Children's Theatre Company
Musicals Program Director
Children's Theatre Company, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Project Success is looking for a director for our musical production of
Moana Jr.
at Anwatin Middle School. This is an independent contractor position.Project Success is a nonprofit youth development organization that helps students connect to their purpose. We work with more than 16,000 6th-12th grade students and their families annually and have more than 225,000 alumni around the world. Learn more at projectsuccess.org.Project Success produces musicals at four Minneapolis Public middle schools: Sanford, Northeast, Andersen United, and Anwatin. We cast 6th, 7th, and 8th graders in each show. Our students come from diverse backgrounds and have a variety of theatrical experience. For many, the Project Success musical at their school is their first opportunity to be in a show! We utilize the power of theater to inspire, build community, act as a springboard for discussion, and encourage students to tell their own stories.Core ResponsibilitiesTheatrical Direction:Overseeing the artistic vision and direction of the productionAssist with running auditions and casting the show alongside the Senior Program Manager - MusicalsCreate effective and efficient rehearsal schedules weeklyDevelop and teach blocking for all scenes and select musical numbersFoster and empower students’ talents and confidenceCreate an inclusive and accessible environment at rehearsalCommunication:Work in close collaboration with the Music Director, Assistant Director, Choreographer, Technical Director, and Senior Program Manager – MusicalsBuild and nurture trusting relationships with studentsThis contract position reports to the Senior Program Manager – MusicalsScheduleRehearsals after school, Monday through Friday, from 3:20 pm - 5:40 pm (5 days a week)Four tech rehearsals from 3:20 pm - 6:40 pmTwo performance dates including two school matinees and two evening performancesAdditional time commitment of 1-3 hours per week to plan actor blocking, create weekly rehearsal schedules, make production documents (e.g., mic lists, prop needs), and attend a production meeting the week before auditions. More details regarding scheduling are to be discussed during the interview process.Anwatin DatesAuditions: March 25thRehearsals: Monday, April 7th – Thursday, May 29thTech rehearsals: Friday, May 23rd & Tuesday, May 27th – Thursday, May 29thPerformances: Friday, May 30th and Saturday, May 31stPosition DetailsIndependent contractor position$3,250 - $3,800 Stipend, commensurate with experienceMust be able to pass a background checkTo ApplyPlease email the following to apply@projectsuccess.org, addressed to Katie Langemo, Senior Program Manager – Musicals:ResumeA few sentences stating why you are interested in the positionWhere you heard about us and/or found the job postingProject Success is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team. We strongly encourage candidates from a wide variety of backgrounds and experience levels to apply!
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Moana Jr.
at Anwatin Middle School. This is an independent contractor position.Project Success is a nonprofit youth development organization that helps students connect to their purpose. We work with more than 16,000 6th-12th grade students and their families annually and have more than 225,000 alumni around the world. Learn more at projectsuccess.org.Project Success produces musicals at four Minneapolis Public middle schools: Sanford, Northeast, Andersen United, and Anwatin. We cast 6th, 7th, and 8th graders in each show. Our students come from diverse backgrounds and have a variety of theatrical experience. For many, the Project Success musical at their school is their first opportunity to be in a show! We utilize the power of theater to inspire, build community, act as a springboard for discussion, and encourage students to tell their own stories.Core ResponsibilitiesTheatrical Direction:Overseeing the artistic vision and direction of the productionAssist with running auditions and casting the show alongside the Senior Program Manager - MusicalsCreate effective and efficient rehearsal schedules weeklyDevelop and teach blocking for all scenes and select musical numbersFoster and empower students’ talents and confidenceCreate an inclusive and accessible environment at rehearsalCommunication:Work in close collaboration with the Music Director, Assistant Director, Choreographer, Technical Director, and Senior Program Manager – MusicalsBuild and nurture trusting relationships with studentsThis contract position reports to the Senior Program Manager – MusicalsScheduleRehearsals after school, Monday through Friday, from 3:20 pm - 5:40 pm (5 days a week)Four tech rehearsals from 3:20 pm - 6:40 pmTwo performance dates including two school matinees and two evening performancesAdditional time commitment of 1-3 hours per week to plan actor blocking, create weekly rehearsal schedules, make production documents (e.g., mic lists, prop needs), and attend a production meeting the week before auditions. More details regarding scheduling are to be discussed during the interview process.Anwatin DatesAuditions: March 25thRehearsals: Monday, April 7th – Thursday, May 29thTech rehearsals: Friday, May 23rd & Tuesday, May 27th – Thursday, May 29thPerformances: Friday, May 30th and Saturday, May 31stPosition DetailsIndependent contractor position$3,250 - $3,800 Stipend, commensurate with experienceMust be able to pass a background checkTo ApplyPlease email the following to apply@projectsuccess.org, addressed to Katie Langemo, Senior Program Manager – Musicals:ResumeA few sentences stating why you are interested in the positionWhere you heard about us and/or found the job postingProject Success is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team. We strongly encourage candidates from a wide variety of backgrounds and experience levels to apply!
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