Stage Manager and Stage Director Fellowship (Two Positions)

The Metropolitan Opera(27 days ago)

New York, NYOnsiteFull TimeIntern$35,803 - $49,339 (estimated)Production

About this role

The Metropolitan Opera Stage Manager and Stage Director Fellowships are early-career, post-undergrad training programs designed for individuals interested in professional behind-the-scenes opera work. Fellows participate in the production of repertory opera at a major opera house under the guidance of experienced professionals. The program runs up to 33 weeks, beginning around August 10, 2026, and is structured similarly to an apprenticeship with a strong professional development focus. It aims to support and provide access to those traditionally underserved in backstage opera careers.

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Required Skills

Opera Production
Stage Management
Stage Directing
Music Reading
Score Following
Problem Solving
Production Meetings
Cross Department Collaboration
Paperwork Creation
Workflow Development

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About The Metropolitan Opera

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The Metropolitan Opera (the Met) is a leading opera company based in New York City that stages large-scale productions at the Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center. It presents a full season of classic and contemporary operas featuring internationally renowned singers, a resident orchestra and chorus, and top directors and designers. Beyond live performances, the Met distributes work via radio broadcasts, the Live in HD cinema series, the Met Opera on Demand streaming service, recordings, and robust education and community programs. Renowned for high production values and artistic innovation, the Met is a major cultural institution with global influence in the operatic world.