STAFFING NOTICE: The smash-hit burlesque comedy parody The Empire Strips Back will be coming to Denver starting May 2026. NX5 Theatrical is accepting submissions for (1) Wardrobe Supervisor position.
THE SHOW: Combining comedy and dance, "The Empire Strips Back" has a cast of 11 and is both hilarious and a stunning visual treat. See www.TheEmpireStripsBack.com for more info.
POSITION SUMMARY: Wardrobe Supervisor
We are only accepting applications from Wardrobe Supervisors local to the Denver area.
PAY: $1200 Weekly, 7 Shows/Week, inclusive of up to 40 Hours/Week
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT
Load In and Tech: Wednesday, May 6 - Friday, May 8
Open: Friday, May 8
Run: Friday, May 8 - Sunday, June 14
Close: Sunday, June 14
Conflicts and needs for subs for some dates can be discussed in interview
SCHEDULE
Monday and Tuesday: Off
Wednesday: 7:30 show, 3:00 pm call
Thursday: 7:30 show, 5:30 pm call
Friday: 7:00 and 9:30 show, 5:00 pm call
Saturday: 7:00 and 9:30 show, 5:00 pm call
Sunday: 4:00 pm show, 2:00 pm call
ROLE
This position manages the day-to-day operations of the production+rsquo;s wardrobe stock and costumes and maintain the artistic integrity and vision of TESB.
Duties include:
+bull; Maintain costumes during the performance period including, but not limited to: making repairs, doing laundry, shoe polishing, latex mask and prosthetics maintenance.
+bull; Assist performers in dressing into costumes and facilitate quick changes.
+bull; Entering and exiting stage between acts to do pickups, collect costume pieces, and assist performers.
+bull; Maintain a calm, professional demeanor for performers in your care.
+bull; Fit and alter costumes for new cast members when required.
+bull; Maintain the integrity of the production+rsquo;s costume design.
+bull; Maintain inventory of sewing supplies and communicate needs in a timely manner.
(Please note: Water-based haze is used during some rehearsals and all performances.)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have:
Experience working wardrobe crew on productions
Experience working with costume machinery, hand sewing, and machine sewing
Experience working with latex, silicone and foam a plus
Must have a team-oriented personality, be respectful of others at all times, and be safety conscious for yourself and for others. Due to the nature of the production, we expect a high level of personal and professional conduct, ask that all employees abide by our production-specific HR handbook and social media guidelines.
This position consistently works: in darkened environments; with costume changes that include stooping, kneeling, or crouching; with costume machinery; ascending/descending stairs.
TO APPLY: Please send a resume with a description of your experience to katie@theempirestripsback.com and natalie@theempirestripsback.com with the exact subject line (Denver-WardrobeSupervisor).
Thank you for your interest and we encourage you to go to TheEmpireStripsBack.com for more information.
NX5 Theatrical is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. NX5 makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
