Audio Engineers / Lighting Designers:

The Kate keeps a roster of professional sound and lighting technicians to join and/or supplement our house crew. If you wish to be considered, please send your material and contact information to production@thekate.org with subject line “Kate Tech Crew.”


Bar / Concessions Staff:

The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center (The Kate) is always accepting application for enthusiastic individuals to join our Bar/Concessions staff.

This position is part-time/as needed. Scheduling is completed in month blocks at least 2 weeks in advance and is based on the Kate’s production/show schedule. This position requires evenings/weekends but has great flexibility in scheduling. Shifts are typically 3-5 hours.

Bar/Concessions Staff is responsible for preparing bar/concessions for shows, preparation, cleanliness, Point of Sales/handling money, and restocking.

The Kate’s Bar/Concessions is simple in nature: water, soda, beer, wine, snacks, and basic mixed drinks. Advanced bartending skill is not required though favorable. TIPS certification a plus. Hires made without TIPS certification will be required to complete training with organizational assistance.

Individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and have great customer services skills will be most successful in this position.

For more information or to submit a resume and letter of interest to: laura.shipman@thekate.org.


The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center (the Kate) is a not-for-profit performing arts organization located in the historic theatre/town hall at 300 Main Street, Old Saybrook. Originally opened in 1911, and reopened as the Kate in 2009, the building is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.   The Kate encompasses a state-of-the-art 285-seat theatre and presents work in several genres including music, theater, opera, dance, comedy, film, and a variety of children’s programing.  The official Katharine Hepburn Museum is on the first floor and is the only museum of its kind dedicated to the legacy of the iconic actress and one of Old Saybrook’s most celebrated residents. The museum presents an authentic view of the cultural and historical impact of Miss Hepburn and her family through photos, home movies, costumes, awards, movie memorabilia and other items.

The Kate is generously sponsored by:

  • Pasta Vita
  • Saybrook Point Resort & Marina
  • Coburn Financial Group, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC
  • Sennheiser