Shop Supervisor:
The historic Cape Playhouse in Dennis, MA- the oldest continuously operating summer
theater in America- is accepting resumes for a Shop Supervisor for our 2026 Summer
Season which includes Nat Zegree's Mozart to Pop Chart, Into the Woods, Hairspray, Mean
Girls, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and various smaller events throughout
the summer. The rate for this position is $17-19.00/hour commensurate with experience. This
is a full time position with opportunity for overtime after 40 hours per week.
This contract begins on May 4th and ends on September 27th. There is some flexibility to
start and end dates. Housing may be provided.
The Shop Supervisor is responsible for aiding in all elements of scenic engineering,
construction, rigging and helping lead load-ins and strikes typical of a traditional summer
theater. The Shop Supervisor will also be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all
shop tools and materials. They will ensure that the shop is organized, adequately stocked,
and safe. They will work with the ATD and Lead Carpenter to ensure that the shop staff
are using tools properly and efficiently. They will work with the Lead Carpenter to
determine and collect all tools/materials necessary for each changeover and ensure that
they are returned back to the shop in a timely manner. The Shop Supervisor reports to the
Technical Director.
The Cape Playhouse values collaboration, hard-work, compassion, and creativity. Applicant
must have excellent communication skills and be a team player. Ability to read drafts and
follow plans is required. Experience in a professional shop is recommended. Experience in
welding (MIG) is preferred. Shop Supervisor must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
and perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting, bending, standing,
climbing.
The Cape Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or
any other characteristic protected by law.
Those interested in applying should send a cover letter, resume and contact info for three
references to: hiring@capeplayhouse.com with subject line "Shop Supervisor: [Your Last
Name]." Application by email only, no phone calls please. Please indicate in your email if
you need housing and if there are any restrictions to your availability.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 16, 2026.