Guided by the philosophy that Apprentices develop their skills and perspective through real-life work experience, The Studio Theatre gives Apprentices positions of real responsibility, putting them to work alongside an accomplished company of artists, administrators, and designers. In addition to working in their designated department, Apprentices learn about other departments and areas of the theatre through shared projects and educational seminars. Rigorous and hands-on, these positions are designed to help Apprentices transition from an academic environment into the world of theatre professionals.  Some Apprenticeships are also appropriate for early-career professionals with several years of work experience.

Under the supervision of the Director of Education, the program has ten areas of specialization: Artistic,  Business, Carpentry/Scene shop, Communications, Development, Conservatory/Education Outreach, Production/Company Management, Operations/ Facilities Management, Electrics, and Stage Management

“I entered The Studio Theatre Apprentice Program after finishing my Master’s Degree at New York University in Artistic Direction and Production. While the knowledge I gained from my studies was (and always will be) completely invaluable, I knew I needed the hands-on experience of working with an established institution to really grasp what it meant to run a successful theatre organization. Beyond the skills I learned, the people were by far the best part of the job. The directors and designers are some of the most talented people I have ever met, the staff members are some of the most dedicated individuals I know, and my fellow Apprentices, my colleagues, are some of my closest friends.”
—Jennifer Harris, Production/ Company Management Apprentice 09-10

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