Intern will receive one-on-one mentorship with venerated producers to learn what it takes to produce a play from early stages to the finished product. Artistic Producing Interns will work on HERO Theatre’s 2026 season, specifically the pre-production workshops for one project and the rehearsals and full production of another. Interns will have opportunities to work directly with a variety of theatre artists including producers, playwrights, directors, designers, and actors and will learn about casting, dramaturgy, producing workshops, and producing a full artistic production. The Artistic Producing Intern will work approximately 15-20 hours per week from June 2026 through December 2026.
As a social and environmental justice company, HERO Theatre is seeking applicants who care and have an understanding of social issues happening today because they are relevant to the company and our artistry. We are seeking a team player & collaborator, who understands that being a part of the team at HERO Theatre means to be in service to communities in need. We’re seeking a self-starter, who enjoys working with a team, and who is enthusiastic about the work at hand. Someone who can follow directions and follow through without having to be micro-managed. Applicants should have excellent written and oral communication skills and basic administrative and typing skills. Experience with Google Drive is highly preferred. Some experience with Microsoft Office software preferred, particularly Word and Excel. Spanish speakers are welcome, but not required.
HERO Theatre is a community-based company that uses art to model and bring forth social progress. We invite audiences to envision America as we do by presenting theatre that uplifts communities that have been harmed. Our core audience members leave our theater feeling seen and represented authentically. We champion work that we feel is relevant and support artists at all stages in their careers. We use our artistry to bring sustainability education to vulnerable communities. HERO was founded in 2011 by Producing Artistic Director Elisa Bocanegra, a Puerto Rican artist. As one of the first Latinas to perform in major regional theater, Bocanegra has survived tremendous racism and been saddened and frustrated by the lack of equity and inclusion in American theatre. After an inspiring conversation with fellow cast-mate Olympia Dukakis, Bocanegra, who comes from humble beginnings, started HERO to elevate artists from underrepresented communities and has created a flourishing company.
Please submit a resume (that lists two references), a letter of interest, and your school transcript to contactus@herotheatre.org by April 30, 2025. While not required, if you’re an artist (i.e. actor, director) please feel welcome to submit a separate creative resume as well.