Open Arts Alliance – Seasonal Artistic Positions

Location: Greenwich, CT (Easily accessible from Metro North & I95.)
Company Type: Theatre for Young Audiences / Educational Theatre
Website: openartsalliance.com

Open Arts Alliance (OAA) is a mission-driven educational theater company that empowers youth through inclusive, high-quality theatrical experiences. We are currently hiring for our Spring 2026 Season:

• Shrek: The Musical (Theatre for Young Audiences Edition)

• Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS

Shrek The Musical: Theater For Young Audiences Edition:

Rehearsals:
Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 6–8 PM • Sundays, 9 AM–12 PM
Start Date: January 6, 2026
Location: Greenwich Arts Council, 299 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830
Performances: April 18–19, 2026 at The Irvington Theater (Irvington, NY)
Tech Week: April 13–17 (evenings; generally 4-9 pm)

Positions Available:

Scenic Designer – $2,500

• Design/draft scenic elements & paint elevations

• Collaborate with director and design team

• Backdrop/projection experience preferred

• Scene shop access a plus

Lighting Designer – $2,500

• Design lighting plot & effects; coordinate rentals

• Program lighting board (preferred)

• Must have experience with theatrical lighting & software

Costume Designer – $2,500

• Design, source, and alter costumes within budget

• Manage fittings and costume inventory

• Experience in theatrical costuming required

Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS

Rehearsals:

• Thursdays: 4–6 PM (Thursday Cast)

• Saturdays: 10 AM–3 PM (Saturday Cast)
  Start Date: January 3, 2026
  Performances: Saturday, March 7 at Christ Church Greenwich
  • Thursday Cast – 12:30 PM (show), 11 AM (tech)
  • Saturday Cast – 3:30 PM (show), 2 PM (tech)

Director – $2,500 stipend

• Direct and teach songs/choreography using provided performance tracks

• Adapt blocking for young performers (Grades 1–5)

• Foster a positive and creative rehearsal environment

• Experience in youth or educational theatre required

To Apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your vision and experience to info@openartsalliance.com.

Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Join us in creating theatre that inspires, educates, and empowers young artists!