RAT Theatre Job Listing at Arena Stage

["Adam Gertsacov" <kafclown@well.com>]

DRAMATURG
Arena Stage
(Washington, DC) 

DEPARTMENT Artistic
REPORTS TO Artistic Director
PERSON CURRENTLY HOLDING POSITION Vacant

PURPOSE OF POSITION Lead Arena's efforts to attract and work with the best
American writers and support the Artistic Director in the areas of literary
analysis and dramaturgy. Part of artistic team which includes the Literary
Manager, Artistic Associate and Associate Producer.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS A comprehensive knowledge of the field, excellent
writing and supervisory skills.

SKILLS REQUIRED Dramaturgy experience, knowledge of contemporary and classic
theater, especially American voices, high level writing skills.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Be a major national presence for Arena Stage's artistic ambitions.

Work closely with and support the Artistic Director, undertaking artistic
and organizational tasks as assigned.

Responsible for identifying, seeking out, attracting and keeping contact
with major established playwrights, emerging playwrights, both locally and
nationally.

Guidance and supervision as appropriate to Literary Office.

As appropriate, serve as dramaturg on Arena productions.

Participate and collaborate as part of the Artistic Team in the season
planning process, facilitating this process.

Write articles for organizational and public forums, both on productions at
Arena, new plays, and organizational initiatives.

Represent Arena Stage locally in the community and nationally in
theater-related events.

Serve as member of the Senior Leadership team.

Please send resume, references and writing samples to Anne Paine West,
Executive Office Assistant, Arena Stage, 1101 Sixth Street, SW, Washington,
DC
20024; fax 202-488-4056.