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AUDITION NOTICE: GREASE
Deadline: Tuesday, November 22, 2022
WCT is holding auditions for the 2023 production of Grease (April 13–29, 2023 | Sagebrush Theatre), directed by James MacDonald. Auditions will occur on December 04, 2022. To be considered for this production, please read the full submission details, and apply as directed below.
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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: A Broad's Way Cabaret 2023
Deadline Extended to November 30, 2022
WCT is thrilled to be reviving our popular A Broad’s Way Cabaret in celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD). We are seeking several short acts (7minutes maximum) from local Kamloops and TNRD artists, that are inspired by IWD’s aims of leveraging women’s advancement, accelerating gender parity, reinforcing commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and celebrating women’s achievements. Types of acts might include, but are not limited to theatre, stand-up comedy, spoken word, visual art, dance and music. Please read the application details fully, and apply as instructed below.
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JOB POSTING: Assistant Technical Director, Sagebrush Theatre
Deadline: Accepting Applications Until Position is Filled
WCT is seeking a curious, inventive ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR with experience & knowledge in technical theatre, the ability to learn new systems & tools, and an interest in creative collaborations with fellow technicians, staff, volunteers and clients at the Sagebrush Theatre.
JOB POSTING: Theatre Technicians
Submissions are received on an ongoing basis, and are reviewed as received.
Western Canada Theatre (WCT) is seeking casual THEATRE TECHNICIANS to join our team at the Sagebrush and Pavilion Theatres. Our theatre Technicians are the energy and person-power behind our productions, and fill a vital role in the creation of theatre, music & dance in Kamloops. Fulfilling many tasks to support our productions, activities & workshops, the technician may be called upon to serve in a variety of capacities, in their areas of expertise or interest. This position provides a great opportunity to build skills in all aspects of technical theatre, under experienced mentors and team leaders.
JOB POSTING: Front of House Staff
Deadline: Submissions will be reviewed starting April 27, 2022 and ongoing until the role is filled
Western Canada Theatre (WCT) is searching for Part-Time/Casual FRONT OF HOUSE STAFF to support our venue operations at both the Sagebrush and Pavilion Theatres. Our House Staff are among the first staff our patrons meet and are ambassadors for our venues, WCT and our rental clients. Staff work in our lobbies, at our concession/bar, and with our volunteer usher team. Please read the full details at the link below before submitting.
Western Canada Theatre tells our stories on the traditional & unceded territory of Tk’emlúps te Secwepemc, whose people are the traditional stewards of this land. Since 1975, Western Canada Theatre has been producing innovative, entertaining, and educational theatre for audiences in Kamloops, throughout BC’s Southern Interior, and across Canada. We have grown into one of the largest producing theatres in BC and have had a remarkable impact on the national theatre landscape: producing premieres of important new Canadian and Indigenous work, training some of Canada’s finest theatre professionals, and showcasing our work and our artists across the country through touring and co-productions. We manage & operate the 700-seat Sagebrush Theatre, the 150-seat flexible configuration Pavilion Theatre, as well as our producing shops, storage & touring operations.
Western Canada Theatre is committed to diversity in the workplace and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply, and to self-identify if they so choose. We hope to receive applications from candidates with a broad range of backgrounds including, but not limited to: race, ethnicity, indigeneity, gender, gender-identification, sexual orientation, class and physical ability (though our office is currently on a second floor, and as such not wheelchair accessible). We are a parent-friendly workplace, with several parents on staff. We invite anyone with access needs or requiring accommodation in the application process to contact the Managing Director.
Western Canada Theatre is committed to the creation of a respectful work environment and supports those who have experienced or witnessed toxic behaviours. We stand up against behaviour that undermines the dignity or self- esteem of any individual, or which creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment. We invite all our Artists and Staff to partner with us in speaking up against harassment and standing together in addressing problems when they arise.
New team members are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to the start of engagement, in keeping with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
New team members may be required to submit a police information check and/or vulnerable sector check, depending on the role sought.
Kamloops is our home and is a great place to live and work. We offer you the opportunity to thrive in a city that boasts a reasonable cost of living, gorgeous terrain, active lifestyle, and, of course, the sunny weather of BC’s Southern Interior. For more information, visit Kamloops.ca