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Be a part of our incredible work in Kansas City. As the only LORT Regional theatre in town, we’re proud that our productions are created locally. The beautiful productions that you see at KCRep are made in Kansas City by Kansas Citians; productions at KCRep have been built, stitched, sold, and nurtured by people like you! From careers and volunteer opportunities to auditions and internships, there’s always something going on at KCRep, and there are many ways to be involved.

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Open Call: THE COLOR PURPLE

Book by Marsha Norman Based on the Novel by Alice Walker Music and Lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray Directed by Daniel Bryant Music Direction by Pamela Watson Choreography by Heather Himes Beal KCRep is seeking union and non-union actors/singers/dancers for The Color Purple 9-5 PM, lunch 12-1 PM Friday, April 18th Callbacks: BOTH April 21 and 22 Indulge in a world of soul-stirring music and unyielding hope with The Color Purple, the award-winning stage musical based on Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. With a rich score…

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Local EPA auditions – 2025-2026 Season

Audition Notice Local EPA auditions for the 2025-2026 Season on March 26th and 27th, 2025 10AM-6PM The Kansas City Repertory Theatre seeks members of Actors’ Equity Association for the upcoming season. Those with intersections in BIPOC, PGM, and LGBTQIA+ are also strongly encouraged to apply. Local AEA members shall have preference, EMC and non-union auditions will be scheduled as time allows. Auditions by appointment only, no phone calls, please. For an appointment please email Casting@KCRep.org KCRep Mission: To inspire, entertain, and open minds by creating transformative theatre experiences for all. KCRep…

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Audio Engineer

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DEPARTMENT: Sound POSITION: Audio Engineer REPORTS TO: Sound & Technology Director JOB TYPE: Seasonal, non-exempt, potential to renew contract SALARY RANGE: $17-$20/hr BENEFITS: Health insurance, 401K, PTO and paid holidays Kansas City Repertory Theatre, led by Artistic Director Stuart Carden is a 60-year-old regional theater and the professional theatre in residence on the UMKC campus. The company produces a subscription season of four shows, plus annual special presentations like A Christmas Carol and a community tour in the spring. Our main performance spaces are Spencer Theatre, a 550-seat thrust stage,…

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Ticketing Services Representative

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Kansas City Repertory Theatre (KCRep), the city’s largest professional / regional LORT theatre is in search of talented and friendly individuals to staff our multi-venue Box Office. The primary function of the Ticketing Services Representative is to serve as a front-facing ambassador for KCRep, assisting patrons with single ticket and subscription sales via phone, digital, and in-person communications. In addition, the Ticketing Services Representative will support and uplift KCRep’s mission, vision, and values, and demonstrate a dedication to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Anti-racism (IDEA) work.

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Production Overhires

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KCRep is looking for skilled trades and craftspeople to hire on a project/hourly basis for our 23-24 season. If you have skills in carpentry, props, costumes, sound, electrics, or experience as a dresser or production assistant (PA), we would like to put you on our overhire list. Please email production@kcrep.org with your interest. Pay is $16/hour. No phone calls, please.

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Freelance Designers

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The KCRep Production Department is looking to expand our pool of KC Metro area freelance designers (50 miles radius of KC). Whether you’re a USA designer or not, if live close to KC, we want to hear from you. Please send all resumes, portfolios, and websites to production@kcrep.org. No phone calls, please.

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Assistant and Associate Directors

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KCRep is seeking local candidates for Assistant and Associate Director positions. Applicants must reside in or have housing within Kansas City, MO, or Kansas City, KS, as travel and housing accommodations will not be provided. We strongly encourage applications from BIPOC, Global Majority, Bi-Lingual, Queer, LGBTQIA+, differently-abled, and female-identifying individuals. Associate Director The Associate Director position provides hands-on experience in both directing and the overall production process. The Associate Director will have various responsibilities based on their experience level and the needs of the production and director. Responsibilities of the…

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Patron Services

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DEPARTMENT: Marketing POSITION: Patron Services REPORTS TO: Manager, Front of House JOB TYPE: Up to 20 hours/week HOURLY RATE: Starting at $12.30/hour JOB OVERVIEW: Kansas City Repertory Theatre (KCRep), the city’s largest professional / regional LORT theatre is in search of talented and friendly individuals to join our multi-venue front of house team. The primary function of the patron services representative is to serve as a front-line ambassador for KCRep, greeting and assisting patrons with lobby functions and seating and while supporting and uplifting KCRep’s mission, vision, and values, and…

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