Buckhannon Community Theatre seeks creative team for 2026 season: Applications due Nov. 30

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Buckhannon Community Theatre is recruiting directors, music directors, choreographers, costumers and stage managers to help mount its 2026 season, according to a recent announcement.

The season lineup includes:

  • Spring: “The Iliad, the Odyssey, and All of Greek Mythology in 99 Minutes or Less”
  • Summer: “School of Rock”
  • Fall: “The Murder on the Orient Express”
  • Winter: “Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus”

Applicants are asked to email a resume, letter of interest, a vision for the show and their requested stipend to BuckhannonCT@gmail.com. The deadline to apply is Nov. 30, 2025.

“We’re proud to celebrate community, collaboration, and the magic of live theatre, and we can’t wait to see what you can create with us,” the organization said.

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