Welcome! We are so glad you are considering coming to work with Live Arts as a Director! This page will give you all the information you need to know!
Upcoming Season Information
Directing Frequently Asked Questions
how does live arts select each season?
Every show that you see on our stage comes directly from our community! Each year, we have a submission period for shows for the upcoming season. A theme is typically announced in November-December each year. Shows are then submitted by directors who would like to direct that show on the upcoming season during the submission period. Once the deadline for submissions has passed, Becca and Andre sit down, look through all the submissions, interview potential directors, and select the season. The final step is that the season is then approved by the LAT Board of Directors, typically in January. All shows must also have the licensing rights available before we can program them on a season.
how much do your directors get paid?
Right now, directors are paid a flat $100 stipend per show.
DO I need experience?
Not necessarily, but it definitely helps as directing a show is not a small task. We do tend to look for experience when hiring directors. If you don’t have experience, we highly suggest you apply for our Directing Intensive, where you will learn all the ins and outs you need to know to successfully bring your vision to life. In addition, you will have the opportunity to direct on the main stage with a mentor director the following season.
Still have questions? Reach out to LAT Co-Artistic Directors Becca Parker beccaparker@liveartstheatre.org or Andre Eaton andreeatonjr@liveartstheatre.org