On Stage In the Classroom
Directed by Brantley M. Dunaway

Kentucky Shakespeare’s 54th Annual Shakespeare in the Park 2013 Performance Dates:

 

Twelfth Night

Tuesdays – Sundays, June 20th - July 14th

(Previews on June 18th and 19th)

Pre-Show Entertainment 7 PM, Curtain 8:30 PM

 

The Taming of the Shrew

Presented by The Player’s Conservatory

June 18th - July 21st

Pre-Show Entertainment 7 PM, Curtain 8:30 PM

 

For more information and to reserve your VIP seats or special packages, call 502-574-9900 or click here.

 

 

 

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In the few signatures that have survived, Shakespeare spelled his name “Willm Shaksp,” “William Shakespe,” and “Wm Shakspe,” – but never “William Shakespeare.”

Employment

 

Current Employment Opportunities

 

Director of Education

Applicant should submit to :  jobs@kyshakespeare.com

Please indicate Director of Education in the Subject Line

1. Cover letter

2. CV/Resume

3. Three letters of reference

4. Sample of program materials, such as study guides and lesson plans

Kentucky Shakespeare presents the oldest Free Shakespeare Festival in the US.  Founded in 1949, we have become the largest in-school arts education provider in the Commonwealth visiting 75,000 + children each year.  The education department offers 7 primary programs, all of which support and enhance the National Common Core education standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Development, administration, implementation, and operations of all Kentucky Shakespeare Education Programming.
  • Act as community advocate for the advancement of arts education in the region.
  • Develop, implement, and oversee new and innovative education programs.
  • Conduct impact and fiduciary assessments of all education programs.
  • Act as the direct supervisor for the hiring, supervision, and administration of the Education Program Manager and key department staff including but not limited to casting, designers, instructors, resident artists, etc.
  • Work collaboratively with the marketing team to create messaging platforms to expand the importance and growth of theatre education.
  • Remain well versed on state and federal education regulations, core curriculum requirements, etc.
  • Develop, recruit, and maintain collegiate summer internship program.
  • Person should be viewed as an expert in their field in the region as they will lead the largest in-school arts education program in the state.
  • Report directly to the Producing Artistic Director.
  • Works collaboratively with the Director of Development in all grant applications and reporting.
  • Must have a strict attention to detail, logistics, and creative oversight.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Masters Degree
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in related field.
  • Enthusiasm and passion for a collaborative work environment

Benefits
Leave: Paid holidays, Vacation/paid time off, Medical
Retirement: Pension plan matching up to 5% annual salary
Insurance: Dental, Health, VisionSalary:  Negotiable based on experience (Range 40K – 55K)

 

 

 

 

 

Summer 2013 Positions

Kentucky Shakespeare will start accepting applications on January 15, 2013 for the following summer positions:

Production Manager

Production Stage Manager

Stage Manager

Company Manager

Technical Director

Costume Shop Manager

Costume Shop Personnel- Stitchers, Drapers, etc.

Front of House Manager

Camp Artists/Educators/Interns (Job Description for Camp Artists/Educators/Interns)

Bartenders and Hosts

 

Applicants should submit to : jobs@kyshakespeare.com

1. Cover letter

2. CV/Resume

3. Three letters of reference

 

 

ALL APPLICANTS WHO EMAIL THEIR INFORMATION MUST INDICATE JOB POSITION AND OR DEPARTMENT OF INTEREST IN THE SUBJECT LINE!

 

Please visit our Intern Page for a full list of year round and seasonal Internships.

Employment

 

Current Employment Opportunities

 

Director of Education

Applicant should submit to :  jobs@kyshakespeare.com

Please indicate Director of Education in the Subject Line

1. Cover letter

2. CV/Resume

3. Three letters of reference

4. Sample of program materials, such as study guides and lesson plans

Kentucky Shakespeare presents the oldest Free Shakespeare Festival in the US.  Founded in 1949, we have become the largest in-school arts education provider in the Commonwealth visiting 75,000 + children each year.  The education department offers 7 primary programs, all of which support and enhance the National Common Core education standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Development, administration, implementation, and operations of all Kentucky Shakespeare Education Programming.
  • Act as community advocate for the advancement of arts education in the region.
  • Develop, implement, and oversee new and innovative education programs.
  • Conduct impact and fiduciary assessments of all education programs.
  • Act as the direct supervisor for the hiring, supervision, and administration of the Education Program Manager and key department staff including but not limited to casting, designers, instructors, resident artists, etc.
  • Work collaboratively with the marketing team to create messaging platforms to expand the importance and growth of theatre education.
  • Remain well versed on state and federal education regulations, core curriculum requirements, etc.
  • Develop, recruit, and maintain collegiate summer internship program.
  • Person should be viewed as an expert in their field in the region as they will lead the largest in-school arts education program in the state.
  • Report directly to the Producing Artistic Director.
  • Works collaboratively with the Director of Development in all grant applications and reporting.
  • Must have a strict attention to detail, logistics, and creative oversight.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Masters Degree
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in related field.
  • Enthusiasm and passion for a collaborative work environment

Benefits
Leave: Paid holidays, Vacation/paid time off, Medical
Retirement: Pension plan matching up to 5% annual salary
Insurance: Dental, Health, VisionSalary:  Negotiable based on experience (Range 40K – 55K)

 

 

 

 

 

Summer 2013 Positions

Kentucky Shakespeare will start accepting applications on January 15, 2013 for the following summer positions:

Production Manager

Production Stage Manager

Stage Manager

Company Manager

Technical Director

Costume Shop Manager

Costume Shop Personnel- Stitchers, Drapers, etc.

Front of House Manager

Camp Artists/Educators/Interns (Job Description for Camp Artists/Educators/Interns)

Bartenders and Hosts

 

Applicants should submit to : jobs@kyshakespeare.com

1. Cover letter

2. CV/Resume

3. Three letters of reference

 

 

ALL APPLICANTS WHO EMAIL THEIR INFORMATION MUST INDICATE JOB POSITION AND OR DEPARTMENT OF INTEREST IN THE SUBJECT LINE!

 

Please visit our Intern Page for a full list of year round and seasonal Internships.