ACADEMY INTERNSHIPS

Interns are vital to LCP’s Academy, gaining hands-on experience in performance, technical, and directorial fields. Through mentorship from our Academy team, interns develop leadership skills while guiding the next generation of students.

TO APPLY
Applicants must be in grades 8th-12th grade, have experience working with youth, and exhibit the following qualities: Respectful, Passionate, Collaborative, Positive, Responsible, and Motivated.

Application Deadlines

• Anastasia (Musical) & Fall Classes: August 23rd, 2025

• Sense & Sensibility (Play) & Winter Classes: December 1st, 2025

• Spring Classes: March 15th, 2026

• Summer Camps & Productions: May 1st, 2026

INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE

Completion of at least one Production Workshop with the Academy is recommended for the following:

Classroom Intern

• Assist instructors with classroom activities and student engagement.

• Help facilitate warm-ups and exercises for students.

• Provide support for younger students during rehearsals and workshops.

• Organize materials and classroom spaces before and after sessions.

• Serve as a mentor and role model for Academy students.

Direction Intern

• Participate in casting.

• Assist in daily acting workshops.

• Facilitate the rehearsal process.

• Attend all production meetings and performances.

• Reset production elements following performances to maintain a clean run space and encourage positive behavior on and off stage.

Choreography Intern

• Work closely with the production choreographer to learn, rehearse, and clean dances within the productions.

• Assist with auditions.

• Attend all performances and participate in the physical warm-up of the cast, including rehearsal of high choreography.

• Reset production elements following performances to maintain a clean run space and encourage positive behavior on and off stage.

Completion of at least one Tech Workshop with the Academy is recommended for the following:

Stage Management & Assistant Stage Management Interns

• Responsible for the timing and documentation of rehearsals and calling of shows, including running sound for performances.

• Assist with auditions.

• Organize and track props throughout rehearsals and performances.

• Help with prop transitions during shows.

• Reset production elements following performances to maintain a clean run space and encourage positive behavior on and off stage.

Technical Intern

• Assist the props master in creating and maintaining props for productions.

• Attend all production meetings.

• Set and run lights for all performances.

• Reset production elements following performances to maintain a clean run space, and encourage positive behavior on and off stage.

Costume Intern

• Assist the costume designer in creating and maintaining costumes for productions.

• Attend all production meetings.

• Organize and track costumes throughout rehearsals and performances.

• Help with quick changes and prop transitions during shows.

• Reset costume elements following performances to maintain an organized space, and encourage positive behavior on and off stage.

BENEFITS OF INTERNSHIP

• Service Learning & Internship Hours – Documented hours to meet Student Service Learning or internship requirements.

• Professional Training – Extensive hands-on experience with professional theatre artists and leadership development.

• Flexible Scheduling – Opportunities that fit around school and extracurricular commitments.

• Networking Opportunities – Connect with industry professionals, educators, and fellow theatre enthusiasts.

• Mentorship – Receive guidance and feedback from experienced directors, choreographers, and technicians.

• College & Career Preparation – Build a strong resume and develop valuable skills for future theatre or education careers.

• Confidence & Communication Skills – Enhance public speaking, leadership, and teamwork abilities.

• Problem-Solving & Adaptability – Learn to think quickly and creatively in a fast-paced environment.

• Creativity & Artistic Growth – Explore different aspects of theatre production and discover new interests.

• Scholarship Opportunities – Qualification to apply for one of two $1000 scholarships given out annually by Lake Country Playhouse & Academy.

• Stronger Community Engagement – Give back by mentoring younger students and fostering a love for the arts.

• A Fun & Supportive Environment – Work alongside the Academy Team and be part of an inspiring creative community!