Come play with us!

TEACHING ARTISTS
​CYS teaching artists lead workshops for high school students focusing on various aspects of Shakespeare performance and pedagogy, including voice, movement, text and character analysis, ensemble play, stage combat, and more. While there are no specific openings at the present moment, teaching artists are encouraged to email a letter of introduction and CV to manon@chicagoyouthshakespeare.org for future consideration.

INTERNS
CYS interns assist in every aspect of running a non-profit organization, including marketing, social media, fundraising, communications, special events, and production management. All CYS internships are volunteer positions, but travel stipends are available as needed. CYS also works with university intern programs to provide compensation. To inquire  about internship opportunities with CYS for the 2021/'22 season, please send a letter of introduction and resume to info@chicagoyouthshakespeare.org.

VOLUNTEERS
CYS welcomes volunteers throughout the year to assist with special events and performances, marketing, fundraising projects and other administrative tasks. If you are interested in joining CYS's volunteer community, please send your contact information and availability to josh@chicagoyouthshakespeare.org

​diversity statement

At CYS, we believe that fostering a diverse and inclusive environment is fundamental to learning, to art-making, and to building a more just and equitable world. We welcome students, teaching artists, staff, and volunteers of all backgrounds and ideologies into our community. 
 
Chicago Youth Shakespeare is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class.