with the subject header "TRU Producers Circle;" include your name and brief producing or business credentials, if any.

THIS GRANT OFFER OPPORTUNITY IS NOT RIGGED.
But for this $10,000 grant for theatrical rigging, your company must be in one of these 4 states: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin. For costs of a production flying or rigging effect, or a permanent installation for the improvement of a venue. Website www.flyhouse.com for applicant requirements, services, and to download a grant application. Phone: 773/728-8455, ext: 112; e-mail mark@flyhouse.com.

Ongoing Offers

TRU SEEKING ARTICLES OF INTEREST TO PRODUCERS!
Do you have an idea for an interesting article or interview? Would you like to write for the TRU print newsletter, the TRU Voice? We would like to have a pool of writers available to call upon for articles on an ongoing basis. Our particular thrust, as always, is the needs and interests of producers and theater companies, as opposed to individual artists. However, if you have an idea for a 500-1000 word article that you'd like to write for us, email Bob at TRUnltd@aol.com and we can discuss it. We are always happy to have someone cover our monthly panels, as well. The TRU Voice goes out to about 2000 readers every other month, and it is distinctly different in content from the TRU Update, our online newsletter.

WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES FOR ARTISTS!
Fractured Atlas provides services, resources, and support to liberate a nation of artists. From low-cost healthcare and event liability insurance, to production and fundraising workshops, to development grants and fiscal sponsorship, we supply critical tools for independent artists and arts organizations so they can focus on their creative responsibilities. By nurturing today's vital but underrepresented voices, we hope to play a role in fostering a dynamic and diverse cultural landscape of tomorrow. Call 212/277-8020, email support@fracturedatlas.org, and learn more about them at www.fracturedatlas.org

COMPLETE GRANTS FOR FRACTURED ARTISTS!
Creative Development Grants are made to Fractured Atlas members who need funding for specific expenses relating to artistic exploration or training but not connected to any particular project.
Eligible expenses include: workshops, classes, cultural exchange efforts, lab work. Priority for small arts organizations demonstrating a commitment to artistic risk-taking and ongoing exploration. Grants in this category range $250-$1000. What gets funded: Tuition costs, travel expenses, and other direct creative development costs. What doesn't get funded: Living expenses, recurring costs, production expenses, one-time expenses that don't demonstrate a compelling long-term impact. You must be a member of Fractured Atlas. Currently, Associate Members through Open Arts Network partners are ineligible to apply. Only one application during any 6 month period. Go to http://www.fracturedatlas.org/site/eaf/grants

A HEALTHY PLAN FOR ARTISTS!
Announcing ArtsHealthAmerica: health coverage for anyone in film/video/TV, dance, theater, fine arts, music, graphic arts, written and spoken word. A safety net for professionals who work on a project-to-project basis, and therefore have found it difficult or impossible to be covered in any sort of corporate or group membership plan. Available to individuals, families, organizations and corporations involved in any aspect of the arts. Offers a spectrum of options from lowest cost basic coverage to comprehensive maximum coverage plans. Provides a mechanism which enables Membership in ArtsHealth America [with an extended benefits card], now available nationwide, therefore creating a collective basis to secure lower and lower rates for everyone over time. Go to www.ArtsHealthAmerica.org. PLAN NOT AVAILABLE IN NY STATE, WE JUST LEARNED.

HELLO, FELLOW(SHIPS) DIRECTORS! MANHATTAN THEATER CLUB.
Modest stipend and chance to assist directors at major theater. For early and mid-career directors. 3 different theaters, 2 fellowships. Ongoing applications. Cover letter and resume by e-mail to Kacy O'Brien, Artistic Assistant directingfellows@mtc-nyc.org

ONGOING WORKSHOPS GOING ON. MUCH TO YIELD AT THE FIELD. 
Support the creative process through rigorous, supportive discussions and the structure of weekly meetings. All arts. Fundraising Workshops; Solicitation Letters & Grant Writing; Marketing & Publicity Workshops - Audience & Press; Creative Residency Applications. New brochure coming. Fees vary, cheaper for members. Details at www.thefield.org. 212/691-6969. 161 Sixth Avenue, 14th floor. 

HERE IS WHERE IT’S AT FOR ARTIST SUPPORT.
You heard it HERE first (maybe): HERE Arts Center in downtown Manhattan offers multiple ongoing programs to assist new artists in developing their work, including a residency program and a supported artist program that supplies artists with performance space for a subsidized rate. Visit www.here.org/be/programs/ for more information.

HUGE TICKET DISCOUNTS AT UNITED STAGES - OFFER JUST GOT BETTER!
Used to be: three full priced tickets and the fourth is a nickel. Now it's TWO full priced tickets and the THIRD is free! 50 years ago a nickel could buy you an ice cream cone, a cup of coffee or a ride on the Staten Island Ferry. Get nostalgic with United Stages. See www.unitedstages.com, look under "Ticket Offers" for participating shows. New shows added all the time!

TALK BACK TO BACK STAGE!
Our friends at Back Stage want you to know that you can submit articles to their new "Talk Back" column. They want to hear from people in the industry who have some issue or idea that they feel strongly about. The column is about 650 words, and they will pay an honorarium if your article is selected for publication. When you're ready to Talk Back, email your column to Managing Editor David Sheward at: DSheward@backstage.com

ANY THEATER BLOGGERS OUT HERE?
NYTheatre.com is getting ready to put up a directory (as comprehensive as possible) of blogs being maintained by nytheatre folks. Are any of you blogging? Let Martin Denton know if you want to be linked on nytheatre.com; please send the link to your blog to mdd@nytheatre.com

LOOKING FOR FILMS FOR NYC LOUNGE!
Do you have a film that you've directed or produced and need a place to show it? A popular lounge in NYC is now accepting submissions, DVD format (will not be returned) or link to trailer.  There is no charge, we only ask that the director or producer do a 2-3 minute introduction and that the film be no more than two years old.  Send your film, email and phone (or link) to amazzone@maddzone.com You may also mail to: Adrienne Mazzone, MaddZone.com, 21 Giovanna Street, New Windsor, NY 12553.

OPERATING SUPPORT FOR NON-PROFITS!
The Shubert Foundation provides several operating support grants to nonprofit, professional resident theater and dance companies, as well as some arts-related organizations that help support their development. Grant recipients must have track records of artistic achievement, administrative strength and fiscal responsibility. For more information, visit www.shubertfoundation.org. Applications now available.

SHOW YOUR SHOW TUNES!
Do you want your CD reviewed? Website seeks to review little-known CDs. New CDs related only to musical theater and cabaret reviewed weekly on the website Talkin Broadway in the “Sound Advice” column. See column at www.talkinbroadway.com/sound/ Send inquiry to rob@talkinbroadway.com [7/20]

YOUR PASSPORT TO A NATIONAL PAN-AMERICAN THEATRE COALITION!
NoPassport is a newly formed national pan-american theatre coalition/collective devoted to visibility, development and awareness-raising for works of artists of colour and difference. This is a virtual and live forum for the exchange of ideas and dreams, a 'place' to strategize opportunities for your work, a group of artists and artist advocates, a jam session, a live network between theatres and the academy, and a mobile band of playwrights, directors, actors, producers and musicians. NoPassport will stage conferences and marathon readings in cities near you within the next year. In the meanwhile, they are an active network that encourages the staging and development of hemispheric work in the US and abroad, nurturing established and emerging voices of color and difference, and a community forging links with other like-minded communities of artists seeking change in US arts. For queries about NoPassport contact founder Caridad Svich at csvichplays@aol.com. Read more at www.caridadsvich.com - click on NoPassport. [7/20]

SUBSCRIBE TO THE NYFA QUARTERLY!
Timely. Insightful. Trusted. Informative. And only $12 a year. A subscription to NYFA Quarterly provides you with insightful analysis of important trends in contemporary art along with essential career information for working artists. Each issue also includes extensive listings of current funding and service opportunities for artists. Featuring exclusive interviews with emerging, mid-career, and established artists as well as one of the most comprehensive print listings of opportunities available to artists working in the visual, media, performing, and literary arts, NYFA Quarterly is your source for information on what’s happening and which opportunities you shouldn’t miss in the fast-paced arts world. For only $12 a year or $22 for two years, you can receive NYFA Quarterly four times a year via first-class mail or get exclusive access to the online version. Click this link or type www.nyfa.org/level3.asp?id=267&fid=1&sid=82 into your browser to ensure you don’t miss a thing! You may also subscribe by mail; send check, payable to New York Foundation for the Arts, to: NYFA Quarterly, New York Foundation for the Arts, 155 Ave. of the Americas, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10013-1507.

SUBSCRIBE TO THE NYFA NEWSLETTER!
The New York Foundation for the Arts has launched the new NYFA Current, NYFA's free, national e-publication. The revamped NYFA Current will continue Current's twelve year history of reporting the latest news and happenings in the arts world, but will put greater emphasis on the artist's voice.  NYFA is uniquely qualified to monitor the pulse of today's art scene. Practicing artists and critics from across the country will comment on trends and movements in the art world as they happen with biweekly features, rants and raves on the contemporary scene, and artists, insider perspectives on exhibitions and performances.  To subscribe, visit www.nyfa.org/current or email current@nyfa.org Say you heard about it thru TRU!

BE A BIG BROTHER OR BIG SISTER!
They still need you: Become a big brother or big sister with Children's Hope Foundation in their buddy program "SuperFriends." Responsible, caring adults matched to youngsters whose lives have been impacted by HIV/AIDS. Through outings such as museums, the zoo, theater, bowling, kayaking and a thousand other activities, SuperFriends act as role models providing the continuity and sense of future that children who live with AIDS lack. Men are especially needed. 30 of the more than 40 children currently waiting for a SuperFriend are boys. Many of them have been waiting for over 2 years. Contact Bruce Beckwith at 212/233-5133 or email bruce@childrenshope.org

ON-LINE MARKETING SERVICES!
Theatermania offers 10% off all marketing packages for TRU newsletter subscribers! TheaterMania is committed to helping small and mid-sized productions sell tickets and reach a mass audience, now with over 750,000 visitors a month to its website: over 120,000 NY Metro members, 230,000 nationwide. TheaterMania publishes an 85,000 piece magazine distributed in the NY Metro Area. TheaterMania offers the following tools to help your show succeed: Free online and phone ticketing services (comes with added free marketing) • Affordable marketing programs for small and mid-size productions to reach TheaterMania's audience • Free listings that can function as, or supplement your own website • Free use of the audience development service, The Gold Club, to fill your houses and build word of mouth. Call 212.352.0255 for details or email advertising@theatermania.com To submit free listings email: listings@theatermania.com  And you get 20% off marketing services as a ticketing client!

FREE WEBSITE FOR YOUR SHOW!
TRU Members — list your production or cabaret on TheaterMania.com for FREE!!! It's your own mini-website with your show's description, schedule, images, links, and ticketing information. For information on how to list, go to http://www.theatermania.com/extras/listyourshow.cfm. Also FREE through TheaterMania, online ticketing service with phone support and The Gold Club, our free papering service! To find out more, go to http://www.theatermania.com/extras/promoteyourshow.cfm. today!

GO FOR THE GOLD: IT'S A TRU VALUE!
Get a year of free theater! Join TheaterMania’s Gold Club for $59 (regularly $99) - the TRU special price is the lowest you'll find anywhere! Why does TRU get such a great deal? Because most of our members are performing arts professionals, and Theatermania wants to support us! Your membership allows you to reserve two complimentary tickets to all Gold offerings from Broadway to the Bowery and beyond throughout the year! Check it out at www.theatermania.com/gold/joininfo.cfm And don’t forget: they have great discounts, too. Become a TM Insider for free and see theater for less. Go to www.theatermania.com/tminsider/index.cfm

FYI: MAILING SERVICE MIGHT SAVE YOU MONEY!
If you depend on mailings for marketing and development, Shakespeare Mailing Service will get your mailings out fast and at the lowest possible postal rates. They specialize in small to mid-volume projects of 100 items to 100,000 and prepare letters, postcards, flyers, newsletters ... whatever you're mailing! Call 646/761-3954 for more information. And say you read about it in the TRU newsletter — you'll get 20% off the cost of your first mailing!

TDF DISCOUNTS NOW AVAILABLE TO TRU!
TDF has opened up their mailing list for tickets to TRU performing arts professionals for those great Broadway and Off-Broadway show offers. If you are turned off by Broadway's $100 ticket prices, TDF wants to remind you that as performing arts professionals you qualify to participate in Theatre Development Fund's Mailing List Program. TDF is the not-for-profit organization that runs the TKTS Discount Ticket Booths in Times Square and at South Street Seaport. Only students, teachers, union members, retirees, civil service employees, employees of not for profit organizations, performing arts professionals, members of the armed forces and clergy are eligible to become a TDF Mailing List member. As a member of TDF's mailing list, you will receive frequent mail and e-mail offerings to Broadway, Off-Broadway music and dance productions at a fraction of box office prices. As a member of TDF's Mailing List Program you are eligible to purchase TDF Vouchers which serve as admission to over 400 experimental and Off-Off Broadway theaters, music and dance groups. There is a $25 annual fee and you must enclose proof of your eligibility (TRU membership) to join. Applications may be downloaded from TDF's Web site www.tdf.org/application. You may also get an application by sending a self addressed stamped envelope to: TDF Applications, 1501 Broadway, New York, NY 10036.

MEMBERSHIP OFFER FOR TRU!
The New York Sheet Music Society offers discounted membership to TRU members. Yes, it's what it sounds like ... and a lot more. Sheet music and other theater-related memorabilia is always there for the buying; plus Linda Amiel Burns makes sure to book great entertainment for the monthly meetings. Great networking opportunity, especially for songwriters. And there's a meeting today (Saturday) at 2pm!! (See listing at Events below.) Membership only $40 per year or $10 for individual meetings. RECIPROCAL MEMBERSHIP TO TRU MEMBERS AT A $5 DISCOUNT: JUST $35 A YEAR! More information, phone Linda Amiel Burns (President) at 212/595-4379.

OPPORTUNITY FOR NEW PRODUCERS!
The League of American Theatres and Producers is offering the Producer Development Program, open to members of the New Producers Alliance. Enables participants to attend selected sessions at the annual Spring League conference where you can network and interact with Producers, Theatre Operators, General Managers, Booking Agents and Presenters of Broadway and Touring Broadway productions. You will also attend specifically designed labor and marketing seminars as well as the annual Group Sales and Marketing forums which carry no registration fees. Add to this access to the League’s mailing list and a exclusive web bulletin board and you have all of the elements you need to become a key player in the Broadway producing industry! To find out more about joining the Producer Development Program, call Ed Sandler, Director of Membership Services at The League of American Theatres and Producers: 212/703-0223.

STAGE DIRECTIONS® MAG OFFER!
1/3 OFF! Save on a year's subscription to the new Stage Directions Magazine. "Whether you're a producer, house manager, lighting technician or set designer, Stage Directions® is the one magazine you shouldn't be without." TRU members can receive a full year (12 issues) for the discounted price of $19.95, regularly $26. Log on to www.stage-directions.com and enter key code RTRU29 and each issue will provide you with ideas to make your next production more successful. Subscribe now!

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Job offers
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DANCE COACH NEEDED: JUMP ON THIS GIG.
Dance coach needed immediately for actors in the play, Jump Jim Crow, part of this year’s Midtown International Theatre Festival. Must be able to create a black-face dance from the mid-18th century. You will be paid. Send resume to: hank@henrymeyerson.com

RESPECTED NY PRESS GUY NEEDS SMS, ADS AND DESIGNERS.
Chip DeFaa has a pressing need for stage managers, assistant directors and designers for three upcoming shows:
THEATER BOYS, a full-length, two-act musical comedy with a cast of 10, written/directed by Chip Deffaa, to be presented at the Kaufman Theater in the Fresh Fruit Festival in Manhattan on July 15, 16, 17, 18. Looking for an assistant director (or possibly an assistant director/choreographer). Also looking for a stage manager, and a production assistant. Work would begin immediately and continue for about four weeks. Also needs costume or set designers. This will be a non-paying, festival production.
A FEW MOMENTS AT MYSPACE ANONYMOUS, a one-act comedy with music, written/directed by Chip Deffaa, is to be presented in the Strawberry Festival of One Act plays, July 25th and 26th (and possibly continuing through the run of the festival, until August 9th). Looking for a stage manager, who would work immediately, through the end of the run. This is a non-paying festival gig. The play will be performed July 25th and 26th and possibly other dates through August 9th. Could possibly also use a costume designer/set designer, although this is just a very simple two-character play.
THE SEVEN LITTLE FOYS, a full-length, two-act musical comedy with a cast of 10, written/directed by Chip Deffaa, is to be presented in the New York International Fringe Festival – FringeNYC, for seven performances during the festival (which runs from Aug. 8-24). This will be an Equity Showcase (Equity approval is pending.) Looking for a stage manager, an Assistant Director (or Associate Director), a Production Assistant, stage hands, as well as costume designer and set designer. This will be non-paying work.
Contact Chip Deffaa, 973/684-3340, email OriginalCast1@aol.com and visit www.chipdeffaa.com

PLUS MEDIA SEEKS ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
Associate producer needed at fast-paced TV production company in Chelsea. Fast-paced entertainment group specializing in national and local television production, cable, broad-band, lifestyle programming and TV satellite production. The following qualities are desired:
• All-around knowledge of television production –or – willing to put in the hours to learn
• Creative, driven and focused
• Post production skills a plus – Final Cut, Motion, DVD Studio Pro preferred
• Good communication skills: writing and telephone
• Must be organized and detail oriented
• General administrative skills
• Ability to work under deadlines
• Desire to be a team player and grow with the company
Compensation: starting salary $25,000 plus bonuses, full medical, dental, vision benefits after 3 months, 401K, Transit-Chek. If you are interested, please send your resume AND cover letter to apjobhunt@gmail.com

MAKE YOURSELF EXPENDABLE.
Theatre of the Expendable needs a graphic designer right away for their Fringe ad. Because it's the Fringe, they won't be able to pay, but they do have lots of love to share! It's a relatively simple job - just 1/3  page - and they already have some ideas. If you're interested, e-mail Elizabeth at ehammett@theatreoftheexpendable.org.

DON'T THROW AWAY THIS PEARL OF AN OPPORTUNITY.
The Pearl Theatre Company, now producing its 25th season of classical theater Off-Broadway with its resident acting company, seeks a development associate for its fast-paced, high-output development department. We are seeking a highly organized, creative, self-motivated development professional to help us reach our fundraising goals (over $1 million in FY09). The ideal candidate will have a passion for classical theater, strong experience with Raiser's Edge and superior organizational ability. This individual will have outstanding verbal and written communication skills, extraordinary attention to detail, and experience with hands on special events planning.  Responsibilities include: organization and planning of our 25th Anniversary Gala; creating reports using Raiser's Edge to track success of fundraising campaigns; maintaining an active development calendar; processing contributions and acknowledgement letters; database maintenance. To apply, send cover letter, résumé, writing sample, and three references to Jim Farrell, Development Director, The Pearl Theatre Company, 80 St. Mark's Place, New York, New York 10003, or as an e-mail attachment to jfarrell@pearltheatre.org. Start date is mid-July.  Compensation package includes health, vision and dental insurance, paid vacation and generous holidays. Salary range is $27-$30K. The Pearl values workplace diversity. Salary: $27K-$30K. The Pearl Theatre Company; 80 Saint Marks Place; New York, NY 10003, US. Contact Jim Farrell at jfarrell@pearltheatre.org.

CHECK OUT THIS PROSPECT!
Prospect Theater Company is seeking to create a team of 4-6 Artistic / Producing Associates for its 2008-09 season. Prospect is a critically acclaimed, ten-year-old, non-profit, off-off-Broadway organization. Associates will work directly with Cara Reichel, the company's founder and Producing Artistic Director, and Melissa Huber, founding member and Managing Director. Each associate will rotate through a variety of assignments, both administrative and artistic, throughout the 2008-09 season. Applicants must be available and willing to commit to the program for the ENTIRE season, from July 28, 2008 - May 31, 2009. Prospect's 2008-09 season will consist of three mainstage productions, as well as a variety of other "Dark Nights" programming. Ideal candidates will have completed their undergraduate education, and will be self-starters and team players who are seeking to engage in an intense, hands-on, "apprentice-style" training program. This is a great, resume-building next step to take after interning at a larger organization or completing graduate school. Prospect hopes to provide the opportunity for committed young professionals to stretch their wings in a real-world environment, and take on significant responsibilities. Applicants should expect to commit an average of 10-15 hours / week to the program. These hours are on a flexible, self-determined schedule and would largely be compatible with a 9-6 day job. Each associate will Assistant Direct or Associate Produce one of Prospect's three mainstage productions as well assist with the fundraising, marketing, press, casting, and technical activities for each of Prospect's mainstage productions throughout the year. There is no pay for these positions. Interested applicants should email a resume to Cara Reichel, cara@prospecttheater.org, no later than June 22, 2008. Interviews will be conducted in late June / early July, and the Associates Program begins in late July.

SHINE A LIGHT ON THIS THEATER.
LightBox is seeking a full-time Producing Director to partner with the Producing Artistic Director during an important and exciting period of growth in which LightBox's programs will go national. LightBox is a small nonprofit ensemble theater company that creates performances, community engagement campaigns, and educational programs that speak to issues of our time. We are looking for an outgoing person with great organizational and communication skills, able to think strategically, and to help manage the day-to-day operations of the company. This is a great opportunity to come in at a key moment of growth and help shape the future of LightBox, and the position offers the potential to grow with the organization. Production experience is required, as this person will be producing LightBox's performances in New York and nationally. Other possible responsibilities (in collaboration with the Producing Artistic Director): creation and management of budgets; design and implementation of new programs; oversight of education and community outreach programs; Board management. This is a very hands-on position in a small office, so strategy and day-to-day management will go hand in hand. We are willing to tailor the job to the strengths of the right candidate. To apply please send resume, cover letter, and three professional references to: Ellen Beckerman, Producing Artistic Director, LightBox. Contact Ellen Beckerman at ellen@lightboxtheatre.org.

FRONT OF HOUSE AT SECOND STAGE
Second Stage Theatre is currently looking to fill a Front of House position for its upcoming production. A Ticket Taker/Concessions position is available for five shifts per week. Production begins performances on 6/26/08. **Shifts to be covered are Wednesday through Saturday evenings and Wednesday matinees plus additional shifts as needed. All shifts are required and non-negotiable. Please do not apply for this position if you are not available for all these shifts including Wednesday matinees. Reliability, a neat and professional appearance and a VERY positive attitude are all required. Dedication to customer service is a must and some FOH experience is preferred. An interest in theatre and a desire to be part of our production team is also a priority. Please email your cover letter and resume to the address listed with "FOH Staff" in the Subject line: Joshua Schleifer at jschleifer@2st.com

HOOK UP WITH LAURIE, FOR LAUGHS!
Production Manager or Co-Producer Wanted - Just got rights to an Alan Ayckbourn play for an NYC Showcase this Nov-Dec. If interested, please contact Laurie Eliscu, Artistic Director, Hudson River Repertory Co. Designers may also reply. HudsonRiverRep@aol.com.

TAKE THE BULL BY THE HORNS!
Critically acclaimed Red Bull Theater, "the most exciting classical theater in New York" (Time Out NY 12/07), seeks a driven, outgoing, ambitious and talented Managing Director to work with the Artistic Director, Jesse Berger. Red Bull Theater has experienced rapid growth since its founding in 2003, and recently received the Tony Randall Theatrical Fund's $100,000 Award. In four producing seasons, the company has three extended Off-Broadway productions under its belt, an OBIE Award, the support of over 200 individual donors, 15 foundations, 3 government agencies, and a loyal audience of nearly 5,000 people. The Managing Director of Red Bull Theater will have professional experience or training including but not limited to the following areas: producing, marketing, fund-raising, foundation/donor relations, staff/volunteer management, and grant-writing in not-for-profit theater. Red Bull Theater also welcomes applications from current or recent Graduate students for whom this position might be an Internship or Apprenticeship and/or otherwise provide a transition from training to practical experience in the profession. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a mark with a young and successful company; helping Red Bull Theater strengthen infrastructure and manage the long-term growth of donors, audience and artistic development. Please send your résumé, letter of interest, and a list of 3 references to jesse@redbulltheater.com. Position open until filled. www.redbulltheater.com.

ACTORS AND WRITERS WHO WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A VISIBLE DIFFERENCE!
Auditions for actors and writers with a passion social change - Visible Theatre is holding auditions for its professional company and upcoming projects. Diversity a priority. "We work in NYC and our new studio in Sleepy Hollow (40 minutes from Grand Central)! AEA and Non-AEA Actors paid for performances. Please e-mail Artistic Director Krista Smith with letter of introduction at: desk@visibletheatre.org and see our website at www.visibletheatre.org.

BE PRO-ACTIVE AND BE PART OF PRO-FILES.
A series of short documentaries for kids needs looks at professionals at work. PRO-FILES is a series of 5-minute looks at people working and more people are needed: fields such as arts, education, medicine, writing, activism, small business, fundraising, etc. The list is endless, so kids can re-evaluate their idea of "success" and know that each job is a very important piece in the thread of society. To apply/nominate, please e-mail to katielee34@hotmail.com with the following answers: Describe yourself as a child and a sentence or two about your childhood "situation." What did you think you would become? What kind of kid were you? Your professional story (how it all started... how did you get yourself into this profession? Luck? Hard work? Etc.). What parts of your character/soul does this profession feed? Why is it important (even if it's only because it makes you happy!) Put PROFILES as subject line. Only seeking people happy with their work and within an hour or two driving distance from NYC. Each chosen professional must be available for one day of filming, accommodating to your schedule.

A CHANCE FOR YOU TO BE MORE VISIBLE!
Seeking Westchester and NYC actors and writers! Visible Theatre is seeking advanced actors and apprentices for our professional weekly lab, writing circle and master classes. Diversity is a priority in our mission! To learn about Visible's amazing community, projects and our NYC and Westchester studios, please visit: www.visibletheatre.org. To apply, please email a one page letter of introduction, including an artistic statement to: desk@visibletheatre.org.

FOLLOW THESE DIRECTIONS, DIRECTORS WITH NEW WORK. 
Director-driven projects wanted to be part of presentations in new space. Audience of public and industry people in an intimate, supportive environment. Throughout the year, The Directors Company will present work (maybe yours?) in various formats. Recently sponsored premiere season of Katherine & Friends (KNF): Theatre in the Rough, a month-long series of readings and workshops. Submissions for director-driven projects will be solicited throughout the year. Season and application information TBA. To find out more about studio series e-mail directorscompany@aol.com, or visit www.myspace.com/directorsstudio. In new space at The Directors Company 311 W. 43 St., Suite 409, Phone 212/246-5877. Fax: 212/246-0668. 

WOMEN’S PROJECT PROJECTS JOB NEED: THEATER MANAGER.
At Julia Miles Theater in midtown. Manage box office, front-of house, building operations, payroll, staff liason, rentals, customer service, supply ordering, much more. Some 6-day work weeks. Need excellent verbal/math skills; computer fluency in MS Word & Excel; experience with Telecharge Ticketing System or similar; 2 years’ similar experience. Competitive salary. Begins immediately. Send cover letter/resume to fax 212/765-2024 or e-mail to info@womensproject.org. No phone calls. 

EL MUSEO DEL BARRIO: POR FAVOR DIRECTOR/CONNOISSEUR.
Director of Performing & Media Arts. The museum needs a bilingual (Spanish/English) connoisseur of the Latino, Caribbean and Latin American performing/media scene to curate and program two theaters, café, outdoor programs, galleries. Dance, film, concerts, plays, etc. Starts this spring. Work on ticket sales, contracts, marketing, P.R., rentals, fundraising, supervise staff. Full-time. Must have 5 years’ experience in theater program management and/or performing arts production, BA or advanced degree. Team player with excellent communication/people skills. Competitive salary. Send letter of interest, resume, names/addresses of at least 3 professional references to: Teatro Search Committee, El Museo del Barrio, 1230 Fifth Av., New York, NY, 10029. No calls. www.Elmuseo.org.

SYMPHONY SPACE HAS SPACE FOR A LITERARY PRO FOR PROGRAMS.
Production Coordinator for Literary Programs. Projects include radio-broadcast readings of short stories by name actors; book discussion series for adults and kids; off-site programs. Correspondence, finance tracking, marketing, help supervise interns. Should have keen interest in fiction and nonfiction, be able to write copy in a clear manner, be good with numbers and multi-tasking. Immediately available. Benefits. Send cover letter/resume to K. Minton, Director, Literary Programs, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway, New York, NY 10025 or fax to 212/932-3228 or e-mail katherine.minton@symphonyspace.org.   

CURIOUS FROG WANTS STAFF TO HOP ON OVER!
Curious? Don’t “betray” their hopes. Costume designer, stage manager, assistant stage manager needed for Betrayal by Harold Pinter. Rehearsals in May, runs Thurs-Suns in June. Equity Showcase in Manhattan. Modest but respectable stipends. E-mail cover letter, resume (for designer, images of previous work depicting 1970s-contemporary styles) to Renee Rodriguez, Executive Director, renee@curiousfrog.org. Curious Frog Theatre Company. Website: www.curiousfrogtheatrecompany.org. Phone: 773/844-6313. 

IS THIS JOB MUSIC TO YOUR EARS?
Boosey & Hawkes seeks a proactive, problem-solving team player to work in its New York rental library, which contains one of the largest holdings of orchestral operatic and choreographic music in the Western Hemisphere. The rental library serves hundreds of orchestras, opera and ballet companies throughout North America, and various parts of South America. The successful candidate will be energetic, conscientious and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Boosey & Hawkes is the leading independent publisher of contemporary classical music and is the exclusive representative for thousands of works by composers including celebrated masters such as Bartók, Britten, Copland, Prokofieff, Rachmaninoff and Stravinsky as well as current innovators like John Adams, Steve Reich, Edgar Meyer and Henryk Górecki. The company also represents many other fine classical catalogs, including Faber Music and Ricordi, in North America. Our growing jazz repertoire includes Chick Corea, Andrew Hill, David Benoit and a major catalog of bebop and post-bop standards. Responsibilities: order fulfillment of sets of orchestral rental material; work directly with extremely active customer base, including taking orders, quotes and requests for information; assure accuracy and attention to details of order fulfillment within specific assigned area; maintain orders in proprietary rental database; contribute to ongoing improvements in library and its systems. Qualifications: college or conservatory degree in music or similar arts-related field; extensive knowledge of and enthusiasm for contemporary classical music repertoire; excellent communication skills; ability to learn and work with proprietary rental licensing and inventory software system. Boosey & Hawkes offers a competitive salary and benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer. Please email resume and cover letter to Rachel Peters at rachel.peters@boosey.com

IS YOUR FRIEND A FASHION DISASTER?
TLC's "What Not to Wear" is seeking New York FASHION DISASTER nominations ASAP! "We need to cast this show right away, so do not hesitate! SECRETLY nominate your friend or relative for a complete style transformations. Nominees who are chosen will receive $5,000 in clothing and accessories, hair, style and make-up transformations. Give us a GREAT reason to choose your nominee, tell us why they DESERVE to be on the show. What makes her unique? We need your nomination ASAP! Please get your application in to us right away! Include at least 2 recent photos and the following info: Name. Age. Size. Height. Location. Occupation. Married/Kids? Nominator's name/relation/phone. Style: Tell us what her style is, tell us her worst fashion blunders. Why does she need our help? Tell us about her make-up and hair. Send to Robert Mazza, Casting Director, What Not to Wear/BBC NY Production or email rmazza@bbcnyproduction.com. Nominees chosen receive $5,000 in clothing, hair, make-up and style transformation. [1-31]

TEMP BOOKKEEPING POSITION AVAILABLE.
Richard Frankel Productions Inc., an independent theatrical production and general management company, seeks a Temp Bookkeeper to assist with day-to-day bookkeeping including processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable and banking. 20-40 hours per week needed for two to three months, possibly more. Experience with Microsoft Office expected; Quickbooks or other accounting software highly desirable. Send letter and resume to Finance Office, Richard Frankel Productions, 729 Seventh Ave., 12th Fl., New York, NY 10019. Contact Michael Naumann at jobs@rfpny.com. Fax: 212/575-1189. [1-31]

A CIVIL REQUEST FOR A MANAGING DIRECTOR.
The Civilians seeks an entrepreneurial, ambitious managing director with visionary leadership skills for a tremendous opportunity to join a company with growing profile. Job requires wide-range of skills: program development, financial management, contracts, fundraising, and general administration. Ongoing interaction with LORT Theaters, commercial producers, festivals, publishers, artists, and many others. Founded in 2001, The Civilians creates original theater from investigations into real life. Shows include the long-running hit Gone Missing, the upcoming This Beautiful City at Humana and Studio Theatre, other productions at La Jolla Playhouse, Public Theater, A.R.T., many others. Five-person staff. Full-time benefits, competitive salary. 146 West 29th St #7E NYC 10001 or steve@thecivilians.org.

N.J. DINNER THEATER WORK BEFORE DINNER (MOSTLY).
Run lights, run errands, etc. during run of shows. Get a run for your money which will be paid per hour or per diem – no performers, please. Also help with props, painting, sets. Year-round schedule mainly Mon thru Sat afternoons, occasional evenings and Suns. Non-union house. Resumes/inquiries to Ken Schwarz, c/o Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Rt. 173 W., Hampton, NJ 08827, or call 908/730-8007 ext.12. E-mail: ken@hhplayhouse.com

TEEN SCENE. GAY THEATER EDUCATION SPECIALIST.
Make a difference: Hetrick-Martin Institute needs specialist for all at-risk youth, especially LGBT/questioning. Perform screening, assessment, referral of youth referred to After-School programs. Develop, facilitate and implement arts and cultural programming in the Harvey Milk High School and the HMI After-School Program. Develop activities and curricula. Assist in program design, recruitment and student supervision, much more, including administrative work. Must have Bachelor's degree in human services field or arts, knowledge of at-risk adolescent and LGBTQ issues including HIV, computer skills (Microsoft Word, Outlook), professional arts experience. E-mail resume and cover letter with salary history to jobs@hmi.org (no .zip or .pdf files). Put job title in subject line or will be deleted.

NEED PRO FOR AMATEUR RIGHTS. SAMUEL FRENCH.
Office work for play publisher. Amateur Licensing Associate: heavy phone and computer work, processing and clearing stage performance rights. Also communicating with playwrights and their agents and customers. Team player. Word, Excel, Outlook experience. Arts background helpful. Cover letter, resume and salary requirements to jobs@samuelfrench.com. Put NYORD-100507 in subject line. (posted 12/16)

DIVERSE RESPONSIBILITIES WITH DIVERSE KIDS.
Camba After-school program seeks arts teachers, tutor types, activity leaders (sports to sewing). Numerous schools in inner-city and other parts of Brooklyn. $24/hour. Experience required. Indicate neighborhood preference and background in letter/resume as single attachment in Microsoft Word to: submitresumes@camba.org.

AS YOU LIKE IT LIKE NEVER BEFORE, SEEKS CO-PRODUCER.
Allegorical version in form of Jewish religious satire. Concealed religious allegory – identified by Knowles in his Variorum edition of the play, never previously been performed because it never made sense to anyone, and suggests plays were written by Amelia Bassano Lanyer, England's first commercial woman poet. Click here for info. Cast mostly UK-trained. Rehearses Sunday mornings. Should have deep interest in Shakespeare and experimental theatre. Call John Hudson, 212/769-9537.

EXPENDABLE NEEDS DEPENDABLE P.R. PERSON.
Say yes to press. Theatre of the Expendable needs P.R. rep for 2008 season. 3 shows. Get press, reviews, help spread the word. Pay negotiable, commensurate with experience. E-mail elizabethhammett@msn.com.

THE HIMALAYAN ART JOB YOU’VE LONGED FOR.
Education Assistant in NYC museum. Himalayan Art jobs just don’t come along every day. This one requires someone to provide administrative and clerical support to curator and other staff, work with interns, work with calendar and office duties, arrange travel, attend workshops related to museum collection. Must have Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 1 year paid work experience as an Administrative Assistant, strong knowledge of MS Office suite (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint), internet research, producing reports from database. $30,000 maximum plus benefits package. E-mail letter/resume indicating EDUCATION ASSISTANT/NYFA in the subject line to jobs@rmanyc.org. No attachments. Summarize qualifications, salary history/requirements. No generic statements. Snail mail: Rubin Museum of Art, Human Resources, 150 W. 17th St. New York, NY 10011 (posted 12/15)

AUDITIONS/WRITER AND DIRECTOR SUBMISSIONS
The Supporting Characters, a professional theater ensemble based in lower Westchester, has openings for writers, actors, and directors. The group is dedicated to the development of new plays from initial collaborative lab sessions THROUGH public performance; we will present a staged reading series at the Pelham Arts Center in 2008 and are seeking venues for full productions in Westchester and New York City. Here is a link to a review of our most recent production in the city: www.oobr.com/top/volThirteen/ten/neworleans.htm We are looking for artists who believe in the ensemble process and enjoy working with a core group to produce challenging new theatre. Actors may be Equity or non-Equity; good cold readers especially encouraged. Writers are the focal point of our work. Submit resumes, along with pictures for actors, writing sample for writers, letter of interest for all, to info@thesupportingcharacters.com, attn: Cynthia Granville, Artistic Director.

THE WEB AND FLOW OF A THEATER WEBSITE, ONSITE.
Full-time, 2 positions, one an assistant, both involving data entry, editing, proofreading for theater listings for theater website using press releases, etc. Good typing/organizational skills. Knowledge of theater and Web/HTML a plus. $26,000 + benefits to start, or commensurate with experience. Hours: 12-8 pm. E-mail Dan Bacalzo at bacalzo@theatermania.com or call 212/352-0255, ext. 121.

ALTAR BOY NEEDS OFFICE GUY/GAL!
Busy theatrical producer and TRU friend Ken Davenport seeks a personal assistant for minimum 5 hours a week (could be more). Producers of Altar Boyz, Awesome 80s Prom, My First Time. Duties include errands, cleaning and laundry. Please email your resume to Nicole Brodeur at nicole@davenporttheatrical.com for more information, and absolutely mention TRU. Salary is $15/hr.

BIG PLANS FROM SMALL POND: ARTS RESEARCH TEAM SOUGHT.
Community-wide project to improve arts networking that works. Professionals and students who can dedicate 5 or more hours a week to help conduct research using the internet and your own networking; the commitment includes one group-work session per week. Pay based on performance and productivity. Contact smallpondentertainment@gmail.com with resume and indicate if a Sunday at 11:30 am or a Tuesday at 7 pm is a better meeting time.

ARS NOVA NEEDS A SUPER NOVA ON STAFF.
Assistant (support staff) needed in Artistic Dept. Involved with all programming, artist relations, and artistic development activities at not-for-profit theater. Correspondence, assist with shows, readings, workshops, supervising interns, scheduling. Long days and occasional weekends. Must have prior experience in and knowledge of not-for-profit theater or other live entertainment; top administrative skills and presentation; MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat skills;  BA/BS degree or a combination of equivalent experience and training. Competitive salary with benefits (after 3 months). Send cover letter, resume, 3 references to: jobs@arsnovanyc.com with "Artistic Assistant" in subject line.

GET READY FOR NEW WORK IN THE NEW YEAR!
EventPro Strategies Models is hiring actors, promotional talent, people with great personalities, marketing people, drivers, managers, mobile tour staff. EventPro Strategies is a national promotion staffing agency looking for male and female actors, models, brand ambassadors, dancers, and other promotional talent in your area! EPS has a wide range of programs set up for this coming year, among them: Mobile Marketing Tours, Product Launches and Test Marketing, College Marketing, Nightlife Programs, High-profile Events; Mystery Shopping, Ethnic and Bilingual Programs and more! Go to: www.EPSTalentVault.com to register. Registration is free. Enter your contact info, H/R (required), and must be 18 or over. Please list all your skills and languages spoken. We have a special niche in the bilingual/Spanish markets and need you! Pay range for promotional work: $14-$50/hr depending on the project and your experience.

SEEKING SLEEPY COMPOSER!
Laurie Eliscu, former BMI Workshop librettist, experienced director, is seeking a composer for a unique adaptation of Washington Irving's tales - combining Sleepy Hollow with two or more lesser-known tales woven in. Book and lyrics are well underway - but open to collaboration. This project was initiated to present in the Hudson River towns (Washington Irving country) through her company Hudson River Repertory Co. Music ranges from eerie/mysterious to comical - more Bernstein or Sondheim or Lucy Simon... not rock. Please contact: LaurieEliscu@aol.com

GET WITH THE PROGRAM IN JERSEY.
Arts Horizons seeks a part-time NJ Program Coordinator to work 20 hours a week in its Englewood, New Jersey office, to assist with planning, coordinating, managing and marketing NJ arts education residency/professional development programs including the Artist Teacher Institute. The individual will provide support for outreach, contracts, budgets, documentation and reports. Position works closely with the NJ Program Manager and reports to the Education Director. Year round position with flexible hours/schedule is available immediately. Requirements: Bachelor¹s degree in the arts and/or education. Previous administrative program experience. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Office essential. Ability to work independently and in team collaboration while successfully multi-tasking and prioritizing various assignments. No phone calls. Please email cover letter, resume and three references to: Contact: Maggie Hunter, Education Director; maggie@artshorizons.org; Arts Horizons; One Grand Avenue, Suite 7; Englewood, NJ 07631; 201 567-1766 x102; Fax: 201 567-5312; www.artshorizons.org.

GOT GOOD GRAMMAR? WHERE'S THE PROOF?
Freelance proofreading gig, Wed-Fri, hours ranging from 1-7. Thursday evening is usually a little later. Pay is $30 an hour. If you're interested please email Wendy Zuckerman at wzuckerman@crain.com.

LET THIS ENSEMBLE GIVE YOU A LIFT.
Office Assistant/Production Assistant wanted! Elevator Repair Service, an acclaimed experimental theater ensemble is looking for an individual who is interested in a split position consisting of part time administrative work and Stage management work in NYC and on tour. Administrative duties include: overseeing and hiring interns; company mailings and mailing list maintenance; press, media and publicity materials upkeep; grant proofreading and assembly; fundraising research; office organization; general correspondence for the company; building liaison; and general administrative assistance to the company's Artistic Director and Associate Artistic Director. Stage Manager Duties include: overseeing and communicating company rehearsal schedule, keeping rehearsal book (recording all blocking and line assignment), running rehearsals (calling breaks and releasing actors when not needed), and general stage management. The individual should like a small office environment, extensive travel and have an interest in an ensemble artistic process. Knowledge of Word and Excel necessary. Knowledge of Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, Filemaker Pro helpful. Hours are divided between part time daytime office work and part time evening and weekend production work. Please send resume and contact info to admin@elevator.org. For more information on the company visit www.elevator.org.

PREPARE FOR BATTLE.
Hinton Battle, Choreographer and Director (and 4-time Tony Award winner!) seeks a highly organized and productive Personal Administrative Assistant. Must have strong office and communication skills. Responsibilities include but are not limited to answering phones, answering daily emails, ordering office supplies, filing, scanning, writing letters, writing production proposals, preparing theatrical treatments, managing database, assist with scheduling, and bookkeeping. Experience with research on the Internet, use of Mac, or PC with Word, Excel, Photoshop, Dreamweaver/HTML/web design software, Itune and Imovie/video editing software is required. Candidates must have experience working in theater, film and television. Weekly Salary, must be able to travel, have valid driver's license and US passport. Hours vary/days vary. Please send your resume, along with educational background, salary history and requirements, via e-mail only to hintonbattle@yahoo.com with Personal Administer as subject title. References are required.

DON'T MISS YOUR TURN ONTO THE ROUNDABOUT!
Roundabout Theatre Company seeks an individual who will work in partnership with the Executive Director on multiple aspects of the theatre's administration, particularly related to the Development and Education offices. Principal responsibilities include liaising with the theater's Board of Directors, assisting in governmental relations activities, completing special projects as directed, and assisting the Executive Director with ongoing administrative tasks. Excellent communication, computer and organizational skills are key to the position with exposure to a variety of constituents both internally and externally. Individual must be multi-task oriented, flexible enough to work in a fast-moving theater environment and have 1 year's administration experience. Performing arts experience preferred. Cover letter/resume to fax 212/869-8817 or email (word format) jobs@roundabouttheatre.org. Please indicate in subject line - AED.

LIGHT UP INNER WORKINGS OF AN INNER LIGHT.
Music Director needed..but first someone to compose the music!!  It’s going to be a musical drama.  Small stipend.  Call Harvey Mishell at 917/837-8789 or e-mail resume to gomish@aol.com.

A NOVEL IDEA: TURN A NOVEL INTO A MONOLOGUE.
Writer wants a cooperative director to help make a 45-minute monologue out of her comic novel, Cooperative Village. Fee negotiable. E-mail fmadeson@rcn.com and find info at www.carolmrp.com.

NYC CASTING OFFICE CASTS NET FOR INTERN.
Casting for casting office helper. 2 - 3 days a week during school year (Mon/Wed/Fri). Should be great on the phones, have strong computer skills (Word, Excel), resourceful with a passion for theater, film and TV. Database entry, headshot filing, prepping sessions, etc. Cover letter and resume to casting@callericasting.com or fax to 212/499-2199. www.CalleriCasting.com.

REACH ‘EM AND TEACH ‘EM.
Shows “booked” at libraries for kids. Urban Stages is looking for children’s theater performers, and teaching artists for arts and education programs. Solo performances or small ensembles preferred. Resumes to nwatson@urbanstages.orgn or mail to Urban Stages, 17 E. 47 St., 6th floor, NY, NY 10017.

GET INTO THE COMMUNITY ARENA AT ARENA STAGE.
57th season needs experienced and creative professional to manage arts in education programming. Community Engagement department. Manage Student Playwrights Project (teacher and curriculum development, student  training, producing/directing shows, staff supervision, etc. Manage education budget; strategize, investigate, and design new programming, much more. Must have 5 years of related work experience; MA in Theater Education preferred; strong managerial skills; solid background in theater and education with proven teaching experience; practices; familiarity with DC area community and schools. Send cover letter with salary requirements and resume to Katherine Keefe, 101 Sixth St, SW, Washington, DC, 20024 or email jobs@arenastage.org.

AMASS EXPERIENCE AT AMAS AS AN INTERN!
Amas Musical Theatre, dedicated to multiculturalism and training of inner-city youth. Seeking high school and college interns, and those not in school. Possible responsibiltites include: administration (grants, fundraising, research, general office work, logging submissions from new writers, planning annual gala dinner); production (help with casting calls, rehearsal, and production, scenery and tech help, box office); education programs. Hours negotiable (6-24 per week). Stipends generally not available except for some transportation. Contact Mr. Jan Hacha, Managing Director of Amas, 115 MacDougal Street, #2B, New York, NY 10012. Call 212/563-2565 or fax 212/239-8332 or e-mail JHacha@aol.com with resume and cover letter. See www.amasmusical.org for more on this TRU friend and distinguished company.

HELP! HELP! HELP! HELP EXECUTIVE PRODUCER. STIPEND.
Some work from home. $100 monthly stipend. Begin immediately. Young production company seeking organized, self-sufficient individual to assist for 3-month commitment. Updating calendar, files, assisting writing manuals and ensuring office policies are being upheld by other staff. May require assistance at shows. Flexible hours. Ciona Taylor Productions in Manhattan. E-mail Reagan Wilson info@cionataylor.com.

SEE IF THESE WORKS MERIT PRODUCTION.
Seeking Literary Interns to evaluate scripts (if you don't have experience, you'll learn through the process) (if you are a playwright, evaluating scripts will help you sharpen your writing skills). Please contact Sandra Nordgren at NewWorksOfMerit@aol.com. See Internships/Literary at www.13thStreetRep.org; Sandra Nordgren, Literary Manager; 13th Street Repertory; 50 West 13th Street, New York, NY 10011, 917/363-2369.

AMAS WANTS TO AMASS NEW STAFF.
Multi-Cultural Theatre Has Multi-Faceted Job Openings. Immediate needs for Administrative Associate, Graphic Designer, Administrative Assistant (School), Internships. Very established non-profit musical theater company stressing multi-culturalism and training inner-city youth. Varied pay and locations. Entry/Near-Entry Level Arts Administration Associate (Full or Part-Time). For person seriously considering a career in non-profit theatre management. Skills: phone, extensive computer software knowledge (Word, Excel, etc., etc.), web management, writing. Detail-oriented. 2. Graphic Designer (Part-Time)- Skilled with Quark Xpress and PhotoShop. 1-2 years' experience and portfolio of cool work samples (could be combined with job #1 for full-time) 3. Administrative Assistant (Part-Time) to Director of Musical Theatre Academy for pre-professional training program for inner-city teens. Help with mailings, recruitment events, registrar for the Academy, includes Saturday hours during classes. 12-20 hours weekly, various sites, $10/hr. 4. Internships : for enthusiastic, detail-oriented people to work in administration, grants, development, mailings, general office, all aspects of running of theatre events (backstage, house, auditions, etc.), teaching programs. Internships hours negotiable (7-40 hours per week.)… Locations vary for some jobs (Greenwich Village, theaters, plus Town Hall for Saturday classes). For all Inquiries Contact: Mr. Jan Hacha, Managing Director, Amas Musical Theatre, 115 MacDougal Street (Suite 2B), New York, NY 10012. Phone: 212.563.2565. Fax: 212.239.8332. E-mail: JHacha@aol.com. Send cover letter and resume. Website: www.amasmusical.org

WORK FOR A PRICE, BUT MAYBE NOT A PRICE.
TRU producer Eva Price of MEP seeks paid staff and interns. Maximum Entertainment Productions, a producing, developing and investing organization, is looking for paid staff (future) as well as a qualified producing intern (currently): good phone and personal skills, clerical and administrative abilities, and knowledge and experience in the world of professional theater/entertainment. Be responsible, organized, dynamic, and a self-starter. Attend readings/workshops, vet scripts, involvement with casting, press and marketing. Opportunity for professional growth for certain candidates. Two Broadway shows for next season, one off-Broadway play now, and one National Tour. www.maximumcompany.com for more information.  Apply to eprice@maximumcompany.com

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO WALK (AND FLYER) THESE STREETS?
Street team wanted: seeking students/theater enthusiasts to flyer/poster areas of Manhattan and TKTS area in the fall. Pay plus commission. Contact Alex Perez (dragoff@optonline.net)

WHAT'S ON THE PROGRAM? DIRECT YOURSELF TO HARLEM.
Harlem School of the Arts seeks an experienced, motivated, energetic Director of Theater Programs to develop, implement, manage and expand the full range of Theater Arts program curriculum; primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Directing the production of theater student performances and/or programs. Coordinating theater productions with the fine arts music and dance department staff. Supervising the maintenance of theater inventory (costumes, props and other equipment). Providing a complete educational theater experience for HSA students. Being an advocate of the HSA Theater Program to all stakeholders, the surrounding community and beyond. Designing and implementing programs that achieve increased external donor support and integration with The Dance, Music and Visual Arts. Enhancing the theater department's reputation and development locally, nationally and internationally. Implement an innovative theater curriculum and instruction to raise the institution. Providing a safe and welcoming culture and clear focus for the theater program. Preparing and implementing a strategic plan that exemplifies a creative, innovative and dynamic approach to educational theater contributing to the overall mission of the school. Ensuring that all theater program classes and productions are designed to meet contemporary art education standards. Collaborate closely with Development Department to maximize the opportunities for obtaining financial support for the theater program. Monitoring and managing the program's annual budget in an efficient and cost-effective manner within a planned approach and timeframe. Managing The HSA College Prep Theater Program, prepare college-bound theater students for competitive training at the higher education level. PLEASE SPECIFY IN COVER LETTER WHY THE HARLEM SCHOOL OF THE ARTS IS OF INTEREST TO YOU. Salary range: 52 k. Application materials desired: Resume; Cover Letter; References. Human Resources Department; 645 St. Nicholas Ave; New York City, New York 10030; humanresources@harlemschoolofthearts.org.

MANAGING DIRECTOR TO DEVELOP DISTORTION.                          
Temporary Distortion is the theater (not a temporary job, however!) No pay. Temporary Distortion, a 501(c)3 non-profit off-off-Broadway theater company needs someone to spearhead fundraising and touring initiatives, plus attend to general administration for next level of development. Should know "downtown" theater scene and have some experience with arts grant research/writing. Produces experimental tensely static minimalist theater performance, most often staged in unusual box-like constructions. www.temporarydistortion.com has more info. Cover letter and resume to kenneth@temporarydistortion.com. 

DATABASE DESPERATION.                                                            
"Entry level" job ... as in data "entry." Theater person needs help. Nora is desperately seeking someone to enter, update, organize and systematize her database. Must be e-blast savvy as most of the entries are email addresses. Will negotiate a nominal pay. Call ASAP 917/318-2290 or email: noraarmani@yahoo.com.

SIGN ON THE DOTTED LINE WITH SIGNATURE.
Theater needs general help. Artistic Assistant for Signature Theatre Company to work with artistic staff, answer phones, do schedules and correspondence, support in casting, intern supervision, etc. Strong phone/computer skills essential. Full-time, entry-level salary, plus benefits. Cover letter/resume to careers@signaturetheatre.org, fax to 212/967-2957 or mail to Signature Theatre Company, 630 Ninth Ave., Suite 1106, New York, NY 10036. www.signaturetheatre.org has more on company. 

SMALL POND THEATER SEEKS POND-MATES.
Theater company wants new staff as they expand.  Associate Producer, Casting Production, Management, Marketing/PR, House Manager, Program Devlopment, Fundraising. E-mail letter of interest with experience to smallpondentertainment@yahoo.com

TEMP, TEMP, TEMP.
Administrative, Reception, Finance, Accounting and IT. Welcoming to actors and musicians. Long term, short term and part-time, some permanent. Experience using Word, Excel and PowerPoint is a huge plus. Send a Word attachment of your resume to Sarah@taylorgrey.com

COME AND KNOCK ON THIS DOOR FOR MORE THAN THREE OPPORTUNITIES!
Opening Doors Theatre Company has a whole mess of openings: Managing Director (company position), Musical Directors, Directors, Production Managers, Composers/Lyricists, Choreographers, Stage Managers, Designers (set, costumes, props, carpentry - we have access to The Costume Collection and Materials for the Arts), and Volunteers. Opening Doors Theatre Company is a New York City-based, non-profit performing arts ensemble committed to developing an eclectic mix of programming through the artistic collaboration of performers as well as playwrights, composers, directors and designers, and providing opportunities for new talent to be seen and heard. All inquiries should be directed to Suzanne Adams, Opening Doors Artistic Director, at 646/734-2021 or Suzanne@ODTConline.org. Visit www.ODTConline.org.

STARTS IN THE ARTS.  DO IT WELL AT ORIELLE.
Non-paid internship.  Work in research, business development and initiatives, contracts/negotiation in entertainment areas with company president. Some grunt work, too, but not just administrative support. Must be independent, over 21 years old, able to work 10-20 hours per week for three-month commitment or more (some at downtown Manhattan office, home, some evenings/weekends). Must have own computer and be proficient in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Internet, etc. with arts knowledge, excellent writing and people skills. Must have one year work experience in the field. May lead to paid job. E-mail resume to: intern@OrielleCreativeCompany.com (In subject line: Internship – Your Name). More info: www.OrielleCreativeCompany.com. No phone calls. Orielle Creative Company, LLC, 419 Lafayette Street, NYC 10003.

"COME SEE THE SHOW!!" "IT'S GREAT!" "TICKETS AVAILABLE!"
No, this isn't a misplaced performance ad. It's a job promoting an off-Broadway show by talking to people on the TKTS line. $15 per hour. Available immediately. Must be available Weds, Sat, Sun mornings. Additional shifts available only if you can also work those mornings. Must be people-friendly, willing to work outdoors and cheerfully responsible. Prefer midtown residents. Call Jackie, 212/969-0436 for interview. Company Promotions Inc.

REAL PEOPLE ON HAND FOR FAKE BOY BAND ALTAR BOYZ.
Sell their stuff at the show and sell the show to passersby. Off-Broadway show needs fun, super-outgoing folks for sales positions starting immediately. 7-10 pm at performances $25 per shift plus commission and promoting the musical in Times Square. E-mail resume to jamielynn@davenporttheatrical.com (subject line should state which job you want; maybe both?)

THEATER COMPANY SEEKS PRODUCING DIRECTOR!
Artistic Director of Hudson River Repertory seeks Producing Director to manage productions and oversee publicity. This is an opportunity to partner, build a company that performs in Westchester and Manhattan. Start out as a volunteer (expenses covered), but with your help it can lead to a powerful (and paying) producer's position! Contact: Laurie Eliscu, Hudson River Repertory Company: LaurieEliscu@aol.com

BE PART OF A FUNDRAISING COOPERATIVE!
ArT cOop, a newly formed and innovative fundraising cooperative for the arts, is looking for volunteers, mentors, and members. Fundraising cooperative will empower the artists involved with the tools that they need to have their artistic dreams actualized. By taking on projects to develop, such as a sketch comedy film festival, we will learn by doing. We will share information, we will implement the projects using all of our collective resources to get the job done, and we will seek the guidance of cooperative mentors. In essence, everyone in the co-op will be learning, side by side, the essential tools they will need in order to get their own projects running, and they will have a team of support to help them fulfill it. We are, currently, looking for people to help, teach, learn and grow in the areas of public relations, grant writing, event coordinating, and sponsorship. Even if you would simply like to be an extra hand at an event or if you are an amazing cookie maker (who knows - maybe we'll have a bakesale), we would love to have you as an asset to our cooperative. So if you would like to volunteer or just be in the conversation, sign up for the yahoo group by clicking on this link: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ArT_cOoP - you will be informed of upcoming meetings in which you can attend any, all or few. We welcome and encourage you to join us for mentor events so you too can learn the tricks of the trade. If you are willing to be a mentor, please email Julie at moreteaplease@gmail.com.

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Miscellaneous

A WATCHED PLOT NEVER BOILS OVER ... WANNA BET?
Plot thickens on online soap opera - creators want your feedback. Brooklyn young people have tribulations chapter by chapter, in very short film segments you can watch on the internet and then vote to drive the plot one way or another. (Warning for sensitive ears: the F word is used liberally in these first chapters viewable at www.podoperabrooklyn.com.) Seeking a wider audience as well as comments.

HAVE YOU BENEFITED FROM TRU?
The Dramaturgy Project in Nashville Tennessee is doing some research on TRU and its consequences. If you feel that you have benefited from your association with Theater Resources Unlimited or from the TRU newsletter, email Jaz at jazmn47@aol.com and tell him about it.

TO BE OR NOT TO BE ONLINE, THAT IS THE QUESTION.
“All the worldwideweb's a stage and the men and women merely its payers … of a dollar.” See Shakespeare appear on the web. Launch 8/1. The Shakespeare Gallery - A Photographic History of Shakespearean Performances at www.shakespearegallery.org. The online database is completely free to browse. Actors, directors, designers and teachers will have the option of permanently posting their photos to our database for only $1 each. No limit. User-friendly, sorted by play title. E-mail photos to: photos@shakespearegallery.org Include: name of actor(s)/role(s), director, theater company, year. An e-mail will then be sent to you with online payment instructions.

FREE SPACE TO TRY OUT NEW WORK!
The Village View Community Room Theater is looking for monthly theatrical programming, i.e. a director and cast who would like to showcase a production. Although this is not an actual theater with a professional stage and lighting system, it is a large comfortable room which is set up theater style and accommodates about 40 to 70. They provide the basic audience, the room, and free refreshments. Looking for unstaged or partially staged readings (showcases, try-outs, authors testing their material before a live audience). They do very diverse material ranging from light comedies, humorous monologues and dramas to mysteries and a cabaret night. No admission and no pay for the performers, but the directors and performers have all the rehearsal time and space they need at no charge. The Village View Community Room Theater at 175 East 4th Street in the Eas