Music Director - Grease

The Media Theatre, a non-profit 501c3, is seeking candidates for the position of MUSIC DIRECTOR for its Broadway Series production of GREASE in April/May 2025.

GREASE

FIRST REHEARSAL - April 14, 2025
PREVIEWS - April 30 & May 1, 2025

OPENING- May 2, 2025
CLOSING - May 25, 2025

DESCRIPTION

The Music Director is responsible for all the musical elements of a production, leading the actors through rehearsals and in performance. Works closely with the director and Sound Designer to fully-realize the work and remain faithful to the vision of the author and director. The Music Director acts as a liaison between seasonal and full time staff in regards to artistic programming. 

DUTIES

• Teach the music in the shows to the actors 
• Ensure that a professional musical quality is maintained and that there is consistency during performances.
• Participate in Production Meetings before and during the rehearsal process
• Orchestrate and prepare the music to the specifications provided

QUALIFICATIONS

• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience leading and managing groups of artistic and production collaborators.
• Knowledge of office software, especially Google Docs, Google Drive, Google Sheets, Google Calendar, and Zoom.
• Ability to interpret technological versions of music provided
• Excellent musicianship
• Leading, encouraging and enthusing the actors on stage
• Diplomacy and tact when working with a range of people and personalities
• Committed to upholding the artistic vision provided
• Self-motivated, honest, thoughtful, and composed.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize

TIMELINE & COMPENSATION

The deadline for submissions is Monday, January 13, 2025. Ideal candidates are available to begin the pre-production process in March, with an official start of rehearsals of April 14, 2025. The anticipated compensation is $700-$800/week, commensurate with experience. 

The Media Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, or marital status. The Media Theatre encourages candidates of all backgrounds to submit. 

TO SUBMIT: Please send resume and applicable work to Artistic Director, Christian Ryan at [email protected]. Please include the job title in the subject line.

TO SUBMIT: Please send resume and applicable work to Artistic Director, Christian Ryan at [email protected]. Please include the job title in the subject line.