The 3 Best Performing Arts Companies to Work For As Rated by the Women Who Work There (July 2020)
Looking for a new job in performing arts? Check our list of the most female-friendly employers in the industry, as rated by the women who work there.
InHerSight's list of the best performing arts companies for women is based on millions of anonymous employer ratings and reviews from working women. Performing Arts companies on this list have been rated by 10 or more participants as of July 1, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 3 best performing arts companies to work for
1. ZACH Theatre
2.9 stars
ZACH Theatre is a performing arts company headquartered in the Austin, TX area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (3.9 stars) and wellness initiatives (3.8 stars).
2. Oregon Shakespeare Festival
2.7 stars
Oregon Shakespeare Festival is a performing arts company headquartered in the Ashland, OR area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.1 stars) and management opportunities (3.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Oregon Shakespeare Festival:
"Loved working for this company. Could have built real learning and exchange with fellow employees if the pandemic hadn't happened at this time"
3. Chicago Shakespeare Theater
2.2 stars
Chicago Shakespeare Theater is a performing arts company headquartered in the Chicago, IL area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (3.8 stars) and female representation in leadership (3.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Chicago Shakespeare Theater:
"Support for those with families is minimal, so I wouldn't recommend this business if you are looking to or have just started a family. "
Companies with ratings and reviews from at least 10 current or former US-based employees are eligible for this list. Company ratings accurate as of July 1, 2020.