OPPORTUNITIES
Arden Professional Apprentice (APA) Program
The 2008/09 application deadline has passed
Stay tuned for details on applying for the 2009/10 season
"This might be a fundamental building block in helping a whole new generation of theatre artists and practitioners start and seed their own companies."
Ben Cameron, former Executive Director, Theatre Communications Group
 (l-r): Jefferson Haynes (APA Class 10), Julianne Brienza (APA Class 8), Dominic Chacon (APA Class 10), Terry Nolen, Davina Stewart (APA Class 9), Geoffrey Kershner (APA Class 8), Komal Kapoor (APA Class 8), and Jennifer Gonsalves (APA Class 7). Photo: Alan Kolc
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About the Program
The Arden Professional Apprentice (APA) Program is one of the most distinguished theatre training programs in the country. The program's philosophy is to provide a comprehensive working knowledge of the inner workings of a nonprofit regional theatre. To that end, APAs work in every aspect of the Arden's operations including artistic, marketing, box office, front of house, development, production (load-in/strike, run crew, prop/set/costume building, etc.), stage management, finance, and general management.
This well-rounded experience serves our APAs well as they begin their careers in the local and national performing arts communities. Former APAs include:
This well-rounded experience serves our APAs well as they begin their careers in the local and national performing arts communities. Former APAs include:
- Jill Scott, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter
- Julianne Brienza, Executive Director and co-Founder of the Capital Fringe Festival in Washington, DC
- Clayton Tejada, Technical Director at The Wilma Theater
- Christine Barbush Kozsuch, Director of Marketing and Communications at The People's Light & Theatre Company
- Raelle Myrick-Hodges, Artistic Director of the Brava Theatre Center in San Francisco
- Andrew Vaught, Artistic Director and co-Founder of Cripple Creek Theatre Company in New Orleans
- Plus, seven full-time employees here at the Arden!
Requirements
This program is a full-time-plus commitment running from late August to mid June. Housing and transportation are the apprentice's responsibility. Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
Compensation
Salary of $375 per week, health insurance, paid time off, complimentary tickets to Arden Theatre Company productions, understudy opportunities, EMC credit, and the opportunity to meet and network with members of the Philadelphia community.
Application Process
The application deadline for the 2008/09 season has passed. Stay tuned for details on applying for the 2009/10 season.
Arden Theatre Company is an EOE/AA employer and values diversity in the workplace.
Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
