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ScholarshipS & INTERNSHIPS

SCHOLARSHIPS
INTERNSHIPS

We are a participating theater with the Black Improv Alliance as part of the 100 Black Improvisers Partnership. Are you Black and interested in improv? BIA is committed to matching improvisers of all ages with theaters throughout the country providing scholarships for their programs. 

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The ColdTowne Conservatory Diversity Scholarship is more than a tuition award, it’s Mentorship + Inclusivity + Support.

NEW APPLICANTS

Recipients will be enrolled in an eight-week long, ColdTowne class of their choice (not including electives, or workshops) and will be able to attend shows and performances produced by ColdTowne Theater, at no cost.

 

REAPPLICANTS

Applicants who are not awarded a scholarship will not be barred from reapplying. Scholarship recipients may reapply, only if they have submitted their Scholarship Experience Survey before the application deadline has passed.

 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Applicants must not be currently enrolled in an improv, sketch, or comedy class at another theater or conservatory. 

  • Applicants must be at least 18 at the time of applying.

  • Applicants must be able to arrange their own transportation to and from classes and shows.

  • Applicants must be prepared to attend and participate in an eight-week long ColdTowne class of their choice, with only one unexcused absence permitted.

  • Applicants must be prepared to attend at least one show or performance produced by ColdTowne Theater during their class session, at no cost.

  • Applicants must be prepared to complete a Scholarship Experience Survey at the end of the class session.

 

WE CARE

ColdTowne is offering this scholarship to promote representation, diversity and inclusivity amongst Austin performers.

It is ColdTowne’s goal to have as many different individuals as possible have their voices heard on stage, be free to create art, and receive every opportunity to perform the best improv Austin has ever seen. 

In addition to supporting you through classes, it is ColdTowne’s hope that you will find friends and a home in our theater’s community, where you can feel safe, confident and boundless. 

 

WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK!

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INTERNSHIP

Recipients will receive a full level (8-week session) of classes. If after your first level of classes you wish to continue, simply re-apply for the next level before the deadline. And YES it possible to receive a full scholarship for all six levels of ColdTowne’s comprehensive, fun and award-winning style of improv training.

  • How much can I save off of tuition with a ColdTowne Internship?
    You can receive anywhere from 50%-100% off of your tuition depending on the night you are working or the role you fulfill.

    What kind of time commitment makes up an internship?
    Internships last the full 10 weeks of a class session (Each class is 8 meetings scheduled over 10 weeks to allow for things like cancellations or bonus classes at the instructor’s discretion). Depending on the night you are working you would need to be at the the theater from about an hour before shows start until a half an hour after shows to allow for cleaning. This is subject to change based on class schedules.

    What are the responsibilities of a ColdTowne Theater intern?
    Interns make our shows happen. Some things you can expect to do on a given night includes selling tickets and concessions, some light cleaning, operating lights and sound for a show and some light administrative tasks like tracking attendance and sales.

    I have a commitment that may cause me to miss a shift or two, can I still intern and get that sweet discount?
    The expectation is that if you accept an internship, you will be able to commit to the entire 10 week session. However, life happens – and you can swap shifts with another intern if there is an emergency. Interns who swap an excessive number of shifts may be removed from the program.

    What else do I get?
    In addition to that sweet discount, you’re now on the fast track to getting involved with the theater. You’ll meet performers and faculty more quickly than if you were only taking classes, and you’ll also get to see more shows, all supporting your improv education.

    I can’t commit to a weekly internship schedule but I have (graphic design, videography, audio, web development, etc.) skills I’d like to offer in exchange for classes.
    We have Back of House internships available, but they require having a reference. When you apply, drop the contact information of your reference in your application so we can follow up.

    How are interns selected?
    Anyone can apply to become an intern! However, returning interns are given priority for continuing positions. If an intern is graduating or cannot return to their role, we begin contacting new applicants during Week 6 of the current session. Training takes place during Week 9. We will keep a wait list for prospective candidates in the event that positions become available mid-session. If you’re not selected for an internship the first time around, please feel free to apply again next session!

    I have other questions!
    If you have a question that wasn’t covered here, please email our Conservatory Director at ctconservatory@gmail.com

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