Graham Smith Acting Fellowship 

 

In honor of the memory of beloved company member Graham Smith, People’s Light is proud to announce the inaugural Graham Smith Acting Fellowship. 

 

People’s Light will provide comprehensive support for one outstanding early to mid-career actor who has demonstrated a commitment to a career in the theater. Applicants must be curious, generous, eager to learn and excited to immerse themselves fully in the life of an award-winning regional theater. The Fellowship will guarantee at least one role and understudy roles in our 22/23 Season, mentorship from senior artists, and significant contact with actors, directors, designers, administrators, and teachers. This is a full-time position which runs August 2022 through May 2023. Female identifying Latinx diaspora artists who have completed an undergraduate or graduate or non-degree professional actor training program are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: July 31, 2022

 

Compensation Package Includes:

•  $625/week through payroll

•  Free onsite studio apartment with a shared bathroom

•  One guaranteed role & understudying opportunities in the 22/23 season on AEA contract

•  Free Health insurance benefits for the duration of fellowship

•  Professional development, mentorship from People’s Light staff members

 

 

To Be Eligible For Consideration, Applicants Must:

•  Have completed a course of study in acting training (undergraduate, graduate or formal non-degree)

•  Demonstrate a proven commitment to acting at their profession 

•  Relocate to People’s Light in Malvern, Pennsylvania for the length of the fellowship

 

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
People’s Light is an equal opportunity employer. We work to cultivate a deep and wide reach in order to connect with prospective employees who have varied experiences and skills, a collaborative attitude, and the capacity and desire for growth.

 

NON-DISCRIMINATION HIRING POLICY
People’s Light seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to create an antiracist, socially just, and inclusive presence in Chester County and our surrounding community. People’s Light does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Applicants from populations historically underrepresented in the theatre field are strongly encouraged to apply.