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Touring Crew Apprenticeship - Lion King and Wicked

CATEGORY: Technical

Disney Theatrical Group
New York, NY
US

Job Details

DESCRIPTION

Disney Theatrical Group and Munchkinland Productions, LP are seeking a Touring Apprentice for their
North American Tours.

In an effort to expand the pool of qualified stagecraft personnel for hire as members of touring
Broadway productions, the goal of this Apprenticeship program is to train individuals in multiple
departments, developing the skills necessary to be a competent and proficient member of any touring
crew.

DTG/Munchkinland Productions, LP are committed to providing the highest quality opportunities for the
widest, most diverse group of talented professionals throughout their career trajectory. We encourage
and welcome all applicants, inclusive of race, ethnicity, class, gender identity or expression, disability
status, and sexual orientation.

Description of Tasks:
• Learn and perform at a proficient level one or more positions of the Carpentry Department
including, but not limited to, operation of the automation console.
• Learn and perform at a proficient level one or more positions of the Lighting Department
including, but not limited to, operation of the lighting console and follow spots.
• Learn and perform at a proficient level one or more positions of the Audio Department
including, but not limited to, operation of the sound console.
• Learn and perform at a proficient level one or more positions of the Props Department.
• Learn and perform at a proficient level one or more positions of the Wardrobe and Puppetry
Departments.
• Learn and perform at a proficient level one or more positions of the Hair/Makeup Department.
• Learn skills for maintenance and repairs of the scenery, costumes, wigs, puppets and gear within
each department.
Job requirements or Qualifications:
• Willingness to work on a show schedule (e.g., Tuesday - Sunday, nights, etc.) plus load-in and
load-out schedules.
• Commitment to contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

The position will entail 36 weeks of training in each stagecraft department while touring with one or
more Disney Theatrical musical theater productions and the Wicked North American tour. The
Apprentice will receive compensation and a per diem throughout the time. The Apprentice will be
required to join the International Association of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), and Disney
Theatrical is prepared to sponsor their membership in the Associated Crafts and Technicians (ACT)
program, including card.

Applications will be accepted through March 17, 2025. The program will begin on June 9, 2025, and
completes on February 22, 2026. Send resume and cover letter to email below with
“Touring Crew Apprentice” in the subject line.

Salary = $1,350/week plus IATSE Full Pink Contract Benefits

DURATION

Jun 9, 2025 - Feb 22, 2026

SALARY

$1,350.00 – $1,350.00 per week

UNION

IATSE Pink

HOW TO APPLY

APPLY BY EMAIL

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