About The Bruce E. Coyle Internship Program:

Jolin Polasek and Kevin Barber in The Nina Variations.

In order to further the development of the next generation of American actors, the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park has supported one of the nation’s most respected internship programs since 1996. Named in honor of Bruce E. Coyle, a production stage manager and essential member of the Playhouse family for more than 20 years, the internship runs the full length of the season, from August to May.

•  Play or understudy main stage roles.

•  Perform in the annual production of A Christmas Carol.

•  Gain EMC points whenever involved in an Equity production.

•  Tour the region in school outreach programs. Past productions have included commissioned premieres and other challenging works by Anna Deavere Smith, David Gonzalez, Elizabeth Wong, Laurie Brooks and William Shakespeare.

•  Participate in workshops with the Playhouse Producing Artistic Director, Associate Artistic Director and other professionals.

•  Are assigned to running crews for a maximum of two main stage productions — their only required backstage work. Eighty percent of an acting intern’s time is spent acting.

•  Appear in a Playhouse-organized New York City showcase.

•  Receive a stipend.

Audition for the Program:

Landree Fleming and Josh Odsess-Rubin in Theory of Mind.

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park prefers recent MFA graduates. However, we do consider undergraduates who have been working for a couple of years.

The Playhouse attends the United Professional Theatre Auditions (UPTA) and the New England Theatre Conference  (NETC) auditions. We can also arrange auditions in Cincinnati. We will see and consider applicants from January through March of each year.

For an appointment, send a picture and a resume to:

Education Director
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
P.O. Box 6537
Cincinnati, OH 45206
E-mail: interncasting@cincyplay.com

Stage Managment Internships:

The Tony Award winning Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park (Lort B+ and D) has openings for Stage Management interns for its 2011-2012 season. Dates vary from the end of July 2011 through early June 2012. Interns work with AEA stage managers in preparing for and running rehearsals and performances. All interns will receive a small salary, there is no housing or insurance provided. EMC points are available for some assignments. Must have basic knowledge of SM techniques, rehearsal and performance processes, be computer literate and have a congenial working attitude.

To apply:

Send cover letter, resume, and three references to:

Jenifer Morrow
Production Stage Manager
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
PO Box 6537, Cincinnati, OH 45206-0537
Email: jenifer.morrow@cincyplay.com