"All the best performers bring to their role something more, something different than what the author put on paper. That's what makes theater live. That's why it persists."

- Stephen Sondheim.

Internships and Educational Opportunities

Performance Internships

In this audition based program we select high school students from around central Ohio to participate in masterclasses, talkbacks, showcases performances, and more to hone their craft and learn more about being a theater professional. These interns also get the chance to be considered for roles throughout the season in our mainstage shows and gain volunteer hours with other opportunities to help out around the theater.

Auditions for our 2026-27 Season have been completed.

If you have any questions please email dionysia@shortnorthstage.org.

Technical/Staff Internships

Interested in helping backstage and learning from our seasoned Equity Stage Managers or excellent sound mixer? Maybe you want to learn more about lighting, design, or casting? We are always looking for high school aged interns for these departments. You will get hands on experience and learn more about what interests you.

Interviews for our 2026-27 Season have been completed.

If you have any questions please email dionysia@shortnorthstage.org.

QUESTIONS?

  • Students should be high school age - Freshman through Seniors (14-19).

  • Interns must participate in 3 events during the year to perform in their Showcase Performance.

    These events often happen on the weekends or evenings when artists are available for masterclasses.

    If cast in a show or given a position on crew for a show, interns are required to attend all rehearsals and performances just like the professionals with the same expectations. Shows rehearse Tuesday thru Friday evenings and Saturday/Sunday daytimes. Crew roles usually start at tech rehearsals.

    This program is very much geared towards “you get out of it what you put into it”. You can learn a lot and gain tons of great access and experience the more you are involved.

  • YES! We provide all of these great classes and opportunities for free thanks to donors and grants. We believe that everyone should be given the chance to learn and grown in a professional environment as they find their artistic voice.

COLLEGE AGE INTERNSHIPS:

If you are in college and looking to enhance your knowledge, get hands on experience, and learn more about professional theater please email dionysia@shortnorthstage.org your resume and what positions/fields you are interested in. We do NOT offer housing for these internships.