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PRODUCTION

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Design

The Festival is implementing a more conscious lead in training and mentoring new assistant designers in our industry. The design department recognizes the importance of its role in fostering and educating newer designers and is an ideal position of pairing senior and skilled designers as mentors to those who are newer to the theatre.

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Bijoux

The Bijoux Department at the Stratford Festival provides touches that finish the costumes and help create a mood or character.

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Boots & Shoes

The Boots and Shoes department is responsible for all of the footwear required for each show, as well as other leatherwork such as gaiters and spats. They also provide belts and weapon...

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Changeovers

Planning set changeovers at the Festival, and how one set will be removed and another added to the stage, is part of the initial design process.

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Lighting & Projections

Technicians who are members of IATSE Local 357 are responsible for the implementation of the designer's design: the programming, building, hanging and focusing of these

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Millinery

The millinery department creates three-dimensional wearable art based on the designs of each designer.

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Properties

From armour to zebra rugs and everything in between: a team of multi-talented props builders and a knowledgeable buyer support the properties needs of Stratford Festival plays...

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Sound

The Sound Department incorporates a wide variety of skills among numerous positions that are responsible for creating the audience’s aural experience.

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Scenic Shop

The Festival Scenic Shop employs the carpenters, welders, scenic artists and automation experts who bring set designs to life.

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Stage Management

Stage Management endeavors to create a happy, efficient and safe environment in which our artists and productions can flourish. *Extended Access Required

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Stage & Props

The Head Stage Carpenter is responsible for maintenance and repairs of the stage facility. The Head Property person duties include weapon maintenance, food and drink...

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Wigs and Makeup Department

The Wigs and Makeup department provides hair and makeup to help realize the designer's vision and help transform actors into the characters they play.

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Wardrobe

The Wardrobe Department produces and supplies costumes and costume accessories for each show to the designers’ specifications.

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