As one of the world’s leading theatre companies and Niagara’s 20 largest employers, The Shaw is dedicated to an ongoing process of increasing diversity and inclusion in our audiences, our programs, and in all of our hiring for staff, artists, and in the recruiting of board members. The Shaw is committed to a future when our theatres joyously draw on and include all peoples, fully reflective of the world around us. As such, the Shaw Festival is an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We encourage and invite applications from applicants who identify as Indigenous, Black or as persons of colour (IBPOC), the LGBTQ2+ communities and those identifying as gender female. In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and in keeping with our wish to ensure a fully inclusive environment, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process. We will be happy to assist.
We acknowledge and honour the land upon which we gather as the historic and traditional territory of First Nations peoples. In particular, we recognize and thank the Neutral Nation, the Mississauga and the Haudenosaunee for their stewardship of these lands over millennia.
The first day on the job can look very different from one person to the next. Information about your first day is provided by either your department head or union representative.
What should I wear?
Our dress code is business casual however, for those that wear uniforms, outdoor gear or safety equipment your department manager/supervisor will advise you further prior to your arrival.
Where do I park?
As we have several venues this will depend on the location of your workspace.
Free parking at our main Festival Theatre is available onsite during our off season January through mid April, in season mid April through December free parking passes are available from our Stage Door Reception for offsite parking at Fort George.
Free parking is available onsite at these offsite venues: Scene Shop, Scenic Art, Props Shop and our Cannery Warehouse.
Those required to work at the Royal George Theatre or at our satellite Wardrobe, parking is not available onsite but in the surrounding area so please arrive early to find appropriate parking.
Where can I park my bicycle?
Secure bicycle racks are available onsite at all our venues: Festival Theatre, Studio Theatre, Royal George Theatre, Court House Theatre, Scene Shop, Scenic Art and Props Shop.
Where do I report on my first day?
Prior to your arrival your department manager/supervisor or union representative will advise you where and who to report to.
What are the options for meal breaks?
Onsite at our Festival Theatre is The Christopher Newton Green Room which provides an affordable, convenient and social dining experience for all staff of the Shaw Festival. Shaw staff can meet, socialize and purchase delicious food prepared by our own creative team in the kitchen.
Alternatively, all Shaw staff are welcome to bring their own food to enjoy in the indoor and outdoor seating areas. Guests are always welcome when accompanied by a Shaw staff member.
All offsite venues offer staff lunchrooms equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, toasters and kettles but no opportunity to purchase ready made food.
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