Shakespeare In the Parks Actor

Job Position(s): Shakespeare In the Parks Actor

 

Description

Participate in scheduled rehearsals and perform as a member of the Shakespeare in the Parks cast. Support the touring production by assisting with load-out and other related duties as needed.

About The Program

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Division presents the Shakespeare in the Parks Tour, featuring As You Like It in Summer 2026. This annual program offers a professional, free, family-friendly Shakespeare production that tours parks throughout Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties. Audiences enjoy high-quality theatre in a relaxed outdoor setting—perfect for lawn chairs, picnics, and accessible cultural experiences for a broad community.

Supplemental Information

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

Eligibility

Actors ages 18 and older are encouraged to apply.

Rehearsal and Performance Schedule

Rehearsals begin May 16. Technical rehearsals run June 7–11. Preview performance is June 12. Performances are scheduled between June 14 and July 8.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2026 Benefit Summary For Seasonal Intermittent Employees

The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits For Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans

You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.

If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.

Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

• Medical
• Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan
• UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)
• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Sick Leave Benefits

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.