Arts Opportunities
Local organizations seek performers, paid staff and volunteers

(If you’re part of an arts organization and have a job opening, need volunteers or are holding auditions, place your information on MiamiArtZine.com. There is no charge for this service. Send info to StarrWriter2000@aol.com)

Paid Positions

City of Pembroke Pines Parks & Recreation Department Seeks Part-Time Art Teacher
The City of Pembroke Pines Parks & Recreation (Art & Cultural) Department is seeking qualified applicants for a part-time art teacher. Duties:  Must have the ability to perform a variety of tasks including planning and implementing daily activities of an art class, including planning and preparing the learning environment and preparing needed materials and supplies.

Requirements: Must have Bachelor's Degree in Art Education, Fine Arts or related field.  Salary: $25.02 per hour;  6 hours per week.  No applications will be accepted without copy of bachelor's degree.  To apply, submit an application with original signatures and required documents to Human Resources Department, 10100 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines (City Hall 2nd Floor).   Applications available at Human Resources Department or visit our website at ppines.com.  Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation must contact Human Resources Department.  The City of Pembroke Pines is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and a Drug Free Work Place.  Deadline: May 16, 2007.

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens seeks Director of Collections and Curatorial Affairs
The Vizcaya Museum and Gardens seeks Director of Collections and Curatorial Affairs.   

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is an AAM-accredited, American Renaissance estate in a spectacular subtropical setting on Biscayne Bay. Vizcaya consists of 14 National Historic Landmark buildings on 50 acres of grounds, with 2,500 art and 35,000 archival objects. The museum is in midst of developing new programs to engage the local community in learning through the arts, history, and the environment, and embarking on a government-funded $50-million capital program to rehabilitate the main house, gardens, and the Vizcaya village, which will open to the public for the first time. Vizcaya attracts approximately 150,000 visitors each year. For complete listing go to: flamuseums.org/jobs/info/2308272  Resumes accepted only until May 25.

SoBe Music Institute Summer Internship Positions: Office/Marketing Assistants and Volunteers Needed
We are looking for volunteers and interns, preferably a college students, for paid and non-paid positions  that will grant them experience in Management, Marketing, Arts Administration, Music Business, Education, and Customer Service. The job would require 20 hours a week during the month of May, and 40 hours a week during the months of June and July through August 5. The job responsibilities will any of the following:  Assisting our Administrative Manager, Executive Artistic Director, and staff with office and marketing tasks. Assisting customers/students in person, on the phone, and via e-mail. Assisting our teachers, as well as setting up and taking down, during the summer programs for children, seniors, and adults.
Responsible for marketing and writing Press Releases.

Any combination of computer literacy (Microsoft Office), previous office and customer service experience, marketing knowledge, excellent writing skills, as well as experience with children, preferred. This job is a wonderful learning experience and addition to your resume.  We are looking for people to beginning April 30 through June 11.  If interested please email resume a.s.a.p. to nadia@sobemusic.org

Artserve Gallery Seeks Part Time Sales Associate
Part-time sales associate needed at the ArtServe Gallery and gift shop.  Responsibilities include Sales Support, Artist Intake, and Inventory Control.  Hours: Monday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday, noon-5 p.m.  $9/hour.  Successful candidate will possess excellent customer service skills and basic PC computer knowledge. To schedule an interview, please call 954-462-8190.

Vero Beach Museum of Art Seeks Professional Artists, Especially in Glass,
to Teach
The Vero Beach Museum of Art is looking for professional artists, especially in glass, with teaching experience, to join our faculty and after school outreach programs. The Vero Beach Museum of Art offers a variety of courses including painting, drawing, ceramics, bronze casting and metal fabrication to the public. The outreach program provides youth in low socio economic communities with in-depth arts experiences. To learn more about the Vero Beach Museum of Art and its programs visit vbmuseum.org. To apply, please send a resume and work samples to: The Vero Beach Museum of Art, Attn: Annie Kraybill, 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963, or e-mail akraybill@vbmuseum.org. 

Morikami Museum

Morikami Museum Seeks Entertainers
The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens are accepting demos and bios of musicians for their Sushi & Stroll Sunset Walks as well as other venues. Please e-mail smerryma@co.palm-beach.fl.us if you are interested.  Also, visit morikami.org for further information about the museum.

Arts Academy of Hollywood Seeks Music Teacher
Seeking a general music teacher for preschool and elementary age students, as well as private lessons (at least voice and piano) Position will be available for next school year with possible summer hours.  Educational background and experience necessary.  Seeking qualified, mature, easy-going, and creative individuals.  Only those who submit a cover letter with professional resumes will be considered.  Please send resumes via e-mail to mcerrone@artsacademyofhollywood.com.

Mosaic Theatre Openings
Mosaic Theatre is looking for costumers, electricians, carpenters and backstage help.  Please send a letter of inquiry to rsimon@mosaictheatre.com.  
 
Playground Theatre Seeks House Manager and Volunteers
The Playground Theatre is looking for both House Managers and volunteer house staff (Ushers/Ticket-takers/concessionaires) for its upcoming season. House Managers are paid at an hourly rate. Applicants should be friendly and intelligent with some relevant experience. Please contact Douglas with your interest: e-mail info@theplaygroundtheatre.com, fax 305-751-9556 or tel: 305-751-9550 x224

Main Street Playhouse Seeks Stage Managers
The Alliance Theatre Lab, a non-profit professional theatre company, is looking for Non-Equity stage managers for their upcoming season. Please e-mail resume to thealliancelab@aol.com or for more information, please call 305-567-2721. 

Call for Talented Students

youngARTS™ Opens Early Registration for 2008 Awards
youngARTS™, the core program of the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts (NFAA) that identifies and rewards exceptional student artists from across the U.S., has opened registration for its 2008 program. High school seniors in the 2007-2008 school year or graduates who will be 17 or 18 years old on December 1, 2007 are encouraged to apply for individual cash awards of up to $10,000 and the chance to be named a Presidential Scholar in the Arts, earning national recognition and opportunities for additional scholarships.

The youngARTS 2008 early registration deadline is June 1, 2007 (30% fee discount on registrations received on or before June 1). The final registration deadline is October 1, 2007 and all audition/portfolio materials must be received in the youngARTS offices by November 5, 2007. Online fees are $35 per discipline category. New York City resident fees will be determined by NYC zip code. Student information submitted by the early deadline will be shared, with permission, to a broad network of colleges, universities and conservatories affiliated with NFAA. Additional fee reductions and waivers are available.

Each year, NFAA invites up to 150 artists to participate in youngARTS Week, a once-in-a-lifetime experience in Miami consisting of performances, master classes, workshops, readings, exhibits and enrichment activities with renowned artists and arts educators. The Bank of America Charitable Foundation sponsors NFAA’s state-wide student outreach in Florida, enabling participation in youngARTS Week in Miami.  One of the national finalists from Florida will also be honored as the “Bank of America youngARTS Winner.”  

Every student who participates in youngARTS Week will receive one of the following awards:

The coveted $10,000 youngARTS Gold Award, a non-stipulated cash award that will be given to up to 15 deserving finalists;

$5,000 Silver Award, bestowed to as many as four deserving finalists in each of the nine youngARTS disciplines;

Level I, II, III and IV Awards, ranging from $500 to $3,000, granted to the remaining youngARTS finalists.

In addition, at the exclusive request of the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars, NFAA nominates up to 50 youngARTS finalists for the Commission’s consideration to be named as Presidential Scholars in the Arts.

Formerly known as Arts Recognition and Talent Search^® (ARTS), youngARTS was established 26 years ago by Carnival Cruise Lines creator Ted Arison and his wife Lin Arison to identify uniquely gifted young artists and assist them both financially and educationally. Its roster of alumni reads like a “Who’s Who” in the arts, and includes such luminaries as actress and recording artist Vanessa Williams, recent Nashville Star winner Chris Young, dancer/choreographer Desmond Richardson, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater principals Matthew Rushing and Linda Celeste Sims, New York City Ballet principal Philip Neal, former American Ballet Theatre (ABT) dancer and current ABT Executive Director Rachel Moore, Warner Brothers recording artist Josh Groban, Philadelphia Orchestra principal clarinetist Ricardo Morales, New York Philharmonic guest solo violinist Jennifer Koh, jazz trumpet player Roy Hargrove, Broadway actors Ron Eldard and Raul Esparza, photographer Lauren Greenfield and visual artist Doug Aitken.

For more information, call 1-800-970-ARTS (2787) or visit youngARTS.org.

Auditions

Arts at St. Johns Seeks Singers
Arts at St. Johns, a non-profit performing arts venue on Miami Beach, is holding auditions for its new upcoming Broadway review, “Around the World in 80 Minutes” a show with music from Broadway shows that represent different cultures and ethnic groups from around the world. We are looking for strong singers from all ethnic groups with theatrical experience---reading music is a definite plus.  The show runs June 9-10, but will get future bookings. There will be rehearsal and show pay. Auditions Tuesday, May 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at  4760 Pine Tree Drive, accompanist provided.  Call 786-525-9983 for appointment or more information.  Directed by David Kingery.

Lake Worth Playhouse Seeks Performers for The Rocky Horror Show
The Lake Worth Playhouse will hold auditions for Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show May 21 and 22, with call-back auditions only on May 23.  The show will open on July 13 and potentially run for six weeks.   It is required that those who audition must sing and dance.  Please have 16 bars of a song prepared, and bring either sheet music or a CD for accompaniment.  A dance routine will be provided.  Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing.  You must be present on May 21 and 22.  The 23 is strictly for call-back auditions and we will not see any new auditions that day.  The Rocky Horror Show, which has rarely been produced in South Florida, has grown from an experimental production originally produced in a small London theatre to a cult phenomenon with fans world-wide.  For more information please call Jodie at 561-586-6169, Ext. 204.

Jeremiah Theatricals Seeks Performers
Jeremiah Theatricals is seeking performers for Mendel & Moses, an original award-winning musical dramatizing the biblical exodus from Egypt. Character actors of all sizes, shapes, ages 18 and up, and all ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Almost all cast members will perform at least two roles, and must dance or move well. Equity, paid performances. Headshots and resumes may be sent to Jeremiah Ginsberg, 4799 Coconut Creek Pkwy, 134, Coconut Creek, FL 33063. For casting appointment and info, call Jeremiah Ginsburg, 954-263-9127.  For more information, visit jeremiahtheatricals.com.

Jayell Enterprises
Jayell Enterprises (Matinee Theatre/Theatre a la Carte/Pocket Musicals), a touring company, is looking for talent, all kinds. all ages to build our files for future productions. Currently casting: 
Visiting Mr. Green: Young man, late 20's early 30's for social worker.
Barrymore: male or female 50's, for the character of the prompter.
The Sunshine Boys: Men for second lead, young man for the nephew, sexy girl for the nurse in the sketch.
Viagra Vanities: Senior singer/dancers, 55+ for fast-paced revue.
Also need individual singers, comics, novelties for individual condo acts.
Please call Jerry at 954-721-1687 or e-mail info and photos to jervest@bellsouth.net.

Call for Artists

ArtsUnited Seeks Artists for Gay Pride Show
ArtsUnited, the nonprofit organization that uses the arts to present a positive message about the gay and lesbian community, is accepting submissions for its annual gay pride visual art exhibit,  “United and Proud”. The selected artwork will be on display at Gallery Six, Main Branch of the Broward County Library in Fort Lauderdale during June. The show will open with a reception to meet the artists on June 6.

This is an ArtsUnited members only exhibition, and membership applications are available online at artsunitedonline.org. Individual artist membershops are $25 per year.  Entries are not limited to a theme, but rather the exhibition is designed to showcase local gay and lesbian artists to the general public. Works will be judged for $1,000 in prizes, but submissions will not be juried for acceptance or rejection. Prizes will be awarded for Best of Show, People's Choice and Best of Class for Photography, Painting, 3-D/Mixed Media, and Drawing/Print.

Interested artists must complete and submit a Visual Artist Application on or before May 30 to be considered. Artwork must then be delivered to the gallery on Saturday, June 2. Applications are are available at ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, Stonewall Library and Archives, 1717 N. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, or online at artsunitedonline.org.

Carnival Center Seeks Artist Submissions for Miami Made
Carnival Center for the Performing Arts’ commissioning program Miami Made, which was launched in 2005 as INCUBATOR, is calling for new proposals from South Florida artists interested in extending the boundaries of the performing arts by creating, writing, composing, or choreographing a new work that may be supported by and performed at Carnival Center. As part of Miami Made Phase 1, artists living and working in South Florida are invited to submit proposals for new works in any area of the performing arts, including mixed media, with preference given to those that extend beyond current artistic practices and incorporate new technology. Projects may be of any scale and suitable for either indoors or outdoors, although in developing their concepts, artists should take into account the range of venues and other spaces at the Center (visit carnivalcenter.org for details). The proposal deadline is Friday, June 1.  For Miami Made Phase 1 guidelines, please contact miamimade@carnivalcenter.org or call the Miami Made Hotline: 786-468-2270.

Call for Writers

PlayFest Seeks Full-Length Plays
The Harriett Lake Festival of New Plays, is seeking submissions for PlayFest 2008.  Each year we select around 10 new plays to be presented as readings.   Two or three of those plays will go on to be developed in workshops during the Harriett Lake Festival of New Plays.  Playwrights will receive a stipend and travel and housing expenses.  Some plays go on to be fully produced as part of a subsequent Orlando-UCF Shakespeare Festival season.

Guidelines:
PlayFest is seeking new full-length plays based on or inspired by works of classic literature or historic events.  We prefer plays that require six actors or less, and have a particular interest in one-person shows.  However, even in the case of one-person shows, we are not looking for history lectures, or museum piece adaptations that are faithful to a fault, but rather dynamic new theatrical versions of classic stories that speak to the contemporary mindset.

In order to qualify for PlayFest a play must not have received more than two professional AEA productions, not have received a Broadway of off-Broadway production, not have received Orlando production in current form, and not be published for general distribution.

We are also seeking musical  adaptations.  We will be a little less strict about the cast size, but are only interested in musicals based on or inspired by works of classic literature or historic events.

Submission Guidelines
(Do not try to circumvent these guidelines.  Do not send full scripts until instructed to do so.)

Submissions should include a bio/resume, a one page synopsis, five pages of sample dialogue, a character breakdown, and an e-mail address.  Please do not send full scripts.  Mail submissions to: Patrick Flick, Director of New Play Development, The Harriett Lake Festival of New Plays – PlayFest, Orlando Shakespeare Theater, 812 East Rollins St. Suite 100, Orlando, FL 32803

Initial submission deadline for  the 2008 PlayFest is June 31, 2007.  Playwrights will be notified via e-mail no later than October 31, 2007 as to whether or not they are to send the full script.

E-zine Seeks Short Fiction by South Florida Writers
MiamiARTzine.com is currently seeking submissions of unpublished short fiction. Any South Florida writer is encouraged to submit their work. MiamiARTzine.com is presented by the Miami Beach Arts Trust, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising the awareness of the arts in South Florida and nurturing the voices of those involved in the arts. That said, we cannot pay monetarily, but writers would have a chance to have their work seen by our 4,000-plus subscribers and count it as a publication credit.

Guidelines:
The submission process is open to residents of South Florida

Stories should be 3,000 words or less

Stories must be sent as an rtf (rich text format) attachment in 12pt. Times New Roman, double-spaced, with one inch margins and the words "Fiction Submission" in the subject line

As MiamiARTzine.com is open to anyone who subscribes or logs on, stories must not have any graphic sex or excessive profanity

Writers should include a brief, 100 word publication history/bio
Writers must include name, address and phone number for contact purposes
Stories must be e-mailed to Mary Damiano, editor, StarrWriter2000@aol.com
Writers will be contacted if their story is chosen for publication.
Writers retain the rights for their story and are free to have it published elsewhere, however, the story will remain available in the MiamiARTzine.com archives

MiamiARTzine.com

Arts Writers Wanted
Writers needed for MiamiARTzine.com.  We need writers who are interested in covering the Miami/South Florida arts scene. We're eager to cover people and events that don't get as much coverage as well as the big splashy arts events. This is a perfect opportunity for journalism students and up and coming writers to increase their portfolios, get experience, have their work be seen and make contacts. We need people who can write with some flair, who are punctual, who communicate with their editor, who answer e-mails promptly, and who can turn around a story in 7-10 days. The ability to take and transmit digital photos is a plus. Writers should have a working knowledge of the arts and be comfortable with interviews. Writers are always encouraged to pitch stories that would fit the target and mission of the e-zine. Please, please, please: Only reply if you're serious about your work. We don’t have time to deal with writers who wouldn't know a deadline if it bit them and who don't contact their editor when a story falls through. We’re only interested in working with writers who understand and practice professionalism. As the e-zine is produced by a non-profit organization, compensation will be in experience, clips and perks, including press credentials and entry into events. If you are interested and meet the above criteria, please reply with a brief e-mail about your background, your contact info, resume and a few samples of your writing. E-mail StarrWriter2000@aol.com. 

Volunteers 

Volunteers Needed to Review Grant Applications
The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs is seeking individuals interested in reviewing applications for cultural grants funding from Miami-Dade County. Each year, the Department of Cultural Affairs relies on the services of many volunteers panelists, who review and evaluate grant applications and make funding recommendations.  Panels are comprised of artists, art-related professionals, educators, community members, business leaders and others with current or prior active involvement in the arts, such as board members of cultural organizations. Panelists help maintain a fair and open process and assist in the continuous development of Miami-Dade County's artistic and cultural communities by bringing their expertise to the review panel process. All panels meetings are open to the public.

Panelist Profile
Prospective panelist should possess experience in one or more of the following areas:
-  Knowledge of and familiarity with Miami-Dade County's non-profits arts community
-  Artistic experience in an arts discipline (music, theater, visual arts, etc.) as a creator,
   administrator, board member and/or general supporter of the arts
-  Experience in non-profit sector or arts management, including but not limited to, organizational
   planning and management, finance and accounting, development & fundraising or marketing
-  Arts Education

Experience with cultural facilities and venues (acquisition, building, renovation, management) as an architect, contractor, builder, operations/programming manager and/or owner.

How much time does panel service take?
This depends on the particular panel and number of applications received. Panelist are required to attend an orientation session after which they will take the grants package home to review. Most Department meetings span one business day and may involve a substantial time commitment to read orientation materials and review pre-score grant applications prior to the panel meeting. 

If you are interested in becoming an Arts Insider, please contact us via email at val@ArtsBizMiami.org or call us at 305-326-1021.

Stonewall Library

Stonewall Library Seeks Volunteers for Garden Tour
The Stonewall Library & Archives is seeking volunteers for a new event, the Stonewall Garden Tour of Wilton Manors, on May 12.  Volunteers are needed for transportation coordination, sponsorships, ticket sales, hosts and hostesses at each home and garden, and press.  Volunteers are also needed for November’s Heritage of Pride Gala.  If you would like to help with the garden tour or with the gala, contact Jack Rutland at 954-763-8565 or by e-mail at jack-rutland@stonewall-library.org. 

Mosaic Theatre
Mosaic Theatre is actively recruiting volunteers to launch several new initiatives. Assist  Mosaic Theatre in many different capacities.  Please contact Naomi Zapata at 954-577-8243.

Conni Gordon Art Classes
The Conni Gordon Arts Foundation, Inc. is seeking people to develop Home/Condo "Paint-Along Parties" featuring TV Famed "Conni Gordon 4 Step Method" art instruction for instant results. Ground floor opportunity. Business experience and interest in art helpful. Call Ray Jara at 532-1001.