Maggio Directing Fellow

GOODMAN THEATRE•Chicago, IL

1d•$45,000 - $45,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Goodman is now accepting applications for the 2026/2027 Michael Maggio Directing Fellowship. The submission deadline is March 1, 2026. Please note, the Maggio Fellowship is a year long full-time artistic administrative position starting in August. This position is primarily in-person with limited remote options when not actively involved in a production.

Requirements

Applicants must be Chicago-based directors, living in Chicago.
Applicants must have directed at least two professional (non-academic) full productions and a demonstrated interest in a career in directing and arts administration.
Model Behavior and values consistent with The Goodman’s Community Agreements and furthering The Goodman’s IDEAA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-Racism and Access) goals.

Responsibilities

Assigned assistant directing or other artistic specialty roles on Main Stage productions
Attend standing meetings and take notes as assigned
Weekly assigned administrative tasks
Read and respond to script submissions and projects under consideration
Support New Works programs
Attend locally produced work
Provide producing support for special events
Facilitate or participate in Engagement, Education and Development events.
The Maggio Fellow will work closely with the Northwestern Directing Fellow to produce IDEAA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-Racism and Accessibility) events that engage local directors, playwrights, and designers.
Work cross-departmentally on internal and external projects in various capacities.