The Huntington Artist Hub  offers a vibrant, inclusive incubator where artists from all disciplines converge to push the limits of their craft, ignite bold new ideas, and cultivate their creative vision. Aligned with The Huntington’s commitment to advancing the future of American theatre, the Artist Hub provides a dynamic, collaborative space for both emerging and established artists to develop their work, engage with peers, and receive mentorship that nurtures artistic excellence and innovation.

Through fellowships, observerships, workshops, partnerships, and exhibition opportunities, The Huntington amplifies new voices, fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration, and empowers artists to connect with the diverse, evolving artistic landscape. By cultivating a skilled, visionary workforce, the Artist Hub shapes the future of the arts—sparking new possibilities, igniting transformative change, and inspiring the next generation of creative leaders.

Each season The Huntington opens applications to the Assistant Directors and Emerging Observing Artists Fellowships. These paid opportunities give early, emerging and mid-career artists the opportunity to collaborate with and observe top-tier creative teams at a leading regional theatre. This program continues our commitment to providing career opportunities for the ever-growing community of Boston-based artists.

The Huntington is thrilled to announce positions available for Assistant Directors and Emerging  Artist Observers. These paid positions give early, emerging and mid-career artists the  opportunity to collaborate with and observe top tier creative teams at a leading regional theatre. This program continues our commitment to providing career opportunities for the ever-growing  community of Boston-based artists. This season we are hiring for:

• Adia & Clora Snatch Joy Book, Libretto and Lyrics by Mfoniso Udofia, Music Composed
  by Michael Ellis Ingram, Directed by Awoye Timpo
• Meet the Cartozians by Talene Monahon, Directed by Loretta Greco (Emerging Artist
  Observer Only)

About the Emerging Artist Observership Program:

Our Emerging Artist Observership program is tailor-made for early-career theatre artists seeking an immersive experience in a professional rehearsal process. Gain invaluable insights as you observe the development of new and revitalized plays in captivating productions. This opportunity promises to inspire and educate artists pursuing directing, acting, playwriting, producing, stage management, and design.

Prerequisites:

• An interest in theatre
• 18+ years old

Key Details for Emerging Artist Observers:

• 30 hours* of observation, including:
  • Context meeting and on-boarding with the Huntington Team and stage  management
  • Attendance at First Rehearsal and Meet & Greet (4 hours)
  • Observing in staging rehearsals (14 hours)
  • 45-minute meeting with a member of the creative team
  • Attendance at one tech rehearsal (4 hours)
  • Attendance at one preview and production meeting (4 hours)
  • Join us for Opening Night celebrations
  • 3 hours at the observer’s discretion (prep work/research/script reading, etc)
  • Observers may engage beyond 30 hours should they choose; however, the fee  will not reflect those additional hours
• Flexible scheduling in coordination with the Huntington producing team and production
  stage manager
• Compensation: $500 stipend for the 30 hours of work

About the Assistant Director Program:

For emerging and mid-career directors, our Assistant Director program offers a seat at the table with our world-class creative teams, collaborating closely with directors, designers, and the actors throughout the production process. Differing from the observerships, assistant directors will be taking active roles with responsibilities assigned by the director and producers. The ideal candidate is excited to elevate their craft and create meaningful professional relationships through this process.

Prerequisites:

• Some directing experience (2 full productions or at least 4 staged readings)
• Daytime availability during the week and on weekends
• Evening availability for tech and previews

Key Details for Assistant Directors:

• Responsibilities
  • Note-taking and email correspondence with and on behalf of the director
  • Dramaturgical support for the rehearsal process in collaboration with the Huntington’s literary team
  • Run small group rehearsals and scene work as requested by the director
  • Support the onstage cast and understudies with line-running and memorization
  • Hone directing craft by leading understudy cast and serving as their advocate
    and liaison during the rehearsal process
  • Run understudy rehearsals through opening week
• Rehearsal and production meeting hours typically vary between 9am to 7pm, with
  scheduled days off on Monday
  • Tech and preview schedules may run 12pm-10pm but may vary based on the
    needs of the production
• Compensation: $832 per week, subject to tax withholdings
  • As part of our commitment to Boston artists, priority will be given to local directors. Housing and travel support will not be provided.

Apply to be an Emerging Artist Observer or Assistant Director:

Please apply via the link below with a resume and an artist statement introducing us to who you are, what you hope to gain from the experience and what you are excited to bring to it. Artist
statements should be no more than 500 words. Observers may submit 750-word artist statements in lieu of a resume.

APPLY HERE

Deadline:
Submissions are open until Oct 13, 2026

Contact Information:
For any inquiries or assistance, feel free to reach out to assistantdirector@huntingtontheatre.org

Production Dates and Information (Subject to Change):

• Adia & Clora Snatch Joy – Hiring Assistant Directors and Emerging Artist Observers
  • Directed by Awoye Timpo
  • Rehearsals Oct 27-Nov 23 (Tech starts Nov 19)
  • Performances Nov 24 – Dec 13
  • Contract Period Oct 27 – Dec 4
  • The Huntington Theatre on Huntington Avenue
• Meet the Cartozians – Hiring Emerging Artist Observers Only
  • Directed by Loretta Greco
  • Rehearsals Jan 19 – Feb 17 (Tech starts Feb 12)
  • Performances Feb 18 – Mar 21
  • Contract Period Jan 19 – Feb 26
  • The Wimberly Theatre – The Calderwood Pavilion

The Huntington Theatre invites visual artists and curators to propose exhibitions for its two gallery spaces: The Gallery at The Huntington Theater and The Nook at the Calderwood Pavilion. Selected artists/curators will receive a small stipend and a majority percentage of sales. The Huntington Theater gallery team is prepared to offer deep collaboration on installation, marketing, and community engagement. We encourage individual artists, curators with individual or group exhibitions and artist/curator duos to consider submitting proposals.

Submissions are closed and will reopen in the spring. Check back for more details. 

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