
Actor submissions for the SEASON
Thanks to all those who provided principal submissions for the Mac-Haydn Theatre YEAR season.
We are no longer accepting actor submissions. However, we will have an open call in New York City so keep your eyes out on audition notification services. Shows include SHOW LIST”
Season begins DATE, YEAR and ends DATE, YEAR. Runs in Chatham, NY.
Competitive salary with travel and housing provided.
Opportunities For 2022 Season.
Join the Mac-Haydn team and gain strong experience towards your career in theatre. Work with talented professional directors, designers and technicians from New York City and across the country. Build your resume while immersing yourself in theatre, working on seven main stage musicals throughout the summer season.
Hiring Statement
The Mac-Haydn is an equal opportunity employer and strives to create a safe working environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and equitable. We do not discriminate against any identity/expression, physical type/ability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or national origin.
Covid-19 Protocols
All employees must be fully vaccinated. Daily health checks will occur as part of the Daily Call. See details on Mac-Haydn’s COVID-19 Protocols
Seeking Technical Team Members
Please send us a Resume, Cover Letter and References and include the position of interested in the subject of the email.
Email: employment@machaydntheatre.org
Costume Designers
Costumes for classic and contemporary musicals are very much in focus on our intimate, unique theatre-in-the-round stage. You’ll work with top caliber directors and artistic staff, combining your new designs with our extensive stock to create shows that look stunning. Hands-on position; fully staffed costume shop on premises.
Costume Shop: Technicians
The Mac-Haydn Theatre in Chatham, NY is seeking Costume Shop Technicians (Stitchers) for its upcoming Summer 22 Season. Located just 2 hours north of NYC and nestled between The Catskill Mountains and The Berkshires, The Mac-Haydn produces 7 mainstage musicals shows every Summer.
Costume Shop Technicians will work directly with the Costume Designer and Costume Shop Manager to execute the building and fitting of all productions in the season. Applicants should be highly motivated and team oriented, with a strong background in costume construction and must be proficient with hand and machine (home and industrial) sewing, alterations, and flat patterning. Basic draping, dyeing, costume crafts, and millinery are all assets.
Candidates must be able to lift 25 pounds and be ready to work in an exciting and fun environment with a very fast changeover. Competitive salary, Housing, Travel Stipend are provided.
Job Dates are June 10 - September 12, 2022 (flexible).
Please send resume, cover letter, and references to employment@machaydntheatre.org.
Costume Shop: Cutter/Draper
The Mac-Haydn Theatre in Chatham, NY is seeking a Cutter/Draper for its upcoming Summer 22 Season. Located just 2 hours north of NYC and nestled between The Catskill Mountains and The Berkshires, The Mac-Haydn produces 7 mainstage musicals every Summer.
The Cutter/Draper will work directly with the Costume Designer and Costume Shop Manager to execute the patterning, building and fitting of all productions in the season. Applicants should be highly motivated and team oriented, with a strong background in costume construction (patterning, cutting, draping) and must be proficient with hand and machine sewing and alterations.
Candidates must be able to lift 25 pounds and be ready to work in an exciting and fun environment with a very fast changeover. Competitive salary, Housing, Travel Stipend, and some meals are provided.
Job Dates are June 10 - Sept. 12, 2022 (flexible).
Please send resume, cover letter, and references to employment@machaydntheatre.org. Please include the position of interested in the subject of the email.
Costume Shop: Wardrobe Supervisor
The Wardrobe Supervisor will work directly with the Stage Manager, Costume Designer,and Costume Shop Manager to execute the organizing and running of all productions in the season.
Applicants should be highly motivated and team oriented, with a strong background in Wardrobe Supervising and the management of a team of dressers/interns. Candidates must be proficient in both hand and machine sewing to handle light alterations when needed. Candidates must be highly organized and able to generate paperwork and notes for each production as well as the running of the show. Wardrobe Supervisor will be responsible for the laundry and general upkeep of each production. Candidates must be able to lift 25 pounds and be ready to work in an exciting and fun environment with a very fast changeover. Competitive salary, Housing, Travel Stipend, and some meals are provided. Job Dates (flexible) are May 12- Sept.2, 2019.
Please send resume, cover letter, and references to employment@machaydntheatre.org. Please include the position of interested in the subject of the email.
Scenic Designers/Artists
Enhance the atmosphere, define the location and add to the action with sets that creatively set the scenes of classic and contemporary musicals. You’ll work with top caliber directors and artistic staff, combining our new designs with our stock pieces to create shows that look stunning. Hands-on position to work out technical and space situations; also do own painting with some assistance. Fully staffed scene shop on premises.
Please send resume, cover letter, and references to employment@machaydntheatre.org. Please include the position of interested in the subject of the email.
Stage Management
Work with top caliber New York City directors; also top-notch performers (non-Equity and Equity Guest Artists) on classic and contemporary musicals. Strong tech knowledge and excellent communication, people and organizational skills are an absolute must to handle all aspects of rehearsals and performances.
Stage Manager: Hands-on position includes but may not be limited to: keep book for all rehearsals, assign and sometimes help with scene changes, keep close contact with production office, track rehearsal and tech progress, performance notes, scheduling, oversee changeover, set up for performances, maintain show integrity throughout performances; SM does not call cues.
Assistant Stage Manager: Hands-on position includes but is not limited to: assist stage manager in all areas, sometimes help with scene changes, set-up for shows, etc., ASM does not call cues.
Carpenters
The Mac-Haydn Theatre in Chatham, NY is seeking Scenic Carpenters for its upcoming Summer 22 Season. Located just 2 hours north of NYC and nestled between The Catskill Mountains and The Berkshires, The Mac-Haydn produces 7 mainstage musicals every Summer. Scenic Carpenters will work directly with the Scenic Designer and Technical Director to execute the building and installation of all productions in the season.
Applicants should be highly motivated with a strong background in scenic construction and must be proficient with hand and power tools, drafting, as well as basic/advanced scenic painting. Candidates must be able to lift 75 pounds and be ready to work in an exciting and fun environment with a very fast changeover. $475.00 - $550.00 weekly, Housing, and Travel Stipend are provided. Job Dates are June 10 - September 12, 2022 (flexible).
Please send resume, cover letter, and references to employment@machaydntheatre.org. Please include the position of interested in the subject of the email.
Properties Designer
The Mac-Haydn Theatre in Chatham, NY is seeking a Properties Designer for its upcoming Summer 22 Season. Located just 2 hours north of NYC and nestled between The Catskill Mountains and The Berkshires, The Mac-Haydn produces 7 mainstage musicals every Summer.
The Properties designer will work directly with the Director, Choreographers, Scenic Designers and Technical Director to execute the building and acquisition of all props in the season. Applicants should be highly motivated with a strong background in Props construction, scenic construction and must be proficient with hand and power tools, upholstering. as well as basic/advanced scenic painting.
Applicants should be highly motivated with a strong background in Props construction, scenic construction and must be proficient with hand and power tools, upholstering. as well as basic/advanced scenic painting. Candidates must be able to lift 75 pounds and be ready to work in an exciting and fun environment with a very fast changeover. $475.00 weekly, Housing, Travel Stipend are provided. Job Dates (flexible) are June 10 - Sept. 12, 2022.
Please send resume, cover letter, and references to employment@machaydntheatre.org. Please include the position of interested in the subject of the email.
Wardrobe Mistress/Master
Work with top caliber directors, designers and staff from New York City and around the country, maintaining and dressing musicals. Strong organizational, dressing and repair skills and ability to work calmly through some multi-show days are a must. Responsibilities include but may not be limited to: maintain all costumes of show in performance: repairs, cleaning, etc., insure that costumes are maintained properly as to fabric care, etc., work with director and stage manager to plan quick changes, assign and execute changes, set up for shows, maintain dressing room areas in safe, workable manner; clean, launder, repair and restock costumes at close of show.
Please send resume, cover letter, and references to employment@machaydntheatre.org. Please include the position of interested in the subject of the email.
Wigs and Make-up Stylist
The Mac-Haydn Theatre in Chatham, NY is seeking a Hair/Wig & Make-up Designer for its upcoming Summer 22 Season. Located just 2 hours north of NYC and nestled between The Catskill Mountains and The Berkshires, The Mac-Haydn produces 7 mainstage musicals every Summer.
Candidates must be very comfortable with the care, styling, and maintenance of lace front wigs of all hair textures, hair styling, and must possess a strong knowledge of theatrical make-up. The Designer will work closely with each production team throughout the summer to execute both contemporary and period specific styles as well as the running of shows with any necessary quick changes. Qualified Candidates must be highly motivated and be able to thrive in a fast paced environment. $500.00 - $600.00 weekly, Housing, and Travel Stipend are provided. Job Dates are June 10 - October 3, 2022.
Applicants need to be fully vaccinated and must agree to adhere to the theatre’s COVID protocols.
The Mac-Haydn is an equal opportunity employer and strives to create a safe working environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and equitable. We do not discriminate against any identity/expression, physical type/ability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or national origin.
Please send resume, cover letter, and references to employment@machaydntheatre.org. Please include the position of interested in the subject of the email.
Assistant Sound Designer/A2
The Mac-Haydn Theatre in Chatham, NY is seeking a Assistant Sound Designer/A2 for its upcoming Summer 22 Season. Located just 2 hours north of NYC and nestled between The Catskill Mountains and The Berkshires, The Mac-Haydn produces 7 mainstage musicals every Summer as well as 4 special events and concerts during the season.
The Sound Designer/A1 will work closely with the Director, Choreographers, Sound Supervisor and Technical Director to implement the sound design and maintain all sound equipment. Applicants should be highly motivated with a strong background in digital console programming.Candidates should be familiar with Sennheiser and Shure wireless systems, qLab, and line by line mixing. Candidates should be comfortable mixing 16-20 wireless microphones as well as mixing and mixing a 5-7 piece orchestra.
Applicants should be highly motivated with a strong background in digital console programming. Candidates should be familiar with Sennheiser and Shure wireless systems, qLab, and line by line mixing. Candidates should be comfortable mixing 16-20 wireless microphones as well as mixing and mixing a 5-7 piece orchestra. Candidates must be able to lift 75 pounds and be ready to work in an exciting and fun environment with a very fast changeover. $500.00 - $600.00 weekly, Housing, Travel Stipend are provided.
Job Dates are June 10 - Oct. 2, 2022. (Some Flexibility Possible)
Please send resume, cover letter, and references to employment@machaydntheatre.org. Please include the position of interested in the subject of the email.
Wardrobe Intern
Excellent professional experience for person enthusiastic to learn more about all aspects of wardrobe. Work with experienced wardrobe head; responsibilities include but may not be limited to: assist with maintenance (laundry, cleaning, repair) and running shows (setting costumes, quick changes), keep dressing room areas safe and workable, restock costumes to storage.
Tech Intern
Excellent professional experience for person enthusiastic to learn more about all aspects of technical theatre. Primarily working in scene shop, helping build sets for unique theatre-in-the-round space; also assisting in all other tech areas as needed, possibility of running lights or sound for some shows.
Drummer/Percussionist
Job Dates: June 20 - October 2 (Full season).
Pay: $550.00 with $100.00 travel stipend and housing
Please note that MHT does not have a house drum kit. The musician will need to provide the essentials: Kick, Snare, Toms, HighHat, Cymbals, and Hardware. “Specialty Instruments” and Auxiliary Percussion will be provided per show, as needed.
Please submit a cover letter outlining related experience and a sample of your playing to music@machaydntheatre.org. Your submission will be reviewed by David Maglione, who will contact select applicants for an interview.
Email: music@machaydntheatre.org
Violin
Job Dates: July 18 - August 14 (Kiss Me Kate, Next to Normal).
Pay: $475.00/wk with $100.00 travel stipend and housing
Please submit a cover letter outlining related experience and a sample of your playing to music@machaydntheatre.org. Your submission will be reviewed by David Maglione, who will contact select applicants for an interview.
Email: music@machaydntheatre.org
Guitar
Job Dates: August 1 - 14 (Next to Normal)
Pay: $475.00/wk with $100.00 travel stipend and housing
Please submit a cover letter outlining related experience and a sample of your playing to music@machaydntheatre.org. Your submission will be reviewed by David Maglione, who will contact select applicants for an interview.
Email: music@machaydntheatre.org
Trombone
Job Dates: Trombone: 7/4 - 7/17 (Urinetown)
Pay: $475.00/wk with $100.00 travel stipend and housing
Please submit a cover letter outlining related experience and a sample of your playing to music@machaydntheatre.org. Your submission will be reviewed by David Maglione, who will contact select applicants for an interview.
Email: music@machaydntheatre.org