Employment, Auditions, Internships

Employment Opportunity

General Manager

Honolulu Theatre for Youth is seeking a senior administrative manager who is both a skilled administrator and a passionate advocate for cultural and community engagement. This is a unique opportunity to join an award-winning organization characterized by:

A Collaborative Leadership Model: The General Manager works under the Artistic and Education Directors, and all three work in tandem to ensure that every business decision is rooted in artistic integrity and educational impact.

Global Reach, Local Heart: As Hawaii’s only professional nonprofit theatre, your work supports both the artistic and education side of the organization. HTY reaches over 100,000 keiki annually—regardless of their race, economic status, or geographic location.

A “Theatre of Place”: You will steward an organization that is rooted in Hawaiian and local cultures. Our work isn’t just about entertainment; it’s about helping local children “walk in the shoes of others” and discover the infinite possibilities of their world.

This position is ideal for a highly organized, mission-driven professional who enjoys building systems, supporting people, and keeping a small nonprofit running efficiently. A strong understanding of Hawaiʻi’s cultural context and community values is highly valued. 3-5 years of nonprofit management experience preferred. Salary range is $55,000 – $65,000, commensurate with experience, and comes with health benefits, 401K retirement savings, vacation, and sick leave. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity for growth and promotion within HTY.

For full job description, please click the button below for a downloadable pdf.

To apply or for questions contact:  search@htyweb.org

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume and reference contact information.

 

HTY is accepting applications immediately and will continue the search until the position is filled.

 

Employment Opportunity

Production and Design Apprentice

Honolulu Theatre for Youth (HTY) is seeking a Production and Design Apprentice for the 2026-27 Season.

The apprentice will work alongside an ensemble of professional designers, performers and educators at Hawaiʻi’s only full-time professional theatre. Duties will include designing (under the mentorship of senior staff), supporting touring and outreach, exploring new models of design integration and collaborating with the theatre’s many partners in our community focused devising process as a full member of the ensemble.

There is some flexibility in how we schedule this apprenticeship depending on the individual’s skills and interests and the company’s needs. As a full-time employee, the apprentice would receive a salary, full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as paid vacation days.

For full job description, please click the button below for a downloadable pdf.

To apply or for questions contact:  

Eric Johnson, Artistic Director

artistic@htyweb.org

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume and reference contact information.

 

HTY is accepting applications immediately and will continue the search until the position is filled.

 

Auditions

HTY holds a mass audition once a year to cast their adult professional company. Occasionally we will audition for additional performers. If you would like to receive information about HTY auditions you can join our audition list at info@htyweb.org.

Artists, Designers and Technicians

HTY is always interested in developing relationships with freelance directors, designers, technicians, musicians and interested collaborators. We are especially interested in developing relationships with residents of Oahu. Please send resumes and cover letters to our Artistic Director at artistic@htyweb.org.

Internships

Anyone interested in an internship of any kind should contact us at info@htyweb.org.