The Media Theatre, a non-profit 501c3, is seeking candidates for the full time position of Technical Director.

DESCRIPTION

The Technical Director is the supervisory staff member who oversees all departments related to professional, educational productions and third party rental events at the theatre. This position is responsible for scheduling, ordering supplies and coordinating various production needs. This position acts as the liaison between theatre management and IATSE union crews, and is responsible for executing the technical processes involved in every event hosted at the theatre. Night and weekend availability is required often. The Technical Director reports directly to the Artistic Director.

DUTIES

● Schedule and manage labor for all production and shop needs within the allotted budget

● Facilitate communication between admin, artistic and production teams

● Collaborate and uphold production & rental calendars and schedules

● Negotiate pricing and procurement of all technical elements and materials needed for each production or event, and remain within the provided budget

● Ensure that safety remains highest priority in the execution of all technical needs

● Oversees the timely completion of construction of scenic elements, load-in, lighting, projections, and sound installation, as well as strike

● Supervise events held on site.

QUALIFICATIONS

● Effective communication skills, both oral and written.

● Experience leading and managing groups of artistic and production collaborators.

● Knowledge of office software, especially Google Docs, Google Drive, Google Sheets, Google Calendar, and Zoom.

● Proficiency in CAD software (VectorWorks, AutoCAD) and Adobe Creative Cloud application preferred.

● Ability to interpret architectural and electrical plans, diagrams, local code requirements, equipment manuals, contracts, show riders and other available documents in preparing and executing production plans and designs.

● Ability to create and edit CAD drawings of event designs and setups to detail necessary resources and plans for the load-in and implementation of productions and special events.

● Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (experience driving small box trucks and vans a plus)

● Experience in related production disciplines, including carpentry, rigging, sewing, lighting, sound, and projections a plus.

● Committed to upholding the artistic vision provided

● Self-motivated, honest, thoughtful, and composed.

● Ability to multitask and prioritize

TIMELINE & COMPENSATION

The deadline for submissions is Friday, July 31 EOD. Ideal candidates are available to begin between August 1 & September 1. The anticipated compensation is between $55,000 - $60,000 per year.

The Media Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, or marital status. The Media Theatre encourages candidates of all backgrounds to submit.

TO SUBMIT: Please send cover letter and examples of work or link to website to Artistic Director, Christian Ryan at c.ryan@mediatheatre.org. Please include the job title in the subject line.

2026/2027 SEASON AUDITIONS: Teens age 13-17 (Role of Charlie age 9-17)

The Media Theatre is seeking actors & actresses ages 13-17 who sing & dance extremely well for their upcoming 2026-27 Broadway Series season. Rehearsal times are typically Monday-Saturday from 9:30am-5:30pm, with Sundays off. Performances vary between five and seven shows per week depending on the production, generally Wednesdays through Sundays. Equity and Non-equity contracts available for each show. Conflicts with school will occur during these processes.

Season EPA: Thursday, July 23 - (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

The Media Theatre (104 E State Street, Media PA 19063)

By appointment only. See details below to apply.

Personnel Attending:

Christian Ryan (Artistic Director)

Dana Liu (Production Associate)

Location:

The Media Theatre: 104 E State Street, Media PA 19063

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Material: Please bring a short cut of sheet music of an up-tempo, contemporary musical theatre piece to sing from. Accompanist provided. You may be asked to sing a second 16-bar cut. 

Additional Info: There will be callbacks for each production following Local and NYC auditions where some may be asked to sing & dance from the show. 

Production Breakdown:

CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

Book: David Greig

Music: Marc Shaiman

Lyrics: Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman

Director/Choreographer: Christian Ryan

Associate Choreographer: TBA

Music Director: TBA

First Rehearsal: Nov 9, 2026

Opening: Nov 28, 2026

Closing: Jan 3, 2027

SEEKING:

CHARLIE BUCKET: Age 9-17. Sweet, smart, hopeful and loving. Vocal range: F5-G#3

AUGUSTUS GLOOP: Rampantly over-active. Male. Vocal range: G5-Bb3

VERUCA SALT: Vicious and determined. Female. Vocal range: Db5-Ab4

VIOLET BEAUREGARDE: Confident, forward, and full of attitude. Female. Vocal range: F#5-C#4

MIKE TEAVEE: A fireplug with a ridiculous amount of energy. Vocal range: Bb4-G3

ENSEMBLE: (Various Ranges) (Various Ages) Seeking dynamic actors who can portray Grandparents, Reporters, Umpa-Loompas, etc. 

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER

Book: Rick Elice

Director: TBA

Associate Director: TBA 

Music Director: Kennedy McAlister

First Rehearsal: Feb 15, 2027

Opening: March 3, 2027

Closing: March 21, 2027

SEEKING:

MOLLY ASTER: A young girl and Starcatcher apprentice who is taken as precious cargo. Female, 13 to 25.

BOY/PETER: A lonely and hardened orphan. Nameless, homeless, and friendless and a hero by the end. Male, 13 to 25.

PRENTISS: An orphan, ambitious, hyper articulate, and logical. Age 13 to 25.

TED: An orphan obsessed with food. A natural performer with easy wit. Age 13 to 25

A CHORUS LINE

Book: James Kirkwood & Nicholas Dante

Music: Marvin Hamlisch

Lyrics: Edward Kleban

Director/Choreographer: Christian Ryan

Associate Choreographer: Hannah Catanoso

Music Director: Val Zvinyatstovsky

First Rehearsal: April 19, 2027

Opening: May 8, 2027

Closing: May 30, 2027

SEEKING:

LOIS: (C4-Eb5) Ballet, non-speaking. Understudies multiple roles.

TRICIA: (Bb3-Db5)  Solo. Jazz/Ballet. Understudies multiple roles.

VICKI: (C4-Eb5) California-blonde type. She has not had any ballet training nor done any Broadway shows. She is only able to get through the jazz combination with Larry demonstrating in front of the group. Understudies multiple roles.

BUTCH: (C3-Eb4) Has a bit of an attitude. He is unable to correct his mistake in the first boys' combination. Non-speaking. Understudies multiple roles.

FRANK: (C3-Eb4) Continually looks at his feet while dancing. He wears a headband. Non-speaking.  Understudies multiple roles.

TOM: (C3-Eb4) He does not speak but is seen mouthing the counts during both combinations. Non-speaking.  Understudies multiple roles.

ROY: (C3-Eb4) Has only had one year of ballet training and continually brings his arms on the wrong downbeat.  Understudies multiple roles.

TO SUBMIT:

Please send headshot, resume and any available vocal & dance reels to: casting@mediatheatre.org. The deadline to submit is Monday, July 20, 2026. Please list the subject line as: TEEN AUDITION- {Last Name} {Equity/Nonequity}. Appointment slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Audition slots are 5 minutes total. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your audition time.

The Media Theatre is committed to highlighting all voices across all areas of identity, including but not limited to differences in race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, and/or national origin. The Media Theatre highly encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. 

Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to audition.