Help Wanted

posted 8/29/25

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

Position Title: Director of Marketing & Communications | Reports to: Executive Director

Playhouse on Park seeks a Director of Marketing & Communications to support the visibility, revenue generation, branding, and communications critical to its programming. The Director of Marketing & Communications oversees the marketing of all productions, fundraisers, community events, educational programs, and more. Core responsibilities include supervisory/leadership roles within the staff and volunteer committees; coordinating press coverage for upcoming productions (critic reviews, features, TV segments/radio spots, etc.); coordinating advertisements (digital & print); and overseeing content creation for social media, e-newsletters, and PTG’s multiple websites. Responsibilities are carried out for each subsidiary of Playhouse Theatre Group (PTG), Inc., including Playhouse on Park and Playhouse Theatre Academy.

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ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER

Position Title: Assistant Stage Manager | Reports to: Production Stage Manager, Production Manager

Playhouse Theatre Group is hiring an experienced Non-AEA Assistant Stage Manager to join its staff at Playhouse on Park. The Assistant Stage Manager (ASM) is responsible for assisting with stage managerial duties in the rehearsal room and backstage during the run of performances. This position also supports wardrobe and may facilitate quick changes, perform minor costume repairs and show laundry during the run of shows. The ASM works underneath the Production Stage Manager and works closely with the Production Manager, Technical Director, and guest directors; oversees and facilitates backstage activity during performances; and prepares paperwork necessary to the run of each production. The ASM position will also learn to call each show to serve as an internal cover for the PSM. 

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posted 7/26/25

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Position Title: Technical Director | Reports to: Production Manager | Oversees: Assistant Technical Director/Master Electrician, Sound Operators, Overhires

Description: Playhouse Theatre Group is looking for a collaborative, friendly, adaptable Technical Director to join its staff.The Playhouse on Park Technical Director is responsible for overseeing the technical operations of Playhouse on Park/Playhouse Theatre Group, Inc. This primary function of the Technical Director is to draft and build scenery for Playhouse on Park productions.This position also may assist with the oversight of lighting, sound, and coordinating necessary maintenance. Read the full job description here. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to info@playhousetheatregroup.org.

TEACHING ARTIST, PLAYHOUSE THEATRE ACADEMY

Position Title: Part-Time Teaching Artist | Reports to: Director of Education and Outreach

Description: Join our team at Playhouse Theatre Academy and become a catalyst for change in the world of education and the arts! ​​As a Teaching Artist, you'll nurture creativity and self-expression while inspiring learners of all ages (3 to 103) in an inclusive, artistic community. Currently, we are hiring two part-time Teaching Artists for 20 hours per week each. Read the full job description here. For additional information and questions, please contact Kevin Cronin, Director of Education and Outreach, at kcronin@playhousetheatregroup.org.

ONGOING NEEDS
Playhouse on Park is always seeking qualified over-hire theatre Technicians; Carpenters, Artisans, Painters and Electricians. Our production season spans September - August. Ideal candidates work quickly while maintaining our high production values. Please send letter, resume, and references to Info@PlayhouseOnPark.org or Playhouse on Park 244 Park Road, West Hartford, CT 06119