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Backstage Jobs

What types of jobs exist backstage?
You can work backstage during each show (usually 8 times per week) or help “put up” a show as a creative team member. Dozens of "office jobs" exist as well - from working at an advertising company to ticketing analytics. â€‹â€‹

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What does each job do? 

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Below is an overview to get you started, but the best way to learn about theater jobs is to DO them and to talk to professionals in the field.​​

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How can I learn more?​

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Theater is always changing, as are the jobs and requirements of each position. For more information Broadway jobs, visit: 

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- https://careers.broadway/careers-jobs

http://www.spotlightonbroadway.com/professions

https://playbill.com/broadway-community-project

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What is "Broadway"?

Broadway refers to the 41 Broadway houses in midtown Manhattan, NY. Most shows in these houses perform 8 times per week. A "house" is how we refer to each theatre...or theater. Both spellings are acceptable.

Who owns the Broadway theaters?

There are three major theater owners: Shubert, Jujamcyn, and NederlanderLearn more...​

There are four not-for-profit theater owners: Manhattan Theatre Club, Roundabout Theatre, Lincoln Center, and 2nd Stage.​ Ambassador Theater Group owns two theaters, and Circle In The Square operates independently.

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Where else can I work on Broadway?

You can also work in a “shop,” i.e. a place that provides physical needs for a production. 

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