Striving for Artistic Excellence

• To being UPstanders, rather than bystanders, as we actively disrupt inequity, systemic racism, and other forms of oppression in our community.
• To update our mission statement and core values statements to include our commitment to anti-oppression and anti-racism.
• To continue to invest in our staff and board members through regular EDI training and conversations.
• To recognize that theatre is the art form of democracy. Therefore, we will intentionally create policies and practices to increase the access BIPOC and other underrepresented staff, artists pool, and board of trustees have for advancement, promotions, and the ability to contribute their ideas and talents to the organization.
• To the just and equitable disbursement of resources for all employees including non-unionized artists that work for our company.
• To create the conditions for safety. Our task is to create and nurture spaces where safety is prioritized so that we can make the best art we are capable of.
• This includes hiring cultural consultants when relevant and appropriate to serve in the rehearsal room for communities of color, racially and ethnically diverse individuals, tribal communities, immigrant and refugee communities, LGBTQIA+ communities, and communities that have principal languages other than English. These practices will expand beyond the rehearsal room to include our staff, administration, board, and audiences.

• Community: We believe that artists, community partners, administration, staff, and board members with differing backgrounds and life experiences enhance our ability to succeed and create a richer experience for all.
• Balance: We believe that maintaining balance in our work and personal lives is crucial. Balance allows for the inspiration to create. It also contributes to a joyous work environment where team members can learn from one another and build meaningful personal connections.
• Diversity: We believe that diversity reflects a broad range of voices, points-of-view, histories, perspectives, and experiences. We recognize that some voices have been intentionally and systematically excluded and that society as a whole can grow when these voices are heard and included.
• Empathy: We believe that theatre is a place where art can be created, where one can explore what it is to be human and in turn foster a shared culture of empathy and understanding. Theatre is by its nature a unique art form that celebrates what it is to be alive and therefore must be created in a nurturing, inclusive, and supportive environment.

• Engaged in ongoing Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging training for all of our staff with (R)EVOLVE Consulting beginning in July of 2021.
• Committed to a 5-day rehearsal week and 8-hour tech rehearsals to reflect our belief in balance.
• Increased BIPOC representation at all levels of the institution: actors, playwrights, staff, and board members.
• Hired an Education, Outreach and Inclusion manager.
• Posted our Land Acknowledgement in our theatre as well as a printed version in our programs recognizing that our theatre rests on occupied Kumeyaay territory.
• Intentionally worked to use and recognize pronouns.
• Implemented a practice of inclusive and color conscious casting for all productions.
• Created practices to ensure gender parity in hiring practices.
• Ensured that the majority of new play commissions are written by artists in the global majority.

To view the full job description, click here.

Cygnet Theatre in Old Town is now accepting resumes for part-time Patron Services Representatives.

Position: Patron Services Representative

Hours: 10-25 hours a week, must be available on weekends and evenings.

Pay: Starting at $17.25 an hour

Preferred Availability:

Monday thru Friday: Noon to 9pm
Saturday/Sunday: 11 am to 10pm

Ideal candidate must be available for a minimum of four shifts a week.

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide theatre patrons with excellent customer service at Cygnet Theatre by assisting them in purchasing and/or picking up tickets to Cygnet Theatre events, providing information on performances and special events, and assisting other front of house departments as needed to ensure a high-quality patron experience.

Responsibilities:

• Provide all guests a positive first impression of Cygnet Theatre by offering superior customer service.
• Operate the computerized ticketing system and all wireless technology devices.
• Provide information regarding Cygnet Theatre events via face-to-face, telephone and e-mail communication.
• Provide assistance to all company members with ticket reservation needs.
• Assist with front of house tasks as needed, including but not limited to assisting the house management team or with event set-up.
• Assist with miscellaneous box office projects as directed.

Requirements:

• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to operate wireless technology devices (iPads, ticket scanners).
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs.

To Apply:

Please send work resumes only. NO acting resumes.
Email submissions to ecandia@cygnettheatre.com

April 21, 2025 from 10am-6pm (Lunch from 1:30-2:30pm)

To view the full audition notice, click here.