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Bartender
Job Description
Chesapeake Shakespeare Company (CSC) bartender is a part-time, hourly position with tips and works for the Audience Services Manager. CSC has two bars that are in operation simultaneously before and during events and performances. Bartenders are public representatives for the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company and as such must provide the best in customer service to our patrons. Bartenders for CSC are punctual, courteous, organized and must work well under pressure with a smile.
Primary Responsibilities
- Make sure the bar, the back bar and supply are clean and uncluttered.
- Prep bars for upcoming events and performances by setting up the bar to sell concessions: soda, snacks, coffee and alcoholic drinks. Before doors open the bartender must: make coffee ahead of time, stock all fridges and snack baskets from the supply closets and set out CSC merchandise for sale. The bartender will notify the Manager on duty of any product or supplies that are running low or are out of stock.
- Before, during and after the performances and events, the bartender will quickly retrieve and pour drinks that the patrons request in addition to any snacks they may want.
- The bartender will quickly and accurately ring up all patron sales; credit card or cash sales.
- The bartender will make sure that anyone requesting an alcoholic beverage is 21 years of age or older by asking for the proper identification.
- The bartender will keep their bar clean and tidy during their shift. They will also clean up the bar and clear it off before leaving for the night.
Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Previous retail and/or bartending experience preferred but not required.
- Experience with handling cash and cash registers preferred experience with Square a plus.
- Must be able to lift 30 pounds and stand for long periods of time.
- The schedule will be mostly evenings and weekends; must have a flexible schedule.
Application Instructions
Submit a resume to Jobs@chesapeakeshakespeare.com. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about CSC, please explore this website. No phone calls, please.
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Chesapeake Shakespeare Company is seeking adult non-equity actors for our Summer 2025 productions.
We are holding in person auditions as well as accepting virtual auditions for…
- Julius Caesar directed by Marcus Kyd with performances outdoors in Ellicott City
- It’s the Comedy of Errors, Hon! directed by Seamus Miller with performances at various outdoor locations in Maryland with Shakespeare Beyond. Shakespeare Beyond is CSC’s traveling Shakespeare Wagon bringing free Shakespeare to every corner of Maryland.
Auditions will be held on
Sunday, January 5th 10am - 4pm
Monday, January 6th 3pm - 9pm
Seeking
Actors of any race or ethnicity, any gender or gender expression, or any age (18+). Performers of all races and ethnicities are encouraged to submit as CSC is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in its casting practices.
The roles of Julius Cesar, Brutus, and Cassius are precast.
All roles are open for Shakespeare Beyond.
Julius Caesar Production Information
Most rehearsals and all performances will take place at the Patapsco Female Institute, a partially rebuilt historical site, located in Ellicott City, Maryland. There may be some rehearsals at Chesapeake Shakespeare’s theater in downtown Baltimore.
Rehearsals are in the evenings Monday-Thursday and 11am-4pm Saturday and Sunday.
Performances are Thursday (7:00pm), Friday (8pm), Saturday (8pm), and Sunday (6pm).
Please note that rehearsals and performances will take place outdoors. Precautions pertaining to staying hydrated, sun protection, and bug spray should be a consideration of the artist and are at the performer’s discretion.
If inclement weather occurs while actors are on site, an “all hands on deck” approach is used and actors may be asked to help.
Compensation is a minimum of $2800.
First rehearsal: May 12
Tech: June 7-10
Previews: June 11, 12
Opening: June 13
Closing: July 20
Possible Extension: July 25-27
It’s the Comedy of Errors, Hon! Production Information
The 2025 Shakespeare Beyond tour spans the State of Maryland with 75% of performances within one hour of Baltimore. 25% of performances are more than an hour outside Baltimore. There will be approximately five days of overnight travel (housing provided for these dates). Outdoor touring requires a positive outlook and patience for dealing with the unexpected. Hearty souls preferred.
Regular Rehearsals May 12-June 6. Must be available Monday through Thursday 7:00pm-10:30pm, weekends 10:00am-6:00pm. Most rehearsals will take place at CSC’s downtown Baltimore location. Tech and all performances will be outdoors.
Tech Rehearsals June 7-June 15. Must be available 4:00pm-11:00pm.
Performances are June 17 - Aug 17. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays are regularly scheduled performances. Wednesday, Friday and Sunday are rain dates to make up for weather cancellations. Mondays are always off. Must be available 4:00pm-11:00pm on performance days.
New Full Company Members' responsibilities include rigorous set up and strike responsibilities. Actors will also have crew duties.
Regular rehearsal period pay is $350/week. Tech week and performance weeks pay $600/week.
There may be a few positions available for partial company members that don't include technical responsibilities for less pay.
Means of transportation is required.
Audition information
Auditions will be held on Sunday January 5, 10:00am-4pm and Monday January 6, 3pm-9pm in our theater space at 7 S Calvert St., Baltimore, MD 21202.
Auditions are by appointment only. No walk ups or walk ins will be seen.
Please prepare one classical comedic and one classical dramatic monologue.
Callbacks are TBD.
Note: If you are not offered a call back, that DOES NOT mean you are no longer in consideration. Future callbacks or auditions will be scheduled at the discretion of the creative team.
If you would like to sign up for an audition slot, email auditions@chesapeakeshakespeare.com with the subject line “Summer 2025 Audition Request”. Please include your headshot, resume, and any access or accessibility needs along with your request. You can also indicate a preferred range of time that is convenient for you. You will then receive confirmation with further instructions and protocol about the day. No phone calls, please.
If you are unable to attend either audition day and would like to submit a virtual audition, please also contact auditions@chesapeakeshakespeare.com to request information on submitting a self tape.
PERFORMANCE USHER: This is the most common volunteer option. Help us welcome in our patrons to both our Downtown Theatre on Calvert Street, and our summer outdoor venue at the PFI Historic Park in Ellicott City, MD. Duties for the downtown location include but are not limited to scanning tickets, checking vaccination or health records, showing patrons to their seats, handing out parking vouchers and wine slips, and greeting our patrons as they arrive. At our outdoor location, we also ask volunteers that are able to help set up and take down folding chairs for each performance.
EDUCATION EVENTS: Assist the education team as they usher in Baltimore area students for our 10am student matinees. These events are not ticketed and are set up in accordance with school curriculum to introduce young audiences to the magic of Shakespeare. Performances are often only 90 minutes and include a Q & A session following. Other Educational opportunities may include events located in our Studio space around the corner from the theatre on Redwood street. This space plays host to the Black Classical Acting Ensemble as well as CSC Summer Camps and Classes.
GENERAL OFFICE HELP: A few times a season we may need help folding, stuffing, and sealing envelopes for large business or development mailings. This is a fun way to get to know the staff and help us grow our reach in Baltimore and beyond!
DISTRIBUTING POSTERS/FLYERS: Occasionally we will want to place a poster of our show or stacks of postcards within various neighborhoods to reach an audience that may not know us yet. Often, you might live or work in that area and can ask local businesses to place these posters or postcards in an approved location where patrons can access them. This opportunity is arranged with the consent of our marketing department to targeted neighborhoods decided on a show-by-show basis.
If you are interested in any of the above-mentioned opportunities, please email volunteer@chesapeakeshakespeare.com. We’d love to have you support our team.