Musicians

Seeking Musicians

Mac-Haydn Theatre (Chatham, NY) is seeking the following instrumentalists for the upcoming 2023 summer season. In hopes of engaging with musicians in the Hudson Valley and Albany area, local artists are encouraged to apply. Dates and titles for each position are listed below.

    Drummer/Percussionist: June 18 – September 18 (Full season)

  • $500/wk + $75 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.
    Cello: July 17 – July 31 (The Sound of Music)

  • $475/wk + $75 travel stipend and housing
    Guitar: July 3 – July 17 (Footloose); July 31 – August 14 (Godspell); August 14 – September 4 (Jersey Boys); September 4 – September 18 (The Marvelous Wonderettes)

  • $475/wk + $75 travel stipend and housing
    Trumpet: June 18 – July 2 (42nd Street); September 4 – September 18 (Jersey Boys)

  • $475/wk + $75 travel stipend and housing
    Trombone: June 18 – July 2 (42nd Street)

  • $475/wk + $75 travel stipend and housing
    Flute/Picc: July 17 – July 31 (The Sound of Music)

  • $475/wk + $75 travel stipend and housing
    Clarinet: July 17 – July 31 (The Sound of Music)

  • $475/wk + $75 travel stipend and housing
    Reed (Flute, Baritone Sax, Alto Sax, Tenor Sax): September 4 – September 18 (The Marvelous Wonderettes)

  • $475/wk + $75 travel stipend and housing

Housing

Housing is available in Chatham for those from outside the region.

MHT is a wonderful place for those looking to build their resume, play a lot of music, gain experience, and build relationships with other musicians. Please submit a cover letter outlining related experience and a sample of your playing to music@machaydntheatre.org. Your submission will be reviewed by Eric Shorey, who will contact select applicants for an interview. Please include the instrument in the subject of your email.

Email: music@machaydntheatre.org

Covid-19 Protocols

All employees must be fully vaccinated. See details on Mac-Haydn’s COVID-19 Protocols

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.

Employment

2023 Season Opportunities

Thanks to all those who provided submissions for the Mac-Haydn Theatre 2023 season.

We are no longer accepting applications but please follow us here and on social media for updates on future employment opportunities.

Season begins June 22, 2023 and ends September 17, 2023 in Chatham, NY.

Gain strong experience towards your career in theatre by joining the Mac-Haydn team. Work with talented professional directors, designers and technicians from New York City and across the country.

We are located 2 hours north of NYC and nestled between The Catskill Mountains and The Berkshires. We are producing 6 mainstage musicals as part of our 2023 Summer Season.

Please note that all applicants must be fully vaccinated and must agree to adhere to the theater’s COVID protocols which may evolve as conditions change. See details on Mac-Haydn’s COVID-19 Protocols

Seeking The Following Positions

Please send resume, cover letter, and references to employment@machaydntheatre.org. Please indicate the job title in the subject line.

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.