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Set Designer and Devisor/Performer
Spellbound Theatre is seeking two new members of the Lullaby Land team for Devising Phase Three: a Set Designer and a Devisor/Performer.
About the Project:
Lullaby Land celebrates the diversity of languages in our city and mirrors the diversity of artists in the Spellbound ensemble, as we seek to develop Spellbound’s commitment to anti-racism both internally and with our audiences. This show, for 3-6 year olds and their caregivers, takes the universal experience of falling asleep and creates a magical, musical, and mysterious exploration of lullabies in different languages and aesthetics from regions across the world. Lullaby Land is a devised theater project, which means that it was created by artists, or devisors, collaboratively through collective improvisation and play without an original script.
About the Project:
Lullaby Land celebrates the diversity of languages in our city and mirrors the diversity of artists in the Spellbound ensemble, as we seek to develop Spellbound’s commitment to anti-racism both internally and with our audiences. This show, for 3-6 year olds and their caregivers, takes the universal experience of falling asleep and creates a magical, musical, and mysterious exploration of lullabies in different languages and aesthetics from regions across the world. Lullaby Land is a devised theater project, which means that it was created by artists, or devisors, collaboratively through collective improvisation and play without an original script.
Lullaby Land Set Designer
Salary: $800
Responsible to: Director/Devisor and Producer
Key Collaborator: Puppet Designer
Contract length: Late February - May 3, 2025
Location: New York City / Remote work
Purpose of Role:
The Set Designer will be responsible for all aspects of designing and building sets for Spellbound Theatre’s new mainstage show, Lullaby Land. The set designer will report to the Director and the Producer of this production and work closely with the Puppet Designer to ensure cohesiveness between the puppets and the aesthetic world of the show.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Qualifications
How to Apply
Please send your resume, work samples and a short blurb explaining why you are interested in joining the Lullaby Land team to [email protected] by December 10th.
Responsible to: Director/Devisor and Producer
Key Collaborator: Puppet Designer
Contract length: Late February - May 3, 2025
Location: New York City / Remote work
Purpose of Role:
The Set Designer will be responsible for all aspects of designing and building sets for Spellbound Theatre’s new mainstage show, Lullaby Land. The set designer will report to the Director and the Producer of this production and work closely with the Puppet Designer to ensure cohesiveness between the puppets and the aesthetic world of the show.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- To design and oversee the purchase and/or construction of scenic elements
- To attend remote pre-production meetings to flesh out the needs of the set and create a plan for production
- To create detailed, clean and high quality drawings/diagrams of the set. These drawings will be crucial to rendering technical specs for future productions
- To have some set prototypes ready by the beginning of rehearsals on Monday, April 28, 2025
- To have all set design deliverables ready and implemented into the showcase space by Friday, May 2, so the space is ready for the Lullaby Land Phase Three Showcase on Saturday, May 3, 2025
- To instruct the Stage Manager on how to pre-set the props and any other elements of the set design
- To provide most of the tools and other specific equipment needed to create the set pieces. Spellbound does not have access to a shop
- To source materials within the agreed upon budget with the Producer
- To create set pieces that are lightweight and easy to fold for tight storage purposes
- To work collaboratively with the Director, Puppet Designer, and Producer to execute Spellbound’s vision
- Subject to other commitments, the Stage Manager and Producer will be available to assist the designer
Qualifications
- One year of experience as a set designer in similar theatre projects
- Strong aesthetic sense and ability to interpret the vision of Spellbound Theatre and the Director
- Ability to source lightweight materials for low cost, including thrift stores, Materials for the Arts, recycled materials, etc.
- Technical skills needed to create detailed drawings/documentation of the set design
- Strong collaborative skills needed to work with a team of Designers, Producers and Directors
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ideally, candidates will have experience using CAD software such as Vectorworks or SketchUp to create technical drawings and ensure the longevity of the Lullaby Land set. If you have these skills, Spellbound Theatre is open to negotiating an additional stipend.
How to Apply
Please send your resume, work samples and a short blurb explaining why you are interested in joining the Lullaby Land team to [email protected] by December 10th.
Lullaby Land Devisor/Performer
Salary: $1,050
Responsible to: Director
Contract length: April 28 - May 3, 2025
Location: In-person New York City / Location TBD
Purpose of Role:
The Devisor/Performer will create movement and singing as per the direction of the Director in Spellbound Theatre’s new mainstage show, Lullaby Land. The Devisor will enter the development process in its third phase, so much of the narrative/script will be solidified upon the first rehearsal. The Devisor will be present during the entire weeklong rehearsal process and perform in the culminating showcase.
Devise Lullaby Land Phase 3 (Timing subject to change slightly)
Qualifications for Devisor/Performer:
How to Apply
Please send your resume and short blurb explaining why you are interested in joining the Lullaby Land team to [email protected] by December 10th.
Responsible to: Director
Contract length: April 28 - May 3, 2025
Location: In-person New York City / Location TBD
Purpose of Role:
The Devisor/Performer will create movement and singing as per the direction of the Director in Spellbound Theatre’s new mainstage show, Lullaby Land. The Devisor will enter the development process in its third phase, so much of the narrative/script will be solidified upon the first rehearsal. The Devisor will be present during the entire weeklong rehearsal process and perform in the culminating showcase.
Devise Lullaby Land Phase 3 (Timing subject to change slightly)
- Monday, April 28, 10am - 5pm
- Tuesday April 29, 10am - 5pm
- Wednesday, April 30, 10am - 5pm
- Thursday, May 1, 10am - 5pm
- Friday, May 2, 10am - 5pm
- Saturday, May 3, 9am - 4pm
Qualifications for Devisor/Performer:
- This role requires fluency in Spanish
- Must have experience in puppetry and devised theatre; the ability to improvise and embody different big emotions and character ideas
- Experienced performer in Theatre for Young Audiences ages 3 - 6 years old
- Movement and physical theatre skills; clowning experience is a plus
- Vocal performance skills; the ability to engage with music through singing and following rhythm
- Strong collaborative spirit; ability to work closely with other Devisors and Director
- Ability to communicate effectively and support Spellbound Theatre’s creative vision
- Must be available for all rehearsals between Monday, April 28 - May 3, 2025
- Actors of Caribbean descent are specifically encouraged to apply
How to Apply
Please send your resume and short blurb explaining why you are interested in joining the Lullaby Land team to [email protected] by December 10th.