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Shakespeare In the Parks Teen Apprenticeship

@ Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission
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Greenbelt, Maryland, United States
$16/hrOnsiteSeasonal
Responsibilities:Rehearsing, Supporting performances, Load-in/load-out
Requirements Summary:Teens ages 16–18 with interest in theatre and performance; may require background in theatre; program includes rehearsals and production tasks.
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About the Department

Participate in scheduled rehearsals and support performances as a member of the Shakespeare in the Parks ensemble. In addition to performing as part of the cast ensemble, apprentices will assist with production tasks such as load-in/load-out, basic backstage support, and other duties as assigned, while gaining hands-on experience in a professional touring environment.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Division presents the Shakespeare in the Parks Tour, featuring As You Like It in Summer 2026. This annual program offers a professional, free, family-friendly Shakespeare production that tours parks throughout Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties. Audiences enjoy high-quality theatre in a relaxed outdoor setting—perfect for lawn chairs, picnics, and accessible cultural experiences for a broad community.


Other Qualifications

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing. 

Eligibility
Teens ages 16–18 with an interest in theatre and performance are encouraged to apply.

Rehearsal and Performance Schedule
Rehearsals begin May 16. Technical rehearsals run June 7–11. Preview performance is June 12. Performances are scheduled between June 14 and July 8.


The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.