This programme is open to High School/First year university students aged 16 years and up interested in working behind the scenes as a Theatre technician at this summer's 2024 Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival.  Successful applicants work alongside seasoned Fringe technicians and the Technical Director, Thomas Hall, in venue set up, tech rehearsals, running/tech’ing a show, and venue strike.  In addition to mentorship and training, Junior Techs receive a small honorarium of $200 for a two week stint, commencing Monday, July 29 @ 8 am and going until end of day (around 6 pm) Sunday, August 11, 2024.  Festival run dates are Friday, August 2 to Saturday, August 10, 2024.

Past Junior Techs have gone on to fulfill their career in Technical Services within the performing arts, with some becoming full fledged Calgary Fringe Theatre Venue Technicians; something we are very proud of!

OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE:

**JUNIOR THEATRE TECHNICIAN (4 positions available) - Assists in venue set-up, tech rehearsals, running/tech'ing the live performance, and striking the venues at the conclusion of the Festival.  Junior Fringe Theatre Venue Technicians learn how to manage and properly set up theatrical lighting, staging, sound, and pipes n' drape.  Fringe Theatre Venue Technicians typically double as Stage Managers as Fringe shows themselves are streamlined and highly portable to facilitate fast set-ups and tear downs between performances.  Junior Fringe Theatre Venue Technicians are given the opportunity to 'run the tech' for performances on their own, as determined in coordination with the supervising Fringe Theatre Venue Technician.    

ABOUT THE CALGARY FRINGE ...

The Calgary Fringe celebrates creative freedom by providing artists and the community at large unique opportunities to participate in affordable, inclusive, unbiased theatre; it is a place that encourages creative ideas, innovative thinking, open dialogue, and meaningful exchange. When all people are included and see themselves reflected in our mission, we can transform our communities, our institutions, and our world into better places for everyone.  ALL ARE WELCOME!

TO APPLY:

Please fill out the application below.  SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS END OF DAY MAY 31, 2024.

If this application process poses barriers to you, please email Michele Gallant (she/her), Executive Director at michele@calgaryfringe.ca to discuss an alternative method of application as soon as possible.