Job Summary

The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University is a leading force in American theater, producing groundbreaking work in Cambridge and beyond. A.R.T. produces a mainstage subscription season, as well as additional artistic projects, which expand the boundaries of theater by transforming the ways in which work is developed, programmed, produced, and contextualized, always including the audience as a partner. A.R.T. produces a broad range of theatrical entertainment including new works, pre-Broadway premieres, co-productions and transfers, and international tours.

Through groundbreaking and transformational theatrical experiences, A.R.T. believes that theater has the power to heal and imagine collective pathways forward. A.R.T. affirms and celebrates a multitude of perspectives and experiences that reflect the diversity of our country and world and is dedicated to making a welcoming and accessible space for people of any identity, background, or ability.

As the professional theater on the campus of Harvard University, A.R.T. is committed to the collaborative and creative exchange among a wide range of academic departments, institutions, students, and faculty members. A.R.T. plays a central role in Harvard+rsquo;s undergraduate Theater, Dance + Media concentration and also mentors students in the Harvard Radcliffe Dramatic Club at the Loeb Drama Center.

Under the guidance of the Costume Manager and with Assistant Costume Manager, the Staff Draper will assist in research, development, garment construction, fittings, build process, altering, quick rigging, and storing for A.R.T. Costume productions. The position is primarily responsible for in-house costume construction and finishing of outside work from private contractors and/or commercial costume businesses as assigned per Costume Management team. The Staff Draper supervises the Term First Hand and the Term Stitcher. Other duties include assisting in supervision of over-hire employees as needed during building process and tech. Performs related tasks as assigned by the Costume Manager for the operation and maintenance of the Costume Department.

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