Employment

Position Overview:

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company is seeking an Associate Production Manager for its Summer 2026 production of Free Shakespeare on the Common: A Midsummer Night’s Dream directed by CSC Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler. The performance runs July 22 – August 9, 2026 outdoors on the historic Boston Common, Boston MA.

FLSA Status:

Temporary, full time (seasonal), non-exempt employment on a W-2.

Compensation: $1,384/week to be paid in the week following completion of work.

Location: Boston, MA

• Occasional meetings with Production Management, Designers, and/or Department Heads to be completed remotely as needed
• Remote meetings with third party vendors as needed
• Prep prior to load in to be completed in Stoughton, Dorchester, and Northborough, MA 
• Rehearsals to take place at the BLO rehearsal space, Boston MA
• Performances on the Boston Common, Boston MA
• This is a local hire – no housing or transportation is provided. 

Dates of Engagement / General Schedule:

June 1, 2026 – September 6, 2026 on an as needed basis, with July 6 – August 23, 2026 on a first priority basis. 

Pre-Production Work: Early March through Late June

Rehearsal Studio Load In: June 19-21, 2026

Prep Week: July 6 – 9, 2026

Boston Common Load In: July 10 – 16, 2026

Rehearsal Studio Load Out: July 17, 2026

Tech: July 17 – 21, 2026

Previews: July 22 – 28, 2026

Performances: July 29 – August 9, 2026

Filming: August 11 – 13, 2026

Boston Common Load Out: August 14 – 20, 2026

Post Show: August 21 – 23, 2026

Reports To: Ryan Spruck, Production Manager

Duties / Responsibilities:

The 2026 production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream celebrates our 30th year of sharing Free Shakespeare productions with Greater Boston audiences. The Associate Production Manager will assist the Production Manager with all elements related to Shakespeare on the Common including but not limited to:

• Supervising and Hiring of Staff

• Assist Production Manager with hiring of all SOTC production positions
• May include screening applications and conducting interviews
• Review/sign off on timesheets as needed
• Supervise on-site staff as determined by shift schedule

• Budgeting
  • Maintain/manage the production budget as outlined by Production Manager
  • Ensure all expenses are tracked and accounted for in coordination with other members of the Production Management team
• Vendor Relations
  • Liaise with vendors as needed, which may include obtaining quotes, determining delivery schedules, and making maintenance calls
• Production/Design Meetings
  • Attend production and design meetings
  • Lead production meetings as necessitated by shift schedule
  • Assist with scheduling production meetings
  • Take/distribute notes as needed
• Rehearsals
  • Attend rehearsals as needed, including first rehearsal and designer run throughs
  • Assist Production Manager with rehearsal prep (obtaining supplies, setting up the hall, printing/copying paperwork, etc.)
• Load In/Load Out
  • Help oversee and organize the load in and load out process, including:
    • Creating the specific schedule
    • Coordinating deliveries/pickups
    • Supervising on-site staff
    • Contributing to the install of on-site elements as needed
• On-Site Operations
  • Perform Opening/Closing duties as necessitated by shift schedule
  • Perform Site Supervisor duties as necessitated by shift schedule
• Venue Management
  • Help load in and out of the rehearsal hall
  • Assist with pulling stock items from storage (located in Stoughton, MA) and returning items to storage at load out
  • Oversee the Shakespeare on the Common Site as needed
    • Serve as point person for vendors, employees, cast members, designers, security, Park Rangers, and other City of Boston personnel
    • Complete safety and maintenance checks on a daily basis
• Safety Plans
  • Assist with updating currents safety plans and/or creating new plans as needed
  • Assist with the enforcement of and implementation of safety plans (First Aid, Weather, General Safety, Security, etc.)

Qualifications: 

• Education, training, and/or experience in theatre at a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent level
• 3+ years experience in Production Management or a related field (e.g. Technical Direction, Stage Management)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Experience in managing large crews
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience with outdoor theatre a plus
• Personal vehicle a plus

Onsite Job Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry 50lbs
• Ability to navigate stairs and uneven terrain
• Ability to navigate in variable high/low light settings in outdoor conditions.
• Valid driver’s license
• 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.

Position Overview:

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company is seeking a Director of Site Operations Managers for its Summer 2026 production of Free Shakespeare on the Common: A Midsummer Night’s Dream directed by CSC Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler. The performance runs July 22 – August 9, 2026 outdoors on the historic Boston Common, Boston MA.

FLSA Status:

Temporary, full time (seasonal), non-exempt employment on a W-2.

Compensation: 

This is a non-exempt W2 position at a salaried rate of $1045/week for 10 weeks.

Payments to be remitted in the week following work hours (typically on Thursday/Friday), based on the submission of completed timesheets.

Location: Boston, MA

• Occasional meetings with Production Management, Designers, and/or Department Heads to be completed remotely as needed
• Remote meetings with third party vendors as needed
• Prep prior to load in to be completed in Stoughton, Dorchester, and Northborough, MA 
• Rehearsals to take place at the BLO rehearsal space, Boston MA
• Performances on the Boston Common, Boston MA
• This is a local hire – no housing or transportation is provided. 

Dates of Engagement / General Schedule:

June 15, 2026 – August 23, 2026 on an as needed basis, with July 6 – August 21, 2026 on a first priority basis. 

Pre-Production Work: Early March through Late June

Rehearsal Studio Load In: June 19-21, 2026

Prep Week: July 6 – 9, 2026

Boston Common Load In: July 10 – 16, 2026

Rehearsal Studio Load Out: July 17, 2026

Tech: July 17 – 21, 2026

Previews: July 22 – 28, 2026

Performances: July 29 – August 9, 2026

Filming: August 11 – 13, 2026

Boston Common Load Out: August 14 – 20, 2026

Post Show: August 21 – 23, 2026

Reports To: Ryan Spruck, Production Manager

Duties / Responsibilities:

The 2026 production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream celebrates our 30th year of sharing Free Shakespeare productions with Greater Boston audiences. The Director of Site Ops will work closely with the Production Management team to coordinate load in and load out as well as day to day operations and maintenance of the compound. This will typically be a morning/afternoon shift.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead a team of 3 throughout the process (Site Ops Manager, 2 Site Crew PAs)
• Opening Procedures of the compound such as:
  • Checking in with overnight vendors to make sure services were provided
  • Unlocking gates, trailers, offices, and operational facilities
  • Scheduling deliveries and services with outside vendors
  • Detarping the set and stage
  • Filling up water fresh water tanks
  • Navigate compound and surrounding areas to identify areas in need of attention
  • Coordinating with Boston Parks Dept to alleviate matters outside of the immediate compound 
• Preparation of the compound for a variety of needs
• Setting up and maintaining the audience areas in conjunction with the House Manager
• Maintaining compound throughout run of show which may include setting up and tearing down tents throughout the site
• Flagging out the site the day before the trailers arrive
• Coordinating trailer arrivals and delivery order
• Running power to trailers under the supervision of the Production Electrician 
• Troubleshooting issues with trailers, walkways, bathrooms, HVAC, etc.
• Setting up and maintaining offices, dressing rooms, and bathroom trailers
• Helping load out of the rehearsal hall and onto the Common
• Completing storage runs to our storage facilities in Canton, MA
• Assisting with scenic install as necessitated/possible 
• General maintenance tasks typically associated with outdoor/theatre venues like mowing, light carpentry, simple walkway lighting, light plumbing repair, trash removal, etc.
• Giving tours of the compound to interns, actors, special guests, school groups, etc.
• Purchasing and maintaining office supplies, break room supplies, sunscreen, bug spray, etc.
• Coordinating parking and visitor passes 
• Coordinating and managing a team of two Site Crew Production Assistants in setting up the compound (backstage infrastructure), stage, control booth, etc. during load in and maintaining operational systems throughout our time on the Common
• Maintain safe working environment according to OSHA and general standards

Qualifications: 

• Education, training, and/or experience in theatre at a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent level
• 3+ years experience in Operations Management or a related field (e.g. Production Management)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Experience in managing crews
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience with outdoor theatre a plus
• Personal vehicle a plus

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 in outdoor conditions
• Valid driver’s license
• 18+ years of age
• Experience with and ability to meet all duties and responsibilities as listed above

Candidates with parallel experience such as general management, technical theatre work at department-head level, or production work for film/tv/music will be considered and should be encouraged to apply

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.

Position Overview:

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company is seeking Site Crew/Production Assistants for its Summer 2026 production of Free Shakespeare on the Common: A Midsummer Night’s Dream directed by CSC Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler. The performance runs July 22 – August 9, 2026 outdoors on the historic Boston Common, 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 $18/hour (overtime rate is $27.00/hour).  Anticipated total of 260 regular hours plus up to 70 overtime hours during load in, performances and load out (July through August). 

Payments to be remitted in the week following work hours (typically on Thursday/Friday), based on the submission of completed timesheets.

Location: Boston, MA

• Prep prior to load in to be completed in Stoughton, Dorchester, and Northborough, MA 
• Rehearsals to take place at the BLO rehearsal space, Boston MA
• Performances on the Boston Common, Boston MA
• This is a local hire – no housing or transportation is provided. 

Dates of Engagement / General Schedule:

July 6, 2026 – August 23, 2026 on an as needed basis, with July 6 – August 21, 2026 on a first priority basis.

Pre-Production Work: Early March through Late June

Rehearsal Studio Load In: June 19-21, 2026

Prep Week: July 6 – 9, 2026

Boston Common Load In: July 10 – 16, 2026

Rehearsal Studio Load Out: July 17, 2026

Tech: July 17 – 21, 2026

Previews: July 22 – 28, 2026

Performances: July 29 – August 9, 2026

Filming: August 11 – 13, 2026

Boston Common Load Out: August 14 – 20, 2026

Post Show: August 21 – 23, 2026

Reports To: Site Operations Manager

Duties / Responsibilities:

The 2026 production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream celebrates our 30th year of sharing Free Shakespeare productions with Greater Boston audiences. The Site Ops Crew will work under the direction of the Site Ops Manager to facilitate load in and load out as well as day to day operations and maintenance of the compound. 

• Opening procedures of the compound 
• Unlocking gates, trailers, offices, and operational facilities
• Detarping the set and stage
• Filling up water fresh water tanks
• Walking compound and surrounding areas to identify areas in need of attention
• Setting up and maintaining the audience areas in conjunction with the House Manager Team
• Maintaining compound throughout run of show which may include setting up and tearing down tents throughout the site
• Closing Procedures of the compound such as:
• Removal of trash at end of day
• Retarping set and stage
• Locking gates and shutting down HVAC 
• Flagging out the site the day before the trailers arrive
• Running power to trailers under the supervision of the Production Electrician 
• Setting up and maintaining offices, dressing rooms, and bathroom trailers
• Helping load out of the rehearsal hall and onto the Common
• Completing storage runs to our storage facilities in Canton, MA
• Assisting with scenic install as necessitated/possible 
• General maintenance tasks typically associated with outdoor/theatre venues like mowing, light carpentry, simple walkway lighting, light plumbing repair, trash removal, etc.
• Installing and setting up backstage infrastructure (dressing rooms, office space, pathways, etc.)

Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience with outdoor theatre a plus

On-site 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 in outdoor conditions
• 18+ years of age
• Experience with and ability to meet all duties and responsibilities as listed above

Candidates with parallel experience such as general maintenance, technical theatre work, or production work for film/tv/music will be considered and should be encouraged to apply

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.