Walnut Street Theatre 2026–2027 Season Apprenticeships

Apprentice at America’s Oldest Theatre

Walnut Street Theatre, a LORT-A producing theatre in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking applicants for its 2026–2027 Apprentice Program. For over 35 years, the Walnut’s Apprentice Program has provided rigorous, hands-on training to early-career theatre professionals.

Walnut Street Theatre produces five Mainstage productions and a full Kids Series season annually in a 952-seat historic theatre, serving nearly 50,000 season subscribers. Apprentices are integral members of the organization and work closely with professional staff across all departments.

Apprenticeships available in:
Acting
Carpentry
Costumes
Development
Education
Marketing
Production Management
Props Management
Props
Scenic Painting
Stage Crew
Stage Management
Ticketing
Technical Direction & Shop Management
Wigs & Wardrobe

• Program Details:
• Full-time commitment
• $500 weekly scholarship stipend
• Free tuition to Walnut Street Theatre School classes
• No housing provided
• Apprenticeships may begin as early as April 2026 and conclude by June 2027 (dates vary by department)

Application Information:
Applications will be accepted beginning February 1, 2026.
All applications must be completed online at:
http://www.walnutstreettheatre.org/about/apprenticeships.php

Acting Apprenticeship:
Selected applicants will be invited to audition in person on May 30, 2026.

For questions, please email: maya@walnutstreettheatre.org