Opening night of The Skin of Our Teeth, 2019. Photo by Jacey Rae Russell.

Job Opportunities

Production Overhire

Berkshire Theatre Group, celebrating its 97th year as a professional theatre company in Western MA, is accepting resumes to be added to a production overhire list.

Possible positions include:

• FOH Engineer 
• Monitor Engineer
• Electricians for Lighting Hang & Focus
• Lighting board operators
• Busking electrician
• Follow spot operator
• Stitcher
• Wardrobe crew
• Scenic carpenter

Hourly rate of $20/h – $30/h commensurate on experience and role. 

TO APPLY

Please submit a resume and three references to
overhire@berkshiretheatre.org

Expectations

• Uphold the image of the organization and abide by the mission statement
• Represent the organization appropriately and abide by the mission statement.
• Demonstrate behavior showing a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Perform work in a manner that is consistent with that commitment.

About Berkshire Theatre Group

The Colonial Theatre, founded in 1903, and Berkshire Theatre Festival, founded in 1928, are two of the oldest cultural organizations in the Berkshires. In 2010, under the leadership of Artistic Director and CEO Kate Maguire, the two organizations merged to form Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG). Berkshire Theatre Group’s mission is to support wide ranging artistic exploration and acclaimed performances in theatre, dance, music and entertainment. Every year, BTG produces and presents performances to over 68,000 attendees and, through our Educational Program, serves over 11,000 Berkshire County school children annually. In July 2020, Berkshire Theatre was the first company in the United States to earn approval from Actors’ Equity Association to produce a musical (Godspell) in the wake of the COVID-19 Pandemic. In 2028, Berkshire Theatre will celebrate 100 years of making theatre.

Berkshire Theatre Group is committed to Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Access and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. BTG welcomes and encourages people from all backgrounds to participate in every facet of our organization as having a multitude of diverse voices expands and enhances the work we do. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

BTG’s vision is to be a center for creative work that enriches, educates, invigorates, transforms, and strengthens our community for the better.

Seasonal

Berkshire Theatre Group, will celebrate its 97th year as a professional theatre in Western MA in 2025 and is accepting resumes for our administrative & production teams for our 2025 season. Employment dates range from mid-May through early-September during the summer season, but vary based on position.

Production
Assistant Technical Director
Draftsperson
Lead Carpenter
Carpenters
Scenic Charge
Scenic Artist
Props Carpenter
Props Artisan
Assistant Costume Coordinator
Cutter/Draper
Stitchers
Wardrobe Supervisor
Wardrobe Crew
Assistant Lighting Supervisor
Electricians
Assistant Audio and Projections Supervisor
Audio & Projections Engineer
Production Management Associate
Production Assistant
General Technician / Production Swing

To apply for a position on our production team, send a cover letter and resume to Berkshire Theatre Group, Peter Durgin, Director of Productions at hiring@berkshiretheatre.org.

Administrative:
General Management Assistant
Assistant Company Manager
Company Management Associate
Administrative Assistant

Front of House:
Ticket Office Associates
House Management Associate

To apply for a position on our administrative team, send a cover letter and resume to: Berkshire Theatre Group, Corey Cavenaugh, Managing Director at hiring@berkshiretheatre.org.

Volunteering

Berkshire Theatre Group has numerous volunteering opportunities that can fit your schedule and lifestyle. In addition to working as an usher at one of our events, we are constantly looking for support on everything from mailings to gardening across our campus. No matter what your skills or interests, we can use your support.

Volunteer Reception 2018

Some of our volunteering opportunities include:

• Ushering at shows and events
• Database management
• Gardening and landscaping
• Assistance with mailings
• Phonebanking
• Building improvements

In exchange for your assistance, we provide complimentary access to BTG productions when available along with an exclusive invitation to a Volunteer Appreciation Event at the end of the summer.

For more information on volunteering opportunities, please contact:

Fabienne Theriault
Manager of Volunteer Services
413-448-8084 x31
volunteer@berkshiretheatre.org