Straz Center for the Performing Arts · 2 weeks ago
Theater Intern
Straz Center for the Performing Arts is seeking Summer 2026 Theater Education Interns to work with children and youth arts educators in various theater programs. The role involves teaching classes, developing curriculum, assisting in productions, and participating in community events.
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Responsibilities
Prepares lesson plans and teaches classes and workshops as required each session (teaching includes planning and implementation with Conservatory staff and direct instruction with students in pre-K through adult)
Develops written theater curriculum
Acts as an ambassador and serves as a community representative on behalf of the Conservatory at community functions as requested
Participates in all Open Classroom and Showcase events as requested
May assist with training and mentorship for technical theater students in the Conservatory's Theater Apprentice program, prepare rehearsal reports, run sheets, performance reports, document blocking, and other stage management documents as assigned
May assist with teaching music, music direction, and/or accompanying students in rehearsal
May assist in teaching acting, musical theater, and/or choreography
Participates in all Performance and Showcase events as requested. This may include but is not limited to run crew, spotlight or light board operation, props tracking, check-in, and dismissal duties, reset and strike of scenery and props
Attends and facilitates (when requested) mandatory teacher training and facility meetings
Provides operational support as needed including, but not limited to, production support and classroom set ups
Provides administrative support as needed, including, but not limited to, clerical and general office work
Other duties as assigned by the Theater Department Chair
Qualification
Required
Works well in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
In-depth knowledge and expertise in theater performance and/or stage management
Knowledge and demonstrated practice of effective classroom management strategies to maintain a safe and effective learning environment
Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
Demonstrated leadership ability
Effective prioritization and multitasking skills
Collaborative decision-making skills in a team environment
Detail oriented with ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Has completed (at minimum) their sophomore year of an undergraduate program
Is currently enrolled in a college theater or theater-related degree program
Ability to facilitate group decision making
Availability to work a flexible schedule which may include nights and weekends during production weeks
Must be able to successfully complete a Level 2 background check
High School diploma required
Company
Straz Center for the Performing Arts
The Straz Center began as a dream by visionary citizens of Tampa who persevered to bring to reality one of the finest performing arts centers in the nation.
Funding
Current Stage
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$1MKey Investors
Bank of America
2021-12-08Grant· $1M
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