Careers & Casting
An institutional culture of dignity, trust, and mutual respect.
At Geva Theater, we are committed to upholding the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our programming, casting, hiring of guest artists, and recruitment of staff in all departments.
Geva Theatre provides a variety of opportunities for tomorrow’s artists and leaders to hone their craft alongside our professional staff.
Job Openings
As Rochester’s professional theatre, we take particular responsibility to reflect the community we serve. To that end, for all employment opportunities, we actively encourage applications from women, BIPOC individuals, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities. All are welcome here.
Director of Education and Engagement (Connectivity)
Geva Theatre, a LORT B regional theatre in the heart of Rochester, NY with an annual operating budget of $8.5 million, seeks an experienced and collaborative arts educator and/or arts administrator to join its senior leadership team as Director of Connectivity, leading the company’s Education, Engagement and Access programs which engage, enrich, and expand access to transformational theatre experiences throughout the Greater Rochester communities. This role will bring a mission-driven and culturally expansive approach to building connectivity around the work Geva does, both onstage and off, through key partnerships and programs including Geva’s annual Summer Academy, multiple organizational partnerships, and Student Matinee series. Professional theatre-makers are also encouraged to apply, with the possibility to participate as an artist at Geva as appropriate.
Responsibilities:
Reporting to Geva’s Artistic Director, the Director of Connectivity will lead the company’s Education, Engagement and Accessibility programming, balancing the mission, vision, values, financial needs and strategic goals of the organization. Direct reports include the Summer Academy Manager (seasonal), the Education Assistant (F/T), the Engagement Assistant (P/T) and additional contracted positions including the Accessibility Consultant and Artist-Educators. Specific responsibilities include:
- Oversee Geva’s annual Summer Academy, the pre-eminent conservatory style summer training program in the region, and Geva’s school break camps
- Oversee the company’s Student Matinee Series, working with schools, teachers and the city, meeting the city’s requirements for the free admission funded by the city while also meeting sales goals for the paid student matinee groups
- Lead Geva’s Engagement Programs, including Mondays at Geva (3-4 events throughout the season connecting Geva productions with local arts partners) and ROC Geva Pass with the city
- Nurture and Expand Geva’s partnerships within Rochester’s multiple communities
- Partner with SUNY Brockport on the Geva/SUNY Brockport Alliance, which provides courses and masterclasses for theatre students at SUNY Brockport, internships for Brockport students at Geva, etc
- Participate as a member of the company’s senior leadership team
- Join Geva’s Curation Team, also composed of the Artistic Director, Resident Director/Associate Producer, Literary Manager/Artistic Associate, and Artists in Residence, who work on curating Geva’s programming
- Manage the department finances and budgeting, working with the Executive Director, General Manager, and Controller as well as Artistic Director
- Manage Geva’s annual Essie Calhoun Diversity in the Arts Awards
- Oversee Geva’s Accessibility Programs, including ASL interpreted, captioned and audio-described performances
- Convene and facilitate the Engagement and Education Committees
Desired traits in a successful candidate:
- Have leadership experience in arts education and/or engagement
- Be a collaborative relationship-builder and passionate advocate for arts education and engagement
- Bring creative thinking and an entrepreneurial approach to programming in a fiscally responsible manner in alignment with Geva’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Plan
- Demonstrate strong management experience with a clear commitment to a collaborative and respectful approach
- Have strong organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities, while responsibly managing the departmental budget
- A passion for theatre that embraces the art form’s spirit of collaboration
- Exhibit empathy, kindness, diplomacy, and humor in the workplace
- Experience as a theatre artist welcome, with opportunities to participate as an artist as appropriate
Geva Theatre is dedicated to create and produce singular theatre productions and programs that serve the Rochester region and beyond, by illuminating the fullness of our many human experiences. As Rochester’s flagship professional theatre, Geva is one of the most attended regional theatres in New York State. Geva operates two venues – the 516-seat Elaine P. Wilson Stage and the 180-seat Ron & Donna Fielding Stage.
Critical to Geva Theatre’s core values is an institutional culture of dignity, trust, and mutual respect. We are committed to upholding the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and anti-racism in recruitment of staff in all departments. To that end, for all employment opportunities, we actively encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals, individuals with disabilities and all other identities and legally protected classes. Geva Theatre is an equal opportunity employer. All are welcome here.
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience ranging from $65,000 to $75,000.
To apply, please submit a cover letter that addresses your experience and how you see your work aligning with Geva’s values and a resume.
Youth Supervisor, A Christmas Carol
Geva Theatre, a LORT B regional theatre in the heart of Rochester, New York, seeks a Youth Supervisor to join its team for A Christmas Carol.
The Youth Supervisor is a crucial role in Geva’s production of A Christmas Carol which include young performers. Responsible for overseeing the youth company at all rehearsals, tech rehearsals, and performances. Also responsible for Geva’s core values of artistic courage, sustainability, excellence, boundless hospitality, empathy, and anti-racism and inclusion.
SCHEDULE
This position runs from October 28th through December 28th, 2025; with some prep time with our stage management team the week of October 21st. Typical rehearsal times for our youth cast are roughly 3:30pm through 8:00pm on weekdays, and 9:30am – 6:00pm on weekends. Performance times vary, and a performance schedule can be found on our website – as well as available upon request.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITY
- Act as sole point of contact for all young performers, coordinating with parents and guardians regarding young performers schedules, conflicts, behavioral concerns, and other logistical or performances related considerations.
- Work as a part of the stage management team to keep the youth company focused and organized during all rehearsals, understudy rehearsals, tech rehearsals, and performances.
- Supervise youth company pick-up, check-in and drop-off.
- During rehearsals, assist youth company getting from point-A to point-B, ensuring all young performers are keeping track of blocking, staying respectful of what’s happening in the room, and helping them keep track of their personal items.
- During tech rehearsals, supervising the young company depending on what cast is working on stage, helping the young company get into costumes, help them stay on top of entrances and exits, their blocking, and any other performance related supervision that may arise.
- During performances, supervise young company arrival and departure, their pre-show time to get ready for the performance, and assist in costume changes, entrances and exits as needed. Ensure youth company contained to their assigned spaces during performances.
TRAITS IN A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
- Demonstrated experience in working with children, working in theatre, running wardrobe, and/or being a camp counselor
- Demonstrated knowledge of the theatrical process.
- Knowledge of safety procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
- Effective communication skills for asking informed questions and problem solving.
- Ability to handle responsibility with little or no supervisor while displaying consistent expertise.
- Ability to take an active leadership role in setting and maintain expectations with children.
*Please note a successful candidate must pass a background check before beginning this positon.*
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Ability to crouch, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb stairs, stand and sit for extended periods of time, reach above, below and at neck level, have full range of neck motion, see near and far with good depth perception, and work indoors.
The above statements are not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of the position but are intended to provide a general framework of the requirements of the position. Employee may be required to perform other functions not specifically addressed in this job description.
Geva Theatre is dedicated to create and produce singular theatre productions and programs that serve the Rochester region and beyond, by illuminating the fullness of our many human experiences. As Rochester’s flagship professional theatre, Geva is one of the most attended regional theatres in New York State. Geva operates two venues – the 516-seat Elaine P. Wilson Stage and the 180-seat Ron & Donna Fielding Stage.
Critical to Geva Theatre’s core values is an institutional culture of dignity, trust, and mutual respect. We are committed to upholding the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and anti-racism in recruitment of staff in all departments. To that end, for all employment opportunities, we actively encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals, individuals with disabilities and all other identities and legally protected classes. Geva Theatre is an equal opportunity employer. All are welcome here.
Salary from $17.00 per hour.
To apply, please submit a cover letter that addresses your experience and how you see your work aligning with Geva’s values, a resume, and professional references.
Run Crew Positions
Geva Theatre, a professional regional theatre in Rochester, NY with LORT B & D stages, seeks qualified run crew members for its productions. We are looking to hire stagehands, follow spot operators, A2s, wardrobe crew, production assistants, and light and sound board operators. Each production will require approximately a 6-8 week commitment.
The primary responsibility will be attending all technical rehearsals and performances (8 shows a week) for each production. Performances are weeknights, weekend afternoons and weekend evenings. Crew calls involve any necessary preshow set up and post show restore for the position assigned.
Candidates must have demonstrated skill in the area they are applying for and at least some experience in the live professional theatre. Pay rate of $16.50 per hour. These are ideal jobs for early career candidates or recent college graduates. We are particularly interested in candidates from the greater Rochester area.
Geva is committed to upholding the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racist theater in recruitment of staff in all departments. We actively encourage applications from women, BIPOC individuals, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities. All are welcome here.
Please include a cover letter, resume and references with the application form. Geva Theatre is an equal opportunity employer.
Production Overhire
Geva Theatre, a professional regional theatre in Rochester, NY with LORT B & D stages, seeks qualified run crew members for its productions. We are looking to hire the following positions: Scenic Carpenter, Scenic Artist, Props Artisan, Stitcher, Costume Crafts, Electricians, and Audio Technicians.
Under the supervision of the applicable Production department head, job duties will include the construction, installation, maintenance, modification, or removal of various production elements. The ideal candidate will be diligent, organized, collaborative, positive and professional and have some experience in the area that they are applying.
Positions are on a temporary, “show-by-show” basis, may be part-time, and may require evening and weekend work hours. Applications are accepted and filed on an ongoing basis, if a position is needed candidates that have applied will be contacted. Pay rate of $16.50 an hour.
Geva is committed to upholding the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racist theater in recruitment of staff in all departments. We actively encourage applications from women, BIPOC individuals, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities. All are welcome here.
Please include a cover letter, resume and references with the application form. Geva Theatre is an equal opportunity employer.
Internships, Apprenticeships, and Fellowships
For information about internships and apprenticeships for current college students and directing fellowships for recent post advanced degree (or equivalent professional experience) theatre directors, please email our education department. All other career development and hiring inquiries should be submitted here.
Casting
Geva is a member of the League of Resident Theatres and works under an agreement with Actors Equity Association (AEA), the union of professional actors and stage managers. By agreement, most (but not all) adult actors are required to be members of AEA.
General auditions for both union and non-union actors are held annually, prior to the beginning of each new season, at which time local actors are invited to present monologues and/or songs.
Local non-union casting is conducted in Rochester by Geva’s artistic staff. Please check this space for further information about any and all local casting calls.
If you have any questions about casting at Geva, please email casting@gevatheatre.org
Diversity & Inclusion
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Geva
Critical to Geva Theatres core values is an institutional culture of dignity, trust, and mutual respect.
In every decision we make, we strive to uphold the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and to facilitate artistic excellence and risk.