WE'RE HIRING!
Executive Director
The Theater Offensive
Boston, MA
The Theater Offensive is New England's premiere LGBT theater company, producing a diverse range of shows as part of its residency at the Boston Center for the Arts and executing innovative community programs for underserved populations. The Theater Offensive is seeking an entrepreneurial Executive Director with a proven record of successful fundraising. Responsibilities include:
- Building membership, major gift and sponsorship programs;
- Strategic planning and goal setting;
- Developing and managing budgets;
- Day to day operations.
Strong writing and organizational skills are essential.
Competitive salary and benefits
To Apply: No Phone calls please. E-mail or mail resume, cover letter, and salary history to:
The Theater Offensive
43 Thorndike St., Suite 14
Cambridge, MA 02141
ATTN: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SEARCH
edsearch@thetheateroffensive.org
click here to download a pdf containing all of the details
SUPPORT US!
The Theater Offensive relies on the generosity of individual donors to sustain its vital programming. No donation is too small to make a big difference! (And no donation is too big either!)
What better way to stand up for what you believe in than to roll up your sleeves and jump right in? Whether you're looking for an Internship, a Volunteer opportunity or a chance to be on stage - we have a place for you!
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We appreciate gifts in any amount! You'll be supporting the important work we do on stage and in the community, and we'll show our thanks by acknowledging your generosity in the program books at our productions!
Become a Major Donor to The Theater Offensive! Our Major Donors show their generosity and commitment to The Theater Offensive through their annual gifts of $1,000 or more. Major Donors receive the following benefits:
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Complimentary premium tickets to opening nights of The Theater Offensive shows! Donors of $5,000 and up receive a pair of tickets to the opening night of EVERY show of the season! Donors of $2,500-$4,999 receive a pair of tickets to the Out on the Edge Festival opening AND spring show. Donors of $1,000-$2,499, receive a pair of tickets to the Festival opening.
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Invitations to the staged readings performed as part of Plays as Work during the annual Out on the Edge Festival (reservations for up to four seats with 48 hours notice).
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Invitation to an annual cocktail party to honor our major donors.
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An An insider e-newsletter containing exclusive, behind-the-scenes information.
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Convenient access to additional premium tickets (best available, at full price, with 48-hour notice).
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Exchange of any tickets (for best available seating, with 48 hours notice).
Join our Wings Club -- the flexible way to support The Theater Offensive at the Major Donor level (annual membership dues of $1,200)! If you prefer not to pay the full annual membership dues of $1,200 in one payment, you can chose the convenient monthly payment option and have $100 per month automatically charged to your credit card.
Wings Club members receive the following benefits:
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Two premium tickets to the opening night of the annual Out on the Edge Festival of Queer Theater!
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Invitations to the staged readings performed as part of Plays as Work during the annual Out on the Edge Festival (reservations for up to four seats with 48 hours notice).
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Invitation to an annual Wings Members cocktail party.
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An exclusive e-newsletter containing exclusive, behind-the-scenes information.
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Convenient access to additional premium tickets (best available, at full price, with 48-hour notice).
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Exchange of any tickets (for best available seating, with 48 hours notice).
If you have any questions, need additional information, or would like to put a donation on your credit card, please contact Emily Kuhlman, Development Director, at 617-621-6090 or emily@thetheateroffensive.org.
If you prefer to mail your donation, please send it to:
Development Office
The Theater Offensive
43 Thorndike St. #14
Cambridge, MA 02141-1762
The Theater Offensive is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization as defined by the Internal Revenue Service. All donations to The Theater Offensive are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
INTERNSHIPS AT THE THEATER OFFENSIVE
"Although it was often scary to be responsible for certain things, I really appreciate that I could be trusted and that you all put your faith in me. I think it really helped me feel more a part of your organization and learn so much more...I'm already missing you." --Becca L.
Opportunities may combine several of the following areas:
- Arts programming and administration
- Community outreach & grassroots networking
- Education & LGBTQ youth
- Event production for LGBTQ youth
- Grant writing, development and fundraising
- Guerrilla street theater
- Marketing, advertising and graphic design
- Office administration
and more!
Internships are unpaid, but interns receive academic credit if desired and are eligible for invitations to free tickets at area shows, cast parties, artist receptions and visiting artist workshops. Interns may also qualify for one-of-a-kind job/school recommendations, professional referrals, community networking and organizational resources.
Applications are accepted year round on a rolling basis for 10-40 hours/week, with a one-month minimum commitment. Availability during standard business hours is preferred; some evening/weekend work possible. Experience with LGBTQ and racially diverse urban communities is a plus. LGBTQ people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Download the Internship Application PDF : APPLICATION_internship.pdf
Read sample internship positions (PDF).
BE A VOLUNTEER AT THE THEATER OFFENSIVE
Usher, distribute flyers, take photos and videos, help backstage, or pitch in at the office during the day in our marketing, development, artistic or administrative departments. Regular or intermittent weekday and weekend slots, day or evening (depending on the project) year round. You determine your commitment level, and we work with you to find volunteer tasks that you'd enjoy and that put your time to good use.
To find out more email joinus@thetheateroffensive.org or call 617-621-6090.
AUDITION WITH THE THEATER OFFENSIVE
Please mail current headshot and resume to:
THE THEATER OFFENSIVE
43 THORNDIKE ST #14
CAMBRIDGE MA 02141
ATTENTION: CASTING
No phone calls please.
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