Actors Theatre

Now in its 43 rd year, the Apprentice/Intern Company is one of the nation's oldest continuing pre-professional resident training companies. The A/I Company is comprised of two distinct parts whose members work together on productions and projects throughout the season. Each year, over 2,000 young artists audition for only 20 spots in the Acting Apprentice Company. This one-of-a-kind bridge program is designed to transition recent college graduates into professional careers by teaching the practical skills necessary to be competitive in major markets, as well as methods for creating their own work. Apart from Actors Theatre's mainstage season, the Acting Apprentice Company performs its own five-show season, which culminates in a specially commissioned work in the Humana Festival of New American Plays. Members of the Intern Company work directly with department managers and staff, receiving hands-on training in administrative, technical, and/or artistic leadership. Internships are vital positions, as they take leadership roles in the development and production of A/I Company projects throughout the season and are directly involved in mainstage season productions.