Stage Management Intern / Production Assistant

Central City Opera • Central City, CO

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About The Position

The Stage Management Intern / Production Assistant is a learning-focused, hands-on position within a professional opera festival environment. Working under the supervision of the Production Stage Manager, the intern will gain practical experience supporting rehearsals and performances while receiving mentorship and training tailored to their individual strengths and areas for growth. While the Stage Management team operates under AGMA agreements, this internship position itself is not an AGMA-covered role. This position is designed for individuals with prior live theater experience in any capacity who are seeking to deepen their understanding of stage management practices in a professional opera setting.

Requirements

• Demonstrated interest in stage management, opera, theater, or live performance production
• Prior experience working on a live theater production in any capacity (performance, technical, production, or administrative)
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Willingness to learn and work in a professional rehearsal and performance environment
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a production team
• Availability for the full duration of the festival, including evenings and weekends
• Physical ability to navigate backstage areas and assist with production needs

Nice To Haves

• Stage management experience helpful but not required
• Current enrollment in, or recent completion of, an undergraduate or graduate program in theater, music, arts administration, or a related field preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Observe and assist the Production Stage Manager, Stage Managers, Assistant Stage Managers, and Assistant Directors during rehearsals and performances.
• Support rehearsal and performance operations, including room setup, attendance tracking, prop tracking, and backstage coordination.
• Learn professional rehearsal room and backstage protocols specific to opera and union (AGMA, IATSE, & AFM) repertory festival format.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of stage management paperwork, schedules, and daily reports.
• Observe technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals, Sitzprobes, and performances, gaining exposure to all production departments.
• Support communication between stage management, artistic staff, performers, and technical teams.
• Participate in feedback and mentorship sessions, taking on increased responsibility as skills develop.
• Assist with special events, concerts, or additional productions as assigned, with an emphasis on educational growth.

Benefits

• CCOHA will provide rent-free housing accommodations and a prepaid, round-trip air coach ticket, or its cash-equivalent, for transportation from city of residence or engagement en route and return to city of residence.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed