Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre (SART)

 

2026 Summer Stock Theatre Internship Program

 

Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre (SART) is seeking six dedicated and passionate college students to join our 2026 Summer Stock Internship Company. This immersive program offers hands-on experience in professional regional theatre while serving the vibrant artistic community of the Appalachian region.

 

Internship Positions Available
 

• 2 Technical Interns

• 4 Performance Interns

 

All interns will receive a $125 weekly stipend and housing for the duration of the summer season.

 

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Program Overview

 

The SART Summer Internship is designed to provide real-world experience in a professional theatre environment. Interns will collaborate with directors, designers, actors, and production staff while contributing meaningfully to the season’s productions.
 

In addition to supporting SART’s mainstage season, interns will:

 

• Perform in/ run (bi)Weekly Cabaret Showcase – Saturdays with SART

• Participate Chekov Intensive with Janice Schreiber or Tech Apprenticeship with SART’s Technical Director

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This program emphasizes both artistic growth and practical theatre operations.

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Performance Intern Responsibilities

 

Performance Interns will:
 

• Perform in cabaret series Saturdays with SART

• Assist with:

  • Box Office

  • Promotion & community outreach

  • Run Crew

  • Build Crew

  • Props & Costumes

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Technical Intern Responsibilities

Technical Interns will:

 

• Run tech in mainstage productions

• Run tech in cabaret series Saturdays with SART

• Assist with:

  • Box Office

  • Promotion & community outreach

  • Run Crew

  • Build Crew

  • Props & Costumes

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Special Training Opportunity

Performance interns will participate in an acting intensive:

 

Chekhov Intensive with Janice Schreiber

This focused training workshop will explore Chekhov technique, character development, and ensemble-based performance practices under the guidance of respected theatre professional Janice Schreiber.

 

Technical interns will gain specialized experience:

 

Technical Apprenticeship to Mainstage Technical Director

Technical interns will gain hands-on experience working alongside professional theatre technicians in lighting, sound, construction, and design. Interns will collaborate directly with the season’s Mainstage Technical Director and production team, serving as assistants and active contributors throughout the process.

 

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Compensation

• $125 weekly stipend

• Provided housing

• Professional training and performance opportunities

• Networking

• Portfolio-building experience

 

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Auditions and Interviews

 

Date: Self Tape (Performance) and Video Calls (Tech)

 

Performance interns will be required to submit a self tape. Technical interns will be asked to submit a portfolio (if applicable) and interview.

 

 

Ideal Candidates

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We are seeking students who are:
 

• Currently enrolled in a college or university theatre program

• Collaborative and team-oriented

• Self-motivated and adaptable

• Passionate about theatre in both performance and production capacities

 

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