The historic Cape Playhouse in Dennis, MA - the oldest continuously operating summer theater in America- is accepting resumes for a Props Artisan 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 $16-18.00/hour commensurate with experience. This is a full time position with opportunity for overtime after 40 hrs in a week.

This contract begins on May 18th and ends on September 6th. There is some flexibility to start and end dates. Housing may be provided.

The Props Artisan reports to the Props Supervisor.

* Assist in all elements of property and set construction.
* Generate and maintain all necessary paperwork including but not limited to production specific props lists, inventory lists, or schedules.
* Attend and aid assigned department during load-ins and strikes.
* Assist the Props Supervisor in finding and obtaining props.
* Assist the Props Supervisor in overseeing apprentices and other relevant staff in a manner that is safe and exemplifies proper usage of shop tools/materials.
* Shop staff are required to wear appropriate work clothing. Open toe shoes are not permitted. Hair reaching the shoulder must be tied back. All safety equipment, Including goggles, gloves, masks, ear plugs, must be worn at all applicable times set forth by the Production Manager and Technical Director.
* All employees are responsible for checking their email daily and communicating directly with their Department Head and production management to report issues with performances or maintenance of the shop.
* Adhere to all safety practices and procedures set forth by Production Management and/or the Technical Director.

The Cape Playhouse values collaboration, hard-work, compassion, and creativity. Applicant must have excellent communication skills and be a team player. 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 +ldquo;Props Artisan: [Your Last Name]" as the subject line. 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.