Program Overview
Open Stage Project is a free program for female* high school students interested in careers behind the scenes on Broadway and in TV/film.
*We use an inclusive definition of "girls," “women,” and “female.” We welcome trans women, genderqueer women, and non-binary people. We believe in supporting the many intersections of our members’ identities, such as but not limited to race, sexual orientation, gender expression, socioeconomic class, and immigrant/indigenous status.
ACT 1
ACT 2
Act 2 is a year-long, application-based mentorship program for female* high school students entering their Junior or Senior year.
ACT 3
Act 3 places high school graduates into paid internships in the Broadway industry. Students must complete our Act 2 program to qualify.
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Upcoming Events
Applications due July 31, 2021
Apply today for Open Stage Project's 2021-2022 Act 2 Program! This FREE program is for NYC public high school girls* interested in behind-the-scenes careers in theater, film, and TV.
Selected students attend Broadway shows with post-show talkbacks, tour physical production shops, and connect directly with industry mentors. The program runs September 2021-May 2022 and continues virtually during COVID-19.
Application Deadline: Saturday, July 31st, 2021 @11:59pm ET
Cost to participate: $0
Group interviews will be held after your application has been reviewed, and students will be notified no later than September 1st, 2021.
*We use an inclusive definition of "girls," “women,” and “female” and welcome trans women, genderqueer women, and non-binary people.
Program Info
Performances and Career Conversations
Students attend Broadway and Off-Broadway performances followed by exclusive question and answer sessions with female backstage professionals.
Studio Tours
Students tour scenic, props, and costume studios to learn about the construction and design of physical production elements.
Panels
Students attend workshops and panels where seasoned professionals discuss the requirements and benefits of union membership.
Mentoring and Internships
We connect Act 2 and Act 3 students to our vast network of successful female professionals for mentoring and internship opportunities.
Past Events
Watch Party and Q&A: Newsies
Watch Party and Q&A: Newsies
April 28, 2021
Students participated in an exclusive Newsies watch party, courtesy of Disney Theatrical Group's Education department, followed by a Q&A with Open Stage Project staff who worked on the Broadway and touring productions.
Panel: 3rd Annual Union Panel
Panel: 3rd Annual Union Panel
April 13, 2021
Over 65 students, teachers, and industry professionals participated virtually in Open Stage Project's annual union panel.
Watch Party and Q&A: What the Constitution Means to Me
Watch Party and Q&A: WCMM
February 15th, 2021
Open Stage Project students watched the recording of What the Constitution Means to Me live on Zoom, with a post show talkback with female tech team!