Job Opportunities

First Stage seeks theatrical designers (Scenic, Costume, Lighting & Sound) for upcoming seasons. First Stage produces in the 494 seat Todd Wehr Theater at the Marcus Performing Arts Center (3/4 thrust) and the 142 seat Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center (in the round). As a member of the creative team, you will work closely with the Director, Artistic Director, fellow designers, and the Production Department to develop the world of play. These positions require the ability to work collaboratively, think creatively, meet deadlines, and have an appreciation for theater and the performing arts. While experience working with young people is not a requirement, First Stage does practice age-appropriate casting and therefore a desire to and respect for working with youth is needed. Candidates local to Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding area are strongly encouraged to submit materials.

First Stage seeks a House Manager & Patron Service Associate to provide our audiences with a welcoming, positive, and memorable theater experience. As a member of our dynamic team, you will deliver exceptional customer service through Front of House Management for First Stage’s school (weekday matinee) and public (evening and weekend) performances at the Marcus Performing Arts Center and the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center (MYAC), and onsite ticketing services for public performances at MYAC. This position requires evening and weekend hours, a friendly demeanor, quick and confident problem-solving skills, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and be on your feet for long periods, and enthusiasm for theater and the performing arts.

First Stage seeks Summer Theater Academy Teaching Artists to facilitate enriching, engaging, and interactive programming for young people of all ages and experience levels. Teaching Artists must believe in First Stage’s mission to transform lives through theater and work to create a safe, welcoming, and motivating environment for students, teachers, and parents. Teaching Artists with expertise in disciplines such as Musical Theater, Acting Theory, Shakespeare, Improvisation, Playwriting, Design, Movement, Voice, and Speech are encouraged to apply for 5th-12th grade programs. For K-4 programs, expertise in Story Drama, Playmakers, Voice/Speech, Scene Study, and Musical Theater is desired.

The Summer Site Coordinator is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our K-4 or 5-12 grade summer programs at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center (MYAC), Sharon Lynne Wilson Center (SLW), Oak Creek Performing Arts and Education Center (OPAEC), Concordia University of Wisconsin (CUW). This position ensures a welcoming, inspiring, and safe environment for students, teachers, and families.

First Stage seeks Education Teaching Artists to facilitate enriching, engaging, and interactive in-school programming for young people of all ages and experience levels. Education team members must be flexible, team players, lead by example, exhibit a strong work ethic and be committed to First Stage’s philosophy of transforming lives through theater. This position requires evening and weekend hours, a friendly demeanor, quick and confident problem-solving skills, and enthusiasm for working with young people and for theater and the performing arts. 

A TA position at First Stage means assisting in the curricular goals of the class and making sure that every student has the opportunity to succeed. It is your responsibility to allow the young artists a place where “I can’t” is NOT in their vocabulary, where they CAN take risks, where they can conquer their fears and where they can lead. The best way to accomplish this is by following those same guidelines in your work. Thank you for your interest in First Stage!

The Academy Administrative Assistant’s primary objective is to provide administrative support for the delivery of programming to all Academy students. In order to obtain this objective, the AAA will
do administrative tasks and provide support for all locations the Academy provides programming. Academy team members must be team players, lead by example, exhibit a strong work ethic and
committed to the Academy philosophy of teaching life skills through stage skills and transforming lives through theatre.