Stage Management Intern - Cincinnati Opera

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra•Cincinnati, OH

2m•$11

About The Position

Founded in 1920, Cincinnati Opera is one of the oldest and most highly regarded opera companies in the United States. Known for its longstanding partnership with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, a roster of world-class singers, and its spectacular performance venue, Cincinnati Music Hall, Cincinnati Opera has received numerous accolades and awards, including a recent nomination for the prestigious International Opera Award. Cincinnati Opera offers a primary season of performances from June through August (paid attendance 17,000-20,000), plus a host of events through the year, including educational programming, small-scale public performances, recitals, and fundraisers. The following description is meant to give an overview of positions and is not a complete list of all duties and responsibilities. There are two positions available. Applications will close on at 11:59 PM on Sunday, February 1, 2026. All applications should include a cover letter and resume. Please be able to provide references upon request. The Stage Management Interns will assist the AGMA Stage Management teams with:

Requirements

Ability to read music required.

Responsibilities

Pre-production paperwork, rehearsal planning, and room set-up
Running studio rehearsals, onstage technical rehearsals, and performances
Updating running lists and cue sheets for rehearsal and performances
Tracking sign-in sheets for chorus and supers
Distributing necessary paperwork to production staff and department heads
Providing general clerical work for stage management department
Organizing and maintaining stage and rehearsal supplies
Running errands for the Stage Management department
Assisting the Rehearsal Department as needed
Possibility of participating in seasonal intern-led event pending final season programming
Other duties as assigned