Music Directors for the 25/26 Season

The Media Theatre is searching for Music Director candidates for their upcoming 2025/2026 season. Please see attached breakdown of each production and associated timelines. 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. 

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

• YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
  • First rehearsal Sept 15, 2025
  • Previews: Oct 1 - 3, 2025
  • Opening: Oct 4, 2025
  • Closing: Oct 26, 2025
• ANNIE
  • First rehearsal: Nov 10, 2025
  • Previews: Nov 26 & 28, 2025
  • Opening: Nov 29, 2025
  • Closing: Dec 28, 2025
• FUN HOME
  • First rehearsal: March 9, 2026
  • Previews: March 26 - 27, 2026
  • Opening: March 28, 2026
  • Closing: April 5, 2026 (possible extension thru April 12)
• 9 TO 5
  • First rehearsal: April 20, 2026
  • Previews: May 7 - 8, 2026
  • Opening: May 9, 2026
  • Closing: May 31, 2026

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
• Serve as Piano/Conductor for each production 

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.
• Knowledge of Mainstage, Sibelius, Finale, Keyboardtek and/or relevant software
• Ability to interpret technological versions of music provided
• Excellent musicianship and piano playing ability
• 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 Thursday, May 22. Ideal candidates are available to begin the pre-production process at least 45 days prior to the first rehearsal.

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 use the subject line: MD SUBMISSION - {Last Name}, and within the body of your email please indicate which production(s) you are submitting for.