So you want to direct at the Majestic Theatre?

The Majestic is thrilled to offer community directors a place to explore their craft. Directing for the theatre is a complicated but incredibly rewarding endeavor, and we have many paths available to prospective directors!

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What if I've never directed before?

Everyone has to start somewhere, and we'd be honored to help launch you into your directing journey. Directing is a skill like any other, and it requires both practice and a willingness to learn. A good first step is to check out our upcoming directing workshops. You can alternatively get a good overview of how directing works at our theatre by watching our online Directing at the Majestic video. You can sign up for Better Impact, our volunteer management client, in order to get connected with potential Assistant Directing positions so that you can learn through observing and helping a more experienced director. Or you could try starting small with a simple Table Read, which you can learn more about by clicking here.

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I have some directing experience,

but I'm not ready or able to commit to a full Mainstage show.

A Mainstage production is a huge undertaking, requiring months of preparation followed by months of rehearsals and the ability to coordinate and communicate with somewhere in the neighborhood of a hundred different theatre artists. It's fun, but it's a lot! If you don't feel quite ready to jump into the deep end, or if you're a busy adult without the free time to dedicate to such a massive project, then a Majestic Music Stand Sunday or a Readers' Theatre show might be a great fit! If you're wanting to stage a small-cast shows or a more experimental work that wouldn't fit into the larger requirements of our mainstage season, this is the place to do it.​​

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How do I propose a Majestic Mainstage Community Theatre show?

If you're ready to take the plunge and propose a Mainstage show, welcome aboard! The proposal process itself can be a little bit intimidating, but it's rewarding in and of itself, guiding prospective directors through the exciting work of crafting a vision and sharing it with others. The 2026-27 proposal cycle will open on May 15th. More information will be forthcoming, but in the meantime, you can take a look at some of the proposals that have been submitted in the past. There is also a free upcoming proposal preparation workshop on May 10th!

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If you're looking to do a project that has a higher profile than a Lab Show but still doesn't require quite the level of commitment or expertise for a Mainstage show, starting for the 2026-27 proposal cycle, we're adding a brand-new outdoor summer slot to our Community Theatre program for performance on the Peffer Amphitheater stage in Starker Arts Park in July. This production slot is intended to showcase works of classical theatre (i.e., Greek playwrights, Oscar Wilde, Aphra Behn, etc.) with minimalist staging in a festive outdoor setting. Proposals for this slot will be part of our regular Mainstage proposal process.

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If you have any questions about the proposal cycle, you can reach out to rachel.kohler@corvallisoregon.gov..

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What if I want to propose, but I don’t have a script?

The Majestic Theatre has a library of scripts on site for check out. Please fill out this quick Patron Registration Form and the librarian will send you an email with instructions on how to set up your account and start requesting books. Dramatists Play Service, Inc and Concord Theatricals are also great resources to browse script summaries to get a better idea of what might interest you. If you're looking to browse out-of-copyright works, Project Gutenberg is a valuable and easily accessible source.

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Upcoming Directing Workshops!

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Majestic Theatre Director's Workshop Series

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Session 1: Understanding the Stage - Register Here

Delve into the history and modern use of the proscenium stage, learn essential theatre jargon, and get hands-on with blocking basics and Reader's Theatre principles.

Session 2: Directing Actors - Register Here

Develop your communication and coaching skills to effectively lead and nurture a troupe of actors, enhancing individual and group performances.

Session 3: The Majestic Way - Design and Responsibilities - Register Here

Master the art of collaborating with design teams and managing the theatre space while ensuring the safety and effectiveness of all involved in your productions.

 

Majestic Theatre Proposal Preparation

 

Directing at the Majestic: Proposal to Production - Register Here

Walk through every step of the process of directing on the Majestic's mainstage, just in time for participants to consider proposing for the 2026-27 season.

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