Opportunities with Barter Theatre

Organizational Overview

Barter Theatre is a repertory company of resident artists dedicated to serving others by creating world-class theater in the heart of Appalachia with an operating budget of $6M. Barter’s vision is to maintain a sustainable model of producing world-class theater that entertains, engages, and connects artists and audience, while reflecting the inherently Appalachian values of hard work, generosity, service, and story. Barter produces musicals, classic plays, and new work March-December including the nationally renowned initiatives Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights and Black Stories Black Voices. 

PRODUCTION

STAGE CARPENTER (SMITH)

Barter Theatre seeks a Stage Carpenter to be a part of the backstage crew in Barter Theatre’s Smith Theatre. The Smith Stage Carpenter reports to the technical director and leads the rep crew in changing over the scenery from one show to another. This is a seven-week seasonal contract lasting from 7/6/26 – 8/23/26.

Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment

Equal employment opportunity and an inclusive and representative staff are fundamental at Barter Theater. Our employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/preference, political position, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established under law.