Hells Kitchen National Tour Community Engagement Fellow

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: $1237.50 per week

Start Date: September 2, 2025
End Date: November 2, 2025
Locations:
New York, NY
Cleveland, OH
Schedule: To be determined by mentor

Please direct all questions and inquiries to info@kd-foundation.org.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE August 4, 2025

Position Summary

Kaleidoscope Dreams Foundation is seeking a Community Engagement Fellow for the Hells Kitchen National Tour a paid opportunity for an early-career artist or organizer to meaningfully coordinate community programming through a major touring production. The Fellow will support community engagement and audience development efforts while helping to foster an inclusive, responsive, and values-driven public presence for the show.

Were looking for a people-centered collaborator with strong communication and organizational skills, who brings creativity, curiosity, and a passion for building authentic relationships with local communities.

Eligibility

This fellowship is intended for individuals from historically underrepresented communities who are interested in building a career in theater or the performing arts.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing community engagement events and activities related to the Hells Kitchen tour
• Support outreach to local organizations, schools, and community partners
• Participate in meetings with engagement and marketing teams
• Help develop written and visual materials for public-facing communications
• Support the documentation, archiving, and evaluation of engagement efforts
• Develop a metrics-based system to capture the impact of community engagement
• Attend rehearsals, performances, and public events as required
• Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive working environment

Qualifications & Desired Experience

• Prior experience with community engagement, arts administration, public programming, or organizing is a plus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfortable interacting with a wide range of people and communities
• Organized, reliable, and able to work independently and collaboratively
• Familiarity with Google Suite, social media platforms, and basic design tools is helpful
• A flexible, proactive mindset and a commitment to equity and inclusion

Compensation

The Community Engagement Fellow will be paid $1237.50 per week for a total of nine weeks.

About Hells Kitchen

Created by Alicia Keys (music and lyrics) and Kristoffer Diaz (book), Hells Kitchen is an exhilarating coming-of-age musical inspired by Alicias own life. Directed by Michael Greif with choreography by Camille A. Brown, the show follows 17-year-old Ali as she navigates family, dreams, and love in New York City. Featuring both new music and Alicia Keys iconic songs, this touring production builds on its Broadway success to tell a powerful, personal story about defiance, belonging, and transformation.

HK Theatrical LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.