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"To participate in a group of artists working to achieve their best is a gratifying experience. It is a nurturing experience- to create and find yourself, where there is no judgment but instead an openness to grow. It's great to have the opportunity to be challenged and grow as an artist, to find a home and people that are as passionate as you are." Patrick J. Egan- Ensemble Member, 2005-Current
Now Accepting Applications for ALL POSITIONS for 2012 Season!!
Ensemble Auditions will be Held February
Interviews for Staff, Directors & Designers will be held March thru April
Interviews for Interns will be held March thru April
Please read below for more details
PERFORMERS
Non-Equity Actors/Actresses, Singers, Dancers, Specialty Talent
Multi-Faceted, Double & Triple Threats and Unique Talents a Plus
Minorities are highly encouraged to apply/audition
ENSEMBLE COMPANY
Seeking strong performers who are flexible team players with an ensemble aesthetic and understanding of Off-Off Broadway/Indie Theatre. .
Ensemble Auditions are held once per year, usually February/March.
The Ensemble company is the core artistic fellowship of Rising Sun Performance Company and the guiding artistic representation and voice of the Company's projects and work.
Ensemble members are expected to carry a part of the responsibility of the fundraising, artistic and production quality and be committed to the success of the entire season. The commitment level is to the company and not individual productions or performances. The Ensemble is NO PAY; profit sharing is possible based on the success of the season
LEARN MORE! READ OUR F.A.Q BEFORE AUDITIONING!
GUEST ARTISTS
We hold auditions for specific roles and projects as needed. These auditions are held on a regular basis.
ASSOCIATED ARTISTS
Artists working under this category are invited by the Artistic Director, or have a pre-existing relationship with the Company.
2012 AUDITIONS WILL BE
HELD THE MIDDLE OF FEBRUARY
WE WILL BE ANNOUNCING SUBMISSION
INFO SOON
DIRECTORS
We have ongoing need for professional & emerging directors for all of our productions.
Directors MUST be willing to work in a collaborative environment in a grassroots level Non-Profit Theatre Company, be willing to cast from within the existing ensemble and have boundless Talent, Creativity, and Flexibility. Particularly looking for directors who are capable of and enjoy working within the limitations and unique challenges of OOBR/Indie theatre spaces & budgets.
No Pay but a great opportunity to build resume, networking, and resources. We can work under the SSDC contract wiaver.
Resident Directors: We invite select directors who have an established relationship with our company to join our ensemble. This is by invitation from the Artistic Director only at this time.
Submission guidelines: Provide a cover letter, including your artistic statement or philosphy, resume and at least one professional or school reference to submissions@risingsunnyc.com. Include DIRECTOR SUBMISSION in subject line.
Interviews are usually held once per year (Feb-April) or as needed. We post on our website, facebook and in the Trade papers. Please join our mailing list to recieve open call notifications.
Directors MUST be willing to work in a collaborative environment in a grassroots level Non-Profit Theatre Company, be willing to cast from within the existing ensemble and have boundless Talent, Creativity, and Flexibility. Particularly looking for directors who are capable of and enjoy working within the limitations and unique challenges of OOBR/Indie theatre spaces & budgets.
No Pay but a great opportunity to build resume, networking, and resources. We can work under the SSDC contract wiaver.
Resident Directors: We invite select directors who have an established relationship with our company to join our ensemble. This is by invitation from the Artistic Director only at this time.
Submission guidelines: Provide a cover letter, including your artistic statement or philosphy, resume and at least one professional or school reference to submissions@risingsunnyc.com. Include DIRECTOR SUBMISSION in subject line.
Interviews are usually held once per year (Feb-April) or as needed. We post on our website, facebook and in the Trade papers. Please join our mailing list to recieve open call notifications.
INTERNSHIPS
3, 6, & 12 month internships
Be a part of a resident theatre season on the lower east side of Manhattan, on a block that is teeming with theatre activity. Spend your internship in a unique environment driven by an ensemble aesthetic and sense of community, while learning about the inner workings and day to day realities of an Independent Theatre Company.
We offer several types of internships:
Arts Administration: General Mgmt, Fundraising & Marketing
Production/Technical: Run Crew, Board Op, Construction, Props
Design: Sound, Costume, Lighting, Props, Set
Stage/Production Management
This is a very hands on program, and interns must be willing to work and learn in a grassroots type environment. Applicants should have interest in pursing a career in arts administrations, design, stage management, or production.
RSP will provide all letters required for school credit and letter of reference for future job searches as well as any other career assistance as possible.
Internship is a no pay position. Interns will be able to participate at no cost in theatre workshops, classes. Ensemble lab sessions, and will receive free tickets to shows at our resident theatre.
Submission guidelines: Provide a letter of interest (Include type & length of internship you are seeking), a resume and 2 letters of recommendation.
Email to Submissions@risingsunnyc.com
Place INTERNSHIP in subject line
We accept internship applications year round.
We offer several types of internships:
Arts Administration: General Mgmt, Fundraising & Marketing
Production/Technical: Run Crew, Board Op, Construction, Props
Design: Sound, Costume, Lighting, Props, Set
Stage/Production Management
This is a very hands on program, and interns must be willing to work and learn in a grassroots type environment. Applicants should have interest in pursing a career in arts administrations, design, stage management, or production.
RSP will provide all letters required for school credit and letter of reference for future job searches as well as any other career assistance as possible.
Internship is a no pay position. Interns will be able to participate at no cost in theatre workshops, classes. Ensemble lab sessions, and will receive free tickets to shows at our resident theatre.
Submission guidelines: Provide a letter of interest (Include type & length of internship you are seeking), a resume and 2 letters of recommendation.
Email to Submissions@risingsunnyc.com
Place INTERNSHIP in subject line
We accept internship applications year round.
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DESIGN & TECHNICAL ARTISTS
We have ongoing need for professional & emerging Designers & Technical Artists for all of our productions.
Designers & Technicians MUST be willing to work in a collaborative environment in a grassroots level Non-Profit Theatre Company, have boundless Talent, Creativity, and Flexibility. Particularly looking for Designers/Technicians who are capable of and enjoy working within the limitations and unique challenges of OOBR/Indie theatre spaces & budgets.
Costume Designers
Lighting
Set
Mixed Media, Projection
Sound
Board Ops
Property Masters/Designers
Non-Union Positions, Small Stipend Pay for Designers/Technicians
We accept Unsolicited Resumes Year Round
Please send cover letter & Resume to Submissions@risingsunnyc.com. Be sure to include position type in subject line.
Designers & Technicians MUST be willing to work in a collaborative environment in a grassroots level Non-Profit Theatre Company, have boundless Talent, Creativity, and Flexibility. Particularly looking for Designers/Technicians who are capable of and enjoy working within the limitations and unique challenges of OOBR/Indie theatre spaces & budgets.
Costume Designers
Lighting
Set
Mixed Media, Projection
Sound
Board Ops
Property Masters/Designers
Non-Union Positions, Small Stipend Pay for Designers/Technicians
We accept Unsolicited Resumes Year Round
Please send cover letter & Resume to Submissions@risingsunnyc.com. Be sure to include position type in subject line.
PLAYWRIGHTS & SCRIPTS
Annual One Act Series:
We hold an open call for One Act Play Scripts annually. Submission Dates: November 1st 2011 to January 15th 2012
Plays will be vetted by RSP Ensemble, and the top 15-25 plays will receive a staged reading for the public in spring, from the reading series, audience & ensemble favorites will be given a fully produced run in the summer of 2010.
Seeking Contemporary themed, Ensemble driven works; all genres and subjects considered.
For 2012- We are especially seeking One Act Plays that take place in a HOTEL or MOTEL ROOM
Cast Age range should be Mid-Twenties to Late 30s.
Cast size should be no larger than 5 people.
Running time should be 10 to 20 Minutes.
Plays should be no more than 30 pages in length.
Unit/Basic Set with uncomplicated production values.
o (Keep in mind plays will run in rep)
Submission Guideline; Please include the following:
Cover Letter, including your contact information
Play Synopsis
Cast breakdown
Script in word or PDF format
List of previous productions/publishing (do not include readings)
Any other pertinent information
Please be aware that no financial payment is available at this time. Writers retain full rights and credit for all work produced. Rising Sun also conducts workshop and table readings as a tool for writers to hear their work out loud and continue their artistic journey. Also accepting applications for resident & guest writers, as well as teaching artists.
Please resubmit even if you have submitted in the past.
Work will not be returned, please do not send original copies
Electronic Submissions ONLY. No Phone Calls Please
To Submit your work : playsubmissions@risingsunnyc.com
Full Length Plays
Currently we are not accepting unsolicited Full Length Plays or Musicals
Playwright Residency
We are in our current 2 year cycle. The next opening will be for the 2013-2015 Cycle. We will start accepting applications in the summer of 2012.
We hold an open call for One Act Play Scripts annually. Submission Dates: November 1st 2011 to January 15th 2012
Plays will be vetted by RSP Ensemble, and the top 15-25 plays will receive a staged reading for the public in spring, from the reading series, audience & ensemble favorites will be given a fully produced run in the summer of 2010.
Seeking Contemporary themed, Ensemble driven works; all genres and subjects considered.
For 2012- We are especially seeking One Act Plays that take place in a HOTEL or MOTEL ROOM
Cast Age range should be Mid-Twenties to Late 30s.
Cast size should be no larger than 5 people.
Running time should be 10 to 20 Minutes.
Plays should be no more than 30 pages in length.
Unit/Basic Set with uncomplicated production values.
o (Keep in mind plays will run in rep)
Submission Guideline; Please include the following:
Cover Letter, including your contact information
Play Synopsis
Cast breakdown
Script in word or PDF format
List of previous productions/publishing (do not include readings)
Any other pertinent information
Please be aware that no financial payment is available at this time. Writers retain full rights and credit for all work produced. Rising Sun also conducts workshop and table readings as a tool for writers to hear their work out loud and continue their artistic journey. Also accepting applications for resident & guest writers, as well as teaching artists.
Please resubmit even if you have submitted in the past.
Work will not be returned, please do not send original copies
Electronic Submissions ONLY. No Phone Calls Please
To Submit your work : playsubmissions@risingsunnyc.com
Full Length Plays
Currently we are not accepting unsolicited Full Length Plays or Musicals
Playwright Residency
We are in our current 2 year cycle. The next opening will be for the 2013-2015 Cycle. We will start accepting applications in the summer of 2012.
STAFF POSITIONS
We are always looking for innovative, risk taking, individuals who enjoy working in an collaborative ensemble environment to join our permenant volunteer administrative and production staff.
Ideal candidates must be extremely self motivated, and organized while also being flexible. Have a strong creative writing ability, with great communication skills. Ability to maintain and work within a small budget and meet deadlines, work under pressure and work well within a team environment. Excellent computer literacy and database experience, as well as networking and outreach skills.
Open Positions:
Company Manager
Assistant Company Manager
Marketing Manager
Audience Development & Services Coordinator
Webmaster
Production Manager
Production Coordinator
Business Manager
Literary Manager
Outreach & Programming Coordinator
Fundraising & Special Events Coordinator
Executive Assistant
Interested parties should conact Submissions@risingsunnyc.com with cover letter and resume. Please include position(s) interested in subject line of email.
Ideal candidates must be extremely self motivated, and organized while also being flexible. Have a strong creative writing ability, with great communication skills. Ability to maintain and work within a small budget and meet deadlines, work under pressure and work well within a team environment. Excellent computer literacy and database experience, as well as networking and outreach skills.
Open Positions:
Company Manager
Assistant Company Manager
Marketing Manager
Audience Development & Services Coordinator
Webmaster
Production Manager
Production Coordinator
Business Manager
Literary Manager
Outreach & Programming Coordinator
Fundraising & Special Events Coordinator
Executive Assistant
Interested parties should conact Submissions@risingsunnyc.com with cover letter and resume. Please include position(s) interested in subject line of email.
VOLUNTEERS
Are you passionate about theatre?
Love our work?
Unable to make a financial contribution but want to help?
GREAT!
We are always looking for Volunteers in all areas
Front of House (Ushers, Box Office & House Managers)
Back Stage (Props, Run Crew, Dressers, etc)
Administrative Support
Fundraising
Drivers with Cars
Interested in learning more or signing up?
GREAT! Please contact us! info@risingsunnyc.com
Love our work?
Unable to make a financial contribution but want to help?
GREAT!
We are always looking for Volunteers in all areas
Front of House (Ushers, Box Office & House Managers)
Back Stage (Props, Run Crew, Dressers, etc)
Administrative Support
Fundraising
Drivers with Cars
Interested in learning more or signing up?
GREAT! Please contact us! info@risingsunnyc.com
STAGE MANAGERS
We have ongoing need for professional & emerging Stage Managers for all of our productions.
MUST be willing to work in a collaborative environment in a grassroots level Non-Profit Theatre Company, have boundless Talent, Creativity, and Flexibility. Particularly looking for Stage Managers who are capable of and enjoy working within the limitations and unique challenges of OOBR/Indie theatre spaces & budgets.
Ideal candidates must be extremely self motivated, and organized while also being flexible. Have a strong creative writing ability, with great communication skills. Ability to maintain and work within a small budget and meet deadlines, work under pressure and work well within a team environment. Excellent computer literacy, attention to detail and great people skills.
Positions are Non-Union, Small Stipend Pay.
We accept Unsolicited Resumes year round
Send cover letter & resume to submissions@risingsunnyc.com
Include STAGE MANAGER in subject line
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
MUST be willing to work in a collaborative environment in a grassroots level Non-Profit Theatre Company, have boundless Talent, Creativity, and Flexibility. Particularly looking for Stage Managers who are capable of and enjoy working within the limitations and unique challenges of OOBR/Indie theatre spaces & budgets.
Ideal candidates must be extremely self motivated, and organized while also being flexible. Have a strong creative writing ability, with great communication skills. Ability to maintain and work within a small budget and meet deadlines, work under pressure and work well within a team environment. Excellent computer literacy, attention to detail and great people skills.
Positions are Non-Union, Small Stipend Pay.
We accept Unsolicited Resumes year round
Send cover letter & resume to submissions@risingsunnyc.com
Include STAGE MANAGER in subject line
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE