Staff at Bell Shakespeare enjoy a creative and supportive workplace, that encourages collaboration and inspiration.
As part of the Bell Shakespeare team, you will:
- Receive complimentary tickets to all Bell Shakespeare productions
- Receive ongoing professional development
- Be based in a spectacular location at the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct
- Have the opportunity to work with major performing arts venues, including Sydney Opera House, Arts Centre Melbourne and Canberra Theatre Centre
- have access to special opportunities and discounts within the arts, as they arise.
Unless otherwise stated in a job description, all staff are based at our headquarters in Sydney, NSW.
Bell Shakespeare is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse staff. In line with this commitment, we will prioritise applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, mature age workers, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and LGBTQIA+ people. We believe that Shakespeare is for all.
Current Vacancies
General Auditions
General Auditions are an opportunity for us to meet with actors who are new to the company.
We are not auditioning for roles; instead, these auditions are an opportunity for actors to connect with Bell Shakespeare for consideration across future seasons and education work.
We are looking for actors who:
- are over 18 years of age
- have three years training at drama school or equivalent professional experience
- have not been employed as an actor in a mainstage Bell Shakespeare production or education ensemble (The Players)
- have not auditioned for the company in the previous three years
- can make it to an in-person audition on the dates specified below
General auditions are an open process where we will see as many actors as possible, but given the restrictions of time and resources, please note that not all applicants will be guaranteed an audition slot. If you have worked on a mainstage theatre production in Sydney we will likely have seen your work so do not be disheartened if we don’t call you in.
An individual form for each applicant must be submitted. Please see submissions section at end of this document.
It takes diversity of thought, culture, background, and perspective to make Shakespeare accessible to all Australians. We strongly encourage actors with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to apply.
Details
We will host six days of auditions in total in 2024. There will be four days of auditions in our rehearsal rooms at Pier 2/3 in Sydney and two days at The Malthouse in Melbourne:
Thursday 2 and Friday 3 May 2024
Tower
The Malthouse
113 Sturt Street
Southbank VIC 3006
Tuesday 30 July, Thursday 1, Thursday 8, and Friday 9 August 2024
The Neilson Nutshell
Pier 2/3, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct
1/13a Hickson Road
Dawes Point NSW 2000
When you complete the submission form, you will be asked to select the location that is most convenient for you and your preferred date.
For those we do invite to audition, we will assign you a specific timeslot. We will not be able to accommodate requests for alternative times due to the volume of audition sessions being co-ordinated.
What to prepare
Please prepare ONE Shakespeare monologue of your choosing.
What to expect
The audition is a short session and a chance for us to get a sense of your work and who you are as an artist. It’s also a chance for you to meet some of our Artistic team members. Running our auditions are Associate Director James Evans and Artistic Administrator Emily Stokes. We’ll start by having a chat to introduce ourselves and get to know you. Then we’ll ask you to present your monologue. We may ask to see the monologue one or two more times and give you direction.
Deadline
Applications close at midnight on Friday 5 April 2024.
Submissions
Please complete the submission form with all details requested by the deadline.
Forms that do not contain all requested materials cannot be considered.
Complete the Expression of Interest Form Here or copy and paste this link into your browser: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/bdbf378e64284f05858d5102a7e7fc71
Expression of Interest – Casual Crew
Are you a dedicated individual with a deep passion for the performing arts? Do you thrive in a behind-the-scenes role, helping to create unforgettable theatrical and event experiences? If so, we want to hear from you!
Bell Shakespeare is currently seeking expressions of interest from talented individuals to join our casual crew. We are looking for individuals with various skills; ranging from Lighting, Audio, General Mechanist and General production support. If you have a love for theatre and a desire to contribute to the creative process, this is the opportunity for you.
Bell Shakespeare is Australia's premier theatre company dedicated to producing and promoting the work of William Shakespeare. With a focus on innovative productions, national tours, education programs and engaging with diverse audiences, Bell Shakespeare aims to bring the genius of Shakespeare to life and make it accessible to all.
Now residing in our state-of-the-art headquarters at Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Bell Shakespeare offers a wide range of projects and experiences for theatre crew.
Bell Shakespeare is an Equal Opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and culturally and linguistically diverse applicants are encouraged to apply for these positions.
How to Apply
If you are interested in crewing at Bell Shakespeare’s headquarters on various shows and events, please complete this form.
One application per person, applicants can select multiple roles. For further information or questions please email hr@bellshakespeare.com.au