GET INVOLVED!

The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center continues to host a variety of programs dedicated to the bold exploration of theater, all of which rely on the strength of our staff, interns and volunteers. The O'Neill will give you unparalleled experience in the development of new theatrical work in all of its diversity. As you consider becoming a part of our team, please take the time to familiarize yourself with our programs.

General Information
National Puppetry Conference
National Playwrights Conference
National Critics Institute
National Music Theater Conference
National Cabaret & Performance Conference
National Theater Institute

Summer Staff Positions & Internships

Every summer the O'Neill campus hums with creative energy. Actors, directors, playwrights, puppeteers, musicians, dramaturgs, designers and critics from across the world come to the O'Neill to immerse themselves in collaborative and supportive environment. Our summer staff and interns are the heart and muscle that ensure a successful summer for all.

Click here to find out specifics on opportunities and how to apply

Become A Volunteer

Here at the O'Neill, we rely every day on the generous support of our community and its citizens. We encourage you to become a part of our community, as we hope to become a vital part of yours. Listed below are several ways to be involved, but don't limit yourself to these. If you have a skill that you think may be useful to us, let us know. There is no limit to how you can help the O'Neill, so please use your imagination!

Docents - The O'Neill also owns and operates the Monte Cristo Cottage, Eugene O'Neill's childhood home, located in New London, CT. Now a National Historic Landmark, we rely on new and returning docents to guide tourists, school groups, and scholars through this jewel of American literary history. Docents are asked to commit to a consistent number of hours per month and to attend one training session.

Click here to learn more about the Monte Cristo Cottage.

General Volunteering - We regularly need assistance with our administrative duties or special event activities. There is no determined schedule for these opportunities, but we will be happy to put your name on our call list.

For more information, or to sign up to become a volunteer contact Ellen Madere, Community Relations Associate, at emadere@theoneill.org or call (860)443-5378 ext.285.

Employment

We are currently only hiring for Summer Staff positions. If interested, please see section above.

No other employment opportunities are available at this time. Please check back regularly for updates.

Participate in our Programs

Are you a student actor? Student playwright? Student director? Are you a puppeteer? Cabaret artist? Critic?

The O'Neill has unique opportunities to study with top working professionals in an unforgettable creative environment. Consider NTI's accredited summer program Theatermakers, be a National Puppetery Conference Participant, a Cabaret & Performance Conference Fellow or a National Critics Institute Fellow.

• Each program has a unique application process
• Each program has a different fee
• All programs include meals and housing

Visit these programs' websites for application instructions and more information.

• NTI Theatermakers
• National Puppetry Conference
• Cabaret & Performance Conference
• National Critics Institute
• National Theater Institute
• National Playwrights Conference
• National Musical Theater Conference

Residency

The O'Neill Center offers two six-day observership programs during the O'Neill Playwrights Conference, the Educators Observership and the Trustee Residency. Connecticut teachers and theater trustees who take part in these programs have access to rehearsals and readings of a half-dozen new plays and can witness the evolution of a play from its original read-through among the playwright and cast members until its first performance in front of an audience.
• Check here for information on the O'Neill Trustee Residency