Employment

Dresser – Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”

Position Overview:

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company is seeking a Dresser for its upcoming remount of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” adapted by Steve Wargo with musical arrangements by Dianne Adams McDowell, directed by CSC Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler and Music Direction by Dan Rodriguez. The performance runs Dec 11-20, 2026 at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theater, Boston MA.

FLSA Status:

Temporary, part-time, non-exempt employment on a W-2. 

Compensation: 

This is a non-exempt W2 position (eligible for overtime) with an hourly rate of $19/hour (overtime rate is $28.50/hour).  Anticipated total of 109 regular hours plus up to 38 overtime hours during load in, performances and load out. Payments to be remitted in the week following work hours (typically on Thursday/Friday), based on the submission of completed timesheets.

Location: Boston, MA

• Performances at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theater, Boston MA
• This is a local hire – no housing or transportation is provided.  

Dates of Engagement / General Schedule:

December 5, 2026 – December 21, 2026 on a first priority as needed basis.

Load In: December 5 – 6

Tech: December 8 – 11

Previews: December 11 – 12

Friday, December 11 at 7pm

Saturday, December 12 at 2pm 

Performances: December 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 

Saturday, December 12 at 7pm (Press Opening)

Sunday, December 13 at 2pm

Wednesday, December 16 at 7pm

Thursday, December 17 at 10am (Student Mat.) & 7pm

Friday, December 18 at 7pm

Saturday, December 19 at 2pm (Audio Description)

Saturday, December 19 at 7 pm (ASL interpretation)

Sunday, December 20 at 2pm (Audio Description & ASL Interpretation)

Strike: December 20 –  21

Reports To: Wardrobe Supervisor

Duties / Responsibilities:

The Dresser works with the Wardrobe Supervisor, Associate Wardrobe Supervisor, and Stage Management team to ensure smooth running of technical rehearsals and performances.  Primary responsibility is maintaining and preparing the wardrobe, wigs, makeup, assisting actors with quick changes, and occasionally serving as general run crew to move props and scenery during set changes.

• Work wardrobe run crew during performances, assisting with costume and wig changes

• Complete maintenance/laundering of costume pieces and/or wigs as assigned by Wardrobe Supervisor
  • Some laundry may be completed on site
• Assist in setting up backstage infrastructure (dressing rooms, quick change booths, etc.)
• Assist with notes during technical rehearsals and previews
• Be onsite for all technical rehearsals and performances
• Other duties as assigned by the Wardrobe Supervisor

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in theatre
• 2+ years experience in Costumes, Wardrobe, or related field
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Onsite Job Requirements:

• Attend load in, load out, and all technical rehearsals and performances

• Ability to lift and carry 50lbs
• Ability to navigate stairs and uneven terrain
• Ability to navigate in variable high/low light settings
• 18+ years of age
• Experience with and ability to meet all duties and responsibilities as listed above

To Apply:

If interested, please send a resume and brief statement of interest to employment@commshakes.org with the job title in the subject of the email.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and hire will be made as soon as a suitable candidate is found. No phone calls please.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

CSC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. Professionals of all identities, backgrounds, and abilities are strongly encouraged to apply. CSC’s mission and values are summarized on our website at commshakes.org/mission-history. The applicant’s experience should reflect a commitment to these values. We celebrate diversity and access and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. CSC is a place where everyone can grow, so however you identify and whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a position that interests you.

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company is a participant in the Line Drawn Community Standards Initiative to prevent harassment and abuse in the New England performing arts community and requires all staff, contractors, and volunteers to abide by these standards. By developing programs and resources specifically for the needs of the New England performing arts community, Line Drawn aims to create safer and more equitable work environments. We are committed to this Initiative because preventing harassment and abuse is not optional – it is a requirement for creating theatre. More information can be found at commshakes.org/linedrawn/ 

All performances will be held in accordance with the most up to date state, city, and industry safety protocols regarding COVID-19. CSC will require all staff and performers to provide proof of a completed FDA-approved vaccine regimen for COVID-19. This policy allows for exemption accommodations for disability or religious reasons. Additional protocols regarding masking, testing, and/or vaccine booster requirements, if necessary, will be announced closer to commencement of in-person work.

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company is seeking an A3 for its upcoming remount of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” adapted by Steve Wargo with musical arrangements by Dianne Adams McDowell, directed by CSC Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler and Music Direction by Dan Rodriguez. The performance runs Dec 11-20, 2026 at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theater, Boston MA.

FLSA Status:

Temporary, part-time, non-exempt employment on a W-2..  

Compensation: 

This is a non-exempt W2 position (eligible for overtime) with an hourly rate of $19/hour (overtime rate is $28.50/hour).  Anticipated total of 108 regular hours plus up to 47 overtime hours during load in, performances and load out. Payments to be remitted in the week following work hours (typically on Thursday/Friday), based on the submission of completed timesheets. 

Location: Boston, MA

• Performances at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theater, Boston MA
• This is a local hire – no housing or transportation is provided.  

Dates of Engagement / General Schedule:

December 5, 2026 – December 21, 2026 on a first priority as needed basis.

Load In: December 5 – 6

Tech: December 8 – 11

Previews: December 11 – 12

Friday, December 11 at 7pm

Saturday, December 12 at 2pm 

Performances: December 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 

Saturday, December 12 at 7pm (Press Opening)

Sunday, December 13 at 2pm

Wednesday, December 16 at 7pm

Thursday, December 17 at 10am (Student Mat.) & 7pm

Friday, December 18 at 7pm

Saturday, December 19 at 2pm (Audio Description)

Saturday, December 19 at 7 pm (ASL interpretation)

Sunday, December 20 at 2pm (Audio Description & ASL Interpretation)

Strike: December 20 – 21

Reports To:  A1

Duties / Responsibilities:

The A3 supports the sound team primarily by running Qlab during the production, along with the following:

• Support the Chief Audio Engineer/A1 and Sound Designer throughout the production process
• Help set up and maintain the sound system as well as the backstage Clear-Com communication system and monitors
• Run the sound Qs (QLab only – Chief Audio Engineer/A1 handles microphone mixes) during all technical rehearsal and performances
• Assist the A2 with application of cast microphones
• Assist Audio Engineer with setting up and maintaining CSC-owned radios for on-site communication amongst departments

Qualifications: 

• Education, training, and/or experience in theatre at a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent level
• 2+ years experience in live or production audio
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Onsite Job Requirements:

• Attend load in, load out, and all technical rehearsals and performances

• Ability to lift and carry 50lbs
• Ability to navigate stairs and uneven terrain
• Ability to navigate in variable high/low light settings
• Ability to utilize auditory communication systems
• 18+ years of age
• Experience with and ability to meet all duties and responsibilities as listed above

To Apply:

If interested, please send a resume and brief statement of interest to employment@commshakes.org with the job title in the subject of the email.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and hire will be made as soon as a suitable candidate is found. No phone calls please.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

CSC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. Professionals of all identities, backgrounds, and abilities are strongly encouraged to apply. CSC’s mission and values are summarized on our website at commshakes.org/mission-history. The applicant’s experience should reflect a commitment to these values. We celebrate diversity and access and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. CSC is a place where everyone can grow, so however you identify and whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a position that interests you.

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company is a participant in the Line Drawn Community Standards Initiative to prevent harassment and abuse in the New England performing arts community and requires all staff, contractors, and volunteers to abide by these standards. By developing programs and resources specifically for the needs of the New England performing arts community, Line Drawn aims to create safer and more equitable work environments. We are committed to this Initiative because preventing harassment and abuse is not optional – it is a requirement for creating theatre. More information can be found at commshakes.org/linedrawn/ 

All performances will be held in accordance with the most up to date state, city, and industry safety protocols regarding COVID-19. CSC will require all staff and performers to provide proof of a completed FDA-approved vaccine regimen for COVID-19. This policy allows for exemption accommodations for disability or religious reasons. Additional protocols regarding masking, testing, and/or vaccine booster requirements, if necessary, will be announced closer to commencement of in-person work.