Job Description

As a member of the team, you will be part of a group that constantly strives to meet the vision of an authentic, unique, world-class experience for everyone to enjoy. You will be required to perform a variety of skills that will aid in the presentation and interpretation of Barkerville’s history focusing on performances in the Theatre Royal and out on the streets of Barkerville.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality performances in designated comedic, music, instrumental, vocal, ensemble, and other rehearsed theatrical acts in the Theatre Royal Variety Show during each working day according to the performance schedule provided by the Department Manager, and ensure that these performances meet a high standard of quality and entertainment, requiring rehearsal, memorizing lines, collaborating with other performers as part of an ensemble, and taking direction from the Department Manager and their approved representatives.
• Research the life and occupation and convincingly portray and maintain the authenticity of an historic character assigned by the Department Manager during the interpretive history of 1865 – 1900 through the working day’s theatrical, performing, and hosting activities, and maintain an energetic, positive personae with visitors providing high quality and consistent demonstrations of late-19th to early-20th century, etiquette, speech, mannerisms, occupations, and general behaviour.
• Perform memorized entry-level presentations according to the performance schedule provided by the Department Manager and ensure that these performances meet a high standard of quality and entertainment, while considering and addressing the perspectives of multiculturalism, including but not limited to Indigenous, Chinese and Black heritage in line with the BC and Canadian Multiculturalism Acts.
• Perform demonstrations, historically themed vignettes and/or discussions, one-on-one or public hosting, informal happenings, and special event programming throughout the heritage zone of Barkerville according to the standards and daily performance schedule provided by the Department Manager and ensure that these performances meet a high standard of quality and entertainment.
• Undergo archival research focussing on the general history of Barkerville, the Cariboo region, and British Columbia. Solicit feedback from the Curator to ensure that heritage values and historical authenticity are upheld in the Presentation Department’s performances and programming and seek out advice on the proper treatment of artefacts, historic buildings, and heritage landscapes from the Curator prior to proceeding with any work that may affect these assets.
• Support the objectives, decisions, and plans of the Department Manager and Artistic Producer by assisting with Barkerville’s unique museum-based performance structure; and by following their direction when traditional theatre procedures may not be the optimal approach and adapt to the specific circumstances and requirements of this distinctive operational environment.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary training in performance. University degree is an asset.
• Energetic and engaging stage presence.
• Excellent musical performance ability with musical instruments is an asset.
• Excellent vocal projection and trained singing voice.
• Experience with stage craft is an asset.
• Prior experience performing programs related to the job description is an asset.
• Ability to take direction during the rehearsal process.
• Extensive understanding of the history of Barkerville and the Cariboo Gold Rush is an asset.
• Passionate and proactive approach to historical interpretation and historical research.
• One or more years of experience in the tourism industry is an asset.
• One or more years of experience in historical interpretation is an asset.
• Demonstrated development of cultural awareness, diversity, and inclusion skills.
• High level communication skills and a proven commitment to customer service.
• Ability to work under own initiative with minimal supervision, as well as a member of a team.
• Basic computer skills, including website sign in procedures, email operation, and use of Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift 25-50 pounds.
• Ability to walk at least 5 kilometres in a day on uneven surfaces and climb stairs and ladders.

Visit https://barkerville.ca/careers for more information!

Salary/Wage

27.78

Job Application Process

Email resume and acting photography to stewart.cawood@barkerville.ca. Posting open until Feb. 26, 2026, and then audition material will be emailed out.

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