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The Providence Performing Arts Center and The VETS are organizing a Job Fair for theatre professionals and job seekers to connect with employers. Taking place on September 4, the event will feature on-site interviews for various part-time positions including Box Office, Concessions, and Backstage roles. Additionally, Caesars Palace Times Square is set to host job fairs while creating opportunities in New York’s theatre district. Other job fairs are also occurring in the region, providing valuable resources for those seeking employment in the arts and entertainment sectors.
Providence, Rhode Island – Theatre professionals and job seekers across various industries will have multiple opportunities to connect with potential employers in the coming weeks. The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) and The VETS are hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, September 4, 2025, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at PPAC, located at 220 Weybosset Street in downtown Providence. The event will feature several part-time positions, with on-site interviews available for applicants.
Available positions at PPAC include roles in the Box Office, where employees will handle ticket transactions and event-related inquiries; Concessions, involving customer service and cashless payment processing for snacks and drinks; Operations, involving the management of daily venue needs and maintenance; Security, focused on ensuring safety for staff, guests, and performers; and Backstage positions, supporting technical aspects of live performances. Interested applicants are encouraged to bring a current resume, and those unable to attend can reach out to Linda Haddock for further application options.
In addition to the PPAC Job Fair, a separate Free Job Fair and resume event will be conducted by the Missouri Job Center at Catapult SEMO on August 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event will feature local employers actively seeking to meet job seekers, assist with resume building, and offer complimentary professional headshots. Online registration is required for the Missouri job fair to secure a time slot.
In a notable development, Caesars Palace Times Square is rallying local support for its proposal to establish a casino in New York’s theatre district. The planned casino will hold monthly job fairs targeting members of Actors’ Equity Association and the American Federation of Musicians Local 802. Current job openings at the proposed casino include positions such as table games dealers, bartenders, and front-of-house concierges. Flexible scheduling options are expected to accommodate performers and their audition schedules. Additionally, Caesars Palace has pledged $80 million to ensure a public safety plan for the surrounding neighborhood and $20 million for Broadway theater tickets aimed at disadvantaged families.
This ambitious casino project aims to transform the existing office building at 1515 Broadway into a vibrant casino, a Broadway theater, and a hotel, expanding career prospects for individuals in the local arts community.
In theatre news, David Muse, who has been the Artistic Director of Studio Theatre for 17 years, will be stepping down in late 2027. Meanwhile, Adam Weinert will take on the role of executive director at Hudson Hall, starting July 17, 2025. Additionally, a scholarship called “The Right to Be There” has been established by Conrad Ricamora, aimed at supporting Asian American male actors in pursuing their BFA or MFA acting degrees.
Job opportunities are also forthcoming at the new Andretti Indoor Karting & Games facility in Oklahoma, which will open on July 15. This venue will create approximately 270 jobs across various positions including line cooks, bartenders, game technicians, and more. Job seekers can participate in an onsite job fair, which will have specific hours, and applicants must be 18 or older and bring a valid ID.
The upcoming job fairs and employment opportunities represent a significant resource for those in the theatre industry and other sectors currently looking for work. These events are poised to connect job seekers with employers actively seeking qualified candidates, enhancing career prospects in vibrant, community-focused environments.
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Additional Resources
- KFVS12: Missouri Job Center Free Job Fair
- Wikipedia: Job Fair
- Playbill: Times Square Casino Job Fairs
- Google Search: Job Fairs Theatre
- BroadwayWorld: Industry Job Fairs
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Job
- Oklahoman: Andretti Indoor Karting Job Fair
- Google News: Job Opportunities Theatre
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