Work With Us

Join a team dedicated to producing professional-quality theatre that inspires and engages audiences. Our work brings meaningful stories to the stage that spark conversation and celebrate Jewish culture and values.

As part of our organization, you’ll collaborate with passionate individuals committed to creating impactful artistic experiences. If you’re driven by creativity and purpose, you’ll find a rewarding environment where your contributions truly matter.

Volunteer Internships Employment Theatre Rental

Audition

The White Theatre at The J is a community performing arts venue producing high-quality shows year-round. We welcome performers of all experience levels, from first-time auditioners to seasoned professionals. As a community theatre that collaborates with professional partners, we value excellence, inclusivity, and creativity. We actively seek diverse talent from across the Kansas City area.

Get more information on our Auditions page.

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Volunteer at The White Theatre

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with The White Theatre. Please review the list of volunteer opportunities before completing our volunteer form.

Usher

No performance at The White Theatre could happen without our incredible volunteer ushers, who ensure a safe and welcoming experience for our patrons.

Ushers act as hosts and support performances by handing out programs, seating patrons, scanning tickets, assisting with the box office, selling concessions, and creating a warm theatre-going experience for our audience members.

Ushers generally arrive one hour before performances, are asked to dress professionally and respectfully, and will be given an Usher badge to wear during the performance.

Ushers also receive complimentary tickets to performances that they volunteer at.

Backstage Crew & Scene Shop

Those who are interested in volunteering to support our technical and production teams can do so in a variety of ways. This includes: building and painting scenery, organizing props and backstage spaces, assisting with load-ins and strikes, and helping performances run smoothly backstage.

Volunteer opportunities vary throughout the season, and may take place during daytime, evening, or weekend hours depending on production schedules. No prior theatre experience is required for many opportunities — just a willingness to learn, collaborate, and be part of the creative process.

If you have any questions, please contact our Box Office via email or at 913-327-8054.

Internships

The White Theatre at The J is committed to supporting the next generation of theatre artists, administrators, and arts leaders through meaningful internship opportunities. Interns gain hands-on experience working alongside professional staff and artists in a collaborative, creative environment. This is an excellent chance to grow your resume!

Internship opportunities may be available in areas including artistic programming, directing, stage management, production, technical theatre, and arts administration. Opportunities vary throughout the season and may be tailored to student interests, school requirements, and career goals.

Students and emerging professionals interested in learning more about internship opportunities are encouraged to contact us for current availability and application information.

To share your interest, please contact Production Manager Emilie Kodanaz via email with the following information:

Resume
General area of interest/focus
Your timeline of availability for your internship

Employment

The White Theatre at The J is excited about connecting with talented and passionate theatre professionals who want to help bring exceptional productions to life.

We welcome inquiries from individuals interested in backstage and run crew positions, scenic construction and painting in the scene shop, and production team roles such as directors, designers, choreographers, music directors, and stage managers.

Employment and production opportunities vary throughout the season based on the needs of each show and production schedule. Artists, technicians, and theatre professionals interested in future opportunities are encouraged to reach out and share their experience, areas of interest, and resume or portfolio materials.

To share your interest, please contact Production Manager Emilie Kodanaz via email with the following information: