Are you curious about how a professional theatre production comes together behind the scenes? The Maynardville Open-Air Festival is offering a unique educational internship programme – designed for anyone eager to explore the world of live events and theatre production from the inside out.
This is a hands-on, behind-the-scenes opportunity open to people of all ages and experience levels. (Please note: This is a general internship, not part of the technical training programme.)
What you will gain:
Practical Experience in Outdoor Theatre
Gain real-world, hands-on experience by assisting with the setup, running, and support of a major open-air theatre festival. You will learn first-hand about the logistics, planning, and problem-solving required to bring live performance to life in an outdoor setting.
Professional Networking Opportunities
Work side-by-side with experienced theatre and live event professionals. Build meaningful industry connections that could lead to future opportunities in theatre, events, and entertainment.
Comprehensive Skills Development
Get involved in a wide range of festival operations — from backstage assistance and wardrobe support to ushering and front-of-house duties — developing a versatile skill set that is highly valued in production environments.
Understanding of Event Management
Discover the many moving parts behind a large-scale public event. Learn about audience coordination, VIP hosting, scheduling, and festival logistics — invaluable experience if you are interested in pursuing event production or arts management.
Internship Details
Location: Maynardville Open-Air Theatre, Wynberg, Cape Town
Dates: 10 January – 10 March 2026 (Flexible scheduling available)
Type: Voluntary / Unpaid
Apply now: https://forms.gle/3s3r1SRCwcdDLgJV6